Their music can be described as guitar-based singer-songwriter rock or folk-rock. It ranges from very delicate and intimate singer-songwriter songs to songs that are stronger, more active and louder. Sam’s smoky, enigmatic voice is the band's best known characteristic. In the seven years between The Great Subconscious Club and Almost Happy the music changed from raw and guitar-based to a more subtle and delicate sound. Sam and Gert write most of the music and lyrics. Most of it is written separately.
Sam mainly tries to express ideas in his songs, and has a hand in writing silly and tongue-in-cheek songs. Gert has one big theme: losing the one you love. While most of the songs are easily accessible and open, some others are strange and incomprehensible. This led Sam to comment: "Listening to the lyrics in the first time, you may find it hard to understand their meaning. When you listen to them a second time you may sense a basic truth in these cryptic words. If you do so, please let me know."
This band appeared in an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Doppelgangland) with the song Virgin State of Mind, leading to a boost in popularity.Their most popular song 'Not an addict' can be heard in the movie 'Wild things'.
K's Choice fifth studio album, "Echo Mountain" (after the studios where it was recorded - Echo Mountain Studios in North Carolina) was released on 26 March 2010, with singles "When I Lay Beside You" and "Come Live The Life" being released from the album.
2016 marked the band's first US tour in over 10 years, which the band releasing an accompanying sessions album - The Backpack Sessions later in the year.
In January 2017, the band released a stripped-back re-recording of "Not an Addict." It featured Skin of Skunk Anansie as a guest vocalist, who had previously performed the song live with the group on several occasions.
On 16 March 2018, the band released a live album entitled "Live at the Ancienne Belgique", recorded at a concert (in Dec 2017) in Brussels during the 25th Anniversary tour.
In May 2019, Sam Bettens came out as a trans man.
Believe
K's Choice Lyrics
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Knowing things I know I cannot be, not now
I'm so aware of where I am, but I don't know where that is
And there's something right in front of me and I
Touch the fingers of my hand
And I wonder if it's me
Holding on and on to Theories of prosperity
I believe in me
Tomorrow I was nothing, yesterday I'll be
Time has fooled me into thinking it's a part of me
Nothing in this room but empty space
No me, no world, no mind, no face
Touch the fingers of my hand and tell me if it's me
Holding on and on to Love, what else is real
A religion that appeals to me, oh
I believe in me
Can you turn me off for just a second, please
Turn me into something faceless, weightless, mindless, homeless
Vacuum state of peace
On and on and on and on and on and on and on and on
I believe in me
On and on and on and on and on and on and on and on
I believe in me
Wait for me, I'm nothing on my own
I'm willing to go on, but not alone, not now
I'm so aware of everything, but nothing seems for real and
As long as you're in front of me then I'll
I watch the fingers of our hands
And I'm grateful that it's me
Holding on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on
I believe in me
I'm willing to go on but not alone, not now
I'm so aware of everything
The lyrics of K's Choice's song "Believe" convey the idea of the importance of self-belief and self-worth, even in the midst of uncertainty and confusion. The singer of the song, as expressed through the lyrics, is searching for meaning, both within themselves and in the world around them. At times, they feel lost and unsure, but they also possess a sense of courage and bravery, as evidenced by the opening line "Bravely I look further than I see."
The lines "Touch the fingers of my hand and tell me if it's me, holding on and on to Love, what else is real, a religion that appeals to me, oh, I believe in me" suggest that the singer is seeking a connection to something deeper and more meaningful than what they currently experience in their life. The idea of 'Love' becomes a guiding force, although it's never made entirely clear what form that love might take. Perhaps it's self-love, or maybe the singer is searching for a larger, cosmic love.
Throughout the song, there's a sense of frustration and a longing for clarity, as emphasized by lines like "Can you turn me off for just a second, please, turn me into something faceless, weightless, mindless, homeless, vacuum state of peace." This desire to escape the physical and mental constraints of the world suggests that the singer is searching for something more profound than what they have thus far experienced in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Bravely I look further than I see
I am courageous enough to explore beyond my current horizon, despite not knowing what lies ahead.
Knowing things I know I cannot be, not now
I am aware of my limitations, and although I may desire to be something else, it is not feasible at this moment in time.
I'm so aware of where I am, but I don't know where that is
I am conscious of my physical location, but I'm unable to define where I am emotionally, mentally, or spiritually.
And there's something right in front of me and I,
I am aware of something significant in my immediate vicinity.
Touch the fingers of my hand
Physically touching my fingers to remind myself of my existence and reality.
And I wonder if it's me
I question if I am truly present and existing in this reality.
Holding on and on to Theories of prosperity
I am grasping onto beliefs that the future will be better and prosperous.
Someone who can promise me
I am searching for someone to provide me a guarantee for a better future.
I believe in me
Despite my uncertainty, I have faith in my own abilities and the hope for a brighter future.
Tomorrow I was nothing, yesterday I'll be
Time has a way of deceiving me into thinking that the past and future are more significant than the present moment.
Time has fooled me into thinking it's a part of me
I am tricked into believing that time is an integral part of my identity.
Nothing in this room but empty space
The physical surroundings seem meaningless and empty without any deeper significance.
No me, no world, no mind, no face
Without the sense of my own existence, nothing else exists in reality either.
Holding on and on to Love, what else is real
I cling to the belief that love is the only tangible reality amidst all the uncertainty.
A religion that appeals to me, oh
I am seeking comfort in a religion that resonates with me.
Can you turn me off for just a second, please
I yearn for a moment of escape or respite from my current state of mind.
Turn me into something faceless, weightless, mindless, homeless
To be released from the limitations of my identity and become free of earthly troubles.
Vacuum state of peace
A state of tranquility and absence of distractions or disturbances.
Wait for me, I'm nothing on my own
I am nothing without the support, presence, and love of others.
I'm willing to go on, but not alone, not now
I am ready to face the challenges ahead, but only with the presence and support of others.
I'm so aware of everything, but nothing seems for real
Despite my understanding and perception of my reality, I still feel a sense of detachment and unreality.
I watch the fingers of our hands
Observing the interconnectedness and unity of myself and others.
And I'm grateful that it's me
Thankful for the privilege of existing, despite all the uncertainties and struggles in life.
Holding on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on and on
Desperately holding onto faith, hope, and love, despite the countless setbacks and obstacles.
I believe in me
Despite everything, I have faith in myself and the capacity to overcome any challenge.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GERT BETTENS, SARAH BETTENS
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Corthyn
God... concerts were so much better before cell phones ruined crowds. This is amazing.
Ever The Singer
@Sonny Bakour don't think so, when you are growing with cellphones you are a completely different person generation, you are different in the mood, the way to think, the way to do things, you think about putting right away your nose onto your cellephones when you finish something. Maybe you are with your cellphone right now reading me, rather to atleast wait to be at home and turn on your computer like me. I only have my cell for wazapp because I don't have proper network at home and music when I am out. I have internet on my laptop plug on tv at home and it is completely enough with just one social media fb. It is too rare nowadays to find this. To find persons with whom you can talk without seeing a earplug connected with the cell or in the 5 min he/she check its cell...so yes She would not be an addict (and maybe that's a lie) but her life would have been different and mostly I think that the music would have never born.
Keven Carson
One of the greatest" Live Fucking Performance's EVER"!!!! It's so pure and raw, Untouched, Un Edited,, and In the moment.
This is what We went to Concert's to see! Fuckin WOW!!!
Urpichan
You understood everything♥️
Cruz Nina
❤❤❤
peedurr north
when you hear them, live and cant tell the difference between that and your cd at home....TRUE Talent!!
benwjohns
k's choice is boss. True artists. extremely creative and daring. not only that, live is better than recorded with their music!
Hannes Erwing
As much as I love K's Choice, they're my go-to place to be sad, like all the time. One of the best bands to be sad to, like ever.
Roel Horemans
But it has the same cathartic effect metal music has with regards to agression. You channel the feeling in such a strong way that it actually helps you out coping with the 'real thing'. That's the beauty of music and art in general. Shame that the importance of these creative outlets is being downplayed so often nowadays.
matthew herron
Alice in chains is pretty good for that too!