Their music is a mix of rock, rap and electronic elements. Their first album, 'Stacked Up', was released in 1994 and was one of the first rap/rock crossover records and the band are widely regarded as being pioneers of the 'nu-metal' genre (Although the actual name and rise of the genre came about a number of years after 'Stacked Up's release) and are often attributed with the subsequent success of The Prodigy, who took rock and dance a step further.
They split up in 1999 and Heitham and John formed 'Lodestar', a less electronic, more melodic, metal orientated 4-piece in which Heitham sang throughout, rather than rapped. Lodestar created one superb self-titled album before themselves calling it a day.
In the meantime, Kerstin lead the vocals on the next Senser album 'Asylum' which had stronger dance roots, but still with the familiar thrashy guitar riffs. Although no where near as popular as Stacked Up, Asylum's closer affiliation with D&B spawned numerous remixes, some of which accompanied the main album itself, making it a 2-CD release.
In 2003, Senser reformed in the original line-up, to work on a compilation of their 2 90's albums. Their time together also spawned brand new material, released as the album 'Schematic' in 2004. The new album brought back the old sound from Stacked Up but with noticeable melodic and dance influences from Lodestar and the Senser 'Asylum' album.
A new album 'How To Do Battle' was released in September 2009, and Senser is currently on tour supporting the release.
Switch
Senser Lyrics
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'cause you know we ain't needin' ya. Expendable?
You're about to get it.
(Don't fall too deep down, don't fall)
I'm coming back, coming back
from the funky funky bass stack
and all I know is what I jack
shake your money maker,
shake your money maker maker now
give me a couple of minutes
and I'll show you all exactly how
Soon there won't be no money to make,
no lies to fake.
If you can't set it straight
well then you can't relate
the lies you swallow
to rules you follow
the words so hollow
so see you tomorrow
full of sorrow.
You're gonna say how did it ever get this far
when all I ever wanted was a house and a car.
Now Moma's in the backroom serving up rocks,
Daddy's in Wandsworth sitting in a box. 3.1
Listen to the click of the steel as it locks.
The real enemies are in the corporate office blocks.
so 1 2, 3 to 2, 3 to 2, 1
the wheels are set in motion and the job's getting done.
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all
So step to me when it hits ya
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all
Come to put ya in the picture
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all
So step to me when it hits ya
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all
Come to put ya in the picture now.
Breaking 'em, breaking 'em down
breaking our people down.
Our leader's a clown, [[3.2]
he's trying to swim but he's gonna drown
so hear the sound.
Time to disarm,
this ain't no false alarm doing harm.
guns dance into a death-trance
like a snake charm.
One after another they stand on the corner
but I won't pack a gat just like that
'cause I don't wanna
be part of the problem,
think the solution, words of revolution
to me are still sonic pollution.
Tried to make me out to be
something I never was
never would be because
reality over us
hangs like a black cloud, sickens,
and when you stare for a second you're stricken
you cry man, the signs are simple and plain
so play it again
drifting in the last domain.
When all the gun-talk shit
that you wrote it don't float
it sinks to the bottom like a fucked up boat.
And me and my posse we got a spirit
and no soft puppet can ever put a limit in it
So 1 2, 3 to 2, 3 to 2, 1
The wheels are still in motion and the job's getting done.
Pump, pump it up, y'all
The lyrics of the song 'Switch' by Senser provide a social commentary and a call to action against the status quo. The opening lines of the song are confrontational, as the rapper warns listeners to pay attention to the things that the world is feeding them, as they are expendable. He follows this with a call to shake off these lies and fake attitudes, and to embrace the truth. The lyrics also touch upon the issues of poverty and racism, as well as the reality of the corrupt corporate world.
Towards the end of the song, the rapper emphasizes the need for change and disarmament, to move away from violence and towards revolution through words. The song encourages individuals to recognize their power and to come together to create change in their society.
Overall, the song ‘Switch’ is a powerful anthem that promotes awareness, critical thinking, and a willingness to push for change. It is an inspiring message that is as relevant today as it was when the song was released.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you better step to any shit we're feedin' ya,
You should comply with what we're telling you or suffer the consequences.
'cause you know we ain't needin' ya. Expendable?
We don't really care about you and you're disposable.
You're about to get it.
You're going to face the consequences of not doing what we tell you.
I'm coming back, coming back from the funky funky bass stack
I'm returning from a place where there was a lot of music.
what you see is what you get and all I know is what I jack
I only know what I steal, and you can judge me based on what you see.
shake your money maker, shake your money maker maker now
Dance and make money any way you can.
give me a couple of minutes and I'll show you all exactly how
I can teach you how to make quick money and be successful.
Soon there won't be no money to make, no lies to fake.
Money will soon become scarce and so will the lies people tell to make it.
If you can't set it straight well then you can't relate
If you don't understand what's going on, then you can't empathize with others.
the lies you swallow to rules you follow the words so hollow so see you tomorrow full of sorrow.
If you believe in lies and follow rules blindly, you'll regret it tomorrow.
You're gonna say how did it ever get this far when all I ever wanted was a house and a car.
You'll regret not standing up for what you believe when it's too late.
Now Moma's in the backroom serving up rocks, Daddy's in Wandsworth sitting in a box.
The parents are involved in illegal drug dealing and imprisoned for it.
Listen to the click of the steel as it locks.
Hear the sound of a weapon being locked, indicating violence and danger.
The real enemies are in the corporate office blocks.
The real culprits are wealthy, powerful corporations.
Breaking 'em, breaking 'em down breaking our people down.
The ruling elites are oppressing and destroying the common people.
Our leader's a clown, he's trying to swim but he's gonna drown so hear the sound.
The leader is incompetent and will eventually fail; people need to prepare for change.
Time to disarm, this ain't no false alarm doing harm.
It's time to disarm and stop the violence.
guns dance into a death-trance like a snake charm.
Guns are hypnotic and kill people.
One after another they stand on the corner but I won't pack a gat just like that 'cause I don't wanna
People are carrying guns, but the singer won't do it because they don't want to be part of the problem.
be part of the problem, think the solution, words of revolution to me are still sonic pollution.
The artist wants to offer a solution rather than create more problems, but they acknowledge their message might not be well received.
Tried to make me out to be something I never was never would be because reality over us hangs like a black cloud, sickens, and when you stare for a second you're stricken you cry man, the signs are simple and plain so play it again drifting in the last domain.
The artist is frustrated by how others perceive them and how oppressive reality can be. They want to spread their message and keep persevering.
When all the gun-talk shit that you wrote it don't float it sinks to the bottom like a fucked up boat.
People who advocate for violence and gun ownership don't have a solid argument, it will eventually fail.
And me and my posse we got a spirit and no soft puppet can ever put a limit in it
The singer and their friends are strong-willed and no one can hold them back.
Pump, pump it up, y'all
Encouraging the audience to get pumped up and excited.
so 1 2, 3 to 2, 3 to 2, 1 the wheels are set in motion and the job's getting done.
The plan is in motion and progress is being made.
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all so step to me when it hits ya
It's time to make a change and take action.
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all come to put ya in the picture
The singer wants to inform and enlighten the audience.
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all so step to me when it hits ya
It's important to take action when the time comes.
Time to make the switch, make a switch y'all come to put ya in the picture now.
The artist wants to spread awareness and inspire others to make a difference.
Contributed by Lucy J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cthulufunk
Really underrated band. Stacked Up was definitely a masterpiece. Their drummer is fantastic.
@fereshassineLoki
I wasn’t even born when this came out.
An era of music I wish I’d experienced.
@beckycullen6854
Brilliant live and underrated for sure 🙌🏼
@Katzzzz
"Just tell me when it hits ya".
OMFG Senser are genius level. Been loving this since 1992. 🤘😎💪❤
@devilsforkdigital1490
The crusty 1990s... much maligned era for music now but there were some absolute gems and Senser were one of them.
@hydorah
This man spits the bars so fast, he delivers about two album's worth of lyrics per track
@OlafMcKrak
29 years ago i got this cd ..... wtf music was so good when i was young lol
@softenerji
Stacked Up still one of my fave albums! Excellent band!
@kimmyfreak200
very underrated band...
@bionicspazmo4530
Still listening in 2019. I was there back in the day🤣 memory lane