There is more than one artist with this name:

1) An Italian Hardstyl… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:

1) An Italian Hardstyle DJ and Producer
2) An electro-dub reggae band from Denver, Colorado, USA
3) A punk band from Poland
4) A Native American band
5) A Progressive/Post-Metal, Vancouver based band.

1) Tatanka Biography
It was around 1993 when he first got in contact with Dance/House music.
Fascinated as he was by this scene, he started mixing records together with a friend who occassionally used to organize some private parties among student friends.
In 1995 he got his first opportunity to be a residence-DJ at the Alhambra Club on the Sunday's afternoon.
Two years later he had his first collaboration with Radio Mare Imperiale which introduced him also for some gigs at the Imperiale di Tirenia in Pisa.
After that it took about another year to see him in control on the decks at the nocturnal clubs.
The first [and only] club which saw him Bing resident on Saturdays was the Evolution Planet in Busseto and, in time, Tatanka's LiveSets made their round across the Italian nation... which eventually brought him bookings at clubs such as "Shock", "Domina" and the "TntKamasutra".

Nowadays Tatanka refuses to be a resident at any club, in order to stay available to play his LiveSets every Saturdaynight in a different corner of the beautifull Italian nation together with the Free Spirit family.
Other than the clubs as mentioned above Tatanka also worked with; [Not in order of appearance]
RegiaMania, Ecu, Bolgia, Cyborg, Hollywood, il Pach�Paradise, Italghisa, Parhasar, Due, Dupl�Taverna Jory, La Gare, Notorius, Ninfa Egeria,Areamito, Shibuya, Florida, Extravaganza, JeJ, il Tempio, Stargate, Blue Kaos, U-boot 96, People, Sportin Club, Sundance Event, Boom, la Canniccia, Street Parade Italia and many more...
Other than this he has also played at events such as; X-Qlusive Italy, QlubTempo-14, Frequence Festival,
Defqon1 2005,XX-lerator, Hardbass and the Swiss Titanic event.

DJ for about 12 years now and producer for about 7 years and made Mixes and ReMixes for RecordLabels like; OverTek, ZanzaTraxx, Pasta, DjU, Sigma, Wicked, Activa, Loud e Clear and many more.
With those he has released some of his masters under some other aliasses like; Tatact, Tatarola, The Stomper, Pastaman, Bison, LiquidFighters, PokoPunk, Kam, Kx3 and many more...

2) The meaning of 'Tatanka':
Tatanka is a Native American word from the Cheyenne tribe and means; Bison.
In ancient times the Bisons romed the American prairies in hurds, and as they passed in a running stampede... the ground trembled along with it.Homegrown in Denver Colorado, Tatanka is a three piece specializing in the sounds of dub, progressive reggae and electro. Heavy Drum & Bass grooves originating from within provide the pulse for the party as the music invites you to get down and dirty. These Denver players have shared the stage with many major national acts and continue to push they're sound to the next level. As a young band they persist to impress people all over the nation and have a following in states all over the USA. Soon to be major players in dub, these boys will show you a sound like you have never heard or seen before. Keep an ear out for Tatanka as they make their way to a speaker near you.

http://tatankadub.bandcamp.com/

The Yard
Tatanka Lyrics

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roll up
sensimilla stalk
burning up the herb
could land you inna cell block
bless the day don't fade away
sensi herb plot
take you to my yard
smoke and sing all of our songs

politicians brandish it as poison to our people
lies they disguise
only make them seem weaker
pushing out the sound
we been blowin up your speakers
don't have no time for no cocaine
or no tweakers
so get up get up
can you hear us right now
stand up stand up
herb smoking aloud
sinsemilla stalk
in my yard its gon grow

lighting up the herb
so you let us feel our flow

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tatanka's song "The Yard" touch upon the controversial topic of marijuana use and the societal perceptions associated with it. The song begins by warning about the consequences of smoking sensimilla, a potent strain of marijuana that could potentially lead to imprisonment in a cell block. Despite this risk, the artist emphasizes the importance of cherishing the day and not letting it fade away, suggesting a sense of urgency and appreciation for the present moment.

The sensi herb plot mentioned in the lyrics symbolizes a sacred and personal space where one can retreat to enjoy the simple pleasures of smoking and singing songs. The artist contrasts the hypocritical stance of politicians who demonize marijuana as a poison for the people, while in reality, their deceitful tactics only expose their own weaknesses. By pushing out their sound and blowing up speakers, the artist asserts their defiance against the establishment's attempts to suppress their message.

The lyrics express a rejection of harder substances like cocaine and tweakers, emphasizing a preference for the natural high that marijuana offers. The call to action to "get up get up" and the encouragement to stand up for the right to smoke herb openly and proudly underscore a sense of empowerment and unity among like-minded individuals. The recurring theme of sinsemilla stalk growing in the artist's yard signifies a connection to nature and a sense of self-sufficiency in cultivating one's own source of herbal enjoyment.

In the final lines of the song, the act of lighting up the herb is described as a way to tap into one's creative flow and feel a sense of liberation. The artist paints a vivid picture of a communal gathering in the yard, where smoking herb becomes a ritualistic practice that fosters camaraderie and artistic expression. Overall, "The Yard" by Tatanka serves as both a celebration of the cannabis culture and a rebellion against the stigmatization of a plant that holds personal and communal significance for many individuals.

Line by Line Meaning

roll up
preparing a joint for smoking

sensimilla stalk
high-quality marijuana plant

burning up the herb
smoking marijuana

could land you inna cell block
getting arrested for possession

bless the day don't fade away
appreciating the present

sensi herb plot
growing a marijuana garden

take you to my yard
inviting you to my home

smoke and sing all of our songs
enjoying the high and music together

politicians brandish it as poison to our people
government demonizing marijuana

lies they disguise
false information they portray

only make them seem weaker
exposes their weakness