The band was already established in 1994 by Rümenapp, Ude and Poschwatta, when the vocalist Sandra Nasic joined later that year. They recorded 3 demo tapes, but their career took off in 1996 after winning the Local Hero contest for unsigned bands. They used the prize money for recording their first hit "Open Your Eyes" and shot a video for that song. They also signed to GUN/Supersonic Records.
"Open Your Eyes" was released as a single (#5 GER) and was followed by their debut album Proud Like a God in 6 October 1997. The album ranked #4 and it was certified platinum in Germany. Two other singles helped the album's popularity and sales: "Rain" (#76 GER) and "Lords of the Boards" (#10 GER). "Lord of the Boards" is performed as the closing song on every Guano Apes concert.
In 1999, they issued the stand alone single "Don't You Turn Your Back on Me" (# 50 GER).
In 2 May 2000, Guano Apes released the sophomore album, Don't Give Me Names. This #1 album in Germany was certifed gold in the same country and it was promoted by four singles: "Big in Japan" (#9 GER, #5 IT), "No Speech" (#75 GER), "Living in a Lie" (#84 GER) and "Dödel Up" (#57 GER).
In 2001, the band credited as Guano Babes featuring Michael Mittermeier, issued the stand alone single "Kumba Yo!" (#3 GER).
Their third album Walking on a Thin Line was released in 3 February 2003. The album peaked #1 and it was certified gold in Germany. Guano Apes released three singles from this album: "You Can't Stop Me" (#10 GER), "Pretty in Scarlet" (#51 GER) and "Quietly" (#51 GER).
After the very long promo tour to the WOATL album, the band decided to take a rest for a while. In 2004 they issued a Best Of album titled Planet of the Apes and the single "Break the Line". The band broke up after a final tour in February 2005. A year later, their label released the compilation Lost (T)apes, which contains previously unreleased demos, originally recorded in 1994 and 1995.
Dennis Poschwatta formed the crossover band Tamoto with his friend G-Ball and released the album Clemenza. Henning Rümenapp worked for Horus Studios in Germany. Sandra Nasic released her solo album The Signal in 2007. In 2006 Dennis, Henning and Stefan formed a new group with singer Charles Simmons, called IO. IO realeased their studio album For the Masses in 2008.
In 2009 Guano Apes reformed and played some dates including Enterro da Gata (Portugal), Rock am Ring (Germany), Nova Rock (Austria), Woodstock Festival (Poland), Sofia (Bulgaria), Bucharest (Romania). In Bucharest, Sandra announced the band is working on a new studio album.
Their fourth album Bel Air was released in Spring 2011, preceded by the single "Oh What a Night".
Official site: http://www.guanoapes.org
Tiger
Guano Apes Lyrics
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She's living high on a mountain
Here she comes again
A bucket full of stories to be heard
She once married a wolf
I guess he's one in a million
Here she comes again
She's rollin' like a stone
'Cause I'm out to a point where I have to say
That the tiger's around and I love her ways
Yeah I'm out to a point where I have to say
That the tiger's a mess and it saved my days
I'm dancing with you baby
I'm dying when you cry
Angel's with you baby
But the dragon's on your side
You're the fire
'Cause we were born to run with the wild
You're the fire
I love to run with the tiger
'Cause you're the dragon's friend
And when they burn again
There's nothing in this world
They have to fear
You're the beauty rose ?
Like I always told ya
And I feel I got
Cat is always landing on her paws
I gotta say it
You're always been my favorite girl
I gotta say it
You've always been my favorite girl
I'm dancing with you baby
I'm dying when you cry
Angel's with you baby
But the dragon's on your side
You're the fire
And you were born to run with the wild
You're the fire
And you were born to run with the wild
We're the fire
'Cause we were born to run with the
Do it right, do it right, do it right
Baby
Do it right, do it right, do it right
The lyrics of Guano Apes' song "Tiger" seem to be about a strong, free entity - a tiger - that the singer admires and loves. The tiger is described as cool and living high on a mountain, having a bucket full of stories to be heard. The singer also says that the tiger once married a wolf, thus emphasizing that the tiger is an incredibly unique being. It seems that the singer finds the tiger's wild and untamed nature both fascinating and inspiring, and wishes to be like them, to run with the wild.
The second stanza reveals that the singer is dancing and dying with someone (possibly the tiger?), and that the angel is with them, but the dragon (which can represent a destructive or dangerous force) is on their side as well. The singer then addresses the tiger directly, calling them the fire and the dragon's friend. They proclaim that there is nothing in this world that the tiger should fear, as they always land on their paws. The singer then declares that the tiger has always been their favorite girl.
Overall, the lyrics of "Tiger" seem to be about a strong entity that is admired for their wild, untamed nature. The tiger represents freedom and strength, and the singer wants to run with the wild just like them. The dragon can be seen as a symbol of a force that is dangerous, but the tiger is still able to handle it.
Line by Line Meaning
I know the coolest cat
The singer is familiar with an amazing, impressive individual.
She's living high on a mountain
This person lives in a privileged position or has a lot of success and advantages.
Here she comes again
The person being referred to is making another appearance or doing something noteworthy again.
A bucket full of stories to be heard
This person has many interesting experiences and events to share with others.
She once married a wolf
At some point in the past, this person was married to someone dangerous or unpredictable.
I guess he's one in a million
This former partner is unique or unusual in some way.
Her heart on the tongue
This person speaks honestly and openly about their feelings.
She's rollin' like a stone
This person is moving forward and making progress despite obstacles or challenges in their path.
'Cause I'm out to a point where I have to say
That the tiger's around and I love her ways
The artist has come to a realization or point where they acknowledge the strength and power of the tiger and admire its attributes.
Yeah I'm out to a point where I have to say
That the tiger's a mess and it saved my days
The artist has realized that the tiger is flawed or chaotic, but still values its presence in their life for helping them in some way.
I'm dancing with you baby
I'm dying when you cry
Angel's with you baby
But the dragon's on your side
The singer is intimately connected with someone who has both good and bad aspects to their personality, but still feels a strong affection for them.
You're the fire
'Cause we were born to run with the wild
You're the fire
The person being addressed is full of passion and has a natural inclination for adventure and living boldly.
I love to run with the tiger
'Cause you're the dragon's friend
And when they burn again
There's nothing in this world
They have to fear
The singer enjoys partnering with someone who embraces their wild and chaotic nature, and feels that they have great strength and fearlessness when they work together.
You're the beauty rose ?
Like I always told ya
And I feel I got
Cat is always landing on her paws
The person being addressed is someone who is admired for their gracefulness and resilience, and who can always bounce back from difficult situations.
I gotta say it
You're always been my favorite girl
I gotta say it
You've always been my favorite girl
The singer expresses their strong feelings of admiration and affection for the person being addressed, and emphasizes their importance in their life.
We're the fire
'Cause we were born to run with the
Do it right, do it right, do it right
Baby
Do it right, do it right, do it right
The artist and the person being addressed both have a fierce, passionate spirit and are capable of achieving great things together when they work in harmony.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DENNIS POSCHWATTA, HENNING RUEMENAPP, JON SCHUMANN, SANDRA NASIC, STEFAN UDE
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pawel kocyk
At last something 4 me, i was waiting 4 this new album forever, i just love GA
anthraxik
Strong text, great music
Maestro
i like it
Cristina Nardinocchi
sandra <3
Alla Menethil
why is lady gaga @ suggestions? o.O
Your Dad
lol
Bóg jest jeden i jestem nim ja
no really?
Ophelia Lasombra
@JosephinneTchortAlla because youtube derped