Together with GeoSuPhat and Der Basser they are the powerful triad of The Togeo Projects, a collaboration of genres and generations, electronic motivation and analog inspiration cumulating in pure raw grit. Rock meets Electro house and ambient glitch.
Tobias was born in 1979 in Germany where his father was serving in the military and met and married his mother. He first had a guitar in his hands at 4 years of age and was programming with his father on commodore 64s and amigas by the time he was eight. He moved around with his parents from Gemany to Michigan, Colorado and ended up back in Germany in 1989 at the age of ten.
Growing up listening to the classic rock music of his parents and moving on to alternative rock in the 90s. GnR, Nirvana to the Beasty Boys and FatBoy Slim. He has a deep appreciation of all musical genres and uses his computer and musical skills to inovate new genre combinations of electronic music drawing on his past influences of rock as well.
He speaks both German and English fluently and has been working ss a free lance web designer and graphic artist that has been involved with the design of numerous websites and graphic productions.
He is always looking for new ways to utilize computer based digital electronic instruments into his unique style of music.
Traffic Jam
Sum-1 Lyrics
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I don't know what I'll get
Gonna find me some
More of this adrenaline
Going fast, you go slow
I'm just trying to get
To you to get to you
I was out of control
Now I'm stuck in my car
And baby you're one to blame
Should I go down this road
Maybe I know what I get
For this get for this
Be prepared to just run
Away to just run away
If it's in the past
Why don't you show me?
Why don't you show me?
Been waiting for green light
To take us on that highway
Cuz maybe we are halfway there
Do you dare to stand in my way
Cause I don't know babe
Walking 'round restless streets
Nothing comes for free
But you breath down my neck
If you know what I mean
So I can't walk away
And you know that you like
The chase like the chase
Like the chase
Boy, your love got me
Stuck in this Traffic Jam
Would you stay, would you go
Now, what was the plan?
Know you know, pick me up
Can you please help me understand
Understand (the plan, the plan)
Be prepared to just run
Away to just run away
If it's in the past
Why don't you show me?
Why don't you show me?
Been waiting for green light
To take us on that highway
Cuz maybe we are halfway there
Do you dare to stand in my way
Cause I don't know babe
Aww!
Been trippin' bout this life
While we fucked up in the ceilin'
And that's when get these feelings
On a thursday night
Why slow things down
There's need to come crawling
When the fuel is still running
So stop messing around
(Be prepared)
Been trippin' bout this life
While we fucked up in the ceilin'
On a thursday night
(Be prepared)
Why slow things down
There's need to come crawling
So stop messing around
(Be prepared)
Are you willing to drive me out
This traffic jam tonight
Are you willing to drive me out
This traffic jam tonight
Are you willing, are you willing
Out this traffic jam tonight
Been trippin' bout this life
Been trippin' bout this life
The lyrics of Sum-1's "Traffic Jam" evoke a sense of restless energy and uncertainty as the singer grapples with the choices and emotions surrounding a tumultuous relationship. The opening lines ponder whether to continue down a certain path, unsure of what lies ahead but craving the adrenaline rush that comes with it. The contrast between going fast and the other person going slow reflects a disconnect in their relationship, with the singer yearning to reach their partner despite feeling out of control due to the intensity of their connection.
As the song progresses, there is a sense of urgency and a desire to break free from the confines of the current situation. The singer questions why the past is still haunting them and longs for a sign or a green light to move forward. The mention of being halfway there suggests a pivotal moment in the relationship, with a challenge posed to the other person to either support or obstruct the singer's journey. The reference to walking the restless streets symbolizes the internal struggle faced by the singer, torn between the desire to break free and the pull of the intense attraction they feel.
The theme of being "stuck in this Traffic Jam" serves as a metaphor for feeling trapped and conflicted in the relationship, with the singer questioning whether to stay or leave. The lyrics explore the push and pull dynamics of love and desire, highlighting the difficulty of walking away when the other person exerts a magnetic pull on them. The repeated plea for understanding and the mention of being willing to be driven out of the traffic jam reflect a sense of longing for clarity and resolution in the midst of chaos and confusion.
The final verses of the song delve into the introspective thoughts and emotions of the singer, reflecting on the complexities of life and love. The reference to tripping about life while being tangled up emotionally conveys a sense of vulnerability and introspection. The plea to stop messing around and the repeated questioning of whether the other person is willing to drive them out of the traffic jam hint at a desire for honesty, communication, and a willingness to navigate the challenges together. Overall, "Traffic Jam" captures the emotional turmoil and complexity of a relationship at a crossroads, with the singer grappling with conflicting emotions and seeking clarity amidst the chaos.
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