The five members used to play in punk band Carving. They released their debut eponymous album Skip the Use produced by CALYSTA and NPE. The latter also organized their French tour and other tours in countries such as Canada, Belgium, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania for the promotion of their album recorded in YellowSub studios with Yves Jaget and Manu Guiot member of NPE, and released 5 October 2009. They also took part in a string of music festivals allowing them to gain fame.
In early 2011, they launched a well-followed blog and a single "Give Me Your Life" accompanied by a music video and in October of same year the EP Sound from the Shadow on Polydor with 5 tracks made available on digital download although limited edition CD was made of the EP but available only at live concerts of the band.
In January 2012, they were nominated for "best live group or artist revelation of the year" at Victoires de la musique. "Ghost" launched at French TV entertainment show Taratata accompanied by a choir. This was a prerelease for their album Can Be Late released on 6 February 2012. A limited edition also offered an 8-track of live renditions during a concert at Paris' Moulin Rouge La Machine venue on 27 October 2011.
Bastard Song
Skip The Use Lyrics
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Do believe in it
Listen to me 'cause I tell you something
There's many bastards, welcome in my world
I give you my load, die if you're lying to me
Open your eyes and shut the window
Please run as fast as you can
Rocking is looooooooo
Sing if you wanna be free
How are you talking to me
We start it today
That's a bastard song!
Don't mind your color
Where is your honnor
Please taste my flavor
Die if you're lying to me!
Welcome in my world No there is no god
I give you my load
Die if you're lying to me!
Open your eyes and shut the window
Please run as fast as you can
We are a crew and we're fighting for you
Rocking is looooooooo
Sing if you wanna be free
How are you talking to me
We start it today
That's a bastard song!
I give you my love
Sing if you wanna be free
How are you talking to me
We start it today
That's a bastard song!
And you know everything is true !
The song "Bastard Song" by Skip The Use is a rock anthem that celebrates the power and freedom of rock music. The lyrics speak directly to the listener, urging them to embrace rock music and reject societal norms and expectations. The opening lines, "I love rock'n'roll, Do believe in it, Listen to me 'cause I tell you something" establish this theme immediately, setting the stage for the rest of the song.
The chorus of "Sing if you wanna be free, How are you talking to me, We start it today, That's a bastard song!" is particularly powerful, as it encourages the listener to find their own voice through music and defy anyone who would try to silence them. The repeated phrase "Die if you're lying to me" also adds to this rebellious tone, suggesting that the singer will not tolerate any deception or deceit in their world.
Overall, "Bastard Song" is a hard-hitting and empowering anthem that celebrates the power of rock music as a force for freedom, rebellion, and self-expression.
Line by Line Meaning
I love rock'n'roll
I have a great affection for rock music.
Do believe in it
I have faith in the power of rock music.
Listen to me 'cause I tell you something
Pay attention to what I am about to say.
There's many bastards, welcome in my world
There are many people who are not trustworthy, but I still allow them in my life.
I give you my load, die if you're lying to me
I am giving you my trust, but if you deceive me, you will face consequences.
Open your eyes and shut the window
Be aware of what's going on and block out negative influences.
Please run as fast as you can
Flee from dangerous or threatening situations.
We are a crew and we're fighting for you
We are a group that is committed to defending and protecting you.
Rocking is looooooooo
Rock music is amazing!
Sing if you wanna be free
Express yourself through music if you want to feel liberated.
How are you talking to me
What is your attitude towards me?
We start it today
We are beginning something important today.
That's a bastard song!
This song is rebellious and goes against the norm.
Don't mind your color
Don't worry about your race or ethnicity.
Where is your honnor
Where is your sense of honor and integrity?
Please taste my flavor
Experience and enjoy what I have to offer.
Die if you're lying to me!
If you are dishonest with me, you will face severe consequences.
Welcome in my world No there is no god
You are welcome in my world, but there is no higher power or authority here.
I give you my load
I am entrusting you with something important.
And you know everything is true !
Everything I have said is genuine and authentic.
Sing if you wanna be free
Express yourself through music if you want to feel liberated.
How are you talking to me
What is your attitude towards me?
We start it today
We are beginning something important today.
That's a bastard song!
This song is rebellious and goes against the norm.
I give you my love
I am giving you my affection and emotional support.
Sing if you wanna be free
Express yourself through music if you want to feel liberated.
How are you talking to me
What is your attitude towards me?
We start it today
We are beginning something important today.
That's a bastard song!
This song is rebellious and goes against the norm.
And you know everything is true !
Everything I have said is genuine and authentic.
Contributed by Charlie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
thefuzzgroove
ça arrache ! en live c'est du pur bonheur ! energie et super intercation avec le public , ils ont mis le feu a "fête du bruit à Landernau" sans hésitation on ira vous revoir les gars !
Tawagoto Studio
Elle est très cool à jouer en concert !
19lapins
Génial! La meilleure de l'album pour moi.. Ta vidéo a été choisie sur la page Fb "7 songs a week" comme vidéo du jour le mois dernier. Un bon moyen de découvrir des pures groupes!
Z0tinFrench
Hier à Bressuire, en super final du concert, merci les STU ! Je vous conseille d'aller les voir en concert rapidement ;)
az-been dunord
J'aime c'est énergique pleins d'émotion !! Merci tonton matt
wtchfll
Bon live vu a la rodia de Besançon ! ;-) Dans un genre assez similaire et mettant, encore plus le feu sur scène, je vous conseil shaka ponk, si vous ne les connaissez pas déjà écoutez, si vous avez l'opportunité de les voir en concert foncez (200 fois mieux en live) ! Teste et approuve (2fois ;))
Romane0611
La dernière chanson du concert. Génial! ♥
dghefg dgeth
Tous simplement énorme Skip The Use !! :D
Olivier Savy
Juste énorme. De bon matin cette musique me met la pêche mais pas que la musique, le groupe aussi
patrickirland
Bravo, ça décoiffe ! Super morceau. C'est la bonne zic Française.