Powerful guitar gripes, catchy vocal parts with groovy drums and expressive… Read Full Bio ↴Powerful guitar gripes, catchy vocal parts with groovy drums and expressive bass harmonies – this is what STEPFATHER FRED stands for!
With their heavy alternative rock, the young musicians from southern Germany provide an absolutely convincing mixture of “Old School vs. New School”.
Apart from many exhausting performances in clubs, halls as well as at festivals, the guy’s managed it to add some real big deals to their reference list. In 2010 for example, STEPFATHER FRED had a guest act on the world famous SOUTHSIDE FESTIVAL performing with bands like the BEATSTEAKS, BILLY TALENT or THE STROKES on their line up.
In spring 2012, STEPFATHER FRED goes on Germany tour with two international top acts – the famous EMIL BULLS from Munich and HÄMATOM. Together with the bands they will travel around Germany playing in the most popular clubs of the country. So far, the young musicians have also successfully supported bands like PRO PAIN, EXILIA or many others.
Another highlight in spring 2012 will be the publishing of the band’s second album
Raise Our Flag’ (4 April 2012). According to the guys, their second album which they recorded together with the producer Ralph Quick (H-Blockx, Die Happy) at the Rock City Studios in Solingen would definitively exceed the old one. Old songs were improved by a better and more functional song material showing their fans now a terrific new creation.

BEAT IT
Stepfather Fred Lyrics

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I'm a liar
Not able to say a true word
In my mind there's
An untangled knot
And I can't beat it!

Changing life – it's never too late
Yes, I can beat it! I can beat it!

I always stand in my own way
No, I can't beat it - can't beat it again!

I'm a fighter
Ruthless - unconscionable
I'm a phony
Hypocritical - yeah

And I began to pray
But there's a price to pay

Changing life – it's never too late
Yes, I can beat it! I can beat it!
I always stand in my own way
No, I can't beat it - can't beat it again!

B! E! A! T! Beat it!

Changing life – it's never too late
Yes, I can beat it! I can beat it!
I always stand in my own way
No, I can't beat it - can't beat it again!

Brutally I'll make my way
All the chances are fading away

I can't break that knot in my head
So, I can't beat it - can't beat it again!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Stepfather Fred's song "Beat It" portrays a person who's unable to be truthful and genuine with themselves and others. The opening line, "I'm a liar, not able to say a true word," sets this tone for the rest of the song. The singer talks about an "untangled knot" in their mind, which they can't seem to resolve and makes them unable to change. They wish to change their life, but they always stand in their own way. The refrain "Can't beat it - can't beat it again" emphasizes the difficulty the singer faces in overcoming their inner struggles.

The second verse is more aggressive, describing the singer as a "fighter" and "ruthless." They acknowledge being a hypocrite and a phony, which shows a certain level of self-awareness. The bridge "And I began to pray, but there's a price to pay" suggests that the singer is grappling with something deep-seated that's impeding their ability to change.

Overall, the lyrics to "Beat It" convey the struggle of coming to terms with oneself and trying to change for the better but getting caught up in one's own mind. The song is a reflection of the internal conflict many people face when trying to grow and become their best selves.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm a liar
I'm incapable of telling the truth

Not able to say a true word
I lack the ability to speak the truth

In my mind there's an untangled knot
My thoughts are confused and complicated

And I can't beat it!
I'm unable to overcome my mental confusion

Changing life – it's never too late
Making a change in life is always possible

Yes, I can beat it! I can beat it!
I have the strength to overcome my issues

I always stand in my own way
I'm my own obstacle to progress

No, I can't beat it - can't beat it again!
Despite my best efforts, I'm unable to overcome my issues

I'm a fighter
I'm determined to succeed

Ruthless - unconscionable
I'll do whatever it takes to win

I'm a phony
I'm insincere and fake