Their records have sold quite well in Finland, and Klamydia is also somewhat popular in Germany.
Current members are:
* Vesa ”Vesku” Jokinen (vocals)
* Jari ”Jakke”/”Shitsi” Helin (guitar)
* Sami ”Severi” Kohtamäki (bass)
* Riku Purtola (drums)
Their songs have often humorous content and lyrics, but as all punk, also deal with serious societal issues.
Baari
Klamydia Lyrics
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Tuo baari pieni iloinen, siellä tunnelma on lokoinen.
Turistikeskuksen uudessa baarissa.
Roikkuu kukkia bambukaarissa.
Kassakone iloisesti kilisee.
Vessassa pissa ränniin lirisee.
Ruuan tuoksu keittiöstä leijailee.
Tuo baari pieni iloinen, siellä tunnelma on lokoinen.
Tuo baari pieni iloinen, siellä tunnelma on lokoinen.
Humalakalja kauppansa tekee.
Sitä jopa alaikäiset hakee.
Rannalla kelpaa makoilla.
Siellä kivaa on jopa kakoilla.
Illalla alkaa rankasti sataa.
Juopuneet vaan rannalla makaa.
Tuon baarin mainetta ei kehuta aiheetta.
Tuon baarin mainetta ei kehuta aiheetta.
Aiheetta. Aiheetta. Aiheetta. Aiheetta.
The lyrics to Klamydia's song "Baari" paint a vivid picture of a small, cheerful bar in a tourist center. The atmosphere is described as "lokoinen," which can be translated to mean inviting, convivial, or cozy. The scene is set with details such as flowers hanging from bamboo arches, the happy jingle of the cash register, the aroma of food coming from the kitchen, and someone admiring themselves in the mirror in the bathroom.
The song takes a slightly darker turn as it goes on to describe how the bar sells alcohol to underage patrons and how people enjoy lounging on the beach, even defecating there. The last verse speaks of how the reputation of the bar isn't entirely undeserved, suggesting that perhaps there are negative aspects to this seemingly idyllic place.
The lyrics can be interpreted in different ways, but it's clear that Klamydia is commenting on the juxtaposition of the relaxed, carefree atmosphere of the bar with some of the less savory realities of life that can't be hidden away. It's as if the bar is a microcosm of society where everything is on display, warts and all.
Line by Line Meaning
Tuo baari pieni iloinen, siellä tunnelma on lokoinen.
In a new bar at a tourist center, flowers hang from bamboo arches and the cash register rings happily. The smell of food wafts from the kitchen and someone admires themselves in the mirror in the bathroom. The atmosphere is lively and carefree.
Humalakalja kauppansa tekee.
Cheap beer flows freely and even underage drinkers can easily get their hands on it.
Sitä jopa alaikäiset hakee.
Young people frequent the bar to indulge in its cheap alcohol.
Rannalla kelpaa makoilla.
The bar is located by the beach, making it an attractive spot for hanging out and lounging around.
Siellä kivaa on jopa kakoilla.
Even the dogs seem to be enjoying the beach and the lively atmosphere of the bar.
Illalla alkaa rankasti sataa.
As night falls, heavy rain sets in.
Juopuneet vaan rannalla makaa.
Despite the rain, intoxicated patrons remain lying on the beach.
Tuon baarin mainetta ei kehuta aiheetta.
The bar's reputation for a lively atmosphere and cheap alcohol is not unwarranted.
Aiheetta. Aiheetta. Aiheetta. Aiheetta.
The repetition of 'unwarranted' emphasizes the fact that the bar's reputation is well-earned.
Contributed by Savannah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.