THE FAIR SEX is:
Myk Jung: Vocals,
Rascal Nikov : Master Bass, Prog… Read Full Bio ↴THE FAIR SEX is:
Myk Jung: Vocals,
Rascal Nikov : Master Bass, Programming,
Blonder : Guitar,
Moses W. Guitar.

The lineup has been consistent since the band formed a decade ago in Essen Germany, except for the tragic death of their drummer live on stage in 1988. He was never replaced, only by machines. TFS was one of the first bands ever to crossover electronics with guitars back in the mid 1980's. It amuses the band that the current electro industrial genre is stressing the use of mixing electronics and guitars as if a contradiction. As a pioneer of this trend TFS's past decade of work demonstrates how inspiring it has been to work on both sides of the spectrum.

THE FAIR SEX has released three full length records on their first label Roof Music, thereafter signed to Rough Trade where they released five more titles. The band's first North American national release Machine Bites, was a classic anthology of their previous five titles. The single "Not Now, Not Here" was a smash club hit. Alternative Press called the record "a must". Touted as the kings of electro body music and successor to Skinny Puppy , their first U.S. release created a good underground fan base and impact with the media.

Three years in the making Labyrinth is the first rock "cyberopera". This historic release comes with a seven page press kit to guide one through the cyberaction adventure. THE FAIR SEX show their greatest range yet incorporating various genres such as classical and opera. The sixteen song album defines the future of industrial music. Featured singles include "Cyberbite" and "You Know How", both European dance club hits.

Their latest collection of unreleased live and studio material, Fine. We Are Alive, features the smash dance floor single "Outraged And Moved" and the SKINNY PUPPY (live version) of "The House Of Unkinds". TFS has topped the charts with their past releases Labyrinth and Machine Bites, now Fine. We Are Alive will take its place in Electro Industrial history. This album is a must for fans of the the past Skinny Puppy era. The Electro - Industrial changing of the guard is now in The Fair Sex hands. With the success of national club charted singles "Now Now. Not Here", "You Know How", Fine. We Are Alive promises to be a breakout for the band - now entering its next decade!

THE FAIR SEX combines the best of hard electronic dance music with well placed guitar staccatos. Over the years TFS has drawn a strong following throughout Europe and are considered a predominate influence to the Electronic Body Music club scene. TESTIFY is the evil brother of THE FAIR SEX and has had great crossover success with the fans of the Metal - Industrial genre. The music video A.N.G.E.R. was featured on MTV!

After a lengthy absence The Fair Sex return with their first ever double CD retrospective set entitled "The Dark Ages" which includes a best of compilation from the last chance years and two brand new unreleased tracks, "Children of the Revolution" (T Rex) and "Beautiful Nightmare: The Number One".

TFS goes into the studio vault with "Drop Your Anxiety" and brings out new remixes from the past including songs reworked from "Bite Release Bite", "Spell of Joy" and "Labyrinth". These seminal club tracks are destined to be dance floor staples for years to come. Both new The Fair Sex releases take their place as timeless classic albums in the genre.

Equipment - Cubase, Akai S1000, several old TXes, Microwave, Oberheims, Yamaha VL70 virtual, CS1x, Cs2x. The last ones mentioned brought into by digital fidelitys Peavy.

You Know How
The Fair Sex Lyrics

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Krabbarth and Rasmarkuyn addressing Tancer:
"It is yours to build the future
You constructor, the corrector
You're the factor

You will surely save the future
For the rapture, yeah, the rapture
Of your mind and your soul

No need for new religion
You've got a vision, you're on mission
You gotta live it, don't you kick it

If it comes to find decisions
You should listen to the voices
Yeah, the voices, for you know it
Yeah, you know it, 'cause you know it

You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')"

Tancer:
"The question is how we're gonna get it
Without help, so utterly alone
Hello! We're dancing on the border
A kind of dance that no one dared before"

The other two again:
"It is yours to build the future
You constructor, the corrector
You're the factor

You will surely save the future
For the rapture, yeah, the rapture
Of your mind and your soul

No need for new religion
You've got a vision, you're on mission
You gotta live it, don't you kick it

If it comes to find decisions
You should listen to the voices
Yeah, the voices, for you know it
Yeah, you know it, 'cause you know it

You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')

You are the factor
It's in your nature
To forge the future
Before it breaks ya!

You are the factor
It's in your nature
To forge the future
Before it breaks ya!

You are the factor
It's in your nature
To forge the future
Before it breaks ya!

You are the factor
It's in your nature
To forge the future
Before it breaks ya!

You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')

You know how, how ('Yes.')
You know how, how ('Yes.')"

Overall Meaning

The Fair Sex's "You Know How" is an inspirational song about taking charge of your own future. The lyrics are directed towards Tancer, urging him to be the "constructor" and "corrector" of his own destiny. The song emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, listening to your inner voice, and taking action to make your dreams a reality.

The song starts with Krabbarth and Rasmarkuyn addressing Tancer directly, telling him that it is his responsibility to build the future. They refer to him as the "factor" and say that he has the power to save the future. They encourage him to listen to his inner voice and to avoid following a new religion. Instead, they tell him to live his vision and trust his instincts when making decisions.

Tancer responds, saying that he is unsure of how to achieve his goals without help. However, he acknowledges that he is dancing on the border, taking risks that no one else has dared to take.

Throughout the song, Krabbarth and Rasmarkuyn repeat the same message, emphasizing Tancer's role as the factor in his own life. The song ends with a repeated chant of "you know how," reinforcing the message that Tancer has the power to shape his own future.

Overall, "You Know How" is a motivational song about taking control of your own destiny. It encourages listeners to trust their instincts and to take action to make their visions a reality.

Line by Line Meaning

It is yours to build the future
The responsibility of building the future lies with you

You constructor, the corrector
As a creator, you have the ability to fix what needs to be corrected

You're the factor
You are an important component that can make a difference

You will surely save the future
You have the potential to save the future

For the rapture, yeah, the rapture
For the excitement and joy of achieving something great

Of your mind and your soul
In a way that aligns with your beliefs and values

No need for new religion
You don't need a new belief system to guide you

You've got a vision, you're on mission
You have a clear goal and purpose

You gotta live it, don't you kick it
You need to fully embrace your vision and not abandon it

If it comes to find decisions
When the time comes to make decisions

You should listen to the voices
You should listen to the voices that matter most to you