lethargy and self-pity in the face of continuingly bad news. An entire nation? No. A
small punk rock band from Berlin don’t stop transforming kicks in the teeth into
musical creativity and spitting it back into the face of the numbed public.
On this mission, the 7 guys of the BRAINLESS WANKERS use a mercilessly direct
songwriting producing catchy and individual tunes without falling into the trap of
interchangeability. The traditional no-time-for-solo punk rock outfit (Olli - voc., Felix -
git., Flo - bass, Obi - drums) is supported by 2 trumpets (Calle - #1 & Tim - #2) adding
compact and fronting melodies while the lyrics deal with social and political
problems as well as personal emotions in a tongue-in-cheek way beyond the usual
stereotypes. In the BW repertoire you can find the high speed tune along with the
mid tempo song with pop-appeal immediately drilling its way into the brain cortex.
Instead of obeying the narrow rules of the scene police, the Berlin combo follows its
own definition of punk rock. The Wankers shout against the slowly economization of
every day life, mosh against the flood of shitty cover versions only seconds later and
wrap the whole thing in handy 2:30-min-energy bars shooting directly into the
listeners’ veins to make them realize: It’s better to rock than to whine.
Since their 2000 debut album “Endorphin”, that e.g. brought the Berliners
support-shows for bands like Bad Religion, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Donots
and Millencolin, they have attracted an ever-growing number of punk rock fans
across Germany and other parts of Europe by constant touring on the
continent and numerous festival gigs (like “With Full Force 2005”, headlined by
Iron Maiden and Motörhead and “Berlinova 3”, headlined by Mando Diao and
Turbonegro). In 2001, their song “holiday from happiness” was released as a
single through V2 Germany resulting in airplay, incl. heavy rotation, on several
major German radio stations. In addition to this, the seven contributed songs
to several national and international compilations.
The band also appeared in a news feature on MTV Germany and VIVA TV and
the video of “(it is gonna be) all riot” was shown on German music television.
Backed by the release of their second album “consider yourself rocked” in
2004, they teamed up with Germany’s scandal rapper SIDO to bring a
pioneering punkrockmeetshiphop cooperation to German Saturday-night
prime time TV, performing at the „Bundesvision Songconstest“ on Germany’s
biggest private TV channnel Pro7 in February 2005. As a result they were even
mentioned by one of the leading UK newspapers, “The Independent”, in an
aticle about the German music scene.
(Taken from http://www.brainlesswankers.de/neu/info/BW_Shortinfo_engl.pdf)
Here We Go
Brainless Wankers Lyrics
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born too late for sixty-eight
we work straight and we sleep late
we divide to unite
fat despite being on a diet
stopped the fight our future’s too bright
here we go
contradictions grow
yeah we love it so
here we go
we don’t care well aware
don’t compare us to your heir
hi warfare good-bye welfare
we get high as we buy
we see why all facts must lie
answers die but still we do try
here we go
contradictions grow
yeah we love it so
here we go
yeah we love it so
here we go
shredding all we know
kill the status quo
here we go
kill the status quo
The lyrics to Brainless Wankers' "Here We Go" are quite complex and layered, showcasing the conflicting emotions and attitudes of the younger generation. The opening line of "we create fun and hate" immediately sets the tone for the song, suggesting that the band and those they represent enjoy causing chaos and stirring up controversy. The reference to being "born too late for sixty-eight" represents a sense of disillusionment among the youth, feeling that they missed out on the groundbreaking changes that occurred during the anti-establishment movements of the 1960s. The line "we work straight and we sleep late" implies a lack of ambition or urgency to conform to traditional societal norms.
The next line of "we divide to unite" is a paradoxical statement that hints at the divisiveness and conflict that exists even within the band's own community. The lyric "fat despite being on a diet" is a humorous remark on the band's own imperfections and flawed attempts at self-improvement. The idea of "stopped the fight our future’s too bright" suggests a sense of optimism and hope for the future, perhaps fueled by the band's own accomplishments and opportunities. Overall, the chorus of "here we go" serves as an anthem for the band and their followers, encouraging them to embrace their contradictions and not care about what others think.
The second verse of the song continues the theme of defiance and non-conformity, with lines like "kill the status quo" and "don't compare us to your heir." The reference to "hi warfare good-bye welfare" implies a rejection of government support and a desire for self-sufficiency. The line "we get high as we buy" speaks to consumer culture and the idea that material possessions can bring temporary happiness. The song ends on a note of rebellion and disregard for authority, with the line "shredding all we know" representing a willingness to break free from societal norms and explore new possibilities.
Overall, "Here We Go" is a powerful statement on youth culture and the conflicting emotions and attitudes that it embodies. The song speaks to a generation that is determined to forge their own paths, even if it means going against traditional values and expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
we create fun and hate
We enjoy having fun but also hold hate towards something or someone.
born too late for sixty-eight
Our generation missed out on the cultural revolution of the 1960s, but we carry its spirit with us.
we work straight and we sleep late
We put in long hours at work and prefer to stay up late.
we divide to unite
We recognize that sometimes dividing into smaller groups can actually bring us closer together.
fat despite being on a diet
Despite attempting to be healthier, we have not seen the desired results.
stopped the fight our future’s too bright
We have ceased fighting and arguing because we believe that our future is full of potential and success.
here we go
We are ready and excited to move forward.
contradictions grow
As we explore and understand ourselves better, we recognize more contradictions within our beliefs and actions.
yeah we love it so
We truly enjoy and appreciate the experiences we have.
we don’t care well aware
We may appear indifferent, but we know what we value and prioritize.
don’t compare us to your heir
We don't want to be judged or compared to those who came before us or those who will come after us.
hi warfare good-bye welfare
We believe that we need to be more aggressive and assertive to succeed and take care of ourselves, rather than relying on social welfare programs.
we get high as we buy
We experience a rush of pleasure and excitement when we purchase new things.
we see why all facts must lie
We understand that information is often skewed or manipulated to fit certain narratives and agendas, and therefore we question everything.
answers die but still we do try
We may not always find definitive answers, but we still make an effort to seek them out and grow.
shredding all we know
We are willing to challenge and abandon our previous knowledge paradigms in order to advance and evolve.
kill the status quo
We want to eradicate the current way of doing things and forge a new path forward.
Contributed by James O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.