"funk" = radio "störung" = distortion. Distorted funk indeed.
Rosenheim, Germany's production duo Michael Fakesch and Chris De Luca have an unforgettably unique and recognizable sound. First found on a compilation of their remixes entitled Additional Productions (1999), then on their Appetite for Disctruction (April 2000) full-length debut, Funkstörung's unrivaled vocal-splicing, groove-shredding, taste-proliferating style is equally strong on Vice Versa - their second compilation of remixes to date.
Dosing each of their remixes with an injection of electronic noise, digital soul, and cinematic ambience, Funkstörung are purveyors of futuristic form. Boasting original tracks by A Guy Called Gerald, Jean Michel Jarre, Nils Patter Molvaer, and other internationally known producers, Vice Versa is a hip-hop inflected blend of jazz, electro, and drum'n'bass, brought full-circle by Funkstörung's masterful studio wizardry.
Rare production talents make Funkstörung one of dance music's most in-demand remix outfits out there. Having contributed remixes for artists like Björk, Wu-Tang Clan, and the East Flatbush Project, Funkstörung has always defied musical boundaries by crossing and blending genres to create something entirely their own. On Vice Versa, Fakesch and De Luca seduce their listeners into a near-catatonic, alluringly-hypnotic pleasure state - truly a Funkstörung trademark.
Funkstörung recently announced that they had seperated as a group on their newly-designed website although this can only be good news to fans as both Chris De Luca and Michael Fakesch are now persuing solo careers.
Chopping Heads Feat. Tes
Funkstörung Lyrics
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When's the last time you heard me
Did you observe me
Still have the nerve think you
Can serve me?
Got to wake up early practice your breath
With rapping like that the outcomes death
Wrong choice
Fuck being deep first you need a strong voice
All that screaming is useless
Besides its obvious your voice box locked in nooses
Hanging yourself use the mic cord
Cause it sounds like the switch is off and your
Crew looks bored
Walking out the door with mad regrets
You represent them if i were them i'd be mad depressed
I wouldn't roll with you smoke a bowl with you
See you coming toward me and stroll right through
Got better things to think about
Plus my hands hate shaking with
People who bring me down
Following through with the words in my hook
They were meant for you and you too
Read my lips book
Chopping heads bloody necks
T.e.s
Cut twice with one slice (repeat four times)
I don't want to make friends don't say hi
Shook too many hands to only go home question why
Fuck digits on crumpled pages
The only calls i accept offer cash for rocking stages
If i don't pick up i'm screening your call
Don't be mad i don't say hi t my neighbors
When we pass in the hall
Hey tes good job is more than enough after a show
My answer to a collabo is like trading a cd no!
You should know by the look on my face
I'm not a nice guy
Fuck last i'm all alone in first place
Terrence the tyrant all by myself
Come so far solo i don't need your help
If you like my songs cool i still hate yours
Keep your feedback to yourself and your
Input on play/pause.
(funkstorung chops up tes)
You don't know me (8 x)
The lyrics of Funkstörung’s song “Chopping Heads” by Tes are confrontational and abrasive, expressing the artist’s distaste for those who try to bring him down with weak rapping skills and lack of dedication. Tes starts off by asking when is the last time the listener has heard from him and warns against assuming they can serve him. He emphasizes the importance of practice and a strong voice, driving home the idea that screaming alone is not enough to make a track memorable. Tes expresses annoyance at those who hang themselves on their mic cords, suggesting that they sound like the switch is turned off and no longer hold the attention of the audience. He advises that it is best to stay away from people who bring others down and follow through with the words of his hook, which were meant for them.
In the second verse, Tes shares his preference for staying aloof and not getting too friendly with other artists. He only accepts calls that offer money for performances and admits to screening calls. Tes implies that he doesn’t need anyone else’s help, having come so far on his own. He suggests that he has negative feelings for other artists, even those who like his songs. The chorus refers to “chopping heads and bloody necks” and hints that Tes is the one who will be doing the chopping.
Overall, the lyrics are aggressive and critical, expressing Tes’s disdain for those who don’t put in the effort to create good music and those who try to bring others down.
Line by Line Meaning
When's the last time you heard me
Have you bothered to listen to my music recently?
Did you observe me
Did you take note of my artistry?
Still have the nerve think you Can serve me?
Do you still think you can compete with my skills?
Got to wake up early practice your breath
It takes hard work to be a good rapper.
With rapping like that the outcomes death
If you don't have skills, you won't make it far in the rap world.
Don't step across the line
Don't try to challenge me or cross any boundaries.
Wrong choice
You will face consequences if you make the wrong move.
Fuck being deep first you need a strong voice
Before getting emotional, focus on having a strong delivery.
All that screaming is useless
Yelling without control won't make your raps better.
Besides its obvious your voice box locked in nooses
It's apparent that you're incapable of improving your voice.
Hanging yourself use the mic cord
Your voice sounds so bad, it's like you're hanging yourself with the mic cord.
Cause it sounds like the switch is off and your Crew looks bored
Your performance is lackluster and your crew isn't interested either.
Walking out the door with mad regrets
You'll regret not having given a better performance.
You represent them if i were them i'd be mad depressed
Your performance is affecting the people who support you.
I wouldn't roll with you smoke a bowl with you See you coming toward me and stroll right through
I don't want to associate with you, and I'll avoid you if I have to.
Got better things to think about Plus my hands hate shaking with People who bring me down
I don't want to waste my energy on negative people.
Following through with the words in my hook They were meant for you and you too Read my lips book
I made this song for you to hear and learn from.
Chopping heads bloody necks T.e.s Cut twice with one slice (repeat four times)
This is a violent metaphor for my dominance over my competition.
I don't want to make friends don't say hi Shook too many hands to only go home question why
I don't want superficial relationships that make me question my values.
Fuck digits on crumpled pages
I don't care about phone numbers on a scrap piece of paper.
The only calls i accept offer cash for rocking stages
I only care about business calls that offer me money for performing.
If i don't pick up i'm screening your call Don't be mad i don't say hi t my neighbors When we pass in the hall
I don't have to answer to everyone, and I don't owe anyone casual greetings.
Hey tes good job is more than enough after a show My answer to a collabo is like trading a cd no!
Compliments are sufficient, and I have no interest in collaborating with you.
You should know by the look on my face I'm not a nice guy Fuck last i'm all alone in first place
I'm not trying to be friends, and I'm in this business to win on my own.
Terrence the tyrant all by myself Come so far solo i don't need your help
I am a self-made artist who doesn't rely on others to succeed.
If you like my songs cool i still hate yours Keep your feedback to yourself and your Input on play/pause.
I don't need your approval or criticism, so don't offer it to me.
(funkstorung chops up tes)
The song ends with a violent action to represent the competition being eliminated.
You don't know me (8 x)
The final line reiterates the theme that the listener is incapable of understanding the artist's experience and perspective.
Contributed by Bailey N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.