Captain Jack was a German Eurohouse/pop production team formed in Germany in 1996, fronted by core member, songwriter and vocalist Francisco Alejandro Gutierrez (born February 19, 1962 in Havana, Cuba – died October 22, 2005 in Palma de Mallorca, Spain) who adopted the stage name Franky Gee. The original female vocalist on the group's first two albums was Liza Da Costa, who attempted a solo career after leaving the Captain Jack team. She was replaced in 1999 by Maria Lucia 'Maloy' Lozanes, who in turn was replaced by Ilka-Anna-Antonia Traue (stage name: Illi Love) in 2001. Singer Sunny was the final female singer with Captain Jack.
The gimmick to Captain Jack's music (and Franky Gee's persona) was that of military training. Franky's costume consisted of a stylized military general's uniform, with a red hat based on that of the US Marines. Gutierrez chose this gimmick because of his service in the United States Army, a career he despised but was forced to follow when he was strapped for cash. After ending his time in the US Army, Gutierrez remained in Germany, where he was last stationed, and began a recording career under the name Westside.
While recording music under that name, he proposed the idea of a dance track based on a drill routine. That idea became his style: songs about peace and love in the style of a military regime, in protest against his years in the US Army. The hat—a US Marines "barracks cover" hat, in the color scheme evoking the Soviet Red Army—further protests the idea of the military, while symbolizing the idea of national unity. The first two albums, thematically, leaned heavily on sexual innuendo in its lyrics, its artwork, the stage performance and in its music videos. This changed with the later incarnation of Captain Jack, after Da Costa's departure.
The group has earned 19 gold and platinum records throughout Europe. Fans of the Konami arcade game Dance Dance Revolution know them from the numerous songs that, through the Dancemania series of albums, have been used in the game series. The group's music was also featured in other Konami music games such as beatmania and Dance Maniax.
The future of Captain Jack suddenly came into doubt when Gutierrez suffered a cerebral hemorrhage while walking with his son in Spain on October 17, 2005. Doctors predicted that the damage was fatal, and Gutierrez died on Saturday October 22, 2005 after spending five days in a coma. Consequently, the group disbanded in 2005. The band's future without frontman Gutierrez (also referred to by many fans as "Captain Jack") was uncertain for a few years. The group reformed in 2008 with a new frontman, Bruce Lacy.
As stated by an e-mail from Beatdisaster, December 7, 2005: Proceeds of sales (from the "Greatest Hits" album) to the (22.10.05) deceased artist "Franky Gee" (Francisco Gutierrez) go in favor of his son & Rapper of the same name, Francisco (Franky). In 2006, his career as Captain Jack Junior starts and the musical inheritance begins.
Captain jack is also Indonesian Rock Band formed in Yogyakarta, Indonesia in 1999. The original lineup consisted of Momo as (vocal, guitar), Zuhdil (guitar), Novan (bass), Surya Ismeth (keyboard), and Andi Babon (drum).
"Captain Jack, just a bad name, tacky, and a little weird, but we chose this name as a place we go home and dump all the emotions and thoughts from the concept through a slob too. Somehow we did not feel that we are a band, probably because some of the bands contest that was on TV that we think no more than a monkey show and it became the benchmark for the young kids now that that's what a band, collected without any fit, without a strong bond of friendship, without any sense of togetherness while struggling from point zero. We thanks God that we have a sense of togetherness. We are not children with multicolored hair style is filled with gel, we were not dressed funky and we do not care any funky sense, we are also not pretentious naughty kids who get drunk every day just to feel himself rockstar, we're just kids ordinary lives in ordinary life with the problems faced by ordinary people and we are angry with all the existing habits. "UNMINDLESS" (E.P.) An early, the first drop of sweat, mingled with the first pile of ideas emotion.An incomplete results but quite encouraging because Unmindless is the result of our own hard work. Do not ever look for this word in any dictionary because it's just a word that we are the reefs themselves and have little sense trying to think what other people are rarely think. Contains six tracks, six of thought, and one hope for change. "SOME THINK ABOUT" Some think about something, Some think about nothing, sandwiches one are you? This album contains not a slump like that seen a lot of people we just want to project our anger on many things, after all, a bit odd in our opinion if we do not feel angry at living conditions in the trash named our beloved Earth today. A full version dariUnmindless, 11 tracks, more ideas, and more hope for change. "FALL OF CONCEPT" Vacuum for 3 years now Captain Jack re-emerged with new EP titled "The Fall of Concept". In the latest EP Captain Jack explore more in their music, beat variation, sound and sampling on the songs on the EP (mini album) This latest feels assert their maturity in music. Shades of fresh songs, with beats that cacthy but still wrapped in a thick of rock nuances create Captain Jack's latest EP is more colorful and worth listening to. Contains six tracks with singles such as Hati Hitam, "Pengkhianat" and "Postcard Untuk Tuhan". Regarding the themes raised, certainly not in doubt. In this latest EP Captain Jack stay on track "RESISTANCE" that has become characteristic of Captain Jack. With scathing lyrics about the inner turmoil of angry at the situation."
Free tracks can be downloaded at their offical website www.captainjackband.blogspot.com and www.myspace.com/captainjackband.
My Generation
Captain Jack Lyrics
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CJ, 'cross the nation
Solid is my foundation
I'll get you information
help you fix the situation
Play me
Radio station
I am an inspiration
To the whole generation
Party, throw your hands up
Party, throw your hands up
Party, throw your hands up
Get 'em up high
Party, throw your hands up
Party, throw your hands up
Party, throw your hands up
Get 'em up high
(My generation)
It's my generation
Feel the rhythm of the nation
Take my hand
To understand
It's my generation
Feel the rhythm of the nation
Take my hand
To understand
It's my, it's my generation
It's my sweet temptation
Let me free your soul
It's my, it's my generation
It's my sweet temptation
Let me free your soul
(My generation - it's my generation)
(My generation - it's my generation)
(My generation)
The lyrics to Captain Jack's song My Generation speak to the power and energy of youth, and their ability to create change in the world. The chorus of the song urges listeners to throw their hands up and party, while also acknowledging the challenges faced by this generation. The lines "I'll get you information, help you fix the situation" suggest a desire to use knowledge and action to create positive change, while "Solid is my foundation" points to the strength and resilience of this generation.
The song is a celebration of youthful energy and the power of music to unite people. The line "play me radio station, with no complications" suggests a desire for music that is easy to access and enjoy, and the chorus encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and enjoy the moment. The repetition of the phrase "My generation" reinforces the central theme of the song, and the call and response structure of the chorus creates a sense of unity and community.
Overall, My Generation is a high-energy anthem that celebrates the power of young people to create change in the world. It speaks to the desire for knowledge, action, and unity, and encourages listeners to embrace their generation and all that it represents.
Line by Line Meaning
(My generation)
Captain Jack is introducing the theme of his song, which is about his generation.
CJ, 'cross the nation
Captain Jack is introducing himself and that he represents his generation across the nation.
Solid is my foundation
Captain Jack has strong values and principles that form the foundation of his identity.
I'll get you information
Captain Jack is a reliable source of information about his generation and is willing to share it with others.
help you fix the situation
Captain Jack is willing to offer solutions and help to improve problems faced by his generation.
Play me
Captain Jack is confident and asks radio stations to play his music.
Radio station
Captain Jack means that he wants his music to be played on the radio station.
With no complications
Captain Jack wants his music to be simple and easy to understand without any complexity.
I am an inspiration
Captain Jack wants to inspire his generation through his music and actions.
To the whole generation
Captain Jack's music is for the whole generation to enjoy and be inspired by.
Party, throw your hands up
Captain Jack is asking people to party and raise their hands for his generation.
Get 'em up high
Captain Jack emphasizes that people should raise their hands high and enjoy themselves.
It's my generation
Captain Jack affirms that he is proud of his generation and wants others to feel the same way.
Feel the rhythm of the nation
Captain Jack wants his generation to embrace the culture and lifestyle of their country.
Take my hand
Captain Jack wants to guide his generation and help them move forward through their journey in life.
To understand
Captain Jack wants his generation to have a better understanding of their lives and how to make the most of it.
It's my sweet temptation
Captain Jack's music and lifestyle is tempting and attractive to his generation.
Let me free your soul
Captain Jack believes that his music can liberate the soul of his generation and make them feel free and alive.
(My generation - it's my generation)
Captain Jack repeats the chorus to remind his audience that they are part of his generation.
(My generation)
Captain Jack reaffirms his pride and love for his generation through the repetition of the chorus.
Contributed by Amelia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.