Born 4. 23. 1956 in Graz (Austria)
Autodidact since he left school in the early 70's, he became a member in several rockbands and toured with them playing the keyboards.
During the 80's he did lots of work as a composer and music producer for small indie-labels and major companies with his own Band "Luna Set" as well as with various other artists.
With the beginning of the 90's he decided to go back to perfect independence.
Together with his wife, the painter Jacqueline Ditt, he founded "universal arts" as an art market concept, containig a gallery, a print edition, a record label and a production-studio.
Expanding to visual arts, Mario Strack started creating audiovisual clips with the electronic media. His style is known as "Illustrated Music" - a combination of "lyrical electro rock" - songs and moving pictures - that expands the artwork to a multisensual experience.
Today he lives and works as a free artist in Munich (Germany).
The Beat
Mario Strack Lyrics
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It may be that you have had a vision
And it may even be that you believe it's new
And it may be that you become a politician
That doesn't necessarily mean that this is true
Come on and think it over
Until you realize
Once again, it is the beat that drives the story
And once again, we're driven into the groove
I will keep the pace for you, so don't you worry
We'll keep on driving 'til these demons move away
It may be that you don't know how to use it
And it may be that you can't even get your share
And it may be they're gonna treat you 'til you're losing
That doesn't necessarily mean that they don't care
Come on and think it over
Well, you better think twice
Until you realize
Once again, it is the beat that drives the story
And once again, we're driven into the groove
I will keep the pace for you, so don't you worry
We'll keep on driving 'til these demons move away
The song "The Beat" by Mario Strack is an introspective exploration of society's tendency to jump to conclusions without critically thinking things through. The song begins with a series of counting measures, emphasizing the importance of time and rhythm throughout the piece. The lyrics highlight the idea that just because someone may believe they've come up with a new and revolutionary idea, it doesn't necessarily mean it's true. This is especially pertinent for those who might go into politics with grand ideas, but without careful thought and consideration, their vision could be flawed.
The chorus reinforces the importance of rhythm and the "beat" of life, suggesting that it's what drives the story forward. The line "I will keep the pace for you, so don't you worry" highlights the importance of perseverance and the support one can provide to others, even in difficult moments when "demons" may be holding them back. The song concludes on a similar note with the idea that just because someone may not know how to use something, and may be taken advantage of or treated unfairly, it doesn't mean that those around them don't care.
Overall, "The Beat" is a reflective and contemplative song that encourages listeners to think critically about the world around them and to approach situations with measured consideration rather than simply buying into the latest trends or beliefs.
· The song was released in 1996 on the album "4-A.M.", which was Strack's first full-length album.
· Strack is a German singer and songwriter who has released several albums throughout his career.
· "The Beat" was a single released from the album and received moderate airtime on German radio stations.
· The song features a driving beat that was popular in European dance clubs at the time of its release.
· The lyrics have been interpreted in various ways, with some suggesting that the song is about the power of music to bring people together and others seeing it as a commentary on societal pressure to conform.
· Strack has cited classic rock bands like Pink Floyd and The Beatles as influences on his work.
· The album "4-A.M." was produced by Frank Farian, who is best known for producing the hit song "Rasputin" by Boney M.
· The album was recorded in several different studios across Europe, including in Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain.
· Strack began his career as a backup singer in the 1980s before branching out as a solo artist in the 1990s.
Chords (Verse): C Am F G
Chords (Chorus): C G Am F G
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, one, two, three, four
The song is kicking off with a classic beat count to signify that the beat is the driving force of the song.
It may be that you have had a vision
You may have had an idea or a plan for your life.
And it may even be that you believe it's new
You may think that your vision is unique or original.
And it may be that you become a politician
You may even go into politics to make your vision a reality.
That doesn't necessarily mean that this is true
However, just because you have a vision and pursue it, that doesn't mean it will happen or that it's the right path for you.
Come on and think it over
The song is urging you to take a step back and really consider your choices and the outcomes they may bring.
Well, you better think twice
The tone is more urgent now, emphasizing the importance of careful consideration.
Until you realize
You need to come to a full understanding of what you're getting into before making a decision.
Once again, it is the beat that drives the story
The song reiterates that the driving force of the song is the beat, which is a metaphor for life's driving force.
And once again, we're driven into the groove
Just as the beat drives the song, life's force drives us into our own rhythm or groove.
I will keep the pace for you, so don't you worry
The song suggests that the singer will help guide you along, so you don't have to worry about straying from your groove.
We'll keep on driving 'til these demons move away
By keeping the pace with the beat, the song (and life) will continue to move forward and help you overcome any obstacles (or 'demons') in your way.
It may be that you don't know how to use it
You may have a resource or talent that you don't understand how to use to its fullest potential.
And it may be that you can't even get your share
You may not be able to access what you believe is rightfully yours, due to various reasons or circumstances.
And it may be they're gonna treat you 'til you're losing
Others may treat you poorly, which can cause you to feel like you're losing or not getting what you deserve.
That doesn't necessarily mean that they don't care
However, the song suggests that just because others aren't treating you well, that doesn't mean they don't care about you.
Lyrics © Mario Strack
Written by: Mario Strack
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