In 2002 Clueso moves back to Erfurt and records the Rowdy-Club-Tape 2002. Another year later he starts producing his second album "Gute Musik" (featuring Blumentopf, Steer M, Tilmann Jarmer, Delhia, Tim Neuhaus and Jürgen Kerth), which was be finished by 2004. It does not contain any English tracks and concentrates on singing rather than rapping. In 2005 Clueso represented Thuringia with the song "Kein Bock zu geh'n" at the Bundesvision Song Contest. The same year he was partner of Start Ab, the 'biggest non-commercial remix contest in Europe'.
Source: Wikipedia
In 2006 Clueso released his third album called "Weit Weg" which means "far away". Again the album was relased by Four Music. The album is changing mood and style contiuously. It varies between influences of chilled pop, soul, funk and reggae.
Over the last two years Clueso toured with his band. They played over 120 club and festival gigs with a total crowd of 300,000.
On the album Clueso joined forces with the likes of Max Herre (former lead singer of Freundeskreis), Flowin'Immo, New Telephatics and Razkajam.
Ralf C. Mayer who also had produced "Gute Musik", the forerunner of the current album, and artists like Xavier Naidoo and Die Fantastischen Vier helped Clueso to find his sound, from sounds of whisper to grolling bitter thunder.
Clueso is truly one of the future stars in Germany as he is focused, talented and lucky enough to find a channel for his passion.
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Intro
Clueso Lyrics
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"Jetzt kann's losgehen"
"Ich halt's kaum aus"
"Auf der Jagd nach props und fame"
"Lass mich aus meinem Traum raus"
"Jetzt kann's losgehen"
...
Käm' ich nicht aus nem beschissenen Business,
Aber wissen wir nicht alle, was man wissen muss?
In gewisser Hinsicht dachte ich jeder checkt es,
Dass Hip-Hop nicht nur weite Hosen und Poserrap ist,
Wert ohne Bluff is'
Ich versteck mich wo noch Liebe zur Musik is,
Sich viele Stile vermischen, weil der Moment nicht flüchtig ist,
Es ist richtig (?)
Man langsam müde wird, umgeben von Schaumstoffpyramiden,
Elektrosmog und schlechtem Sauerstoff
Auf der Suche nach dem nächsten Knacks im Dauerloop
Bleib ich daheim für MCs mit Battlerhymes wie für B-Boys mit Powermoves
Auf jeder Jam ob das auf Dauer groovt?
Ich glaub nicht
Ich will wissen, wer diese rissige Mauer schuf?
- Es ist Entwicklung
Ja, und Jam heißt Pflaumenmus...
Das ist mir zu bequem
(… souverän)
(Es kommt, wie's kommen muss)
Kein dämliches Gesetz, ich seh das ähnlich
So kommt es, dass ich entschieden dagegen setzte und dass nicht wenig
"Jetz kanns losgehen"
Sag mal, sing ich?
Oder siehst du Dinge nicht?
Ich fühl mich unverstanden wie Schlingensief
Wieso denn? Was?
Zweite Strophe gibt es nicht vor so 'nem harten Tag
(Hör zu)
(Wenn wir endlich mit dem Album kommen, auf das ihr lang gewartet habt)
The Clueso song "Intro" opens with various samples that add to the song's overall feeling of anticipation and excitement. The samples include phrases such as "Now it can start," "I can hardly stand it," and "On the hunt for props and fame." These samples set the stage for the song's themes of artistic ambition and the struggles that come with trying to make it in the music industry.
The lyrics of the song explore Clueso's own experience with the music industry and his desire to create meaningful, authentic music. He acknowledges the negative elements of the "business" side of music, but emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and creating music that comes from a place of love and creativity. He also questions the conventions of the hip-hop genre and emphasizes the need for experimentation and diversity in music.
Overall, the song serves as a powerful opening statement for the album and introduces listeners to Clueso's unique perspective on the world of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Jetzt kann's losgehen
Ready to start whatever comes next
Ich halt's kaum aus
Feeling restless, eager to get going
Auf der Jagd nach props und fame
Desiring recognition and fame, seeking validation
Lass mich aus meinem Traum raus
Feeling trapped in a dream or ideal, wanting to step outside of it
Käm' ich nicht aus nem beschissenen Business,
Struggling with the difficulties of the music industry
Aber wissen wir nicht alle, was man wissen muss?
Recognizing that others likely face similar challenges
In gewisser Hinsicht dachte ich jeder checkt es,
Assuming that others understand the complexity of the industry
Dass Hip-Hop nicht nur weite Hosen und Poserrap ist,
Rejecting the notion that hip-hop is only about flashy clothing and false bravado
Wert ohne Bluff is'
Valuing authenticity and honesty in music
Ich versteck mich wo noch Liebe zur Musik is,
Seeking out places where people are passionate about music rather than just fame and money
Sich viele Stile vermischen, weil der Moment nicht flüchtig ist,
Experimenting with a mix of music styles to create something unique and memorable
Man langsam mude wird, umgeben von Schaumstoffpyramiden,
Feeling exhausted and uninspired by the same environment and surroundings
Elektrosmog und schlechtem Sauerstoff
Referring to the negative effects of modern urban living
Auf der Suche nach dem nächsten Knacks im Dauerloop
Searching relentlessly for the next big break or opportunity
Bleib ich daheim fur MCs mit Battlerhymes wie fur B-Boys mit Powermoves
Creating music for both rappers and breakdancers, staying true to the roots of hip-hop culture
Auf jeder Jam ob das auf Dauer groovt?
Questioning the sustainability and longevity of certain music styles and trends
Ich glaub nicht
Not believing that something will last or endure
Ich will wissen, wer diese rissige Mauer schuf?
Seeking to understand the root causes of societal issues or inequalities
- Es ist Entwicklung
Recognizing that growth and change are necessary for progress
Ja, und Jam heißt Pflaumenmus...
Making light of the simplicity of some aspects of hip-hop culture while also acknowledging its importance
Das ist mir zu bequem
Rejecting the notion of taking the easy route in music or in life
(… souverän)
Added emphasis on wanting to approach music and life with confidence and independence
(Es kommt, wie's kommen muss)
Acknowledging that sometimes things will work out the way they are supposed to, despite uncertainty
Kein damliches Gesetz, ich seh das ahnlich
Rejecting oppressive or harmful legislation, and holding similar views to others
So kommt es, dass ich entschieden dagegen setzte und dass nicht wenig
Taking a stand against something and not backing down, despite the difficulty
Sag mal, sing ich?
Expressing doubt or confusion about one's own music or abilities
Oder siehst du Dinge nicht?
Asking for input or feedback from others on one's music or artistic style
Ich fuhl mich unverstanden wie Schlingensief
Feeling misunderstood or unappreciated, referencing a famous German artist who was often controversial and misunderstood
Wieso denn? Was?
Asking for clarification or explanation as to why others may not understand or appreciate one's music
Zweite Strophe gibt es nicht vor so 'nem harten Tag
Explaining that there is no second verse due to the difficulty or stress of the day
(Hor zu)
Further emphasis on wanting others to listen or pay attention to one's music
(Wenn wir endlich mit dem Album kommen, auf das ihr lang gewartet habt)
Promising fans that an album they have been anticipating is almost ready for release
Contributed by Adam Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@subSonic23zone56
Bis heute für mich mit Abstand das Beste Clueso Album!
@denissalamon
Stimme ich absolut zu