To date, they have released nine albums: "Disbelief" (1996), "Infected" (1998), "Worst Enemy" (2000), "Shine" (2002), "Spreading The Rage" (2003), "66sick" (2005), "Navigator" (2007), "Protected Hell" (2009), and "Heal" (2010). Additionally, they released "The Symbol of Death" in 2017 and "The Ground Collapses" in 2020.
The current lineup consists of Karsten Jäger on vocals, Witali Weber and Jonas Khalil on guitars, Jochen Trunk on bass, and Kai Bergerin on drums.
Former members include Thomas Fritsch, Jan-Dirk Löffler, Denis Musiol, Oliver Lenz, Alex Varela, and Markus Gnap, who have all played guitars at different points in the band's history. Markus Gnap also served as a drummer.
Democracy
Disbelief Lyrics
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Red, blue or yellow.
We will blow away the green
Another five lane motorway
(You'll never get a referendum anyway)
Funny handshakes. insider dealing
Et in arcadia. arcadia ego
Backhanders and salamanders
A powerhouse that is morally
Mechula
I'm sorry democracy is changing
I'm sorry democracy is changing
I'm not a slogan or a badge
Or a cross in the ballot box
Neither values or objectives
You do not represent my deepest
Thoughts and wishes
Education in obsolete skills
Stereotyping and media projection
Industrial psychologists
Plan a campaign that is financed by
Big business
You have a choice, we are your voice
Red, blue or yellow.
We will blow away the green
Another five lane motorway
(You'll never get a referendum anyway)
In "Democracy," Disbelief tackles the unsavory reality of politics and the disillusionment that often accompanies it. The lyrics suggest that while voters may feel like they have a choice, they are ultimately at the mercy of larger political forces that are motivated by money and power rather than the interests of the people. The repetition of "Red, blue or yellow" implies that voters are only presented with a superficial variety of options, while the government remains dominated by a select few.
The line "We will blow away the green / Another five lane motorway" further underscores society's prioritization of profits over preservation of nature. The singer seems to express a sense of resignation at the situation, as evidenced by the dismissive remark that "You'll never get a referendum anyway." The subsequent line, "Funny handshakes, insider dealing," implies that the government is rife with corruption and backroom deals.
The Latin phrase "et in arcadia ego" translates to "I am also in Arcadia," which has been interpreted in various ways but often references death or the inevitability of decay. This line suggests that even in a supposedly idyllic society (represented by the pastoral paradise of Arcadia), corruption and decay are always present.
Line by Line Meaning
You have a choice, we are your voice
We are here to represent you and your choices
Red, blue or yellow.
The political parties you can choose from
We will blow away the green
We will eliminate any competition
Another five lane motorway
Another infrastructure project without considering environmental impact
(You'll never get a referendum anyway)
They won't let you have a say in how things are run
Funny handshakes. insider dealing
Corruption and secret deals
Et in arcadia. arcadia ego
Even in paradise, there I am
Backhanders and salamanders
More examples of shady deals and corruption
A powerhouse that is morally
A country with great power and potential
Mechula
Reference to a fictional place, implying that democracy as it stands is a fantasy
I'm sorry democracy is changing
Regretful acknowledgement of the shifting state of democracy
I'm not a slogan or a badge
Democracy is more than just a catchphrase or symbol
Or a cross in the ballot box
Voting is just one element of democracy
Neither values or objectives
Democracy should offer more than just words and ideas
You do not represent my deepest
The current system doesn't truly understand or represent my desires
Thoughts and wishes
My innermost hopes and aspirations
Education in obsolete skills
The educational system might be outdated
Stereotyping and media projection
Media shapes perceptions and can be problematic
Industrial psychologists
Experts who use psychological techniques to sway public opinion
Plan a campaign that is financed by
A strategy that is funded by wealthy donors
Big business
Refers to corporations and their influence on political decisions
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