They have a repertoire of 12 songs appoximately, one of them a version of Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby"; tracks were recorded at the home studio of one member of Mendetz. They played live a few times in Barcelona, at Sala Mono,the KGB, Sala Spay9,La Báscula,etc.. and they have been the best Demo of 2005, according to Mondosonoro magazine.
In their lyrics the talk abot future sex, to dignify lost actors from de 80's,to remember ironically Chimo Bayo and comment the absence in identity of the XII century no-subjects plunged in grey,in fashion,in the fake communication. Mendetz keep trusting in old robots, in honest Casios, to keep the legacy of the feelings and human.
Mendetz evoke, to rhythm of broken keys of casio, a past redressed in an unavoidable future, never sweeping to frantic rhythms the memories of a lived yesterday.
Their sound and themes are very reminiscent of Duran Duran.
Mendetz es un grupo de Barcelona, formado en 2003. Tocan guitarras y Casios y otros teclados viejos. Nada de lo que tocan es programado ni pregrabado, les gusta ser artesanos de lo robótico, conservar el toque humano manejando sonidos electrónicos. Baterías a ritmos frenéticos, guitarras muy rítmicas, bajos contundentes completan el sonido de Mendetz. Tienen un repertorio de unos 12 temas, uno de ellos una versión de "Eleanor Rigby" de los Beatles; los temas han sido grabados en estudio casero de uno de los componentes. Han hecho varios conciertos en Barcelona, en locales como la Sala Mono, el KGB, la Sala Spay9, la Báscula, etc. y han sido la mejor maqueta de 2005 según Mondosonoro.
En sus letras les gusta hablar del sexo del futuro, dignificar a los actores olvidados de los '80, recordar irónicamente a Chimo Bayo y el bacalao, y mencionar la falta de identidad de los no-sujetos del siglo XXI sumergidos en lo gris, en la moda, en la falsa comunicación. Mendetz mantienen la esperanza en los robots antiguos, en los Casios sinceros, para mantener el legado de los sentimientos y de lo humano.
Mendetz evoca, a ritmo de teclas rotas de casio, un pasado revestido de un futuro ineludible, deshollinando a ritmos frenéticos los recuerdos de un ayer jamás vivido.
Beat It
Mendetz Lyrics
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And solve the riddle
Then split your cigar
(And) don't tread on A beetle
C'mon!
Remember Chevy Chase
And my euphoric face
Remember Patrik Swayze
In Dirty Dancing scenes
I ever try to imitate him
Remember Martin Short
A-memorable cowboy
Trying to talk to singing bush
Remember Chevy Chase
And my euphoric face
When I match vip Guay on tv
Remember Mr. T
He can' t flew with his A-Team
The biggest muscles on tv.
And say their names again! (x4)
Hoooskiinss!
Mooriiiitaaa!
Steve seagal!
Burt young!
Berengeeeeer!
Turtuuurroo!
Moraaniiiisss!
Dan aykroyd!
Just beat it
And solve the riddle
Then split your cigar
(And) don't tread on A beetle
C'mon!
The lyrics to Mendetz's song "Beat It" seem to be a tribute to various pop culture icons from the 80s and 90s. The first verse encourages the listener to "beat it" and solve a riddle while not stepping on a beetle and splitting a cigar. These lines may be interpreted as a call to action, urging the listener to take on challenges and live adventurously, reminiscent of the bravado often found in 80s action films.
The second verse name-drops several iconic actors and characters, including Chevy Chase, Patrick Swayze, and Mr. T. The lyrics reference Chevy Chase's appearance in "Cops and Robbersons" as well as other famous movie scenes, showcasing the influence of Hollywood on pop culture during that time.
Overall, the song can be seen as a celebration of nostalgia for the 80s and 90s. It highlights the larger-than-life personalities of popular actors and showcases the adventurous spirit of the time.
Line by Line Meaning
Just beat it
Let's continue on and overcome obstacles as they come our way
And solve the riddle
Let us not be discouraged by the difficulty of the situation, but let us work hard and solve it
Then split your cigar
As a reward for hard work and success, take time to enjoy what you have accomplished and relax
(And) don't tread on A beetle
Be careful and mindful of the smallest things, even a beetle, as life is precious
C'mon!
Encouragement for others to join and continue with the hard work
Remember Chevy Chase
Reflect back on the past with fondness and nostalgia
And my euphoric face
The joy that was felt at the time of the memory
When I match vip Guay on tv
A fond memory of watching a deserving person receive the recognition and accolades of success
Remember Patrik Swayze
Revisit past memories or times in which memorable people left their mark with their impact on culture or lifestyle
In Dirty Dancing scenes
A romantic memory of a popular and influential movie
I ever try to imitate him
The admiration and aspiration to be like or comparable to someone great
Remember Martin Short
Another moment to reflect and recall happy memories
A-memorable cowboy
A character that stands out and remains memorable, somewhat mythical, possibly due to their larger-than-life nature
Trying to talk to singing bush
A desire for connection and communication between different and unusual elements, to forge new pathways and learn from what others have to offer
Remember Mr. T
A memorable figure with a unique persona that stood out
He can't flew with his A-Team
A tribute to those who work hard as a team and have overcame obstacles together
The biggest muscles on tv.
A literal description of Mr. T's iconic physique
And say their names again! (x4)
A playful call to repeat memorable people once more, possibly emphasizing the delight of their existence
Contributed by Peyton A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.