Clikatat Ikatowi was one of San Diego's most celebrated band… Read Full Bio ↴1994 - 1997
Clikatat Ikatowi was one of San Diego's most celebrated bands. They helped maintain the city as the art punk capital of world. They created twisted yet naturally flowing works in a broad range of styles. Ranging from lightning fast and huge, to stripped down, spacey, and lethargic, Clikatat's songs were always engaging and mesmerizing. It wasn't just their excellent compositions which made them everyone's favorite band but also their superior musicianship. Mario Rubalcaba, who has gone on to play with Rocket from the Crypt, Hot Snakes, Black Heart Procession, Thingy and Earthless, is simply one of the best drummers around. He plays unbelievably fast and complex parts with taste and style. Guitarist Scott, who previously played for another Gravity band, Heroin, often conducted meandering, noise-filled experiments without compromising structure. He also always knew when to keep it simple, and to compliment the other members. Cutting-edge yet organic, they were one of the best.
Too Simple
Clikatat Ikatowi Lyrics
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Cluttered thoughts
I won't see
Your disastrous empire
I shall not
Hear your dinner bell
I choose to
Receive the mission
In this situation presently
And water
The roots
That are dehydrated
In need of youth
To renew a new view
Of hope restored
Ill bring you so close to death
And remind all occupents
Of the disrespect
That has been shown
HO HETCH ETU ALOH!
The lyrics to Clikatat Ikatowi's song "Too Simple" are both abstract and powerful. The lines "I can't breathe, cluttered thoughts, I won't see, your disastrous empire" signify a suffocating feeling of being trapped in a situation that is overwhelming and out of control. The next line, "I shall not hear your dinner bell," speaks to a desire to break free from expectations and the status quo. The singer chooses to receive a mission to wipe away apathy and water the roots that are dehydrated, a metaphor for revitalizing and renewing something that has been neglected.
The repetition of the phrase "Too simple" throughout the song expresses frustration with oversimplified solutions to complex problems. The final line, "HO HETCH ETU ALOH!" can be interpreted as a Native American phrase which means "Let us go forth with strength and power." The use of this phrase at the end of the song could signify a call to action or a rallying cry for change.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't breathe
I am suffocating under the weight of my problems and stress.
Cluttered thoughts
My mind is filled with chaotic and disorganized ideas.
I won't see
I refuse to turn a blind eye to the corruption and destruction caused by those in power.
Your disastrous empire
The system of power and authority you have created is unstable and causing harm to others.
I shall not
I will not conform to your expectations or demands.
Hear your dinner bell
I will not be swayed by the false promises or rewards you offer.
I choose to
I have made a decision to take action and make a difference.
Receive the mission
I am accepting the challenge to create positive change.
Wiping away apathy
I am actively working to eliminate indifference and promote empathy towards others.
In this situation presently
In this current moment of turmoil and uncertainty.
And water
I will provide nourishment and support to those who are struggling.
The roots
The foundation of society and individuals that need to be strengthened.
That are dehydrated
That have been neglected and are in need of attention and care.
In need of youth
In need of a new generation of leaders to bring fresh ideas and perspectives.
To renew a new view
To create a new perspective and outlook on life and society.
Of hope restored
To bring back faith and optimism in the face of adversity and despair.
Ill bring you so close to death
I will challenge and push you to the brink of failure and collapse.
And remind all occupants
To make everyone aware and conscious of the issues and challenges we face.
Of the disrespect
Of the disregard and lack of consideration shown towards others and the world.
That has been shown
That has caused harm and damage to individuals and society as a whole.
HO HETCH ETU ALOH!
A phrase of encouragement and support for the mission and cause at hand.
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