1. Growing up on Hono, a small island outside Gothenburg, Andreas was influenced by his father's love of electronic music. Artists such as Brian Eno and 60's soundtrack experimentalist David Axelrod inspired Andreas to create progressive and original tracks. Another major influence is jazz legend Herbie Hancock, who motivated Andreas to master improvisation skills on his first instrument, the keyboard.
Andreas started playing the piano at the age of six and discovered techno and other experimental music at the age of 14. Today Andreas is involved in several projects. His Swell Session moniker on Hollow recordings has received acclaim from the likes of Gilles Peterson, Les Gammas and LTJ Bukem.
Not one to be confined to a particular style, Andreas records techno for SLS and Fleebite and with his partner Jonatan has an experimental pop duo, Saagolime.
2. Stateless are Chris James (lead vocals, keyboards, guitars), kidkanevil (turntables, sampling, programming), Justin Percival (bass, vocals) and Dave Levin (drums). Their self titled debut album was released on July 16th 2007 on !K7, whilst their sophomore release 'Matilda' was released 21 February 2011 on Ninja Tune. kidkanevil also releases solo work, see www.kidkanevilofficial.com for more info.
The Language
Stateless Lyrics
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A smiling fire bomb
Shake, shake another hand, crush another soul
With your fame and your medicine
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
I don't understand this language
Cast, cast another stone
A stone to keep us safe from these broken promises
Dream an everlasting dream
A dream where we escape these new speak savages
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
You better make for the oxygen tent
And try to sleep with one eye open
'Cause they have ways to divert your attention
They have ways to disguise the intention
Duck tape not just on my mouth I'm wrapped up in it
Can't break free from the money that's trapped up in it
Unwilling passenger on this suicide mission
Genocide every side getting dirtier and dirtier with every very new rendition
Every mother, every child that's died for the pride
Of the false stride of a politician
And they haunt every corner of my minds eye ask why?
But the answers are missing
With holes in the stories that are half truth half lie
Consequences smouldering
But the fire burns bright for the masses what's right
Is the life of the mission
You better make for the oxygen tent
And try to sleep with one eye open
'Cause they have ways to divert our attention
And they have ways to disguise the intention
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
The lyrics of Stateless’s song “The Language” are an embodiment of the frustration and despair felt by the oppressed towards those in power, who use their language and actions to suppress and manipulate. The first verse describes the use of explosive speech and handshakes to maintain control and power, while crushing souls in the process. The chorus expresses the singer’s inability to comprehend this language of fighting fire with fire, which only leads to destruction for all.
The second verse highlights the use of language to manipulate and deceive, using broken promises to cast stones of blame and create a false sense of safety. The singer dreams of escaping from the influence of these “newspeak savages,” but is ultimately trapped and suffocated by the power and money that drives them. The third verse speaks to the consequences of this language and its impact on innocent lives, with politicians willing to sacrifice the lives of others for their own gain.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the language and actions of those in power, revealing the corruption and manipulation inherent in their methods, and calling for a change towards a more just and equitable society.
Line by Line Meaning
Speak explosive speech, speech to keep us safe
Speak forcefully and passionately to convey ideas that promote safety and security
A smiling fire bomb
An attractive and charming yet dangerous individual
Shake, shake another hand, crush another soul, With your fame and your medicine
Exploit others to gain more fame and wealth by pretending to help them with empty promises and false cures
I don't understand this language, You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
Confusion about the violent and harmful methods used by those in power which only result in harm and destruction for everyone
Cast, cast another stone, A stone to keep us safe from these broken promises
Use harsh methods to protect ourselves from the deceitful and unreliable behavior of our leaders
Dream an everlasting dream, A dream where we escape these new speak savages
Imagine a better world free from the manipulative and deceptive language used by those in power
You better make for the oxygen tent, And try to sleep with one eye open, 'Cause they have ways to divert your attention, They have ways to disguise the intention
Be vigilant and alert because those in power use various tactics to distract and deceive us
Duck tape not just on my mouth I'm wrapped up in it, Can't break free from the money that's trapped up in it, Unwilling passenger on this suicide mission, Genocide every side getting dirtier and dirtier with every very new rendition
Feeling trapped and helpless, unable to escape the corrupt system that benefits from the suffering and death of others
Every mother, every child that's died for the pride, Of the false stride of a politician, And they haunt every corner of my minds eye ask why?, But the answers are missing
The innocent victims of political decisions and selfish actions are never forgotten and the reasons for their suffering remain unclear
With holes in the stories that are half truth half lie, Consequences smouldering, But the fire burns bright for the masses what's right, Is the life of the mission
The true facts are hidden and distorted, leading to destructive outcomes, yet the masses still follow the misguided mission
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned, I don't understand this language
Using violent and harmful methods only leads to more destruction and confusion
Lyrics © ROUGH TRADE PUBLISHING
Written by: CHRISTOPHER ALCOCK, DAVID LEVIN, GERARD ROBERTS, JUSTIN PERCIVAL, LATEEF KENNETH DAUMONT, RODERICK BUCHANAN-DUNLOP
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Speak explosive speech, speech to keep us safe
A smiling fire bomb
Shake, shake another hand, crush another soul
With your fame and your medicine
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
Cast, cast another stone
A stone to keep us safe from these broken promises
Dream an everlasting dream
A dream where we escape these new speak savages
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
I don't understand this language
You fight fire with fire and we all get burned
You better make for the oxygen tent
And try to sleep with one eye open
'Cause they have ways to divert your attention
They have ways to disguise the intention
Duck tape not just on my mouth I'm wrapped up in it
Can't break free from the money that's trapped up in it
Unwilling passenger on this suicide mission
Genocide every side getting dirtier and dirtier with every very new rendition
Every mother, every child that's died for the pride
Of the false stride of a politician
And they haunt every corner of my minds eye ask why?
But the answers are missing
With holes in the stories that are half truth half lie
Consequences smouldering
But the fire burns bright for the masses what's right
Is the life of the mission"
You better make for the oxygen tent
And try to sleep with one eye open
'Cause they have ways to divert your attention
They have ways to disguise the intention
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
Fire with fire and we'll all get burned
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand this language
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
I don't understand
(Fire with fire and we'll all get burned)
@bleedlakerspng
I understand This Language. Anyone with an ear for great music does.
@skrappyshatzz
I just found this band yesterday and I've literally already listened to everything they've got to offer. Such music they make...my ears are very happy, and my mind is a bit less restless.
@indecisiveloser
God damn, when it kicked at 3:10. Woah. With every song, I like this band more and more.
@kissmethf4166
Yessssssssjsufbwudbdfq qgdwofjebr, they're my favorite, so amazing
@eccentricraven
"They have ways to divert our attention and ways to disguise their intentions " right, but most of us have caught on.
@derrickmillion
been a stateless fan since the beginning. just found this song. holy shit
@rawnova1
Just discovered this band and wow!
@midnightboom177
this is so amazing. they are quickly becoming one of my favorite bands.
@twiligh4trinitya
How is this not more popular? It's so good.
@kirschteinable
recently rediscovered stateless and I am so glad I did, I absolutely love their music x_x