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1) Scooter is a German group, formed by Sören Bühler, Hans-Peter Geerdes, Hendrik Stedler, and Jens Thele, in Hamburg, Germany in 1994. Among their more well known hits are 'Ramp! (The Logical Song)', 'Move Your Ass', 'Fire', 'How Much Is The Fish?', 'Nessaja' and 'Weekend!'.
Originally the group started as a side project in 1994. Their debut single Vallée De Larmes (French for Valley Of Tears) reached #8 on the German dance chart. In April of that year, Scooter played their first live show in Hamburg, Germany, where vocalist Hans-Peter Geerdes began freestyling off the top of his head to an instrumental dance track. At that point, Scooter officially became a group, and Geerdes' rapping would become one of the band's trademarks together with the fact that they all of their tracks are in fact remixes, though often with different titles than the original tracks.
In 2002, Scooter enjoyed somewhat of a comeback, with 6 top twenty UK singles ('RAMP! (The Logical Song)', 'Nessaja', 'Posse (I Need You On The Floor)', 'Weekend!', "The Night', and 'Maria (I Like It Loud)') all charting in an 18 month period (prior to this comeback, they only ever had one top twenty single in the UK, 'Back In The UK').
They have a sort of 'trademark' style of dance, with most of their songs featuring some "rap shouting", sometimes featuring a high pitched vocal, which is evident especially on their biggest hit 'RAMP! (The Logical Song)' (which samples 'The Logical Song' by Supertramp). Much of their music features elements of a live performance, including the roar of the crowd, and the echoing sound of Geerdes' voice.
Scooter's style would also appear to harp back to that of The KLF, especially so with the track entitled "Posse! (I Need You On The Floor) - with a sample which recurrs throughout the work of The KLF. KLF references are also frequently used in Scooter songs. Both bands have released singles with the title "Fuck the Millennium": KLF in 1997 under the pseudonym 2K, and Scooter in 1999. Relatively lenghty and complex samples used in KLF tracks have often surfaced in Scooter tracks, such as the entire opening seconds of the KLF's 3am Eternal being used to open Hello (Good to be Back) by Scooter.
The current band members are: H.P. Baxxter, Michael Simon, and Bastian van Shield (Sebastian Schilde). Former band members were Ferris, Axel Coon, Jay Frog, Rick J. Jordan, and Dirty Disco Youth (Phil Speiser).
Official website: http://www.scootertechno.com
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2) Scooter is a Belgian 80's band, known by their hit single 'You' (voted for being the best Belgian production of 1981).
Scooter started in 1979 with five musicians from the Antwerp Rockscene as "Scooter on the road".
More info on http://houbi.com/belpop/groepen/scooter.htm
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3) Scooter is a band from Hamilton, New Zealand. Made up of the remnants of bands that had already left town, Scooter are Stan Jagger (drums), Kent Ericksen (guitar, vocals) and Steve Gray (guitar). They formed in 1994 and began performing live at Bossa Nova Cafe in 1995, and have continued to play live as recently as 2006.
In 1996 they released the track When We Go Out on a free CD given away with Sync magazine. They had the song Cranky American on Green Eggs and Hamilton, released in 1997, and in the same year covered Platypus by The Clean on the tribute album God Save the Clean (FNCD409). Their involvement with the project led to a TV appearance performing at the album's release party at Auckland's Power Station.
In 1998 they released a self titled debut EP (Scooter), including the songs Dayroom and Maybe and toured the country from end to end in support of the EP's release. Dayroom and Maybe appeared on the promo CDs NZ on Air Indie Hit Disc 6 and 7, respectively, in 1998. The following year they released the single Book 'Im Danno and again toured both the North and South Islands of the country to promote it. In 2000 Book 'Im Danno appeared on the promo CD NZ on Air Indie Hit Disc 12, and in 2001 the same song appeared on the Year Zero compilation.
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4) Scooter is a Muppet from Jim Henson's "The Muppet Show". His character was primarily that of the show coordinator, making sure everyone got on stage on time. He has also appeared on several Muppet albums.
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5) Scooter is the producer of a weekly Texas political satire program "The Inner Side", featuring mixes of music and voices in the news, available for download at acksisofevil.org
The Leading Horse
Scooter Lyrics
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The leading horse is white
The second horse is red
The third one is a black
The last one is a green
Well a who them a follow
smokealot - the vibesbringer no dead ringer
connected to tech nines
It's H the lyrical weapon
wanna clash me - let's get steppin
your girls´ panties, I will be wetting
last night´s events she won't be forgetting
Anticipating to tear through your spine
anticipating taking your time
when you're weak, they're telling you you are strong
when you're right, they're telling you you are wrong
Chorus (pitched voice):
The leading horse is white
The second horse is red
The third one is a black
The last one is a green
Well a who them a follow
the mic fiend - kind 'a surprise into your eyes
no disguise, beatin' with time, switch sick, spit bricks
I'm blockin ya lines
No diggedy - deeper than most
trust me crew I got reason to boast
if you want war, then bring it
'coz there's no doubt, I'll easily win it
I bring quick brawls, fast trouble
for every line you buss, I blast double
when you're weak, they're telling you you are strong
when you're right, they're telling you you are wrong
Chorus (pitched voice):
The leading horse is white
The second horse is red
The third one is a black
The last one is a green
In "The Leading Horse" by Scooter, the chorus states that the leading horse is white, followed by a red horse, a black horse, and finally a green horse. The lyrics in the verses discuss the idea of being a superior force, waiting for the right moment to strike, and dealing with those who try to oppose or challenge you. The first verse mentions "smokealot," who may be a reference to the rapper Xzibit and talks about bombs, tech nines, and being a lyrical weapon. The second verse references being a "mic fiend" and blocking others' lines, while also emphasizing the ability to win any war or fight that may come your way.
Throughout the song, there is a theme of power and dominance. The imagery of the horses adds to this, as white is often associated with purity and strength, red with passion or aggression, black with darkness or mystery, and green with growth or life. The use of color in the chorus also creates a visual representation of hierarchy or order, with the white horse leading the way and the green horse bringing up the rear.
The lyrics seem to suggest that in order to maintain power and control, one must be ready to fight and overcome any opposition. The repeated line of "when you're weak, they're telling you you are strong, when you're right, they're telling you you are wrong" implies that there are those who will try to take advantage of you or twist the truth to suit their own agenda, but ultimately you are the one who determines your own strength and worth.
Overall, "The Leading Horse" is an intense and assertive song that emphasizes the importance of being the best and not backing down from any challenge. It encourages listeners to embrace their own power and to always be ready to defend it.
Line by Line Meaning
The leading horse is white
I'm at the forefront of this race, leading the way with my talent and skills.
The second horse is red
I'm not the only one competing, but even the ones behind me are fierce and passionate about the art.
The third one is a black
There are also those who are behind in the race, but still trying to come out on top, maybe even more so being underestimated.
The last one is a green
Even at the end, there are still those who are coming up, fresh and new to the game.
smokealot - the vibesbringer no dead ringer
My energy and presence in the music industry is unique and inimitable, without a doubt.
the trigger finger, got bombs in the grapevine
I have the power to create and destroy, to make or break, with the words and music I choose to share.
It's H the lyrical weapon
I am a force to be reckoned with, using my voice and craft as a weapon to conquer the game.
wanna clash me - let's get steppin
If you want to challenge me, bring it on and let's see who comes out on top.
your girls´ panties, I will be wetting
My influence and charm is so strong, even the women around my competitors are drawn to me.
last night´s events she won't be forgetting
I am so unforgettable in all aspects, even intimate ones that leave a lasting impression.
the mic fiend - kind 'a surprise into your eyes
My skills on the mic will shock and awe those who come into contact with me, leaving them wanting more.
no disguise, beatin' with time, switch sick, spit bricks
My style is raw and untainted, constantly evolving and delivering a strong punch of lyrical prowess.
I'm blockin ya lines
I am making it difficult for my competitors to reach my level, both lyrically and in terms of success.
No diggedy - deeper than most
I am more than just surface-level talent, with a depth and complexity to my music that sets me apart.
trust me crew I got reason to boast
My confidence and pride in my work is grounded in my undeniable talent and success in the industry.
if you want war, then bring it
If anyone wants to challenge me, they better be prepared for a fight.
'coz there's no doubt, I'll easily win it
I have complete faith in my abilities to come out on top, no matter who I'm up against.
I bring quick brawls, fast trouble
I am a force to be reckoned with, capable of stirring up commotion and conflict quickly.
for every line you buss, I blast double
No matter what my competitors bring to the table, I always rise above with my explosive talent and output.
when you're weak, they're telling you you are strong
The industry is full of false praise and flattery, fueling the egos of those who don't truly deserve it.
when you're right, they're telling you you are wrong
On the flip side, those who are truly talented and deserving of recognition may often be overlooked or dismissed as somehow flawed.
Contributed by Caroline W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.