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1) The kids are a punk rock band based in Antwerp, Belgium. They were one of the first groups in Belgium to really tap into the power of the international punk scene which was erupting in 1976-77.
Formed by three angry dock(work)ers, the group evolves from pure energy on the first album to more varied and adult songs. Ludo Mariman (in "Wit-lof from Belgium") on the changes the band went trough : "Look, punk may be dead and over. But that doesn't mean we have to go away. We are almost a normal rock band now. We even have a slow song. We play better. We don't spit on the public anymore, now we try to amuse them".
In 1986, after 10 years THE KIDS decided to stop playing and LUDO MARIMAN started his solocareer. But in 1996, 20 years after the first gig THE KIDS held a reunion-tour. The first two albums were reproduced on one CD and a double album. THE KIDS will continue playing as long as ....... 'THE KIDS ARE UNITED'.
In 2001 THE KIDS were 25 YEARS young and in december of that same year the Live CD FLABBERGASTED! was released. In 2005 they release a new single "Freedom, Liberty, Democracy". In 2006 the KIDS are 30!
2007 saw the release of THE KIDS ANTHOLOGY, a box including all albums between 1978 and 1985, completed with a DVD of a live concert recorded in 1982.
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Because i made a bio for a kids page and i now found out there is also a The Kids page on lastfm i copy paste this over here.
One of the first groups in Belgium to really tap into the power of the international punk scene which was erupting in 1976-77 were The Kids. In retrospect, it is a bit foolish to call the Kids a "punk"-group, since they were much too R&B for that, but they certainly communicated the "punk"-feeling.
Front-man Ludo Mariman in "Wit-lof from Belgium": "In 1976 we were together in a band called "Crash". None of us could really play. We just hammered away, hard and fast, sounding like a really bad Velvet Underground. When the first news of the punk explosion in Britain started to come through, I went to London. I wanted to know what was going on over there, and if these guys had the seem feelings of anger I had. I remember the shivers down my spine seeing Eddie & The Hot Rods. I also saw the Ramones and then I knew we had that same music within us. Technically we could handle it, because you don't have to master the instruments to play punk music".
"Bloody Belgium", "Fascist cops", "No Monarchy" and "Rock over Belgium" were the songs which got them started.
They played support acts for Iggy Pop and Patti Smith in 1977.
Formed by three angry dock(work)ers, the group evolves from pure energy on the first album to more varied and adult songs. Ludo Mariman (again in "Wit-lof from Belgium") on the changes the band went trough : "Look, punk may be dead and over. But that doesn't mean we have to go away. We are almost a normal rock band now. We even have a slow song. We play better. We don't spit on the public anymore, now we try to amuse them".
Strangely enough, their two first albums were produced by Leo Caerts, the man who had been a band-leader for the likes of Will Tura etc. and the author of the world hit "Eviva España" (see Samantha).
In 1979 they release a single together with Jo Lemaire & Flouze : Jo sings "Tintarella di Luna", the Kids do a cover of "Louie Louie".
The album "Living in the 20th century" becomes a classic. They even hit the hitparades with "Dancing".
Their moment of fame however is the brilliant song "There will be no next time" (or as Humo put it : "the world hit which never was one").
After the split of the group in 1985, the front-singer of the band Ludo Mariman, a former professional soccer-player for Antwerp, keeps trying to make it in the music business. He sings "Angie" for the LSP-band and returns to the public eye four years later with "You never know what's yours" and has kept on recording ever since. Although his records are always of reasonable quality, he never really manages to produce the excitement which was a trademark for The Kids.
That Mariman is a well-respected artist can be deduced from this expert for the 1994 album "They say" in Humo : "Mariman is, just as when he invented the punk movement for the low countries 18 years ago, still angry and that is a quality of this man. ... Most of the twelve songs on this album were written and sung from the viewpoint of something that somebody who has a much smoother tongue than me has described as the "wet dog syndrome". ... Authenticity. You cannot buy it in your local shopping mall. Ludo Mariman has had tons of it for years, and now he has even produced a very good cd with it."
1996 sees a surprise comeback for the Kids. They decide to reform the band and tour the summerfestivals. In 1998 they are featured on the soundtrack of the Belgian movie "Dief". They also reappear on national television (on "Nieuwe Maandag"). Ludo Mariman says the group now has a status where it can decide to play together once in while. They will also continue to tour in the summer of 1998.
This tour lasted well into 1999. During this they found out that they are doing to their own amazement - well eh - amazingly well in Eastern Germany. "There is a lot of demand for punks of the first generation over there. The sadder the surroundings, the better punkrock thrives", said singer Ludo Mariman in "Het Nieuwsblad".
The group has undergone some changes in personnel : ex-Scabs Frankie Saenen now hits the drums, and young Pieter Van Buyten (see also Flip Kowlier, Chitlin' Fooks) handles the bass. Ludo Mariman and guitar-player Luk Van De Poel remain on their post. On March 13th 2001, a live-concert in the Ancienne Belgique was recorded, and the goal still is to release a CD with this material.
Members:
- Ludo Mariman (vocals, guitar) -- Ludo Mariman (zang, gitaar)
- Danny De Haes - Pieter Van Buyten (bass) -- Danny De Haes - Pieter Van Buyten (bas)
- Luk Van De Poel (guitar) -- Luk Van De Poel (gitaar)
- Eddy De Haes - Cesar Janssen - Frankie Saenen(drums) -- Eddy De Haes - Cesar Janssen - Frankie Saenen (drums)
Albums (The Kids):
- The Kids (Fontana - 1978)
- Naughty kids (Fontana - 1978)
- Living in the 20th century (Mercury - 1979)
- Black out (Mercury - 1981)
- If the kids ... (Mercury - 1982)
- Gotcha! (Konexion - 1985)
Compilations :
- The Kids (Release on CD of the first two albums + bonus-tracks) (Polygram - 1996)
- The Kids Anthology (3 cd's, one live cd + 2 bonus cd's and a dvd) (Universal 2007)
Albums (Ludo Mariman) :
- You never know what's yours (Kafka - 1989)
- They say (Donor - 1994)
http://www.thekidspunk.eu
source: http://houbi.com/belpop/groepen/kids.htm
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2) The Kids is also a Norwegian rock band from Trondheim. With Dag Ingebrigtsen as lead singer and Torstein Flakne (now Stage Dolls) on lead guitar. Dag Ingebrigtsen has been taking part in almost every song made for Rosenborg footballclub, and has been influential in what to be known as "trønder-rock". In 1979 their hit "Hun er forelska i lærer'n" where at the top of Norways hitchart.
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3) Early Connecticut punk rock band
4) The Kids was finnish child group. They have released album "The Kids" in 2000. Members were Ida ja Joanna Kupiainen and Anniina Merisalo.
I feel allright
The Kids Lyrics
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See where I'm going? Ain't nothing can change me
All this money, somebody pay me
Switch to the coupe just me and my lady
Lil something to make the hood go crazy
Glock two piece (peace) like two Mercedes'
Try if you wanna, got a wife and baby that need me there
I don't shoot to the air
I'm too cool, but I need more air
They talk like school, but I've been known there
I'm in my chair, and I give no care
Awe yeah, I'm aware
This freestyle here might get ya scared
Speed right by, make you check my ride
Say you not home, but I bet your there
I know they been looking for me I been on the down low
Shook Ones in my whip we pushing p don't ever doubt bro
I'm on to something
Like I ain't smoked up in a month or something
Summers coming, got my go-to right by all my loved ones
Running all these circles tell me I should put the 1 first
Hundreds in my pocket make me feel like I'm above earth
L-L-Let's run it up and drop it, I can tell you how I got this
But this doesn't change my options, i stack money then put God first
Remember that
I put in hard work, yea
I put in hard work, hard work
I feel like Wayne when he had braids
I'm in my lane and when I change
I make a way, I never brake, I don't complain, I just adapt
And if I act like I'm ok, that's cuz my money looking straight
Don't entertain what people say, cuz most the time they running late
Don't twist love for what it ain't, like mixing real with someone fake
Don't trust a bitch, but I ain't gay, I'm on that shit that make you great
I'm in my zone, but I'm awake, I'm on a roll, but I dont skate
I skipped the toll, I paved my way, you sit at home, we not the same, oww
I know they been looking for me I been on the down low
"Shook Ones" in my whip we pushing p don't ever doubt bro
I'm on to something
Yea, yea
Yo shout out to the g.o.a.t man
Weezy
The lyrics to "I feel allright" by The Kids depict a sense of self-confidence and determination in the face of adversity. The singer acknowledges that there may be people who love them, but the hate from others does not affect them. They are focused on their goals and know that nothing can change their path. The mention of money implies a level of success and recognition, with the singer stating that they deserve to be paid for their achievements. They also highlight the importance of their partner's companionship, as they switch to a coupe, emphasizing the bond they share.
The lyrics also touch upon the singer's indifference to the opinions of others. They express their coolness and the need for more freedom, not allowing themselves to be bothered by gossip or rumors. They assert their presence and assert their independence, not caring about anyone else's judgment. There is a hint of defiance and awareness of their own capabilities, suggesting that their confidence might intimidate others.
Overall, "I feel allright" is a song about self-assurance, the pursuit of success, and the ability to rise above negativity and criticism. It celebrates personal growth, relationships, and the determination to stay true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Ay They tell me they love me, the hate don't fade me
Even though people show love, their hate doesn't affect me
See where I'm going? Ain't nothing can change me
I have a clear direction in life and nothing can alter it
All this money, somebody pay me
I deserve compensation for my financial success
Switch to the coupe just me and my lady
I upgraded to a two-person luxury car with my significant other
Lil something to make the hood go crazy
I have something exciting that will make the neighborhood ecstatic
Glock two piece (peace) like two Mercedes'
I carry a gun, symbolizing peace, just like my two luxurious cars
Try if you wanna, got a wife and baby that need me there
If someone tries to harm me, they should think twice because I have a family relying on me
I don't shoot to the air
I don't waste my ammunition on pointless actions
Ow yea, I don't care
I'm not bothered by others' opinions or judgments
I'm too cool, but I need more air
I may seem composed, but I crave a change of atmosphere
They talk like school, but I've been known there
People may talk as if they know everything, but I have experienced it all before
I'm in my chair, and I give no care
I am seated comfortably and unbothered by any concerns
Awe yeah, I'm aware
I am fully conscious and attentive
This freestyle here might get ya scared
My improvisation in this moment may intimidate others
Speed right by, make you check my ride
I drive by quickly, causing others to inspect my impressive vehicle
Say you not home, but I bet your there
Even if you claim to be elsewhere, I am confident you are present
I know they been looking for me I been on the down low
There are people searching for me, but I have been keeping a low profile
"Shook Ones" in my whip we pushing p don't ever doubt bro
I am playing the song 'Shook Ones' in my car, and we are confidently driving without any doubts
I'm on to something
I have discovered something significant or promising
Like I ain't smoked up in a month or something
I feel refreshed and clear-minded, as if I haven't consumed any substances for a long time
Summers coming, got my go-to right by all my loved ones
The summer season is approaching, and I have my dependable support system of loved ones with me
Running all these circles tell me I should put the 1 first
I am constantly engaging in different activities, reminding me to prioritize myself
Hundreds in my pocket make me feel like I'm above earth
Having a significant amount of money in my possession gives me a sense of superiority
L-L-Let's run it up and drop it, I can tell you how I got this
Let's increase our success and release it, and I can explain the process behind achieving it
But this doesn't change my options, I stack money then put God first
However, my wealth doesn't alter my choices; I prioritize accumulating money and placing God above all
Remember that
Keep this in mind
I put in hard work, yea
I have invested significant effort and dedication
I put in hard work, hard work
I emphasize that I have consistently put in a tremendous amount of effort
I feel like Wayne when he had braids
I have a sense of confidence and swagger similar to Lil Wayne when he had braided hair
I'm in my lane and when I change
I am staying true to my path, and when I do evolve or adapt
I make a way, I never brake, I don't complain, I just adapt
I find a solution, never give up, don't whine, and simply adjust to the circumstances
And if I act like I'm ok, that's cuz my money looking straight
Even if I appear fine, it's because my finances are in good shape
Don't entertain what people say, cuz most the time they running late
Don't pay attention to gossip because people are usually behind on the latest information
Don't twist love for what it ain't, like mixing real with someone fake
Don't confuse genuine love with fake affection, like blending authenticity with deceit
Don't trust a bitch, but I ain't gay, I'm on that shit that make you great
Don't trust a deceitful person, but that doesn't mean I'm attracted to the same gender; I'm focused on personal growth
I'm in my zone, but I'm awake, I'm on a roll, but I dont skate
I am fully concentrated and alert, on a winning streak but not in a leisurely manner
I skipped the toll, I paved my way, you sit at home, we not the same, oww
I bypassed the obstacles and created my own path, while you remain inactive; we are fundamentally different
Yea, yea
Yes, yes
Yo shout out to the g.o.a.t man
A big acknowledgement to the greatest of all time
Weezy
Referring to Lil Wayne
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: David Vulpis
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