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.
Kamelin alahampaat
Klamydia Lyrics
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jos sul on kipeenä puudeli
Meikä sun piskis fiksaa
lypsän sulta kunnon liksaa
Tuo hamstereita ja marsuja
tai vaikka saatana mursuja
Heppas koko peräsuolen
tutkin vaikka aromeihin kuolen
Kamelin alahampaita
mä komistan hiomakoneella
Saa kauniinpaa hymyä hakea
se on niin mairitteleva ja makea
Mä oon eläinlääkäri
en oo mikään turha suhari
No voi hellanduudeli
jos sul on kipeenä puudeli
Meikä sun piskis fiksaa
lypsän sulta kunnon liksaa
Tuo hamstereita ja marsuja
tai vaikka saatana mursuja
Heppas koko peräsuolen
tutkin vaikka aromeihin kuolen
Kamelin alahampaita... 2x
The lyrics of Klamydia's song "Kamelin alahampaat" are humorous and playful, revolving around the theme of a pseudo-animal doctor or veterinarian who promises to fix whatever pet problems one might have, specifically mentioning a sick poodle at the beginning of the song. The singer seems to be confident in their abilities, claiming they can milk one's pets for money, as well as perform unconventional treatments such as examining a horse's entire rectum. The chorus mentions the singer's willingness to beautify a camel's lower teeth with a grinding machine, for a more "flattering" and "sweet" smile. The lyrics, while comical, also play on the common stereotypes of vets being expensive and somewhat quack-like, especially in regards to alternative medicine practices.
The song's title is "Kamelin alahampaat", which translates to "The Lower Teeth of a Camel." The song was released in 1998 on the album "Huomenta Suomi", which translates to "Good Morning Finland". The song is in Finnish, as the band Klamydia is a Punk Rock band from Finland. Klamydia has been active since 1988 and are one of the most popular Finnish punk bands. They are known for their humorous and irreverent lyrics, as well as performing in costumes on stage. The song "Kamelin alahampaat" is a lesser-known song in their discography but has gained a cult following among fans for its absurdity and catchiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Voi hellanduudeli
Oh my gosh
jos sul on kipeenä puudeli
if your poodle is feeling sick
Meikä sun piskis fiksaa
I'll fix your little dog for you
lypsän sulta kunnon liksaa
I'll milk you for a good price
Tuo hamstereita ja marsuja
Bring me hamsters and guinea pigs
tai vaikka saatana mursuja
or even hedgehogs
Heppas koko peräsuolen
I'll check your horse's entire rectum
tutkin vaikka aromeihin kuolen
I'll examine it even if I die of the stench
kuoleeeeen
dyyyyying
Kamelin alahampaita
The lower teeth of a camel
mä komistan hiomakoneella
I'll grind them down with a grinding machine
Saa kauniinpaa hymyä hakea
You won't find a more beautiful smile
se on niin mairitteleva ja makea
it's so flattering and sweet
Mä oon eläinlääkäri
I'm a veterinarian
en oo mikään turha suhari
I'm not some useless fancy boy
no voi hellanduudeli
oh my gosh
jos sul on kipeenä puudeli
if your poodle is feeling sick
Meikä sun piskis fiksaa
I'll fix your little dog for you
lypsän sulta kunnon liksaa
I'll milk you for a good price
Tuo hamstereita ja marsuja
Bring me hamsters and guinea pigs
tai vaikka saatana mursuja
or even hedgehogs
Heppas koko peräsuolen
I'll check your horse's entire rectum
tutkin vaikka aromeihin kuolen
I'll examine it even if I die of the stench
Kamelin alahampaita... 2x
The lower teeth of a camel...2x
Contributed by Miles V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.