Kokoshca was founded by Amaia Tirapu and Iñaki López, in 2008 in Pamplona. … Read Full Bio ↴Kokoshca was founded by Amaia Tirapu and Iñaki López, in 2008 in Pamplona. Its name comes from the phonetic distortion of the Austrian painter Oskar Kokoschka.

At first they were a duo and thus created their first album Únete a Kokoshca (ByP, 2008) released by the Madrid label Birra y Perdiz, cradle of other emerging bands of the moment such as Espanto, Antonna (leader of Los Punsetes) or La Otra Gloria. In this first album, the musician Antonio Luque from Sr Chinarro collaborates on the song Azul metal.

Javier Aznárez left the group in 2013, bringing in Álex López and Iñigo Andión, thus turning Kokoshca into a quartet. This year they recorded their third album Hay una Luz (Ayo SIlver, 2013) which is well received in the specialized press12 and stands out on the list of the best albums of the year 20133 in media such as Jenesaispop or Rockdelux among others. Their preview single is Directo a tu corazón, which is accompanied by a video clip made by filmmaker Víctor Iriarte. This song is the number 2 national song of the year selected by readers for Rockdelux magazine. On this album, the collaboration of the Barricada singer El Drogas4 stands out in the last cut of the album titled "Las flores del fin del mundo."

In 2016 they signed with the Madrid label Sonido Muchacho, home of musicians such as Carolina Durante and Hinds. Kokoshca release the 7” vinyl single titled Corazón Caliente / Corazón de Hielo (Sonido Muchacho, 2016). With this work they began an international tour participating in the Latin Alternative Music Festival in New York, along with other Spanish bands,5 such as Joe Crepúsculo or Izal.

In 2018 they published El Mal, their fifth album recorded at Garate Studios by Kaki Arkarazo, a musician from groups such as Kortatu or Negu Gorriak and who has been a producer for numerous musical artists such as Amparo Sánchez (Amparanoia), Soziedad Alcohólika or Manta Ray among others. El Mal is selected by Hipersónica magazine as the best album of 2018 and is highlighted in the list of the best of the year by specialized media.

In 2019 they presented their single "Amor Adolescente / Cumpleaños Feliz" (Sonido Muchacho, 2019) on digital platforms.15 That same year, Amaia Tirapu collaborates with Los Planetas,16 singing the song Espíritu Olimpico in the concert that the group from Granada performed in Sacromonte.

In May 2021 they released their sixth album simply titled "KOKOSHCA" which is a finalist, once again, for the Premio Ruido. One of his singles "ASIA (Song for Iñaki Ochoa de Olza)" dedicated to the memory of the Navarrese mountaineer who died in Annapurna, is selected by Cadena Ser as the third best song of the year.17 Another of his advances, "Regresando to the city" is the third best song of the year for Rockdelux.

At the beginning of 2023 they published the EP Nuestro Futuro (Sonido Muchacho, 2023). In this new work, Kokoshca incorporates electronic elements into his tested formula. The collaborations with rappers such as Erik Urano from Valladolid or Kiliki Frexko from Pamplona from Chill Mafia stand out. In January of that same year they went to Groningen (Netherlands) to perform at the Eurosonic Noorderslag festival.
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Seguiremos en Pie
Kokoshca Lyrics

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Yo estaba muerto
Pero al final desperté y aquí estoy de nuevo.
Cuando pensé que aquel vendaval, todo iba a destrozar
Cuando sentí que me iba fatal
Permanecí, siempre en pie.
Yo estaba enfermo
Pero al final sané y ahora soy un hombre nuevo
Cuando pensé que aquel vendaval, todo iba a destrozar

Cuando sentí que me iba fatal
Permanecí, siempre en pie.
Yo estaba muerta
Pero al final desperté y aquí estoy de nuevo.
Yo estaba enferma
Pero al final sané y soy una mujer nueva
Como un árbol en la tormenta
O una mujer en la guerra
Infinitas madreselvas
Que se enredan entre rejas
Como un creyente con su fe
O el chino de Tiananmen
Como la torre Eifell
Por los siglos de los siglos

Seguiremos erguido
Seguiremos en pie

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Seguiremos en Pie" by Kokoshca convey a powerful message of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. The singer reflects on moments of struggle and despair, stating that they felt dead or sick at times, but ultimately managed to wake up, heal, and emerge stronger than before. The recurring imagery of a fierce storm threatening to destroy everything serves as a metaphor for life's challenges and hardships. Despite feeling like things were going terribly wrong, the singer emphasizes the importance of standing firm and refusing to be defeated.

The first two paragraphs depict the singer's personal journey of overcoming obstacles and finding inner strength. Despite feeling overwhelmed and defeated by life's trials, they managed to hold onto their resilience and resolve to keep moving forward. The lyrics suggest a transformation from a state of despair to a renewed sense of purpose and self-worth. By highlighting the contrast between feeling dead or ill and ultimately awakening or healing, the singer emphasizes the power of resilience and the capacity to reinvent oneself in the face of adversity.

The next two paragraphs shift the focus to a broader perspective, referring to both male and female experiences of resilience. The image of a tree in a storm or a woman in war symbolizes the ability to withstand challenges and emerge stronger on the other side. The mention of "infinitas madreselvas" (endless honeysuckles) that tangle amidst bars conveys a sense of beauty and resilience in the face of confinement or limitations. The references to a believer with their faith, the "chino de Tiananmen" (an allusion to the Tank Man in the Tiananmen Square protests), and the Eiffel Tower suggest universal symbols of steadfastness and endurance.

In the final lines, the singer declares a steadfast commitment to standing tall despite the trials and tribulations that may come their way. The repeated refrain of "Seguiremos en pie" (We will remain standing) encapsulates the theme of resilience and determination that pervades the song. The mention of iconic monuments like the Eiffel Tower reinforces the idea of enduring through the ages. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Seguiremos en Pie" celebrate the human capacity to overcome adversity, rebuild oneself, and stand strong in the face of life's challenges.

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Written by: Kokoshca

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