When anyone refers to Germany, they always use the cliché that they make ev… Read Full Bio ↴When anyone refers to Germany, they always use the cliché that they make everything crude, but durable; correct, but without soul. Well, International Pony is a good example of the perfect knowledge of technique without spirit. I mean, does anyone doubt that its three members know how to make music, but do they convey anything with it?

The background of DJ Koze, Cosmic DJ and Erobique demonstrates the solid training that has helped them to realise their dream. For example, the former is a well-known producer in his country, has remixed Blunfeld and Chicks on speed and has two albums out, Music is okay and Plattenmeister, the latter with his side project Adolf Noise. Cosmic DJ's solid rhythmic training in various schools in his country stands out. While Erobique has killed time with a solo album, Erosounds, and as a newspaper cartoonist, all this after having received a good musical education based on the piano and having belonged to ska, soul and jazz bands.

But they have also forged their own legend by proclaiming to the four winds that they met on a Fischmob tour back in 1998 and that, curiously, they realised that their souls were soul mates (soul lovers) and decided to lock themselves in a Berlin hotel room to, oh, miracle, come out three days later with three vinyls under their arms. From there, remixes for Tocotronic, Bob Sinclair and Deejay Punkrock and their debut: We love music.

An album full of soulless soul, good arrangements and little to highlight except for the collaboration with the Angelino hip hop trio Stepchild on "Hangin' around", one of the few floats on an album that will soon sink into general mediocrity. All amidst old school funk like in "International pony theme" or "Superyou" and electronic jazz like in "Meet some friends".

And to top it all off, the best part of the album is a remix by Akufen -one of the best electronic music has produced in recent years- entitled "Leaving home" and an attempt to get closer to his style, such as "A new bassline for José", which includes a telephone conversation between a supposed radio announcer and a listener in Barcelona.

These Germans will never stop dreaming of sunshine and a good Cruzcampo.

Pony The Funk
International Pony Lyrics

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I'm just a bachelor and I'm looking for a partner
soneone who knows how to ride
without even falling off
gotta be compatible
takes me to my limit girl when I break you off
I promise that you won't wanna get off
i want it lets do it ride it
my pony

my saddle

baby

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to International Pony's song Pony the Funk seems to be a sexual innuendo or metaphor for finding a compatible and adventurous partner. The opening line "I'm just a bachelor and I'm looking for a partner" suggests that the singer is seeking someone to join him in his single lifestyle. The rest of the verse focuses on the idea of the partner knowing how to ride without falling off, which can be interpreted in the sexual sense of being able to handle being physically intimate without any awkward or uncomfortable moments. The idea of being compatible is perhaps the most crucial element of the verse, as it suggests that the singer wants someone who can match their sexual desires and push them to their limits. The line "when I break you off" can be interpreted as a reference to the partner who is capable of taking the singer to their sexual climax. The rest of the song continues with this sexual innuendo, with the chorus stating "gotta let your soul glow/let your body move" which can be seen as an exhortation not to hold back in the sexual encounter.

The lyrics may also be a reference to the 1992 films "Boomerang" by Eddie Murphy, where the lead character sings this song to his date in karaoke. This correlates with the sexual innuendos found in the song's lyrics. Overall, the song is an energetic and funky dance track that leans heavily on 70s funk influences. The lyrics are bold, upfront and straight to the point, making it a favorite among party-goers and clubbers.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm just a bachelor and I'm looking for a partner
I am currently single and searching for a compatible companion.

Someone who knows how to ride without even falling off
I am looking for someone who can handle the ups and downs of a relationship without giving up on us.

Gotta be compatible
Our personalities and interests must complement one another.

Takes me to my limit girl when I break you off
When we engage in sexual activities, it should push me to my limits.

I promise that you won't wanna get off
The connection and pleasure between us should be so intense that you won't want to end it.

I want it lets do it ride it
I am enthusiastic and eager to make our relationship work.

My pony
Referring to himself or his sexual drive.

My saddle
His partner that he will ride towards and create a deeper connection with.

Baby
A term of endearment towards his future partner.

Contributed by Isaac D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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