There are, at least, three bands named Katzenjammer:
1. A folk group fro… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, three bands named Katzenjammer:
1. A folk group from Oslo, Norway
2. A British piano musical comedy duo
3. The original name of Kyuss

1) A folk group from Oslo, Norway. Mixing a variety of musical styles with multi-instrumentalism, the band consists of Anne Marit Bergheim, Sol Heilo, Marianne Sveen and Turid Jørgensen. Most of their material is written by their friend Mats Rybø; however, the band also contribute songs written by themselves. The band is easily recognizable by their signature custom Balalaika bass with the face of a cat painted on it, echoing the true meaning of the band's name: "Katzenjammer" is a German word for "cat's wail" (and also a dated term for "hangover.")

Katzenjammer was formed by the four girls in 2005. They came to prominence NRK's "Urørt" project; a platform for up-and-coming bands and artists to showcase their material and win national exposure. They were also contestants on "Kjempesjansen", a Norwegian talent show. With their unique sound and exceptional live shows, Katzenjammer slowly but surely gained a reputation as an act to watch. In 2007, they held a concert at Norwegian Wood, a famous Norwegian music festival, as part of their Underwood line-up. The band eventually scored an underground hit with "A Bar in Amsterdam" and made it as far as the finals in Urørt's "Artist of the Year" awards.

Early in 2008, Katzenjammer served as support acts for various other Norwegian bands including Kaizers Orchestra, who had openly supported the band. Throughout their career, they have often been referred to by the media as a female Kaizers Orchestra, as both bands are famous for their eclectic musical style and energetic live shows. They also made several TV appearances. In October of that year, they released their first studio album, Le Pop. The album received many good reviews and the subsequent tour helped build a fanbase. The album was released in international markets with an altered tracklist in 2009.

Their second studio album, A Kiss Before You Go, is scheduled for official release on 9 September 2011. In anticipation of the album, the singles "When the Laughter's Gone" and "I Will Dance (When I Walk Away)" were released earlier that year. Former band member Marianne Sveen left the band in the beginning of 2016.
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2) A British piano musical comedy duo, since summer 2003, comprising two Royal College of Music graduates: Steven Worbey & Kevin Farrell. See: Katzenjammer.biz.

3) The original name of Kyuss.

Ain't No Thang
Katzenjammer Lyrics

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A n**** ready from the get go (blowe, blowe, blowe)
Y'all hear my s*** go, it's Andre. Can yo punk a** come out to play?
Stay in your little hole, then coward duck your head
You don't know who you be f***in with you'se better off...dead

Is what I say, best run the other way
In case of physical breakdown...y'all can break now
My kitchen full of heat, if you can't take the temp

Make yourself exempt

P**** footin' around don't be gettin' y'all nowhere but stuck
Nowhere to duck, pull his file, n****z die
By gettin' blasted, how drastic
They got the nerve to ask me why I do the things I do

I got the nerve to serve you up just like a raider do, but naw (naw, naw)
I take that back, that's my problem
Turnin' and walkin' away, this ain't goin' work when they be robbin'
As long as Big Boi's still livin', never standin' by my lonesome
Step up n****, if you want some

[Chorus: x2]
Ain't no thang but a chicken wang
We havin' a smoke out in the Dungeon with the Mary Jane
It's just a pimps (players), Mack daddies (East Point)
It's all about that ses in yo chest (It's the joint)

Well n****, you softer than silicone, used to pump up tits
It's that n**** down in the Dungeon with them playeristic hits
I'm quick to stop a sucka flow like menopause, it's the
Original ghetto bastard, so now I makes a switch

I used to sell dope, but in 1994
I'm makin Southern playalisti cadillacmuzik
But see these voices in my skull has got me reminiscin'
About the days back when me mammy had to work in kitchens

She had me makin' better grades to make a better life
But I never had no love or respect, 'cause we goin' be alright
I ran the streets and broke my curfew 'cause I gave a s***
I carried guns and butcher knives 'cause I was steadily in the mix, yeah

It was so hard to say goodbye, I'm a man now
I'm at the end of my street, so it's time to take my stand now
I call the wild because it's time to take the streets
So if you ain't got the burner, bring your big enough nuts (retreat)

I'm ready to wet 'em up like cereal
Just an international playa, comin' through your stereo

[Chorus: x2]

3-5-7 to your fo'head, there'll be mo' dead
'Cause I'm a po' kid
So Lord forgive me, I got to keep my milly right here near me
When I be doin fine until these n****z want to clear me off my street

But in my hood hood, they hollerin' ghetto
Don't have no neighbors that hit the pipe but never let go
But I feel for them like Chaka Khan feel for you
Ain't s*** that we can do but rest in peace, pour a brew

On the concrete, remember when we ran deep
Remember at the party when we served them n****z dandy
They know not to test us, test me, do me, try me
Trippin with that drama, my Beretta's right beside me

One is in mid-air and one is the chamber
Y'all ask me what the f*** I'm doin', I'm releasin' anger
Quick to dodge danger, I'm takin' it one day
At a time, I got the fattest dimes around my way

You can sway with Andre, I'll take her to the ho-jo, b****
Just let you know, yeah

[Chorus: x2]

It's on my friend, on the road again, I'm travelin'
No more than 65 on 85 off in my Cadillac
I got that n**** Dre, he ridin' shotgun
And got my pump under my seat, in case these yougstas want to have some fun

I'd do it if I have to, bustin' caps with this a heat and load it clip up after clip
And after again, if I feel it
The glock, the gat, the nine, the heaters
See I be bustin' caps like my amp be bustin' speakers

So how do you figure that Big Boi beats ghetto blastin
You 'posed to be quickest draw, but man, I hail 'em faster
1-2-3, you need to think about the future
Before I shoot your a** and dilute your gut with lead

From my hollow clips, I'll send you to an early grave
You f***in slave, you better try another way
To take me out, is truly something difficult
Don't even run up on me, unless you want your brain broke

I'm out of bullets lettin' loose my last clip
I'm a kick you in your a** and your n**** gettin' pistol whipped
You know that's how I do, you know that's how I do

[Chorus: x2]

Yeah and it don't stop and it don't quit, to the muthaf***in'...
Organized Noize, PA, Goodie Mob, Big Gipp and all the n****z
Around the East Point way
College Park is really on the map

We comin' around Atlanta and the n****z are really strapped

With the muthaf***in guns and the muthaf***in glocks
Steady is the gas n****, don't fear it and it don't stop

Overall Meaning

In the song Ain't No Thang, Andre 3000 and Big Boi from OutKast take turns rapping about their life experiences, from growing up in poor neighborhoods to making music. The song is a tribute to their Atlanta-based crew, Organized Noize, with whom they worked on their debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik. The chorus, "ain't no thang but a chicken wang," is a slang expression meaning that something is easy or insignificant.

The first verse is a warning to anyone who dares to challenge Andre 3000, who calls himself an "international playa" and boasts about his arsenal of weapons. In the second verse, Big Boi explains how he turned his life around by making music and reflects on his difficult upbringing. The final verse is a showcase of the duo's lyrical skills, with Big Boi rapping about his favorite guns and Andre 3000 bragging about his sexual prowess.

The song's beat is a simple loop of a guitar riff and a drum beat, but the rhymes are complex and densely packed, showcasing OutKast's talent for wordplay and storytelling. The song's lyrics have been praised for their vivid imagery and social commentary.

Line by Line Meaning

A n**** ready from the get go (blowe, blowe, blowe)
I am prepared and determined from the very beginning

Y'all hear my s*** go, it's Andre. Can yo punk a** come out to play?
I'm Andre, and my music is making waves. Are you brave enough to face me?

Stay in your little hole, then coward duck your head
If you hide and cower, you won't have to face your fears

You don't know who you be f***in with you'se better off...dead
You underestimate me, and it could cost you your life

Is what I say, best run the other way
I suggest you flee in the opposite direction

In case of physical breakdown...y'all can break now
If things get tough, you'll be the first to crumble

My kitchen full of heat, if you can't take the temp
I have plenty of firepower, and if you can't handle it

Make yourself exempt
Remove yourself from the situation to avoid harm

P**** footin' around don't be gettin' y'all nowhere but stuck
Being indecisive won't lead you anywhere but in a stagnant position

Nowhere to duck, pull his file, n****z die
With no escape and facing the consequences, people meet their demise

By gettin' blasted, how drastic
They meet their end by being fatally shot, which is a harsh reality

They got the nerve to ask me why I do the things I do
Despite witnessing the consequences, they still question my actions

I got the nerve to serve you up just like a raider do, but naw (naw, naw)
I have the audacity to defeat and conquer you like a skillful warrior, but I choose not to

I take that back, that's my problem
I realize that my approach may be my own downfall

Turnin' and walkin' away, this ain't goin' work when they be robbin'
Avoiding confrontation and leaving won't solve anything, especially in dangerous situations

As long as Big Boi's still livin', never standin' by my lonesome
As long as my partner Big Boi is there, I won't face challenges alone

Step up n****, if you want some
If you're seeking confrontation, then come face me directly

Ain't no thang but a chicken wang
It's nothing more than a minor issue or challenge

We havin' a smoke out in the Dungeon with the Mary Jane
We are relaxing and enjoying a gathering with marijuana in a comfortable environment

It's just a pimps (players), Mack daddies (East Point)
We are simply a group of smooth and confident individuals from East Point, Georgia

It's all about that ses in yo chest (It's the joint)
We are focused on creating music that will uplift and energize our listeners

Well n****, you softer than silicone, used to pump up tits
You are weak and lack substance, like silicone used in breast augmentation

It's that n**** down in the Dungeon with them playeristic hits
I am the person responsible for creating the successful and player-like music from the Dungeon

I'm quick to stop a sucka flow like menopause, it's the
I can easily shut down a weak rapper's flow like the cessation of menstruation during menopause

Original ghetto bastard, so now I makes a switch
I am an authentic individual raised in a rough neighborhood, and now I'm changing my approach

I used to sell dope, but in 1994
In the past, I was involved in drug dealing, but by 1994

I'm makin Southern playalisti cadillacmuzik
I am producing and releasing music that represents the unique Southern culture and lifestyle

But see these voices in my skull has got me reminiscin'
The thoughts and memories in my mind make me reflect on my past

About the days back when me mammy had to work in kitchens
I think about the times when my mother had to work hard in kitchens to support our family

She had me makin' better grades to make a better life
She encouraged me to excel academically for a brighter future

But I never had no love or respect, 'cause we goin' be alright
Even though I didn't receive affection or respect, I believe we will overcome our struggles

I ran the streets and broke my curfew 'cause I gave a s***
I rebelled against rules and stayed out late because I cared about living life my own way

I carried guns and butcher knives 'cause I was steadily in the mix, yeah
I carried weapons like guns and knives because I was involved in dangerous situations and conflicts

It was so hard to say goodbye, I'm a man now
Parting ways from the past was difficult, but now I have grown into a mature adult

I'm at the end of my street, so it's time to take my stand now
I have reached a turning point in my life, and I must make a firm decision now

I call the wild because it's time to take the streets
I embrace my wild nature as I prepare to face the challenges of the streets

So if you ain't got the burner, bring your big enough nuts (retreat)
If you are not armed, you better have a strong and courageous spirit, or else you should retreat

I'm ready to wet 'em up like cereal
I am prepared to shoot and harm my enemies

Just an international playa, comin' through your stereo
I am a renowned and influential player, as my music is heard around the world through speakers

3-5-7 to your fo'head, there'll be mo' dead
I will shoot you in the forehead with a .357, resulting in more casualties

'Cause I'm a po' kid
Because I come from a poor background

So Lord forgive me, I got to keep my milly right here near me
I ask for forgiveness from the Lord as I must keep my firearm close for protection

When I be doin fine until these n****z want to clear me off my street
I am doing well until these individuals attempt to remove me from my neighborhood through violence

But in my hood hood, they hollerin' ghetto
In my neighborhood, they refer to themselves as being from the streets or the ghetto

Don't have no neighbors that hit the pipe but never let go
My neighbors are heavily involved in drug use and addiction

But I feel for them like Chaka Khan feel for you
I have empathy for them, similar to how Chaka Khan feels for her listeners

Ain't s*** that we can do but rest in peace, pour a brew
There is nothing we can do but honor their memory and drink in their honor

On the concrete, remember when we ran deep
On the streets, I reminisce about the times when we were united and powerful

Remember at the party when we served them n****z dandy
I recall the moment at the party when we outsmarted and defeated our enemies

They know not to test us, test me, do me, try me
They are aware of the consequences of challenging us, testing my limits, or attempting to harm me

Trippin with that drama, my Beretta's right beside me
Engaging in unnecessary conflicts brings trouble, but I have my Beretta firearm ready for protection

One is in mid-air and one is the chamber
One bullet is already shot, and another is ready to be fired from the gun

Y'all ask me what the f*** I'm doin', I'm releasin' anger
You question my actions, but I am expressing and releasing my pent-up anger

Quick to dodge danger, I'm takin' it one day
I am skilled at avoiding dangerous situations, but I am still living day by day

At a time, I got the fattest dimes around my way
I have attractive and desirable women in my neighborhood

You can sway with Andre, I'll take her to the ho-jo, b****
You can dance and enjoy my music, but I will take her to the Howard Johnson hotel, you insignificant person

Just let you know, yeah
I'm making it clear to you

It's on my friend, on the road again, I'm travelin'
I'm determined and ready to go, hitting the road, and traveling

No more than 65 on 85 off in my Cadillac
I'll drive cautiously at a maximum speed of 65 mph on Highway 85 in my Cadillac

I got that n**** Dre, he ridin' shotgun
I have my partner Dre sitting in the passenger seat

And got my pump under my seat, in case these yougstas want to have some fun
I have a shotgun concealed under my car seat, in case these young individuals want to cause trouble

I'd do it if I have to, bustin' caps with this a heat and load it clip up after clip
I am willing to shoot if necessary, firing bullets rapidly with my hot firearm and reloading magazines

And after again, if I feel it
And I'll do it again, if I perceive a threat

The glock, the gat, the nine, the heaters
I possess various types of firearms, including a Glock, a Gatling gun, a 9mm, and other powerful weapons

See I be bustin' caps like my amp be bustin' speakers
I shoot and release bullets with the same intensity as the loud music from my amplifier

So how do you figure that Big Boi beats ghetto blastin
Do you comprehend the fact that Big Boi's music is intense and powerful, like a ghetto explosion?

You 'posed to be quickest draw, but man, I hail 'em faster
You claim to be a fast shooter, but I shoot even quicker than you

1-2-3, you need to think about the future
You should consider the consequences and implications of your actions

Before I shoot your a** and dilute your gut with lead
Think twice before I shoot you and fill your guts with bullets

From my hollow clips, I'll send you to an early grave
Using my hollow-point bullets, I will send you to an untimely death

You f***in slave, you better try another way
You weak individual, you should consider alternative methods to confront me

To take me out, is truly something difficult
Eliminating me is a challenging task

Don't even run up on me, unless you want your brain broke
Do not approach me unless you desire a severe head injury

I'm out of bullets lettin' loose my last clip
I have exhausted all my bullets and emptying my final magazine

I'm a kick you in your a** and your n**** gettin' pistol whipped
I will deliver a forceful kick to your buttocks and physically assault your accomplice with my pistol

You know that's how I do, you know that's how I do
You are aware that this is my modus operandi, this is how I operate

Yeah and it don't stop and it don't quit, to the muthaf***in'...
This momentum will not cease and will continue relentlessly to the very end

Organized Noize, PA, Goodie Mob, Big Gipp and all the n****z
I acknowledge and mention the individuals from Organized Noize, PA, Goodie Mob, and Big Gipp

Around the East Point way
Representing the East Point area

College Park is really on the map
College Park has made a significant impact and gained recognition

We comin' around Atlanta and the n****z are really strapped
We are approaching Atlanta, and the individuals there are well-armed and prepared

With the muthaf***in guns and the muthaf***in glocks
They possess numerous firearms and powerful handguns

Steady is the gas n****, don't fear it and it don't stop
They are constantly ready for action, so don't be afraid because this momentum won't end

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Andre Benjamin, Antwan Patton, Patrick Brown, Raymon Murray, Rico Wade

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