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1. Client are a futurist British musical group from London, England. They combine Scandinavian airline hostess uniforms with glamour-girl aesthetics and harsh electronics to create a sound reminiscent of early forays into electronic sound manipulation and New Wave. Their uniforms have become their trademark.

The original band members were formerly known only anonymously as Client A and Client B, to the extent that their faces were not shown on any publicity photos; it has since been revealed that they are Kate Holmes, formerly of Frazier Chorus and Technique, and Sarah Blackwood, lead singer of Dubstar. Kate Holmes is married to Alan McGee (founder of Creation Records discoverer of Oasis). In late 2005 new member, Client E, joined the group. This is Emily Mann who was a contestant on the Five TV reality show Make Me A Supermodel, an artist, and an active DJ, usually performing as Emily Strange. Client E left the band in June 2007. In November 2007 Charlotte Hatherley joined the Band as Client C, to fill the vacant role of bassist on their European and Scandinavian tours.

Client was the first act signed to Depeche Mode keyboardist Andy Fletcher's record label, Toast Hawaii/(Mute). They have toured with the likes of Depeche Mode and Erasure and have been described as a combination of "The Pet Shop Boys at their most commercial and The Human League at their most obscure".

Client have collaborated with several high profile musicians and directors. Their video for "Pornography" was directed by French director Jamie Deliessche from video production company Schmooze. It features Carl Barât (formerly of The Libertines and Dirty Pretty Things' on vocals. The song "Down to the Underground" features Pete Doherty, also formerly of The Libertines, now frontman of Babyshambles. The song "Overdrive" features Martin L. Gore of Depeche Mode. The song "Where's the Rock and Roll Gone" features Tim Burgess of The Charlatans. Client has collaborated with Moonbootica and Replica on selected tracks and have done a special duet, "Suicide Sister" with Douglas McCarthy of Nitzer Ebb.

It was announced in October 2006 that Client left the Toast Hawaii label. In November 2006, Client signed with Metropolis Records for North America, Noiselab Records for South America, Out of Line for Europe, Subspace Communications in Scandinavia and their own label Loser Friendly in the UK.

They also host the Being Boiled club night in London.

Their third album, Heartland, produced by Youth and Stephen Hague, was released in July 2007 and saw the band licenced through different labels globally. Their final single from Heartland "It's Not Over" was released in October 2007.

On 19 December 2010 it was made official that Sarah Blackwood has left the band to focus on other projects and that Katie will continue the band in a new line-up.

2. Client is an oldschool 1980s hardcore punk/thrash band from Japan.

Soldier
Client Lyrics

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Get drunk, I get high
Get home, I wonder why
Get lost, get high
Coming down, I get why
Going fast, going small
I just don't know where to go
Going down, gonna be the best
Bad dreams in my head

I'm a soldier

Can't find, confused
Get a grip on what to choose
Can't strain, restrained
I'm aware of this problem now
True nature, feeling pain
Bad (fighting), ...
Brainwashed and brain-dead
Lot of words in my head

I'm a soldier

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Client's song Soldier explore the inner turmoil and confusion of a person who is struggling with addiction and a sense of purposelessness. The opening lines "Get drunk, I get high // Get home, I wonder why" suggest a cycle of self-destructive behavior that leads to regret and questioning. The lines "Can't find, confused // Get a grip on what to choose" highlight the confusion and indecision that often accompany addiction as one struggles to find a way out.

The chorus, which simply states "I'm a soldier," can be interpreted in a number of ways. On one level, it may refer to the idea that the person is fighting a battle with their addiction and other demons, and that they are determined to soldier on no matter what. On a deeper level, it may allude to the idea that addiction and self-destructive behavior can be seen as a kind of war, one that is waged within oneself.

The final lines "Brainwashed and brain-dead // Lot of words in my head" point to the profound psychological impact of addiction, which can cause a person to feel trapped, unable to think clearly or make sound decisions.

Overall, this song is a powerful exploration of addiction and its effects on the human psyche. By delving into the thoughts and emotions of a struggling individual, Client sheds light on the complex nature of addiction and the challenges that those who suffer from it must face.

Line by Line Meaning

Get drunk, I get high
I consume substances to escape reality

Get home, I wonder why
I question my actions and decisions when I return to a sober state

Get lost, get high
I continue to engage in self-destructive behavior

Coming down, I get why
I gain clarity and understanding when the effects of the substances wear off

Going fast, going small
I feel lost and directionless

I just don't know where to go
I lack a sense of purpose or direction in life

Going down, gonna be the best
I have accepted my impending downfall and believe it will be triumphant

Bad dreams in my head
I am haunted by negative thoughts and experiences that impact my mental health

I'm a soldier
Despite my struggles and challenges, I am determined to persevere

Can't find, confused
I struggle to make sense of my surroundings and emotions

Get a grip on what to choose
I am attempting to gain control and make positive choices in my life