1) Neu! (the Germ… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with the name "Neu".
1) Neu! (the German word for "new", pronounced "noy") a band from Germany, were probably the archetypal example of what the UK music press at the time dubbed krautrock. The band had minimal commercial success when active, but are credited with being a huge influence on a diverse group of artists, including The Sex Pistols, Public Image Ltd., David Bowie, Gary Numan, Ultravox, Simple Minds, DEVO, Sonic Youth, Radiohead, Stereolab, Wilco as well as the current electronic music scene.
The group were formally a duo consisting of Klaus Dinger (1946-2008; drums) and Michael Rother (*1950; guitar). Both played a variety of other instruments, notably Dinger sang and played guitar on 'Hero' and 'After Eight' from the third album "Neu! 75", his brother Thomas Dinger and Hans Lampe both played drums for this version of the line up. All three of the group's official albums were produced by the famous Krautrock producer Conny Plank.
After Neu!, Klaus Dinger would form La Düsseldorf and La! Neu?. Michael Rother performed as a solo artist and between "Neu! 2" and "Neu! 75" performed as part of a supergroup called Harmonia with members of Cluster, and occasionally Brian Eno.
2) Neu is a Japanese Visual Kei band which debutted in the Omnibus album Shock Edge '07, 10/10/2007. The correct tag for the Japanese band is ν
Weissensee
NEU! Lyrics
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And this since forever.
Quite expected that you'd not know why.
Since you are such an ignorant.
You like all the others,
the smarter you become and the sillier you sink.
Like animal reacts.
So sadening to watch you go.
Devoid of culture.
Get outta here!
Prideless you live.
Believing yourself an accomplished being.
Frustration and sorrow,
your deeds beckon,
have become a towering inferno.
That's why I feel so neurasthenic.
In Neu!'s song Negativland, the lyrics are a scathing indictment of a person who seems to be ignorant, prideful, and devoid of culture. The song's lyrics contain a tone of frustration and sadness, as if the person singing is fed up with being around this individual. The song's lyrics suggest that this person is so obnoxious that even animals would react negatively to their presence. The singer goes so far as to say that they feel neurasthenic because of this person's deeds.
The lyrics themselves are a commentary on society and how people who are ignorant and self-righteous can be a negative influence on those around them. They also serve as a warning to those who think too highly of themselves that their actions can have disastrous consequences.
Overall, Neu!'s Negativland is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to think critically about their own behaviors and how they affect those around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Did you ever know why I hate you ?
Have you ever realized the reason why I dislike you so much?
And this since forever.
It's been going on for as long as I can remember.
Quite expected that you'd not know why.
It doesn't surprise me that you're unaware of the reason.
Since you are such an ignorant.
You act cluelessly due to your lack of knowledge.
You like all the others,
Similar to everyone else you know,
the smarter you become and the sillier you sink.
As you gain intelligence your behavior becomes more foolish.
Like animal reacts.
You respond instinctively like an animal.
So sadening to watch you go.
It's distressing to see you leave.
Devoid of culture.
You lack cultural awareness.
Get outta here!
Leave at once!
Prideless you live.
You reside without pride.
Believing yourself an accomplished being.
You think you're an achieved individual.
Frustration and sorrow,
Feelings of discontentment and sadness,
your deeds beckon,
Your actions summon,
have become a towering inferno.
Transformed into a colossal flame.
That's why I feel so neurasthenic.
That's why I experience mental exhaustion and weakness.
Contributed by Muhammad V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
manoj Vijayasegar
Such a Masterpiece.. Reminds me of how I'm today.. All the ups and downs we all go through.. Its all a learning.. So happy to find this music..
Mauro Pacheco
The atmosphere of this song relaxes me completely.
Burt472
Awesome album....Bought it (used) out of curiosity at the Cambridge, UK central market in 1973.....Loved it right away.....
Coad Miller
Psychedelic atmosphere.. quite cool and pleasant..
Randolph Lautsch
Brilliant!!!
Frank S.
Eine Mischung aus "Can" und "Kraftwerk"... einfach faszinierend!
Vincent Hansen
Great, masterpiece....
sapulatio
Weissensee is a relatively small lake in southern Austria, nestled between Alpine mountains. I used to go there on holidays when I was young. Obviously the tourism industry got a hold of it, but it's still quite remote and peaceful, great place.
Joseph Hutchison
Music way ahead of it's time!
Burt472
Indeed