"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.
Disconnected
Funkstörung Lyrics
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I'm locked in a stare
24 minutes make one day
Am I here or there
The street is filled with horses, riders
There's no single car
All the king's men in front of a neon fortress
Many moons and a single star
I'm lost in one breath
Many moons and a single star
I'm lost
New York becomes paris
And Paris turns into Rome
Italian girls are dancing
To the symphony
Made of one tone
A little boy with grey hair
Did ask me for a cigarette
I said i can't move
I'm locked in a stare
He stole my heart and he left
Angry and sad
He stole my heart
And he left
I'm lost
(I don't know, I don't know what
Cause I don't know, I don't know what)
Bring my heart back
It's the only thing I've got
Bring my heart back
Cause without I'm dancing disconnected
It's the only thing I've got
Bring my heart back
Life is drawing itself
In this electic night
I'm walking sleepless
In a painting of Dali
I see crying sculptures from Bali
I'm chasing an old man in high heels
(i don't know, i don't know what
Cause i don't know, i don't know what)
Bring my heart back
It's the only thing i've got
Bring my heart back
Cause without I'm dancing disconnected
It's the only thing I've got
Bring my heart back
It's beating stronger
Maybe not longer
I found a second one in my chest
Bring my heart back
It's the only thing I've got
Bring my heart back
Cause without I'm dancing disconnected
It's the only thing I've got
Bring my heart back
Bring my heart back
Bring my heart back
Disconnected
Bring my heart back
At least apart
Between your red colored nails
The first verse of Funkstörung's "Disconnected" describes a state of disorientation and confusion. The metaphor of a flame melting wax away may suggest the fragility of the singer's sense of self, as they struggle to maintain their identity in the face of an overwhelming sensory experience. The line "24 minutes make one day" adds to the disorienting sense of time, suggesting a perception of time that is distorted and difficult to grasp. The visual imagery of the street filled with horses and riders, and the absence of cars, creates a surreal, dreamlike atmosphere in which the familiar and the unfamiliar are blended. The juxtaposition of the neon fortress with the old-fashioned mode of transportation adds to the feeling of dislocation.
The second verse continues the theme of disorientation, as the singer describes cities and cultural references that blur together. The line "Italian girls are dancing to the symphony made of one tone" suggests a flattening of cultural differences, and the loss of distinct identities. The encounter with the little boy with grey hair who asks for a cigarette may represent a moment of connection or empathy, but it is quickly replaced by a feeling of loss and disconnection. The final verse returns to the surrealistic imagery, with a reference to Dali's paintings and a pursuit of an old man in high heels. The repeated refrain "Bring my heart back" suggests that the singer is searching for a sense of emotional connection or stability, something to anchor them in this disorienting world.
Line by Line Meaning
The flame is melting the wax away
The intensity of the flame is causing the wax to melt away.
I'm locked in a stare
I am completely focused on something and cannot look away.
24 minutes make one day
Time moves quickly and days are fleeting.
Am I here or there
My current state is uncertain and I am unsure of my location.
The street is filled with horses, riders
The streets are filled with traditional transportation methods and not modern cars.
There's no single car
Cars are nowhere to be seen and are not the primary mode of transportation.
All the king's men in front of a neon fortress
People with power gather in front of a flashy and outdated symbol of strength.
Many moons and a single star
Time has passed, but a single point remains constant.
I'm lost in one breath
I am easily overwhelmed and get lost in simple moments.
New York becomes paris
My perception of my surroundings is altered and my current location is indistinguishable from other places.
And Paris turns into Rome
Realities blend together and location is irrelevant.
Italian girls are dancing
The experience is transcendent and beauty can be found in the most unexpected places.
To the symphony
The music unifies us and creates a shared experience.
Made of one tone
Diversity is important, but unity can be found in shared experiences.
A little boy with grey hair
Despite the physical oddity, there is still youth and innocence present.
Did ask me for a cigarette
Even someone young and seemingly innocent can be influenced by negative habits and actions.
I said i can't move
I am completely immersed in the moment and unable to break away from what I am focused on.
He stole my heart and he left
Someone who touched me deeply has moved on and left me behind.
Angry and sad
I am experiencing a range of emotions due to this loss.
Bring my heart back
I want to regain that connection and feeling of my heart being whole after experiencing a loss.
It's the only thing I've got
Out of everything in my life, my heart is the most important thing to me.
Life is drawing itself
Life is a work in progress and is constantly being created and re-created.
In this electic night
The night is full of energy and excitement, and my surroundings are vibrant and lively.
I'm walking sleepless
I am unable to rest and relax, constantly moving forward and experiencing new things.
In a painting of Dali
My reality is distorted and surreal, akin to the style of Salvador Dali's paintings.
I see crying sculptures from Bali
Despite being far from home, familiar and emotional images still find a way to reach me.
I'm chasing an old man in high heels
I am in pursuit of something that is elusive and possibly nonsensical.
It's beating stronger
Despite experiencing loss, my heart continues to beat with strength and vitality.
Maybe not longer
My heart's strength may not last forever, but I am savoring the current moment.
I found a second one in my chest
Despite experiencing loss, I have found a way to keep moving forward and find a new love or passion.
Disconnected
Without the connection of love or passion, I am incomplete and lacking a vital piece.
At least apart
Despite not having everything, I have been able to find a piece or partial connection to help me move forward.
Contributed by Mason N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
megan miller
2020 and it still speaks to me...It’s beautiful.
IClifeis2B
What a masterpiece! This really pulls me in and my thoughts are left behind. Isn't that the definition of a successful meditation?!!
Enik
It is! But reading your comment does have a similar effect! You can find my new solo work here: www.youtube.com/enikenik love. Enik
Nick Wallis
This song makes me feel like my consciousness is dripping between unique minds and places... constantly shifting.. liquid reality.
Enik
with beautiful feedbacks like this, it's easy to write the next one :) find my new work here: www.youtube.com/enikenik thank you! Enik
Stephanie Böhringer
Fast 10 Jahre seit ich mich in dieses Stück verliebt habe...
An Anderen sieht man immer besser wie alt man ist.
😅
Es ist fast noch schöner als damals!
SaraSyn
This is one of my favorite songs ever
Enik
Thank you Sara! Here you can find my new stuff: www.youtube.com/enikenik
EUREKA
Me too
Joel Hawkins
this song is unbelievable i play this on the guitar. Funkstorung is a band im glad i discovered, and Enik has made it through my heart