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.
Poor Little Girl
The Bates Lyrics
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I am your ripper
I am your ripper
I'm gonna rip you to shreds
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
I am your slayer
I am your slayer
I am your slayer
I'm gonna rip you to shreds
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
POOR LITTLE GIRL
(Instrumental)
I am your killer
I am your killer
I am your killer
I'm gonna rip you to shreds
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
Poor little girl
POOR LITTLE GIRL
The Bates's song "Poor Little Girl" is a haunting and disturbing portrayal of a killer's mindset. The repetition of "I am your ripper, slayer, killer" creates a sense of ownership and control over the victim, implying that the killer sees themselves as having power over their prey. The repeated phrase "I'm gonna rip you to shreds" emphasizes the violence and brutality of the crime that is about to take place. The phrase "Poor little girl" underscores the vulnerability of the victim and highlights the tragedy of their fate.
The use of repetition throughout the song creates a hypnotic and unsettling atmosphere that draws the listener in and leaves them feeling disturbed. The instrumental break in the middle of the song provides a moment of respite from the relentless repetition of the phrase "poor little girl", allowing the listener to reflect on the meaning and implications of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I am your ripper
I am the one who will tear you apart and destroy you
Poor little girl
You are a helpless victim, vulnerable and alone
I am your slayer
I will hunt you down and kill you mercilessly
POOR LITTLE GIRL
The artist emphasizes the pitiful state of the girl, expressing a sadistic pleasure in her suffering
I am your killer
The artist takes pride in their role as the one who will end the girl's life
Contributed by Josiah V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dystopia23
Eine der für mich prägensten Bands ever!
Ein grandioser Musiker der ganz klar fehlt :/
Anna Palava
Live und auf CD - die waren der Hammer und lassen mich immer noch tanzen (und leider auch weinen, wenn ich dran denke, dass Zimbl von uns gegangen ist..)
Louis Varas
Er lebt in uns weiter! Wir schulden es ihn weiter zu leben und zu rocken!
Das Rostkehlchen
Sämtliche Songs die von Zimbl und Co gecovert wurden lassen das Herz eines jeden Rock fans höher schlagen. 👍🎵🎶🎼😎
Lotte Lange
ich glaube Elmar Naumann hat nicht verstanden ,das durch ,so großartige Menschen wie Zimbl die Klassiker niemals in Vergessenheit geraten,ich bin mit dieser Musik aufgewachsen ,und ich finde es göttlich,wie er es rüber bringt,Schade deine Zeit war wohl doch nicht so wild,ich bin unendlich traurig das Er nicht mehr da ist !!!!!
ChiChi andJo
LOVE this! :D
zico 2193
Zimbl & die Bates waren einzigartig!!
F Froschkonzert
Witziges Video! Die Musik klasse! Hätte ich gerne auch mal live gesehen.
Crazy-B.
Absolut unvergessen! Absolut ewig!!!
Die Metal Schlagzeugerin
Geil!