The group had its biggest hit in 1992 with She Goes Nana. This song also went to number 1 in The Netherlands, a year after it was already a huge hit in Belgium. Some other hits the band had were I'm Into Folk, Walking the Thin Line, She's My Lover and Dreaming Wild.
In 1994, the band broke up, and the members went their own separate ways.
I'M INTO FOLK
The Radios Lyrics
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I got lots of floppy disks
But as for my taste in music
I won't take many risks
I only like the real thing
'Cause I'm a healthy bloke
My friends are into Hip Hop
But I'm into Folk!
I hear it in the country
I hear it in the town
I hear it in the pubs,
where I drink untill I drown
Don't want to take no drugs:
No pills, no shit, no coke
My friends are into Hip Hop
But I'm into Folk!
I'm into Folk, I'm into Folk
I told it to my friend,
but they thought it was a joke
I'm into Folk, I'm into Folk
My friends are into Hip Hop
But I'm into Folk!
I'm practisin' the Fiddle
I'm practisin' the Flute
It only takes a Banjo
To get me in the mood
You can tell my taste in music
By the giant pipes I smoke
My friends are into Hip Hop
But I'm into Folk!
In "I'm Into Folk," The Radios introduce us to a character that is into folk music, despite his friends' preference for hip hop. He proudly declares his love for real music and his disinterest in taking drugs (such as pills, coke or other substances), indicating his wholesome lifestyle.
The song highlights the character's preference for folk music, which he can hear in different locations - from the town to the country and even the pubs. He practices the fiddle and the flute and can be identified by the giant pipes he smokes. His taste in music is a reflection of his personality - someone who is down-to-earth, connected to traditions, and perhaps enjoys simpler things in life.
The song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make it a fun, lighthearted tune that invites the listener to embrace their own preferences in music or lifestyle. At its core, "I'm Into Folk" is about being authentic and true to oneself, even when others might not understand or share the same preferences.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a home computer
I have a computer at home
I got lots of floppy disks
I have many floppy disks
But as for my taste in music
When it comes to my preference in music
I won't take many risks
I am not willing to venture into uncharted territory
I only like the real thing
I prefer authentic music
'Cause I'm a healthy bloke
Because I am a robust and vigorous person
My friends are into Hip Hop
My companions enjoy Hip Hop music
But I'm into Folk!
Yet, I am drawn to Folk music
I hear it in the country
I listen to it in rural areas
I hear it in the town
I listen to it in urban regions
I hear it in the pubs,
I hear it performing in taverns
where I drink untill I drown
Where I consume alcoholic beverages until I can no longer
Don't want to take no drugs:
I am not interested in consuming any illegal substances
No pills, no shit, no coke
No pills, no drugs, no cocaine
I'm into Folk, I'm into Folk
I truly enjoy Folk music
I told it to my friend,
I informed a friend of mine about it
but they thought it was a joke
But they perceived it as a comedic statement
I'm practisin' the Fiddle
I am improving my Fiddle playing skills
I'm practisin' the Flute
I am honing my Flute playing abilities
It only takes a Banjo
All I need to play is a Banjo
To get me in the mood
To put me in the right frame of mind
You can tell my taste in music
My preference in music is apparent
By the giant pipes I smoke
From the large pipes I smoke
Contributed by Logan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nigel1703
sometimes I wish I had a time machine... this gig is legendary in Leuven!
bibiJ63
Gut,wat blijft dit toch een enig nummer,zelfs nu in 2012.... Blijft een Party-knaller voor mij! Bart vind ik onbetaalbaar...geweldig artiest. Ik vraag me af of hij gestudeerd heeft op dat Iers dialect? Maar hij doet het toch maar eventjes. En wat een Waanzinnig leuk publiek!! Van mij mocht deze band nog veel langer bestaan. Erg bedankt yeppa71 voor het uploaden. Groetjes uit Amsterdam
Karin Pak
This song makes me so happy 😁
Love Bart and his band, they are really great. Greetings from The Netherlands 😉 / dit lied maakt me zo blij 😁, hou van Bart en zijn band, ze zijn echt geweldig. Groetjes uit Nederland 😉
Johnny
Bart zijn enthousiasme spat gewoon van het scherm , zalige artist en wat goeie groep was dit in den tijd . 🤪🤪
MegaCharlieDelta
Was toen 12 en blijft me kippenvel bezorgen! Nooit zullen The Radios dat bijzonder plaatsje in mijn hart verlaten.
Tanja van Loon
Prachtig dit!
anathoros
zulke groepen maken ze niet meer! Wat een nostalgie van mijn eerste drie jaren!
Sir Duckfisher
Na 25j of zoiets, spookt dat nummer nog regelmatig door het hoofd! Boechout pop!
Anita Wijnands
Geweldig dat je dit online hebt gezet. Dankjewel!
4everradiosfan
The Radio's op hun best.RIP Robert mosuse