In 1993, the band released their first single, Rising High. The track was extensively played in clubs and sold over 10,000 copies without a video or any advertising whatsoever.
The band rose to fame with their successful first album Time To Move, released in 1994. Part of this success was due to MTV and their repeated airplay of the videos for the "Risin' High" and "Move" singles. H-Blockx earned a nomination for "Best Breakthrough Artist" at the following MTV music awards (but lost to Dog Eat Dog). With the help of the singles "Risin' High", "Move", and "Little Girl" their debut album spent 62 weeks in the German album chart, selling over 750,000 copies worldwide, and earning the band their first gold album.
H-Blockx is still active to this day and are regularly releasing new albums, though none of them have caught the public or MTV's eye like "Time To Move" did. However, they had a minor hit in 2002 with a cover of Snap!'s "The Power".
Albums
* 1994 - Time to Move
* 1996 - Discover My Soul
* 1998 - Fly Eyes
* 1999 - Bang Boom Bang (Movie Soundtrack)
* 2000 - Ring Of Fire
* 2002 - Get in the Ring
* 2002 - Live
* 2004 - No Excuses
* 2004 - More than a Decade: The Best of H-Blockx
* 2007 - Open Letter to a Friend
Current members
* Henning Wehland: Vocals
* Tim Humpe: Guitar
* Steffen Wilmking: Drums
* Stefan "Gudze" Hinz: Bass
Past members
* Dave Gappa: Vocals
* Fabio Trentini: Bass
* Johann-Christop "Mason" Maass: Drums
* Marco Minnemann: Drums
* Martin "Dog" Kessler": Drums
www.h-blockx.de
Go Freaky
H-Blockx Lyrics
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It's our style our line and our music that we show
Just listen to the beat and a little later you will know
It's really freaky funky stuff and honest too
Forget the shit that you hear and you see
Every night and day on your color TV
Just listen to peppers pray across the land
They're really freaky funky and no beat box band
Chorus:
Go freaky - in the world we're livin'
Go freaky - 'cause funk does begin
Go freaky - in the world we're livin'
Go what - go freaky!
No matter where we are and no matter where we go
It's our style our line and our music that we show
One of our dreams so it seems is to support a pepper show
Only meet these guys and let the people know
That they're the best of the west and harder than the rest
Smooth you might think and honest we know
Now listen to the beat 'cause Mason's gonna go
Chorus
The lyrics to H-Blockx's "Go Freaky" are all about celebrating their unique style and music, urging listeners to forget about the mainstream "shit" they hear and see on their TVs and instead embrace something truly funky and honest. The opening lines emphasize the band's steadfast commitment to their own sound and the way it sets them apart: "No matter where we are and no matter where we go / It's our style our line and our music that we show." The song encourages listeners to tune into the beat and pay attention to the way the music unfolds, promising that it's "really freaky funky stuff and honest too," unlike the generic beat box band that apparently dominates the airwaves.
The band's enthusiasm for their chosen genre is evident throughout the song, and they make it clear that they don't care about fitting in with anyone else's expectations: "Go freaky - in the world we're livin' / Go freaky - 'cause funk does begin / Go freaky - in the world we're livin' / Go what - go freaky!" They want listeners to join them in their celebration of "freaky" tunes and the freedom that comes from embracing something new and different.
Line by Line Meaning
No matter where we are and no matter where we go
Our music is our identity and it stays with us regardless of the place or situation we find ourselves in.
It's our style our line and our music that we show
We express ourselves through our unique sound and showcase our artistic integrity for all to hear.
Just listen to the beat and a little later you will know
By immersing yourself in the music, you'll come to appreciate its complex and funky nuances.
It's really freaky funky stuff and honest too
Our music is raw, original, and emotive - a true expression of our souls.
Forget the shit that you hear and you see
Tune out the superficial and manufactured mainstream music propaganda.
Every night and day on your color TV
The media force-feeds you stale and unoriginal content 24/7.
Just listen to peppers pray across the land
Tune into the natural rhythm of the world, listen to the earth, and connect with it through our music.
They're really freaky funky and no beat box band
Our sound is unmatched by anything you've ever heard - we are not your average, run-of-the-mill beat box band.
Chorus: Go freaky - in the world we're livin'
Embrace the weirdness and the unconventional in the world we live in.
Go freaky - 'cause funk does begin
Funk is the genesis of all great music - don't be afraid to let loose and groove to it.
Go freaky - in the world we're livin'
Take the plunge into the weird and the wonderful without hesitation.
Go what - go freaky!
What are you waiting for? Let your freak flag fly and dance to the funky beat!
One of our dreams so it seems is to support a pepper show
As artists, we aspire to collaborate and support other musicians in our community and beyond - this is what fuels our passion.
Only meet these guys and let the people know
Introduce the world to these talented musicians and spread the word about their music.
That they're the best of the west and harder than the rest
This particular group of artists is the cream of the crop - they are the most talented, unique, and authentic musicians in the west and beyond.
Smooth you might think and honest we know
Our music may seem effortless and smooth, but it is born from a place of honesty, authenticity, and passion.
Now listen to the beat 'cause Mason's gonna go
Prepare yourself for some mind-blowing beats and unique soundscapes, as our talented drummer takes center stage.
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@olafkrause5654
Echt schade das es sie so...mit der Musik nicht mehr gibt 🤘
@karolflis187
This song + Rising High was the reason I bought a legal copy of this album.
@johannes2731
Very good song
@fritzduerst1875
Echt Heiss , Danke jungs!!
@cero815
me neither :)