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.
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Katzenjammer Lyrics
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I see a policeman is coming after me
'Cause he knows I'm breaking bad
I can't hide away my push pen anxiety
And the sirens makes me mad
Everybody in my head knows that I'm crazy
I push the envelope, I'm a rad
And all the people in my head thinks I'm racy
Oh my God
I can't see why he's always on my derriere
It must be super trooper hot
But when I look behind myself in the mirror
I kinda know that it is not
He's acting just like a Snuffleupagus
That makes my people uneasy
He's gonna win this chase again, win over us
In emo prison I'll be
'Cause you're an Alpha Dog
I'm just a Beta Baby
You know my heart is flogged
You bite till I get rabies
'Cause you're an Alpha Dog
I'm just a Beta Baby
You know my heart is flogged
You bite till I get rabies
Oh my God
Somebody hand out Hello Kitty first aid kit
'Cause my sweet bleedin' won't stop
I think this time we got us seriously bit
And my blood's already slopped
I'll be a brat, and you're a condescending brit
But she will share it with her crowd
You're a rabiafaw, and you know I love it
But I also know how
Now I'm the Alpha Dog
And you're the Beta Baby
You know my heart is flogged
And now my heart got rabies
'Cause I'm an Alpha Dog
And you can be the Beta, baby
And I'm about to slog
An underdog with rabies
'Cause I'm the Alpha Dog
And you can be the Beta, baby
You know my heart is flogged
And now my heart got rabies
'Cause I'm the Alpha Dog
And you can be the Beta, baby
And I'm about to slog
An underdog with rabies
The song "Oh My God" by Katzenjammer is a lively and upbeat tune that sounds happy on the surface, but the lyrics tell a different story. The song is essentially about a person who is being chased by the police because they are "breaking bad" and engaging in illegal activity. The singer's anxiety is palpable as he tries to hide away his "push pen anxiety," but it's no use. The police are on his trail, and he can hear the sirens getting closer.
As the song progresses, we get a glimpse into the singer's psyche as his anxiety turns into paranoia. He starts to feel like everyone in his head thinks he's crazy, and he describes the police officer chasing him as acting like a "Snuffleupagus." The singer knows that he's going to be caught, and he resigns himself to the fact that he'll end up in "emo prison."
The chorus of the song is where the real power lies. At the beginning, the singer is the "Beta Baby," and the police officer is the "Alpha Dog." But as the song goes on, the singer's attitude shifts, and he becomes the "Alpha Dog" himself. He takes control of the situation, and in the end, he's the one with the power.
Overall, "Oh My God" is a song about anxiety, paranoia, and the struggle for power. It's an upbeat tune with a serious message, and it's sure to get stuck in your head.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh my God
Expressing shock or surprise
I see a policeman is coming after me
I am being chased by a police officer
'Cause he knows I'm breaking bad
The police officer is chasing me because he knows I am doing something illegal
I can't hide away my push pen anxiety
I cannot control my nervousness and anxiety
And the sirens makes me mad
The sound of the police sirens is causing me to become angry
Everybody in my head knows that I'm crazy
I acknowledge that I am mentally unstable
I push the envelope, I'm a rad
I take risks and live dangerously
And all the people in my head thinks I'm racy
My reckless behavior is seen as dangerous by the voices in my head
Going, "Oh my God"
Continuing to express shock and disbelief
I can't see why he's always on my derriere
I don't understand why the police officer is always following me closely
It must be super trooper hot
The police officer must be bored or looking for something to do
But when I look behind myself in the mirror
When I check myself in the mirror, I see that I am at fault
I kinda know that it is not
I realize that it's not the police officer, but my actions that are causing this situation
He's acting just like a Snuffleupagus
The police officer is acting mysterious and unpredictable
That makes my people uneasy
This behavior is making the voices in my head anxious
He's gonna win this chase again, win over us
The police officer will catch me and arrest me, defeating my recklessness
In emo prison I'll be
If caught, I'll be locked up and depressed
'Cause you're an Alpha Dog
You are dominant and in control
I'm just a Beta Baby
I'm submissive and weak compared to you
You know my heart is flogged
You know that I am emotionally beaten and bruised
You bite till I get rabies
You push me until I become angry and irritable
Somebody hand out Hello Kitty first aid kit
Someone bring me a cute and comforting first aid kit
'Cause my sweet bleedin' won't stop
My emotional pain is too strong to ignore
I think this time we got us seriously bit
This situation has caused me significant emotional damage
And my blood's already slopped
I am already hurting and in pain
I'll be a brat, and you're a condescending brit
I'll behave badly and you'll be a snobby and rude British person
But she will share it with her crowd
The girl I'm with will tell everyone about my embarrassing behavior
You're a rabiafaw, and you know I love it
You are a passionate and intense person, and I enjoy it despite its consequences
But I also know how
However, I understand the risks and consequences of my actions
Now I'm the Alpha Dog
I have taken control and am now dominant
And you're the Beta Baby
You are now submissive and weak compared to me
And now my heart got rabies
However, my anger and irritability have increased
'Cause I'm the Alpha Dog
I am now the one in control
And you can be the Beta, baby
You are now submissive and weak compared to me
And I'm about to slog
I am going to work hard and do what it takes to maintain my dominance
An underdog with rabies
However, despite my current dominance, I still feel like an underdog who is fighting against my own emotions
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Anne Marit Bergheim, Marianne Sveen, Solveig Heilo, Turid Jørgensen
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Anna Lena
Goosebumps!! I saw them live and I'm an even greater fan ever since!
Della Blades
Ahhh, painfully exquisite... what I'd give to see these incredible women Live! If only a trip to the west coast of Canada ( Vancouver ) could be in the tour schedule -- a show by them would be unquestionably SOLD OUT!!!
PhantomDrums917
Impeccable vocals. Way to go girls!!!
Nonewhere Listens
This is a great band with multiple musical influences. Very talented.
Thom Blauvelt
Marianne sure has a fantastic voice
Oscar Reiners
wow I love them !!!!great song!!!!
rudirueffel
I've seen Katzenjammer yesterday in Hanau. This song was the highlight of an absolute great conzert.
Jason Bunting
For those that are interested, at the 1:24 mark, we're shown a verse of scripture displayed on the wall of the church, above and to the right of where they are playing: "Jesus spricht Wer da glaubet und getauft wird, der wird selig werden." This is a paraphrase of Mark 16:16, which, in full, reads "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned."
kaesenudeltopf
Pure awesomesauce. Catch them live, if you can!
FraeuleinApfel
The most touching thing I have ever heard in months.