Emil Bulls is a German alternative metal band that was formed in 1995 in Mu… Read Full Bio ↴Emil Bulls is a German alternative metal band that was formed in 1995 in Munich, Bavaria. The group consists of two guitarists, a bass guitar player, a drummer and a vocalist/guitarist.

In 1995, Christoph "Christ" von Freydorf (vocals) and Stefan "Fini" Finauer (drums), pupils of a convent school, founded the band together with Christoph's church choir friend Jamie "Citnoh" Richardson (bass guitar). They were joined by Stephan Karl "Moik" and Franz Wickenhäuser (both guitar). The band was founded in Hohenschäftlarn near Munich. The name Emil Bulls is derived from a children's movie.

In 1996, they recorded their first CD Red Dick’s Potatoe Garden themselves. The CD is in great demand today because of its small circulation. In 1997, they attended the Emergenza festival and finished third in the European competition. For this competition they hired DJ Paul Rzyttka (known as DJ Zamzoe) who afterwards became a permanent member of the band.

After a long tour, their album Monogamy was released by the indie record label Oh My Sweet Records. The record could only be purchased through the internet or during live shows. Monogamy was noticed by Island Records, which offered the band a recording deal. Some of the songs on Monogamy and a few new songs were recorded. The result was Angel Delivery Service, released in 2001. The album was already out of stock a few months later. A new edition was released including a cover version of A-Ha's "Take on Me". The songs "Smells Like Rock'n'Roll", "Leaving You with This" and "Take on Me" were released as singles.

In May 2002, Porcelain was released through Motor Music. "The Coolness of Being Wretched" and "This Day" were released as singles. Between June 2001 and August 2002, the band played 129 live shows including Rock am Ring. In August 2003, drummer Stefan Finauer left the band to go to university. He was replaced by Fabian Fab Füß. In 2003, the band played some shows in Canada and the United States.

On June 20, 2005, The Southern Comfort was released on Pirate Records. It was the last record with DJ Zamzoe.

In February 2007, the live and acoustic album The Life Acoustic was released. The album, which was recorded in Pullach in 2006, was followed by an acoustic tour.

The following album The Black Path was released on April 4, 2008, on Drakkar records. It is the hardest record of the band so far and was recorded in Hannover by Benny Richer (Caliban, Krypteria). The single "The Most Evil Spell" was offered as a free download.

In 2009, Chrissy Schneider left the band and was replaced by Andy Bock, who was the guitar player of From Constant Visions. On September 25, 2009, Phoenix was released. "Here Comes The Fire" was offered as a free download on their website. In September 2009, a music video of "When God Was Sleeping" was released.

The band's latest studio offering, Oceanic, was to be released on September 30, 2011.

I Don't Belong Here
Emil Bulls Lyrics

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Thank god I finally know
This ship is out of control
Thank god I have the balls to leave it to the sea
Got my lifeboat well prepared
I'm gonna breath virgin air
I'm gonna smell the scent
Of a new island

It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I just can't stay here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I don't belong here

I've got the wind at my back
The sun upon my face
The wings of my belief
Carry me to the stars
I wanna spend my days
In a place without any memories
Where the wounds of experience
Can find a chance to heal

It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I just can't stay here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I don't belong here

And I, I won't need you tomorrow
Like you don't care today
We'd well in constant sorrow
Sorrow is the name
Of your game
I don't belong here

God, I don't belong here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I just can't stay here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
God, I don't belong here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
I just can't stay here
It's already said already done
I know I owe you nothing
Everything is said and done
God, I don't belong here

God, I don't belong here
I don't belong here

Overall Meaning

The song "I Don't Belong Here" by Emil Bulls tells the story of someone who has come to realize that their life has become out of control and they need to leave it behind. The first verse talks about how the singer is grateful that they have finally come to this realization and have the courage to move forward. They are prepared with their "lifeboat" and ready to set sail for a new place. They are eager to start anew and breathe in the fresh air of a new island.

The chorus repeats the sentiment that everything has already been said and done and the singer owes nothing to anyone. They simply cannot stay where they are, as they do not belong there. The second verse describes the freedom that the singer feels as they set out on their new journey. They have the wind at their back and the sun on their face, and their belief in themselves helps to carry them forward. They want to find a place without any memories, where they can heal and start fresh.

The final verse is a declaration that the singer does not need the person they are leaving behind. The other person has caused constant sorrow, and the singer doesn't want anything to do with them anymore. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing that the singer has already made up their mind to leave and start anew.

Overall, "I Don't Belong Here" is a song about taking control of one's life and moving on from a situation that is no longer healthy or fulfilling. It's a message of hope and courage, urging listeners to have the strength to leave behind negativity and start anew.

Line by Line Meaning

Thank god I finally know
I am grateful that I have finally realized something important.

This ship is out of control
My life is chaotic and uncontrollable.

Thank god I have the balls to leave it to the sea
I am thankful that I have the courage to let go and move on.

Got my lifeboat well prepared
I have made plans and prepared myself for the future.

I'm gonna breath virgin air
I am excited to experience something brand new.

I'm gonna smell the scent Of a new island
I am looking forward to exploring a new place full of potential.

I've got the wind at my back The sun upon my face The wings of my belief Carry me to the stars
I feel empowered and driven to chase my dreams and reach for the stars.

I wanna spend my days In a place without any memories Where the wounds of experience Can find a chance to heal
I want to start fresh in a new environment where I can heal and move on from past experiences.

And I, I won't need you tomorrow Like you don't care today We'd well in constant sorrow Sorrow is the name Of your game I don't belong here
I realize that our relationship is unhealthy and I need to leave to free myself from constant emotional pain.

God, I don't belong here
I am expressing my deep desire to leave this current situation.

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