The band members actually started out as punks drawing some inspiration from Swedish folk music, but gradually the Oi! genre started having a greater influence on their development and around 1997/1998 Perkele became skinheads.
Despite their Swedish origin, perkele—the noun used for the band's name—is, in fact, a Finnish profanity. In a 2003 interview, lead vocalist and founding member Ron Halinoja cited his "roots in Finland" and the word's expressively vulgar nature as the main reasons behind choosing this for the band's name. Perkele claim to be strongly against all kinds of racism, nationalism, fascism, sexism, and homophobia as well as being opposed to hate, war, and environmental pollution. Despite this, in the past their appearance at traditionally left-wing events has caused controversy due to some of their songs featuring lyrical themes of Swedish and Finnish nationalist sentiments. Due to the background of their bassist Chris as an adoptee originally from Sri Lanka, the band have at one point experienced racist abuse from the audience at a concert in Belgium.
Stories From The Past
Perkele Lyrics
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And the first gig we ever had
In the days when we were punks
The day I cropped my hair
And I did my first tattoo
When I understood the meaning of pride
We all got stories from the past
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
The day we're growing old
We might be at the pub
And we all look back in time
For all the good old days
We raise our glasses high
We all got stories from the past
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
We all got stories from the past
We all got memories to share
We all got tales from our hearts
The song "Stories From The Past" by Perkele is a tribute to the memories and experiences that the band and its listeners have shared. The lyrics reflect on the early days of the band, when they were just starting out and playing their first gigs. The singer talks about getting his first tattoo and cutting his hair, marking a turning point in his life where he began to understand the importance of pride.
The song is a celebration of the power of shared experiences, and the memories that we all carry with us throughout our lives. The singer acknowledges that as we grow older, we may look back on these moments with nostalgia, but that the memories and stories we have will always be a part of us.
The repetition of the chorus throughout the song reinforces the idea that everyone has their own stories from the past, and that these stories are worth sharing and celebrating. The simple, straightforward lyrics and catchy melody make this an anthem for anyone who has ever felt a sense of camaraderie and belonging through shared experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
The day we started the band
A memorable day when the band was initiated
And the first gig we ever had
The first performance the band ever had
In the days when we were punks
The time when the bandmates were rebellious and experimental
The day I cropped my hair
A day when one of the band members changed their appearance
And I did my first tattoo
A day when one of the band members got their first tattoo
When I understood the meaning of pride
A moment when one of the band members comprehended the concept of self-respect
We all got stories from the past
Everyone has memories and moments to share from their history
We all got memories to share
Each person has personal experiences they can share with others
We all got tales from our hearts
Everyone has emotional and heartfelt stories to tell
The day we're growing old
The future when the bandmates are aging
We might be at the pub
A hypothetical scenario of the group meeting up at a pub
And we all look back in time
Reflecting on their past experiences
For all the good old days
Nostalgic memories of better times
We raise our glasses high
Celebrating the memories and moments shared together
We all got stories from the past
Reiterating the fact that everyone has tales to tell
We all got memories to share
Emphasizing the significance of sharing personal experiences
We all got tales from our hearts
Reminding that every person's story carries emotional weight
Writer(s): Ronnie Halinoja
Contributed by Bella R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@4quall
54 years old and this song rings true. I have traveled the planet and have stories for days. But nothing beats the friends who were with us at the time being the ones relistening to them once more. Keep Your Scene Alive ☺️
See you all on Andra Långgatan
@jakubsvoboda1143
Love this music. Thank you Perkele! Greeting from Czech republic 🤙
@perkelechannel9031
Thank you sooo much! Hope to see you soon again in Czech Republic! Love to play there! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@jakubsvoboda1143
@@perkelechannel9031 Hope too guys. I would like to go on your concert ❤
@uberdosierterwadenkrampftv9328
Wahnsinn... Jahrzehnte lang Gänsehautmusik!!!🖤
PunkRock✌🏻
@leogravesparanormalexplorer
BRUTALLIKE FROM PORTUGAL MY FRIENDS 4 EVER ROCK IN MY HEART 🤜🤛👊🤘🤘🤘
@thebakedtoast
i will definitely be in erfurt on april 1st. one of the few bands from which i love every album
@KK-ww8rk
Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭
PERKELE is forever in my heart ❤️🔥
Thank you for everything, guys 🙏
@paskkattack
Best than the original. Please do remix metal sound of your classics. I love it so much
@cynicalahole7131
ÖJ from Göteborg!