Drawing inspiration from US Punk & Ska bands such as the Voodoo Glow Skulls, Rancid, Suicide Machines, Sick Of It All, The clash, 7 Seconds, Bad Religion, the ramones plus others and from the surroundings of their border town, Los Kung-Fu Monkeys have created a sound all their own which boast dual singers, killer bass riffs and great keyboard harmonies. Los KFM as they are also known consist of Bernie & Paco on vocals, brothers Hassan (bass) & Tarek (guitar), Hecky on drums, Esteban on keyboards .
The band has been a familiar face in the TJ punk scene ever since they started back in 1998, but since their first release "Rebuilding The World" dropped in 2001 the band has played at some of the most important venues in the U.S.A. including 3 dates in the 2005 Vans Warped Tour and played with the likes of Union 13, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Buck O'Nine, Suicide Machines, Youth Brigade, Mad Caddies, suicide machines,F-Minus, Finch, Pistol Grip, The Casualties, Guttermouth,citizen fish, The Slackers, The Al mighty MISFITS and legendary bands from Latin America such as Maldita Vecindad, Tijuana No!, Sekta-Core, King Chango, Dos Minutos and many others. Apart from that they have toured Mexico four times playing at all the important cities like Monterrey, Chihuahua, Guadalajara, Mexico City plus smaller cities like Hermosillo, San Luis Potosi, Mazatlan and many others. Touring Mexico extensively is a feat that only bands with deep pockets have been able to do, but Los KFM have established such a loyal following that this has been possible for them.
Problems
Los Kung-Fu Monkeys Lyrics
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just can't seem to get up
and turn around
All these problems and I
just can't seem to get up
and walk away
This is just messing my mind
but I can't live just like this
but it's a part of me.
If I could only remind myself that
closing my eyes is the only answer
if I could only imagine me
sitting at the edge by myself
and if I could see another me.
Seeing it isn't the answer but it's
of comfort to me and I fall once
more I won't get out of here.
The lyrics from Los Kung-Fu Monkeys' song "Problems" express a sense of being overwhelmed by various struggles and challenges. The repetition of "All these problems" emphasizes the weight and multitude of issues that the singer is facing, creating a feeling of being stuck and unable to move forward. The repeated lines "just can't seem to get up" and "just can't seem to get up and walk away" portray a sense of paralysis and difficulty in finding a way out of the situation.
The lyrics suggest that these problems are not just external circumstances but also internal struggles that are affecting the singer's mental state and soul. The mention of the issues "messing my mind" and "destroying my soul" conveys a deep emotional toll that these problems are taking. Despite recognizing the negative impact of these struggles on their well-being, the singer acknowledges that these problems have become a part of them, emphasizing the complexity of the situation.
The lyrics delve into a contemplation of finding a solution or escape from these difficulties. The mention of "closing my eyes" as the only answer and imagining oneself in isolation at the edge signifies a desire for solitude and introspection. The idea of seeing "another me" hints at a search for perspective and self-reflection, suggesting a longing for clarity and understanding amidst the chaos.
The final lines of the lyrics convey a sense of resignation and a cycle of falling back into the same struggles. The repetition of "I won't get out of here" reflects a feeling of being trapped and unable to break free from the challenges they are facing. The mention of finding comfort in the idea of seeing another version of oneself underscores the complexity of the singer's internal conflict and the difficulty of finding a way out of their problems. Overall, the lyrics paint a poignant picture of grappling with overwhelming challenges and the internal turmoil that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
All these problems and just can't seem to get up and turn around
Feeling overwhelmed by difficulties and unable to find a way out or change the situation.
All these problems and I just can't seem to get up and walk away
Feeling stuck in a cycle of problems and unable to move on or leave them behind.
This is just messing my mind but I can't live just like this
The challenges are affecting mental well-being, but continuing to live in this state is not sustainable.
This is destroying my soul but it's a part of me
The problems are deeply affecting the core of who I am, even though they are intertwined with my identity.
If I could only remind myself that closing my eyes is the only answer
Seeking escape or avoidance as a coping mechanism, even though it is not a long-term solution.
If I could only imagine me sitting at the edge by myself
Contemplating solitude and isolation as a way to process and deal with the challenges.
And if I could see another me
Desiring a different perspective or understanding of oneself in order to navigate through the problems.
Seeing it isn't the answer but it's of comfort to me and I fall once more I won't get out of here
Recognizing that simply observing the situation will not lead to a solution, but finding solace in the familiarity of the struggle and the fear of falling back into it indefinitely.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tarek Limas, Hassan Limas
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