Skambankt was founded in Klepp, Rogaland, Norway in the year 1994. The line-up consisted of Ted Winters (Terje Vinterstø) on guitar and vocals, Don Fist (Tollak Friestad) on bass, and Hanz Panzer (Hans Egil Løe) on drums. In this configuration, the group played sporadic shows in Klepp and local areas, and some demos were recorded. Interest quickly waned and the band dissolved in 1996. Some of the songs written during this period, such as "Demoattakk" would be recorded upon the band's re-formation.
Ten years after its formation, in 2004, the original Skambankt line-up met at a stag party where there was a stage with full backline. Some time after midnight, a decision was made that the band was to be revived. They recorded some basic demos and gained some exposure through Urørt, a Norwegian radio showcase for unsigned talent. Some changes were made to the line-up; Hanz Panzer switched to the guitar and his brother, Tom Skalle (Tom Egil Løe) became the new drummer. They eventually signed a record deal with Dog Job, and recorded their first album, the self-titled Skambankt, which came out in 2004. As Winters was also a member of Kaizers Orchestra, a small number of that group's fan base embraced Skambankt as well, fueling their rising underground popularity.
Subsequently, Skambankt earned a reputation of being a live band to watch after playing at many prestigious festival shows in Norway, Denmark and Germany. Their first notable rise to fame was their concert at the 2005 Roskilde Festival, where they played for 20,000 people. In 2005, they recorded and released Skamania, an EP containing six new songs and two videos, for "KKK!" and "Me sa nei!", respectively. The style of the EP's music and lyrics is considered a transition between the band's original style and the hard rock style they would later adapt. Shortly after the release of Skamania, Tom Skalle quit the band, and was replaced by Bones Wolsman (Børge Henriksen).
On 29 January 2007, the band released their second studio album, Eliksir. The album received positive reviews and even made it as far as the 8th place on the Norwegian album charts in its first week. The band toured throughout 2007 and played a small number of shows in 2008, despite the fact that Winters performed as an active member of Kaizers Orchestra for most of the year.
That fall, the band booked a studio from September through October, where they went on to record what would become the band's next album, Hardt Regn. The album was released on 26 January 2009, with a subsequent release party and tour following shortly thereafter. The album received many positive reviews and stayed on the Norwegian album charts for six weeks, peaking at the #5 spot. Three singles were released; "Malin", "O Dessverre" and "Kom hell", the latter two of which had music videos shot for them which were played in heavy rotation on music video shows on Norwegian television.
The first single from their then-untitled fourth studio album, "Mantra", was released digitally on 17 May 2010 - the Norwegian Independence Day. The album, Søvnløs was released on 6 September 2010. A limited edition remastered LP box set (whose version of Skamania contained three bonus tracks) comprised of all their releases up until Søvnløs, was released on 8 November 2010.
In 2014, all of three years after their last album, Skambankt released Sirene in late January. So far, it is the most critically acclaimed album of theirs, having amassed glowing reviews from more than ten reputable Norwegian publications, including Dagbladet, one of the "Big Three" of Norwegian newspapers. The first single from the album was "Voodoo", released earlier that month.
Balladen Om Deg
Skambankt Lyrics
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eg håper dette her blir bedre
eg håper smilet kommer før det neste e omme
det har vært et kjipt år
nå fortjener du en vår
nå fortjener du en vår uten sår
samma ke det er - sei det til meg
samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
alle tårene me har grått
alle de sorger me har fått
du har vært sterk
men eg ser det har kosta
så hør på meg kjære
eg kommer alltid til å være her
eg kommer alltid til å være her for deg
samma ke det er - sei det til meg
samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
du e verdt det
så godt nyttår min kjære
måtte dette gir deg fred
måtte dette året få deg til å se
alt det gode du har rundt deg
alt det du har fått til
alt det gode du har fått til å skje
samma ke det er - sei det til meg
samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
The song "Balladen om Deg" by Skambankt starts with the singer expressing their hope for a better year for their loved one. They hope that the smile will come before the year ends, as the current one has been tough and difficult. The lyrics portray a desire for a springtime without wounds, indicating a fresh start and a healing period for the person they are addressing.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of communication and openness. They ask the person to tell them whatever it is, no matter the cost, and to let them in. The repetition of "samma ke det er" suggests that no matter what the issue or pain may be, the singer is willing to face it. They believe that the person they are singing to is worth it, implying that they are deserving of love and support.
The lyrics then acknowledge the hardships and sorrows that have been experienced. The singer recognizes the strength of the person they are addressing, but also acknowledges that it has come at a cost. They reassure their loved one that they will always be there for them, emphasizing their unwavering support and presence.
The chorus repeats once again, emphasizing the importance of communication and the belief that the person they are addressing is worthy of love and support. The line "du e verdt det" (you are worth it) is particularly powerful in conveying the singer's belief in their loved one's value and worthiness.
The song concludes with a wish for a peaceful new year for their loved one. They hope that this year will allow them to see and appreciate all the good things they have and all the accomplishments they have achieved. The lyrics once again emphasize the importance of communication and express the singer's readiness to face any obstacles alongside the person they care about.
Overall, "Balladen om Deg" is a heartfelt and supportive song that addresses the struggles and challenges faced by someone dear to the singer. The lyrics convey a message of unconditional love, support, and the belief in the worthiness and strength of the person they are addressing.
Line by Line Meaning
godt nyttår min kjære
Wishing you a happy new year, my dear.
eg håper dette her blir bedre
I hope things improve for you.
eg håper smilet kommer før det neste e omme
I hope your smile returns before it's too late.
det har vært et kjipt år
It has been a tough year.
nå fortjener du en vår
Now you deserve a springtime.
nå fortjener du en vår uten sår
Now you deserve a spring without wounds.
samma ke det er - sei det til meg
No matter what it is - tell me.
samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
No matter what it is - let me in.
samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
No matter what it costs - you are worth it.
alle tårene me har grått
All the tears we have cried.
alle de sorger me har fått
All the sorrows we have received.
du har vært sterk
You have been strong.
men eg ser det har kosta
But I see it has cost you.
så hør på meg kjære
So listen to me, dear.
eg kommer alltid til å være her
I will always be here.
eg kommer alltid til å være her for deg
I will always be here for you.
du e verdt det
You are worth it.
måtte dette gir deg fred
May this bring you peace.
måtte dette året få deg til å se
May this year make you see.
alt det gode du har rundt deg
All the good things you have around you.
alt det du har fått til
All that you have accomplished.
alt det gode du har fått til å skje
All the good things you have made happen.
du er verdt det
You are worth it.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Terje Winterstø Røthing
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gloria Giraldo
Balladen Om Deg - Skambankt
Godt nyttår min kjære
Eg håper dette her blir bedre
Eg håper smilet kommer før det neste e omme
Det har vært et kjipt år
Nå fortjener du en vår
Nå fortjener du en vår uten sår
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
Alle tårene me har grått
Alle de sorger me har fått
Du har vært sterk
Men eg ser det har kosta
Så hør på meg kjære
Eg kommer alltid til å være her
Eg kommer alltid til å være her for deg
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
Du e verdt det
Så godt nyttår min kjære
Måtte dette gir deg fred
Måtte dette året få deg til å se
Alt det gode du har rundt deg
Alt det du har fått til
Alt det gode du har fått til å skje
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
Gloria Giraldo
Balladen Om Deg - Skambankt
Godt nyttår min kjære
Eg håper dette her blir bedre
Eg håper smilet kommer før det neste e omme
Det har vært et kjipt år
Nå fortjener du en vår
Nå fortjener du en vår uten sår
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
Alle tårene me har grått
Alle de sorger me har fått
Du har vært sterk
Men eg ser det har kosta
Så hør på meg kjære
Eg kommer alltid til å være her
Eg kommer alltid til å være her for deg
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
Du e verdt det
Så godt nyttår min kjære
Måtte dette gir deg fred
Måtte dette året få deg til å se
Alt det gode du har rundt deg
Alt det du har fått til
Alt det gode du har fått til å skje
Samma ke det er - sei det til meg
Samma ke det er - slepp meg inn
Samma ke det koster - du er verdt det
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