Herman Dune have worked with several other bands and singers such as Julie Doiron, Leah Hayes, and Laura Hoch.
Although the band has nine official albums, they have worked on many side projects, some of which include Kungen, Ben Haschish, Ben Dope, John Trawlings, Fountain Boats, Satan's Fingers, and Fast Ganz. They have also played as the backing band for recordings by Julie Doiron (ex-Eric's Trip) and Kimya Dawson (ex-Moldy Peaches). Both André and David-Ivar have also released numerous solo CDs (mostly self-released CDRs). André and David-Ivar each contributed a song to the 2006 album by Françoiz Breut, Une Saison Volée.
Official Site: www.hermandune.com
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Discography
Albums
* Turn Off The Light (2000, Prohibited Records)
* They Go To The Woods (2001, Shrimper)
* Switzerland Heritage (2001, Prohibited Records)
* The Whys And The Hows of Herman Düne & Cerberus Shoal (2002, North East Indie)
* Mas Cambios (2003, Track & Field Records)
* Mash Concrete Metal Mushrooms (2003, Shrimper Records)
* Not on Top (2005, Track & Field Records)
* Giant (2006)
* Next Year in Zion (2008)
* Strange Moosic (2011, City Slang)
Monkey Song
Herman Düne Lyrics
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They would have four hands and understand me
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
I wish my girlfriend was a monkey
With her four hands she would grab me at night
I would have her on a leash, climbing up to trees
And she could steal a lot of things for me
And they would pet her head
To make her feel fine
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
My best friend used to be a monkey
Now he's a neanderthal
He makes 4.50 an hour at the local mall
And i feel bad for him
Because we used to be best friend
And he's gotta wear that stupid hat
And it fucks with his pride
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
Monkey brain soup at a monkey brain party
Monkey man suit at a monkey man party
They're just like us but a little bit feeble
They're just like us but a little bit fecal
Monkeys are wild and monkeys are sweet
And they'll make a good petname
For someone you love
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
If some of my friends could be monkeys
They would have four hands and understand me
The "Monkey Song" by Herman Düne is a playful and whimsical tune reflecting on the idea of wishing certain friends could be monkeys. The first few lines suggest that if certain friends had four hands like monkeys, they would understand the singer better. The song goes on to say that the singer wishes his girlfriend was a monkey because he could keep her on a leash, have her climb trees, and steal things for him. He imagines showing her off to kids who would pet her head and love her.
The second verse tells the story of the singer's best friend who used to be a monkey but is now a neanderthal working at the mall. The singer feels bad for his friend, who has to wear a stupid hat that messes with his pride. The next few lines describe monkey brain soup and monkey man suits at monkey-themed parties, ending with the idea that monkeys are wild and sweet and make good pet names.
Overall, the song seems to be about the curious and childlike fascination with monkeys and how we often idealize their carefree and wild behavior. It also touches on themes of friendship and longing for understanding from loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
If some of my friends could be monkeys
If some people in my life were more intuitive and understanding of me
They would have four hands and understand me
They would have the capabilities to truly connect with me and my needs
I wish my girlfriend was a monkey
In a playful way, I wish my partner had the same deep level of understanding and connection with me as a monkey might
With her four hands she would grab me at night
She would be able to embrace and comfort me in a unique way
I would have her on a leash, climbing up to trees
In a playful fantasy, I imagine taking her on wild adventures and exploring new heights together
And she could steal a lot of things for me
Once again, in a playful way, I imagine the benefits of having a monkey-like companion who can help me acquire things I might need or want
I'd show her to some kids at night
In this imaginary scenario, I imagine sharing my unique companion with others, who might appreciate her in a different way
And they would pet her head
Children would enjoy connecting with my playful and loving companion
To make her feel fine
This highlights the mutual love and care shared between myself and my imaginary monkey companion
My best friend used to be a monkey
I once had a friend who I was very close with and had a deep connection to
Now he's a neanderthal
Sadly, I feel my friend has changed and lost some of the connection we once had
He makes 4.50 an hour at the local mall
My friend is now working a low-paying job that he may not feel fulfilled in
And i feel bad for him
I sympathize with my friend's situation and wish things were different for him
Because we used to be best friend
I remember the strong bond we once shared and miss that connection
And he's gotta wear that stupid hat
His job has forced him to conform to a certain dress code, which he may not enjoy or feel comfortable with
And it fucks with his pride
This detail further emphasizes the negative impact this job may have on my friend's self-esteem and sense of self-worth
Monkey brain soup at a monkey brain party
This surreal image emphasizes the playful and nonsensical nature of the song
Monkey man suit at a monkey man party
Another random and playful image of a party devoted to all things monkey-related
They're just like us but a little bit feeble
This line suggests that monkeys and humans are not so different, but monkeys may have some limitations or weaknesses in comparison
They're just like us but a little bit fecal
Another nonsense line that doesn't necessarily carry a deeper meaning, but emphasizes the playful and absurd nature of the song
Monkeys are wild and monkeys are sweet
This line suggests the complexity and variety of monkey personalities and characteristics
And they'll make a good petname
This line suggests that 'monkey' could be a fun and affectionate pet name for a loved one
Contributed by Micah O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.