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.
Tired Of You
Perkele Lyrics
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What's wrong with you, what's the point - You better watch out
I am the winner, you are the loser - Get used to that
I got the truth, you got the lies - My dream will come true
Chorus (4x):
I'm so tired of you ... standing in my way, standing in my way
You got no chance, I'm too strong - You better give up
I got the strength and I know you don't - Stay away from me
I know what's right and I know you're wrong - I will fight till the end
Chorus (4x)
The lyrics to Perkele's "Tired of You" are an assertion of the singer's determination and fortitude in the face of opposition. The song highlights a struggle between two people, one who is fighting for their dream and another who is attempting to destroy it. The singer asserts that they have the truth and that their dream will come true, despite the lies and attempts to impede their progress.
Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes their strength and the weakness of the other person. They state that they are the winner, and the other person is the loser, and that they have the strength to overcome any obstacle. The chorus emphasizes the singer's frustration with the other person for standing in their way.
The singer's belief in their dream and their conviction that they will succeed is a central theme in "Tired of You." These lyrics serve as an anthem for anyone who has faced opposition to their dreams and goals, encouraging the listener to stay strong and persevere despite any setbacks or obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a dream that I'm fighting for - That you're trying to destroy
You are intentionally trying to ruin the dream that I am striving to achieve
What's wrong with you, what's the point - You better watch out
I cannot comprehend your actions and motives, and you should be aware of the consequences of your actions
I am the winner, you are the loser - Get used to that
I will triumph over you in this conflict, so accept your defeat
I got the truth, you got the lies - My dream will come true
I know what is real and what is not, and regardless of your deceit, I will reach my goal
I do believe and I always will - What can you do about that
I have faith in my dream and will never waver, regardless of your attempts to undermine me
You got no chance, I'm too strong - You better give up
You will not be able to overpower me in this confrontation, so it is better for you to admit defeat
I got the strength and I know you don't - Stay away from me
I possess the power and fortitude that you lack, so I advise you to stay away from me
I know what's right and I know you're wrong - I will fight till the end
I am aware of the right path to take, and I am prepared to battle you until the bitter end
I'm so tired of you ... standing in my way, standing in my way
I am exhausted and exasperated with your persistent attempts to obstruct my progress
Writer(s): ronnie halinoja
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