Band Members:
Francois Van Coke Hunter Kennedy Johnny De Ridder Wynand Myburgh Jaco Venter.
They released their first EP, As Jy Met Vuur Speel Sal Jy Brand which can be translated into English as If you play with fire you will get burnt.
Soon thereafter, they released the track, Hemel op die Platteland translates into Heaven in the countryside which made history when it became the first Afrikaans song to be officially playlisted on one of South Africa 's English national radio stations, 5FM .
Their first complete album Lugsteuring translates into Air disturbance, produced by John Paul De Stefani, was released in 2004, followed in 2005 with another EP, Monoloog In Stereo (Monologue in stereo).
The single Brand Suid-Afrika (Burn South Africa) was released in 2006, followed by the album Swanesang (Swan Song) .
Fokofpolisiekar have performed at various venues throughout South Africa and in October 2005 they toured the United Kingdom.
Their official site can be found at http://www.fokofpolisiekar.co.za/
View these links to their other social network websites:
Band website
Facebook Fan Page
Band's Blog
Tieneraksie Einde
Fokofpolisiekar Lyrics
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net om weer vas te sit in die hakkiesdraad
wat die naiwiteit is.
Dit raas al fokken jare!
Wit kinders van Afrika,
dankbaar wees dat jul nog leef.
en waar kom jul vandaan?
Ek neem aan dat ek altyd aleen sal staan.
Dis makliker om mense so,
in die oë te te staar.
Die weer is plesierig hier.
Daars net geen plek vir my,
om my kop neer te lê nie.
Selfmoord het baie van ons weggedra,
drank en die duiwel het gesorg vir die res.
Massiewe koopkrag, maar wanaangepas.
Viva!
Viva die middelklas!
Die waarheid lê daar buite!
Maar al die leuens, bly hier binne in ons, kwaadaardige gewas.
Ek neem aan dat ek altyd alleen sal staan.
Dis makliker om mense so,
in die oë te staar.
Die weer is plesierig hier.
Daars net geen plek vir my,
om my kop neer te lê nie...
The lyrics of Tieneraksie Einde by Fokofpolisiekar speak about the difficulties of being a teenager and the challenges of growing up in a society that lacks understanding and empathy. The first few lines describe how being a teenager can feel like constantly trying to climb a wall, only to be trapped in a cycle of immaturity and naivety. The repetition of "Dit raas al fokken jare!" (This has been raging for years!) emphasizes the frustration and impatience of not being heard or understood.
The next stanza questions the place and identity of white children in Africa, asking them to be grateful for their existence and questioning where they come from. The following lines express a sense of loneliness and isolation, with the singer acknowledging that they will always stand alone and find it easier to avoid eye contact with others. The weather may be pleasant, but there is no safe space for them to rest their head.
The last stanza tackles heavier topics such as suicide, alcoholism, and societal pressure to conform to a certain class. The repetition of "Viva! Viva die middelklas!" (Long live the middle class!) is a sarcastic comment on how the middle class is glorified in society, even though it may be just as psychologically damaging as other economic classes. The final lines highlight the contrast between external truth and internal lies, suggesting that the bigger problems lie within ourselves.
Overall, Tieneraksie Einde is a poignant and introspective song that portrays the struggles of growing up and navigating societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
Tiener angs is 'n hoe muur om teen uit te klim,
The fear of being a teenager feels like an insurmountable obstacle to overcome, like trying to climb over a wall only to get caught in barbed wire that represents naivety.
net om weer vas te sit in die hakkiesdraad
It feels like all the effort to escape that fear is for naught, and the result is being trapped in an even worse situation.
wat die naiwiteit is.
This situation is due to a lack of experience and wisdom, which can be attributed to youthfulness.
Dit raas al fokken jare!
This problem has persisted for a long time, and it continues to be overwhelming.
Wit kinders van Afrika,
White children from Africa,
dankbaar wees dat jul nog leef.
should be grateful that they are still alive.
Wat maak jul hier
What are you doing here?
en waar kom jul vandaan?
And where do you come from?
Ek neem aan dat ek altyd aleen sal staan.
I assume that I will always stand alone.
Dis makliker om mense so,
It's easier to interact with people
in die oë te te staar.
when you can look them in the eye.
Die weer is plesierig hier.
The weather is pleasant here.
Daars net geen plek vir my,
But there's just no place for me,
om my kop neer te lê nie.
where I can lay my head down.
Selfmoord het baie van ons weggedra,
Suicide has taken many of us away,
drank en die duiwel het gesorg vir die res.
while drinking and the devil have taken care of the rest.
Massiewe koopkrag, maar wanaangepas.
Massive purchasing power, but still ill-prepared for the world.
Viva!
Long live!
Viva die middelklas!
Long live the middle class!
Die waarheid lê daar buite!
The truth lies out there!
Maar al die leuens, bly hier binne in ons, kwaadaardige gewas.
But all the lies remain within us, like a malignant growth.
Ek neem aan dat ek altyd alleen sal staan.
I assume that I will always stand alone.
Dis makliker om mense so,
It's easier to interact with people
in die oë te te staar.
when you can look them in the eye.
Die weer is plesierig hier.
The weather is pleasant here.
Daars net geen plek vir my,
But there's just no place for me,
om my kop neer te lê nie...
where I can lay my head down.
Contributed by Ava P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@janvanbiljon1722
Mis die een op die setlist. Bring asb terug :)
@reinhardtpienaar1316
"Die weer is plesierig hier, daar's net geen plek vir my om my kop neer te lê nie." Kan nie meer gepas wees deesdae nie...
@tiaanbezuidenhout8131
hulle skuld ons nog 'n album
@nobodygh
Dit raak net meer en meer relevant met tyd
@tommiedavids676
Legends julle musiek is poes mal 🤘💀🤘
@jacovorster9465
"Ek neem aan dat ek altyd alleen sal staan,dis makliker om mense so in die oë te staar. Daar is net geen plek om my kop neer te lê nie" Ken die gevoel. Die woorde is meer as geld werd.
@Boeta_
Die song sal altyd befok bly
@denisegeel8911
Fok ek wens youtube het n love button gehad.
@andreasgildenhuys9970
Fok ek mis di shows nou Al's net t shirts en n klomp merchandise en voel fake. Kom ons enjoy Mar dit vir wat dit was
@ShredderZA
Die eerste 3 albums was befok, die laaste een is so fokken mainstream en al hierdie skape like dit nou ook. Voel fake.