Kuolleet Intiaanit, Finnish for (the) Dead Indians (as in native Americans)… Read Full Bio ↴Kuolleet Intiaanit, Finnish for (the) Dead Indians (as in native Americans), was a mushroom rock band from Seinäjoki, Finland. Their music has elements of psychedelia and punk, and as for Finnish music, they're often referred to as the 21st century's Sielun Veljet. Guitar rock, in any case, flavoured with surrealist or absurdist lyrics (not exactly meant to be analyzed is the message here) and elements of theater. They were formed in 2000, and as of 2008, are either on a break or defunct. Their label does say they are on a break.

Members of the band are or were Ilmari Tuulenhalkoja (vocals), Emil Topaz (guitar and vocals), Johannes Tyrannos (bass guitar and vocals) and Juhana Amadeus (drums). These are stage names, and the real names of the members have not spread outside Seinäjoki. In live shows, a synthesizer player is added (on the latest tour and album, Mikael Rynigen). They do not give interviews (except for one, which has been read by few and was done, unsurprisingly, by a person from Seinäjoki), play encores or speak to their audiences.

So, why theater, of all words to describe them? Well, their live shows could be treated as such, that is why. In a live show, Kuolleet Intiaanit were usually dressed in black suits and top hats and their faces are painted white, except for the area surrounding the eyes, which is black. Other known costumes are straitjackets and black-white-lined suits.

Alkusoitto
Kuolleet Intiaanit Lyrics

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Yksi, kaksi, kolme, neljä, viisi, kuusi, seitsemän, kahdeksan, yhdeksän, kymmenen.
Tullaan!

Overall Meaning

The opening of Kuolleet Intiaanit's song Alkusoitto is a countdown from one to ten in Finnish. This is an effective way to grab the attention of the listener and build anticipation for what is to come. The counting also serves as a symbolic representation of the passage of time, as if the band is ringing in a new era or chapter with their music.

The word "tullaan" that follows the countdown can be translated to "we're coming" or "we're here". This suggests a sense of confidence and readiness on the part of the band, as if they are bursting onto the scene and ready to make their mark. The exclamation point at the end of the line reinforces this sense of excitement and energy.

Overall, the opening of Alkusoitto sets a tone of anticipation, confidence, and energy that carries throughout the rest of the song. It is a bold statement of intent from Kuolleet Intiaanit that demands attention and respect from their audience.

Line by Line Meaning

Yksi, kaksi, kolme, neljä, viisi, kuusi, seitsemän, kahdeksan, yhdeksän, kymmenen.
Counting from one to ten, preparing for something important.

Tullaan!
We are coming, ready to take action.

Contributed by Gavin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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