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.
Typeryys
Klamydia Lyrics
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Kun hukut massaan,
Ei kukaan huomaa
Tätä luojan luomaa.
Niin tahdoin noihin
Lööppeihin otsikoihin,
Hinnalla ei väliä
Ja taas ja taas....
Typeryys myydään halvalla
Mut se tulee kalliiksi,
Sattuu omaa nilkkaan
Niinku huoran konkurssi,
Typeryys kuittaa velkansa
Aina tuplasti,
Kuormasta syövä maksaa saa
Taatun varmasti.
Voisko olla ikoni
Jos on apuna silikooni,
Saisko hommia mulkku
Jos panis julkkuu.
Kun paska lehtien
Kannet on sun peili kuva,
Ja sä luulet että
Et oo niin haavoittuva.
Ja taas ja taas....
Typeryys myydään halvalla
Mut se tulee kalliiksi,
Sattuu omaa nilkkaan
Niinku huoran konkurssi,
Typeryys kuittaa velkansa
Aina tuplasti,
Kuormasta syövä maksaa saa
Taatun varmasti.
The lyrics of Klamydia's song Typeryys reflect on the price of fame and the negative consequences that come with a desperate desire for attention. The song talks about the pressure to be constantly in the spotlight, to be noticed by the masses, regardless of how shallow the reasons for that attention might be. The first stanza speaks of the feeling of being overwhelmed by the masses, drowning in a sea of people, despite being a creation of God. The singer then goes on to say that they would do anything to be in the headlines, regardless of the cost. The chorus emphasizes the irony of this situation, where the cost of being foolishly visible eventually comes back to haunt the individual, as they suffer more than twice the debt they owe.
The second verse of the song touches on the role of appearances in attaining fame, where having a 'silicone aid' could be an easy symbol of being an 'icon.' It then alludes to the questionable lines that performers are willing to cross to stay in the limelight, even if it means selling themselves to less-than-respectable outlets. The final lines of the song point out the duality of public perception, with the image portrayed on magazine covers being far from the reality and the individual portrayed being just as vulnerable as anyone else.
Overall, Klamydia's song Typeryys can be interpreted as a warning against the perils of fame, encouraging individuals to focus on more lasting values rather than shallow attention and fleeting popularity.
Line by Line Meaning
Se sua niin rassaa Kun hukut massaan, Ei kukaan huomaa Tätä luojan luomaa.
You feel suffocated when you drown in the masses, and no one notices this creation of God that is you. It makes you feel uneasy and annoyed.
Niin tahdoin noihin Lööppeihin otsikoihin, Hinnalla ei väliä Pakko olla esillä.
I wanted to make it into the headlines at any cost, even if it meant paying for it. I had the urge to be in the spotlight all the time.
Typeryys myydään halvalla Mut se tulee kalliiksi, Sattuu omaa nilkkaan Niinku huoran konkurssi, Typeryys kuittaa velkansa Aina tuplasti, Kuormasta syövä maksaa saa Taatun varmasti.
Stupidity is sold cheaply, and it later comes at a high price. It hurts your own self-interest in the long run, just like a whore's bankruptcy. Stupidity always pays its debts twice over, and those who consume the burden will surely pay the price.
Voisko olla ikoni Jos on apuna silikooni, Saisko hommia mulkku Jos panis julkkuu.
Could I possibly become an icon if I had good silicone to support me? Would I get opportunities if I slept with celebrities?
Kun paska lehtien Kannet on sun peili kuva, Ja sä luulet että Et oo niin haavoittuva.
When the garbage on the covers of magazines reflects your image, you think that you are not so vulnerable, but in reality, you are.
Contributed by Chase A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.