Farben Lehre today:
Wojtek Wojda - voc
Konrad Wojda - guitar, voc
Adam Mikolajewski - drums
Filip Grodzicki - bass
ex-members:
Marek Knap - drums (1986-87)
Piotr Kokoszczynski - bass, voc (1986-98)
Pawel Nowak - acoustic guitar, voc (1986-87)
Piotr Bartus - drums (1987-88)
Bogdan Pawłowski - keyboard, voc (1987-89)
Krzysztof Sieczkowski - drums (1988-91)
Bogdan Kicinski - guitar, voc (1989-98)
Irek Bukowski - bass (1990)
Paweł Malecki - guitar, voc (1993-95)
Jacek Trafny - drums (1999-2002)
Robert Chabowski - guitar, voc (1986-93 and 2002-04)
Discography:
1991 - "Bez pokory" (Without humility)
1993 - "My maszyny" (We, robots)
1994 - "Samo zycie" (Just life) - live disc
1995 - "Nierealne ogniska" - (Unreal focal points)
1995 - "Insekty" (Insects)
1996 - "Zdrada" (Betrayal)
1996 - "Garazowka" (Tape from the garage)
2001 - "Atomowe Zabawki" (Atomic toys)
2001 - "Wiecznie mlodzi" (Forever Young) - The Best of - disc edited due to 15th anniversary of the band.
2003 - "Bez pokory / My maszyny" - compilation / re-edition
2003 - "Pozytywka" (Music box; it's a wordplay, as "pozytywny" means positive in Polish)
2004 - "Insekty / Zdrada" compilation / re-edition
2005 - "Farbenheit" (title refers to Fahrenheit 9/11 movie)
2006 - "Farben Lehre" 2CD compilation
2008 - "Snukraina" (Dreamland)
2009 - "Ferajna" (Gang/Bunch)
Farben Lehre music is aggressive, melodious, full of fun with play, and free from complexes. Sharp, but accessible sounds and sincere words present spiritual attempt to connect with second person. Their music is influenced by bands like: Sex Pistols, Ramones, The Clash, Pogues, Dead Kennedys, Bad Religion, Rancid, Greenday, Ska-P, Ukrainians, U2, Clawfinger, Nirvana, R.E.M, New Model Army or The Rolling Stones. Most important lyrics of Farben Lehre are: "Helikoptery"(The Helicopters), "Egoisci" (The Egoists), "Nierealne ogniska"(Unreal Fires), "Handel"(Commerce), "Nowy dzien" (New Day), "Rozkolysanka" (Uncradle Song), "Wiecznie mlodzi" (Forever Young), "Matura 2001" (Secondary-school certificate 2001), "Pozytywka" (Positive Song), "Judasz" (Judas), "Terrorystan" or "Pogodna" (Fine).
Farben Lehre concentrates on concert-tours; they discovered big tour called Punky Reggae Live (initially called Pankregeparty) and it`s been organized from 2004 annually, they also play "single" concerts; they have concerts with bands like The Vibrators, The Exploited, Ine Kafe, Slobodna Europa, Smola a Hrusky, UK Subs, Oi Polloi, Die Toten Hosen, Dritte Wahl and others and gave 99 concerts in 2006.
The band's motto is:
We will play to the moment, when it makes pleasure to us
To the moment, when we have something to say
To the moment when we have power
And to the moment when that what we're doing, is wanted by someone...
Should I stay or should I go
Farben Lehre Lyrics
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Should I stay or should I go?
If you say that you are mine
I'll be here till the end of time
So you got to let me know
Should I stay or should I go?
It's always tease, tease, tease
One day it's fine and next it's black
So if you want me off your back
Well, come on and let me know
Should I stay or should I go?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
If I go, there will be trouble
And if I stay, it will be double
So come on and let me know
This indecision's bugging me
If you don't want me, set me free
Exactly whom I'm supposed to be
Don't you know which clothes even fit me?
Come on and let me know
Should I cool it or should I blow?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
Should I stay or should I go now?
If I go there will be trouble
And if I stay, it will be double
So ya gotta let me know
Should I cool it or should I blow?
Should I stay or should I go now?
If I go there will be trouble
And if I stay, it will be double
So ya gotta let me know
Should I stay or should I go?
Farben Lehre's song "Should I Stay or Should I Go" is a classic anthem about indecision in a relationship. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, with the singer asking their partner to make a decision about the future of their relationship. The song is an emotional rollercoaster, with the singer expressing frustration, uncertainty, and vulnerability.
The first stanza sets the scene, with the singer asking their partner to make a choice about their love. They express their commitment to the relationship, but are unsure if their feelings are reciprocated. The second stanza is more confrontational, with the singer accusing their partner of playing with their emotions. The chorus repeats the question, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
The third stanza takes a more introspective turn, with the singer admitting that they themselves are unsure of what they want. They ask their partner to provide some guidance, questioning their own identity and role in the relationship. The final chorus returns to the binary choice of staying or leaving, with the stakes now even higher.
Overall, "Should I Stay or Should I Go" is a powerful expression of the conflicting emotions that can arise in a relationship. The song has resonated with generations of listeners, and its catchy melody and memorable lyrics have made it a staple of popular culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Darling, you got to let me know
I know you can’t read my mind, so please tell me what you want.
Should I stay or should I go?
Is this relationship worth continuing or should we end it?
If you say that you are mine
If this is a real relationship and you truly want me
I'll be here till the end of time
Then I promise to love and be with you forever.
So you got to let me know
In order for me to make this promise, you need to communicate what you really want.
It's always tease, tease, tease
You are playing with my emotions and expectations.
You're happy when I'm on my knees
You enjoy having power over me and seeing me in a vulnerable state.
One day it's fine and next it's black
Your behavior and feelings towards me are unpredictable and constantly changing.
So if you want me off your back
If you want to break up with me or end things, please just tell me.
Well, come on and let me know
I’m tired of trying to guess how you feel, please be honest with me.
Should I stay or should I go now?
I need to know what you want, should we break up or keep going?
If I go, there will be trouble
If we break up, it will hurt both of us and cause problems and heartache.
And if I stay, it will be double
If we stay together, we’ll have to work twice as hard on this relationship to make it work.
This indecision's bugging me
Not knowing where we stand is really bothering me and causing stress.
If you don't want me, set me free
If you don’t really love me or want to be with me, then let me go.
Exactly whom I'm supposed to be
I want to be a good partner, but I need to know who you want me to be and what you want from me.
Don't you know which clothes even fit me?
I feel like I'm in the dark about what you really want from me and what will make you happy.
Should I cool it or should I blow?
Should I back off and give you space or try harder to make this work?
So ya gotta let me know
In order for us to move forward, you need to communicate clearly and honestly.
If I go there will be trouble
Breaking up will be difficult and emotional for both of us.
And if I stay, it will be double
Staying together will be challenging and we’ll have to put in twice as much effort.
Contributed by Harper S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.