<… Read Full Bio ↴MIA. (alternate spelling: Mia.) is a German rock/pop band from Berlin.
MIA. originally formed in 1997 when TV host Sarah Kuttner introduced schoolmates Mieze and Andy Ross to Robert Schütze and Ingo Puls. They took on Hannes Schulze as drummer and one year later the band, then called Me in Affairs signed a contract with independent music label R.O.T. - Respect or Tolerate. They soon abbreviated their band name to MIA., but now claim the letters do no longer stand just for Me in Affairs, but also for things like "Musik ist Alles" ("Music is everything") and that there is no such thing as a "correct" translation of their name.
In 1999 the band released its first single "Sugar My Skin" on major label BMG, but due to artistical differences the members soon asked to be released from that contract. In 2001 they followed up with their second single Factory City via Sony Music. At the same time Gunnar Spies replaced Hannes Schulze, who had left the group due to private reasons. Afterwards MIA. released their debut album Hieb und Stichfest, which saw moderate success in Germany.
2003 saw the band being heavily criticized for their song Was es ist, released on an EP of the same title. The lyrics featured romantic references to Germany and the colors of the German flag, topics that due to Germany's violent history, many political leftists are uncomfortable with. MIA. claim the song meant to provoke a discussion about Germany as a home and as a place to change and design. Furthermore, they consider themselves politically on the left.
In 2004 the band went on with its second album Stille Post. The longplayer spwaned three singles, including Hungriges Herz, which was chosen for the German pre-selection of the Eurovision Song Contest and reached #24 on the official Singles Chart. The album simultaneously peaked at #13 on the Album 100 and was eventually certified with gold.
Lately MIA. released their single Tanz Der Moleküle, which entered the German charts at #19 to become the band's most succesful single so far. Their third album Zirkus was released July 21, 2006. It reached #2 on the Album Top 100 and is the most successful album so far. 4 more singles were released
In 2008 MIA. released the first single of their new album Willkommen im Club, coming up September 5, 2008, Mein Freund, which reached #15 on the Single Top 100, becoming the new band's most succesful single.
Ekelhaftes Benehmen
MIA. Lyrics
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Near by my side my words are weaking
And now am I creeping on the ground
Near now I'm dropped inside
And I can't control the other side
(ah ah-ah-ah-ah-ah)
Es muss meine Stimme sein
Die dich erschreckt
Kann nicht mein ekelhaftes Benehmen sein
Muss meine Stimme sein, die dich erschreckt
Die dich erschreckt
Die dich erschreckt
Die dich schockt
Close am I weaving (???)
Deep am I loosing me - I tell
Near now i'm dumped inside
And I can't control the other side
(ah!, ah!, achja? ah-oh eh, ah!, eh meine Stimme)
Es muss meine Stimme sein
Die dich erschreckt
Kann nicht mein ekelhaftes Benehmen sein
Muss meine Stimme sein, die dich erschreckt
Kann nicht mein ekelhaftes Benehmen sein
Es muss meine Stimme sein
Die dich erschreckt
Kann nicht mein ekelhaftes Benehmen sein
Muss meine Stimme sein, die dich erschreckt
Die dich erschreckt,
die dich erschreckt,
die dich schockt
My voice which scared ya
Can't be my disgusting behavior
Must be my voice (oh)
It must my voooooice (aaaaaau)
Die dich schockt
The lyrics to MIA.'s song Ekelhaftes Benehmen (which translates to "Disgusting Behaviour") are complex and open to interpretation. The song begins with the singer admitting weakness in her words and feeling as though she's crawling on the ground. She feels as though she's losing control over herself and can't control the other side. The lyrics suggest a struggle between the conscious and subconscious mind, as well as an inner turmoil between different parts of the self.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Es muss meine Stimme sein, die dich erschreckt" which translates to "It must be my voice that scares you." The lyrics suggest that the singer is unable to control her voice and that it has a negative impact on others. There is also a sense of vulnerability in the lyrics, as the singer acknowledges her own fears and insecurities. Despite her struggles, the singer asserts her own agency and power, suggesting that her voice holds a unique power over others.
Overall, Ekelhaftes Benehmen is a complex and introspective song that explores themes of control, vulnerability, and personal power. The lyrics are open to interpretation and invite listeners to reflect on their own experiences and emotions.
Contributed by Alaina G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.