Ismo Alanko Säätiö was a Finnish rock group formed in 1997 led by Ismo Alan… Read Full Bio ↴Ismo Alanko Säätiö was a Finnish rock group formed in 1997 led by Ismo Alanko. The band featured an ever-changing lineup of musicians and can be considered an extension of Alanko's solo career. The band's name is Finnish for "Ismo Alanko Foundation".

Early Säätiö's sound was influenced by folk music and featured Kimmo Pohjonen's accordion in a prominent role. The band played songs from Alanko's earlier career with Hassisen Kone, Sielun Veljet and from his solo career, as well as original songs which were almost exclusively written by Alanko. Their music also had some progressive rock and classical influences. In later years they concentrated on more straightforward rock songs. The group disbanded in 2007, and Alanko began playing duet gigs with percussionist Teho Majamäki as Ismo Alanko Teholla.

Ilman seuraa
Ismo Alanko Säätiö Lyrics

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Anna mulle tähtitaivas,
Anna iskelmistä kuut.
Anna kaikki kuolleet sielut,
Jotka öisin rakastuu
Ilman seuraa,
Ilman seuraa.

Kun se kaikki vanha kunnon paska valuu niskaan,

Niin mä oon onnellinen.
Suihkukoppi raikaa,
Niin kuin vanhaan pahaan aikaan
Ja mä oon onnellinen.
Lauleskelen ja pyörähtelen,
Haavojani nuoleskelen
Ilman seuraa,
Ilman seuraa.

Hengitän muistoasi,
Nautiskelen varjosi.
Tunnustelen taskuja sielujen,
Estradille astelen
Ilman seuraa.

Ilman seuraa...
Ilman seuraa...

Overall Meaning

The Ismo Alanko Säätiö's song, "Ilman seuraa" talks about the feeling of loneliness and seeking comfort in one's solitude. The lyrics convey the thought of wanting the night sky, dancing and singing alone, and enjoying the company of the dead souls that come to life in the darkness of the night. The lines, "Anna mulle tähtitaivas, Anna iskelmistä kuut" (Give me the starry sky, give me the full moon), highlight the yearning for something bigger, invoking feelings of awe and transcendence during moments of isolation.

In the song, the singer also finds joy in mundane day-to-day activities like taking a shower, and singing, finding a way to experience inner peace even when surrounded by chaos. The lyrics in the line "Kun se kaikki vanha kunnon paska valuu niskaan, niin mä oon onnellinen" (When all the old good shit flows down the neck, then I am happy) underline the theme of finding comfort in discomfort.

"Ilman seuraa" is a melancholic and contemplative song that speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever felt alone, lost, and searching for meaning. The power of music to evoke a powerful emotional response in the listener is clear in this song's ability to reflect introspection, making it a timeless classic.

Line by Line Meaning

Anna mulle tähtitaivas,
I desire the beauty of the night sky, all its shining stars.

Anna iskelmistä kuut.
I want the romanticism of moonlight, just like in a love song.

Anna kaikki kuolleet sielut,
Give me all the lost souls, those who attach themselves to others in the dark.

Jotka öisin rakastuu
Who fall in love only during the night.

Ilman seuraa,
Without anyone else, solely by myself.

Ilman seuraa.
Without anyone else, solely by myself.

Kun se kaikki vanha kunnon paska valuu niskaan,
When all the usual crap starts to weigh down on me.

Niin mä oon onnellinen.
I'm still happy regardless.

Suihkukoppi raikaa,
The bathroom echoes with my singing.

Niin kuin vanhaan pahaan aikaan
Just like the old, dark days.

Ja mä oon onnellinen.
Still, I'm happy.