The band started touring and went through some line up changes. The new line up including Sammy, Eliaz, Jari, Spit and Illy recorded a 5-song promo-CD which got quite nice response, especially from outside of Finland. Despite of the good reception of the Promo-CD, the year 2001 was uncertain time for the band Jari left the band and joined Finnish metal kings Timo Rautiainen ja Trio Niskalaukaus and Sammy moved to Helsinki Rock City and was soon after followed by the rest of the band. In the beginning of 2002 Sammy bumped into Jack (ex- Palmcut) while exploring the nightlife of Helsinki and they decided to join their forces and breathe new life into Private Line.
The band started intense rehearsing period and went on to record new kick ass material. In December 2002 Private Line released a new Mini-CD Six Songs Of Hellcity Trendkill (released by Bad Habits/ Kråklund Records). The Mini-CD got rave reviews from the Finnish rock media and also many international print and webzines were enthusiastic about these Finnish newcomers. The band did a 40-show tour in Finland and created a fanatic fanbase. Private Line's loud as f**k mix of 80's sleaze and early 90's alternative punk was now starting to make bigger and bigger waves. The lead singer Sammy`s vocals, stage presence and showmanship was more than often compared to the likes of Vince Neil (Mötley Crüe) and Sebastian Bach (Skid Row).
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White-Collar Crime
Private Line Lyrics
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Who despises the poverty, can live forever
Goodbye the poor and feebleminded
Defy the sense of wrong or right, together
I want the whole world money to spend
I'm independent, you're what you eat, my friend
Give 'em all you've got or throw it away
Lips are movin' without a sound
Money makes the world go around
Handshake, but not for a shitty dime
Prime time for white-collar crime
He who thinks mind over matter, stinks
If you can't buy her love, you should pay her drinks
I want the whole world money to spend
I'm independent, you're what you eat, my friend
Give 'em all you've got or throw it away
Let's jump off the roofs today's the day
Lips are movin' without a sound
Money makes the world go around
Handshake, but not for a shitty dime
I'd rather commit a crime
Lips are movin' without a sound
Money makes the world go around
Handshake, but not for a shitty dime
Prime time for white-collar crime
He who dies with the most toys, wins
Who despises the poverty, can live forever
Goodbye the poor and feebleminded
Defy the sense of wrong or right, together
The lyrics of Private Line’s song “White Collar Crime” reflect the band’s views and criticisms of greedy and corrupt individuals who only care about accumulating wealth through illegal means. The song condemns these individuals and highlights the negative impact of their actions on society. The first verse – "He who dies with the most toys, wins. Who despises the poverty, can live forever" – implies that people who accumulate the most wealth are considered winners, but it disregards the fact that their greed can lead to the deprivation and suffering of others.
The chorus – "Lips are moving' without a sound. Money makes the world go 'round. Handshake, but not for a shitty dime. Prime time for white-collar crime" – critiques those who make deals and accumulate wealth through unlawful means without any regard for the consequences of their actions. Their actions are considered “white-collar crime” – a term used to describe financially motivated nonviolent crime committed by business and government professionals – which has become more prevalent in recent times.
The second verse - "He who thinks mind over matter stinks. If you can't buy her love, you should pay her drinks" – talks about how individuals who prioritize their relationship with money above all else have a distorted sense of morality. They are willing to do anything to satisfy their materialistic desires, including using money to buy love and loyalty. Overall, the song is a commentary on the dangers of greed, corruption, and materialism that can lead to the decay of society and morality.
Line by Line Meaning
He who dies with the most toys, wins
Those who accumulate the most wealth before they pass away are viewed as successful
Who despises the poverty, can live forever
If one detests the notion of being poor, they will do anything to avoid it and preserve their life for as long as possible
Goodbye the poor and feebleminded
We don't need or want the impoverished, intellectually weak, or feeble individuals in our lives
Defy the sense of wrong or right, together
We reject the traditional standards of morality and ethics, and we'll do whatever we can to gain what we want and need
I want the whole world money to spend
I want unlimited wealth that will enable me to do whatever I please when I please
I'm independent, you're what you eat, my friend
I'm self-sufficient and can manage on my own. You are defined by what you consume or lack thereof
Give 'em all you've got or throw it away
If you're going to do something, commit completely or don't bother at all
Let's jump off the roofs today is the day
We're feeling exhilarated and fearless, so let's take a chance and do something outrageous
Lips are movin' without a sound
We are saying a lot without expressing anything aloud
Money makes the world go around
Money is a primary motivator for most people and can affect the world and its inhabitants considerably
Handshake, but not for a shitty dime
I'll make a deal with you, but I won't accept a terrible offer
Prime time for white-collar crime
Given the opportunities, now is a great time to commit white-collar crime since punishment is less severe than other types of offenses
He who thinks mind over matter, stinks
Those who prioritize intellect over wealth are viewed as naive or foolish
If you can't buy her love, you should pay her drinks
If you can't win someone's affection through traditional methods, bribery might help
I'd rather commit a crime
I'm willing to take the risk of committing a crime to gain wealth or opportunity
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Written by: ELIAS LOGREN, ILARI JUHANA HEINAAHO, JUHA SAMULI JAKONEN, JUHA TAPANI KINNUNEN, SAMI PEKKA AALTONEN
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