The group's earliest incarnation included German drummer En Esch and British vocalist Raymond Watts, the latter of whom left and rejoined the group several times over its history. The trio recorded the band's earliest albums in Germany before Konietzko and Esch moved to the United States, where they found much greater success with seminal industrial record label Wax Trax!. German guitarist Günter Schulz joined in 1990; both he and Esch continued with the band until KMFDM broke up in 1999. Konietzko resurrected KMFDM in 2002 (Esch and Schulz declined to rejoin) on Metropolis Records, and by 2005 he had assembled a consistent line-up that included American singer Lucia Cifarelli, British guitarists Jules Hodgson and Steve White, and British drummer Andy Selway. Konietzko and Cifarelli moved back to Germany in 2007, while the rest of band stayed in the U.S. In addition to these core members, dozens of other musicians have worked with the group across its nineteen studio albums and two dozen singles, with sales totaling in excess of two million records worldwide.
Critics consider KMFDM to be one of the first bands to bring industrial music to mainstream audiences, though Konietzko refers to the band's music as "The Ultra-Heavy Beat". The band incorporates heavy metal guitar riffs, electronic music, samples, and both male and female vocals in its music, which encompasses a variety of styles including industrial rock and electronic body music (EBM). The band is fiercely political, with many of its lyrics taking stands against violence, war, and oppression. KMFDM normally tours at least once after every major release, and band members are known for their accessibility to and interaction with fans, both online and at concerts. Members, singly or working together and with other musicians, have recorded under many other names, primarily Watts' PIG, Konietzko's Excessive Force, and Esch and Schulz's Slick Idiot.
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---Current Members---
Sascha Konietzko – vocals, guitar, bass, programming, keyboards, synthesizer, percussion
Lucia Cifarelli – vocals, keyboards
Jules Hodgson – guitar, bass, keyboards
Andy Selway – drums
Steve White – guitar
---Former Members---
En Esch – vocals, drums, guitar, programming
Raymond Watts – vocals, programming
Günter Schulz – guitar, programming
Mark Durante – guitar, steel guitar
Tim Skold – vocals, guitar, bass, drums, programming
Classic KMFDM Discography (1984-1999)
---Studio Albums---
1984 - Opium
1986 - What Do You Know, Deutschland?
1988 - Don't Blow Your Top
1989 - UAIOE
1990 - Naïve
1992 - Money
1993 - Angst
1995 - Nihil
1996 - Xtort
1997 - Symbols
1999 - Adios
---Compilations---
1986 - 84-86 (compilation)
1994 - Naïve/Hell to Go (remix)
1996 - Retro (compilation)
1998 - Agogo (compilation)
---Singles---
1987 - Kickin' Ass
1988 - Don't Blow Your Top
1988 - More & Faster
1989 - Virus
1990 - Godlike
1991 - Naïve + The Days of Swine and Roses (split with My Life with the Thrill Kill Kult)
1991 - Split
1992 - Vogue
1992 - Money
1992 - Help Us/Save Us/Take Us Away
1992 - Sucks
1993 - A Drug Against War
1994 - Light
1994 - Glory
1995 - Juke Joint Jezebel
1995 - Juke Joint Jezebel (The Moroder Mixes)
1995 - Brute
1995 - Trust
1995 - Year of the Pig
1996 - Power
1996 - Rules
1997 - Anarchy
1998 - MDFMK
---Side Projects/Collaborations---
1991 - Excessive Force - Conquer Your House
1992 - Excessive Force - Conquer Your World
1992 - En Esch - Cheesy
1993 - Excessive Force - Blizkrieg
1994 - Excessive Force - Gentle Death
1994 - KMFDM vs. PIG - Sin Sex & Salvation
---Modern KMFDM Discography (2002-present)
---Studio Albums---
2002 - Attak
2003 - WWIII
2005 - Hau Ruck
2007 - Tohuvabohu
2009 - Blitz
2011 - WTF?!
2013 - Kunst
2014 - Our Time Will Come
2017 - Hell Yeah
2019 - Paradise
2022 - HYËNA
2024 - LET GO
---Compilations---
2002 - Strum & Drang Tour Live (live)
2004 - WWIII Live 2003 (live)
2006 - Ruck Zuck (remix)
2008 - Brimborium (remix)
2008 - Extra Vol. 1 (compilation)
2008 - Extra Vol. 2 (compilation)
2008 - Extra Vol. 3 (compilation)
2009 - Krieg (remix)
2010 - Würst (compilation)
2010 - Greatest Shit (compilation)
2014 - We Are KMFDM (live)
---Singles---
2002 - Boots
2010 - Day of Light
2010 - Godlike 2010
2010 - Light 2010
2011 - Krank
2011 - Amnesia
2014 - Salvation
---Side Projects/Collaborations---
2000 - MDFMK - MDFMK
2001 - Schweinstein - Schweinstein
2001 - Slick Idiot - DickNity
2002 - Schweinstein - Son of Schweinstein
2003 - Slick Idiot - ReDickUlous
2004 - Slick Idiot - Screwtinized
2004 - Lucia - From the Land of Volcanoes
2006 - Slick Idiot - xSCREWciating
2006 - KGC - Dirty Bomb
2009 - Slick Idiot - Sucksess
2009 - Skold vs. KMFDM - Skold vs. KMFDM
2011 - OK●ZTEIN●OK - PROLET●KULT
2014 - En Esch - SPÄNK
Take It Like A Man
KMFDM Lyrics
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Throw caution to the wind like we don't give a damn
I said me first it's fun to learn things new
I'm playing house in your backyard
And you don't stand a chance
Talk shout cat-fight show me what you got
'Cause I got the goods
Step aside
Take it like a man
Willy-nilly get your head out of your ass
Man-eater bird of prey
Get it while you can
The kind of girl that makes the balls turn blue
Suck it up like a champ on your knees
Here's some news for you
Tough talk hot stuff
Show me what you got
'Cause I got the ring
Get the picture
Step outside
Take it like a man
Tittle-tattle caught
Two time-a-cheatin'
Bad bad girl
Gonna give you a beatin'
Shut up! watch out
I'm not the type who'll take this lying down
The lyrics of KMFDM's song Take It Like A Man suggest a game of truth or dare with a sexual undertone. The singer is urging their partner to be bold and uninhibited as they take turns revealing their truths or taking risks with dares. The singer then asserts their dominance and declares that they will go first. They are excited by the prospect of gaining new knowledge and experience through this game, and they are eager to show their partner what they are made of.
As the song progresses, the tone becomes more aggressive and confrontational. The singer challenges their partner to a "cat-fight," suggesting a display of physical dominance and aggression. They boast about their own strength and prowess, urging their partner to "take it like a man." The singer describes themselves as a "man-eater bird of prey" and a "bad bad girl" who will not tolerate any disrespect or challenge to their power.
Overall, the song suggests a power struggle between two people engaged in a sexual relationship. The singer is eager to assert their own dominance and control, while challenging their partner to do the same. The lyrics are provocative and explicit, suggesting a high level of sexual tension and aggression.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's play a game of truth or dare
Let's do something risky and see who can be honest and bold
Throw caution to the wind like we don't give a damn
Let's not worry about consequences and just go for it
I said me first it's fun to learn things new
I want to take the lead and explore something new
I'm playing house in your backyard
I'm taking control and making this situation into my own game
And you don't stand a chance
You can't compete with me because I hold the power
Talk shout cat-fight show me what you got
Let's have a dramatic confrontation and see who can come out on top
'Cause I got the goods
I have what it takes to win this battle
Get the picture
Understand what I'm saying
Step aside
Get out of my way
Take it like a man
Accept your defeat with dignity
Willy-nilly get your head out of your ass
Stop being foolish and clueless
Man-eater bird of prey
I am a predator who preys on weak victims
Get it while you can
Take advantage of the situation before it's too late
The kind of girl that makes the balls turn blue
I am a dangerous and seductive woman
Suck it up like a champ on your knees
Endure this situation with resilience and strength
Here's some news for you
Listen up, I have something important to say
Tough talk hot stuff
You talk a big game but can you back it up?
'Cause I got the ring
I have the power and control in this situation
Tittle-tattle caught
You've been caught gossiping
Two time-a-cheatin'
You've been cheating on me
Bad bad girl
I am a naughty and rebellious woman
Gonna give you a beatin'
I am going to punish you for your wrongdoing
Shut up! watch out
Stop talking and be careful, I'm not someone to mess with
I'm not the type who'll take this lying down
I am not submissive, I will fight back against any disrespect
Contributed by Isaiah R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.