Current members of the band are Onni Waris (keyboard, vocals), Petteri Halonen (keyboard, guitar, vocals), Lassi Kinnunen (accordion, vocals), Martti Waris (bass, vocals) and Kristian Voutilainen (drums, vocals). Ilmari Koivuluhta (sound technique, logistics) and Pekka Jokinen (graphics, merchandise) are completing the humppa family. These are not in fact their real names; their (fake) first names are their second names, and their (fake) surnames are their mothers' maiden names. Onni Waris and Martti Waris are in no way related, both of their mothers' maiden names just happen to be the same.
According to the band's statements, they play between 80 and 100 concerts in a year, of which only 20 in Finland and 40 to 50 in Germany. While touring in Germany they hid bottles of vodka in various places next to the Autobahn and asked their fans to find them using treasure maps provided by the band.
Albums by Eläkeläiset in Finnish charts (2 albums):
1. Humppaelämää
reach: 14/2003 - 15/2003; peak pos: 23; weeks: 2
2. Humppasirkus
reach: 08/2006 - 10/2006; peak pos: 10; weeks: 3
Songs by Eläkeläiset in Finnish charts (4 songs):
1. Das Humppawerk
reach: 23/2006 - 26/2006; peak pos: 6; weeks: 4
2. Jukolan Humppa
reach: 03/2006 - 07/2006; peak pos: 5; weeks: 5
3. Katkolla Humppa
reach: 11/2003 - 12/2003; peak pos: 6; weeks: 2
4. Keväthumppa
reach: 20/2003 - 20/2003; peak pos: 17; weeks: 1
Pata Pata
Eläkeläiset Lyrics
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Tapio!
Lassi!
Hullu!
Illu!
Eläkeläiset!
(plaulanta: Eläkeläiset)
The lyrics to Eläkeläiset's song Pätä pätä, which begins with the names of different individuals, are a playful and humorous tribute to the culture and traditions of Finland. Martti, Tapio, Lassi, Illu, and Hullu are all commonly used Finnish names, and the repetition of the names creates a catchy and rhythmical effect. The use of the term "pätä pätä" in the title and throughout the song is a Finnish expression that roughly translates to "head-to-head" or "face-to-face," conveying a sense of directness and immediacy.
The lyrics of the song mainly consist of repetitive phrases and nonsensical words, punctuated by occasional shouts of "Eläkeläiset!" The lyrics evoke a sense of joy and playfulness, suggesting that the song is intended to be enjoyed simply for its rhythmic and musical qualities rather than any particular message or meaning. The sing-song melody and upbeat tempo also contribute to the overall festive and celebratory tone of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Martti! Martti!
Calling out to Martti twice.
Tapio!
Calling out to Tapio.
Lassi!
Calling out to Lassi.
Hullu!
Calling out to someone named 'crazy'.
Illu!
Calling out to someone named 'Illu'.
Eläkeläiset!
Addressing the band 'Eläkeläiset'.
(singing: Eläkeläiset)
The band 'Eläkeläiset' starts singing.
Contributed by Cameron O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michael Parkinson
All these years later, this still brings a smile to my face.
Matthew Penfold
Absolute WONDERFUL band. Never quit.
Rob Martens
I never knew Gary Oldman was in a Finnish cover band.
schlumpfyouup
Yeah, saw them one week before in Dresden! What an event!!! They are the first band who abused the publicum but on the other hand no one took care about it. HUMPA
poroo
live today at my location - second time I've chance to see them live \o/
Tapani Vehkalahti
ELÄKELÄISET!!! nuo tekee aivan mahtavaa mussaa 5/5
UnclePutte
Ah, you've found the secret of eläkeläiset. That is, alcohol. No matter how much their playing might drive you to drink, you'll never be as drunk as the geezers playing. Cheers. :D
DaGaukla
yeah saw them yesterday live in munich was awsome
ExtraSmedium
These guys are perfect. Look at them. Everything about them is... is RIGHT.
Svirfneblin
The signer's glasses owns, song owns as a whole