Aaron Funk, a Canadian producer of widely varying electronic music styles, … Read Full Bio ↴Aaron Funk, a Canadian producer of widely varying electronic music styles, achieved a reputation in experimental electronic circles upon his signing to Planet Mu (label run by Mike Paradinas, aka µ-Ziq). It's a testament to his production prowess that his base of Winnipeg, Manitoba, hasn't prevented electronic music enthusiasts around the world from investigating his recordings.

Often abbreviated to "Vsnares" – Funk's distinctive style reflects unconventional time signatures and extremely rapid and erratic rhythms. Unpredictable and stimulating, the effect is intense.

Funk's first release was "Greg Hates Car Culture", an EP for the History Of The Future Label, followed by "Salt" for Zhark and "Fuck Canada // Fuck America" with Stunt Rock for CLFST. When Mike Paradinas heard "Greg Hates Car Culture", he immediately signed Funk for Planet µ. Prior to this, he self-released material on cassette tape as early as 1992.

The first Venetian Snares LP on Planet µ "Making Orange Things" (a co-production with Speedranch), dropped in early 2001; following in short order were 5 more releases, all released before the end of 2002. Funk continued recording for a variety of labels, including Hymen, Addict, and Sublight Records, and has also recorded as snares, Snares Man!, BeeSnares, Ventriloquist Snakes, Puff, Last Step and Senetian Vnares.

Koonut-Kaliffee
Venetian Snares Lyrics

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One tou-
tou-
One tou-
One touches the other
In order to feel each others thoughts
In this way
Our minds were locked together
Minds locked together

Minds locked together
Minds locked together
Minds locked together
Minds
Locked
Together
Minds
Locked
Together
One touches the other
Inorder to feel each others thoughts
In this way, our minds were locked together
So that at the proper time
We would both be drawn to
Koonut-Kaliffee
Koonut-Kaliffee

Minds locked together
Minds locked together

My eyes are flame
My heart is flame

I burn

Burn, burn

Burn.

My eyes are flame
My heart is flame
Burn, burn, burn, burn, burn.

My eyes are flame
My heart is flame
Burn, burn, burn, burn.
Burn.

My eyes are flame
My heart is flame

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Venetian Snares’s song “Koonut-Kaliffee” express a connection between two individuals who touch each other to feel their thoughts and eventually to be drawn to a certain destination. The repeated phrase “one touches the other” emphasizes the physical connection between the two minds. The act of touching each other symbolizes a deeper connection, where individuals can sense the thoughts of the other. This connection is further emphasized with the repetition of the phrase “minds locked together”. The phrase emphasizes that the minds are connected and intertwined, existing in a state of cohesion.

As the lyrics progress, the song transitions into a description of the singer's burning passion. The phrases “my eyes are flame”, “my heart is flame”, and the repetition of the word “burn” evoke the intensity of passion and desire. The singer's passion is so intense that it causes him to ignite, as though he is consumed by it.

Overall, the lyrics of “Koonut-Kaliffee” convey an interconnectedness between individuals through a physical touch that transcends into something deeper, leading to a sense of purpose and a burning passion.

Line by Line Meaning

One tou- tou- One tou-
The act of touching, a physical connection, a bond.

One touches the other In order to feel each others thoughts In this way Our minds were locked together
The act of physical touch allows for an emotional and mental connection between individuals, creating a strong bond that keeps their minds entwined.

Minds locked together Minds locked together Minds locked together Minds locked together Minds Locked Together
The repetitive nature of the lines emphasizes the strength and persistence of the mental connection between the individuals, their thoughts and emotions intertwined and interdependent.

So that at the proper time We would both be drawn to Koonut-Kaliffee Koonut-Kaliffee
The mental connection between the two individuals serves a purpose, to draw them to Koonut-Kaliffee, which is not specified, but may be seen as a metaphorical or spiritual destination.

My eyes are flame My heart is flame I burn Burn, burn Burn.
The artist's intense emotional connection is represented as flames, burning bright with passion and energy, as they channel their emotions and thoughts through their mental bond with the other individual.

My eyes are flame My heart is flame Burn, burn, burn, burn, burn. My eyes are flame My heart is flame Burn, burn, burn, burn. Burn. My eyes are flame My heart is flame
The repetition of the flames and burning symbolizes the singer's unrelenting passion and intensity, building to a crescendo as their connection reaches a climax before slowly fading away.

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