They existed from 1987 until 2001 and "founded at a time in which it was said that punk rock is dead, remaining always faithful to their style" (Trini Trimpop, Power Vision Festival in October 1995.) The band's Punk rock attitude is often pure, although the lyrics are about love, pain and longing.
The Bates published alongside original compositions on each of their albums at least two cover versions. Due to the fact that the cover versions arrived very well, the band released in 2000, an album that only included foreign compositions from different styles, which were presented in a completely new, Bates typical style - by the Beatles (Helter Skelter) and the Rolling Stones (Out of Time) on Sailor (Glass of Champagne) and Aneka (Japanese Boy) to Eiffel 65 (Blue). The highest chart placement of a single was number 10 in Switzerland for the Michael Jackson cover version of "Billie Jean".
In 2001, the band broke up, allegedly over disputes over the consumption of alcohol by singer / bassist and frontman Markus "Zimbl" Zimmer . Zimbl continued to record two solo albums and a side project until his death, and were released unprofessionally in small quantities and as a consequence are long out of print.
Zimbl died in his apartment on 18 June 2006, caused by a circulatory collapse, as a result of long-standing alcohol and drug addiction. In December 2006, the 3-CD compilation "A Tribute to Zimbl - Rocking on heaven's door appeared as an obituary. The proceeds of the tribute CD went to foundations in the fight against drugs.
The band, as well as family and friends Zimmer, organized a honour to him on 28 December 2006, the so-called Zimbl tribute "Rocking on heaven's door". This is also where the filming of the documentary "Zimbl - a real cool time" by Sascha Nölke occurred. Again, the entrance fees were used by the organization "Global care" to make a donation.
Fuck
The Bates Lyrics
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one, two, three, four
Fuck
Fuck
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Fuck
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The Bates's song "Fuck" is a provocative song with lyrics that, on the surface level, simply consist of the word "fuck" repeated multiple times. However, upon closer analysis, the repeated use of the word implicates a sense of anger or frustration towards someone or something. It could be interpreted as a cathartic release of one's negative emotions, a sort of scream into the void.
The song's repetitive nature can also be seen as a commentary on the mundanity of everyday life or the monotony of society's expectations. The three-beat count between each "Fuck" also creates a sense of tension, leading up to the fourth beat which then releases the tension with the expletive.
Interestingly, the song's lack of proper lyrics or much musical accompaniment allows for interpretation to be open-ended, leaving it up to the listener to come up with their own understanding of the song's intended meaning or message. It may not have been intended as a profound statement but rather a bold and blunt expression of emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
one, two, three, four
Counting in a repetitive motion, providing a sense of structure and order to the forthcoming chaos.
one, two, three, four
Continuing the previously established structure, setting the stage for the ensuing obscenities.
Fuck
A sharp and sudden exclamation, expressing a range of emotions, from anger to frustration, from pleasure to exaltation.
Fuck
A repetition of the previous exclamation, emphasizing its meaning and increasing its potency.
one, two, three, four
Returning to the familiar counting pattern again, while also intensifying the impact of the profanity.
Fuck
The third and most emphatic use of the term, perhaps indicating a sense of catharsis or release.
Fuck
A reiteration of the previous lines, bringing the song to a climactic and explosive conclusion.
one, two, three, four
A final counting pattern, providing a sense of closure and completion to the previous linguistic onslaught.
Fuck
A final utterance, suggesting a sense of satisfaction or achievement, and perhaps even a sense of rebellion and defiance.
Writer(s): Markus Zimmer Copyright: Nana Musikverlag, Discoton Musik Ed. Gmbh
Contributed by Aubrey R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.