Stemming from his childhood, he encapsulates his art for composing bluesy story-telling ballads with funk-soul anthems infused with swagger punk and suffocating alternative. Someone once described them as a balancing act between the moody atmosphere of The NBHD, with dainty anthems reminiscent of The Killers, a bit of the oddball nature of Jack White, and the heartbreaking ballad skillset of Coldplay. Among his main influences, there are Jack White, The Killers, James Brown, Queen, RHCP, Lenny Kravitz, Moby, Amy Winehouse, a-ha, U2.
Otabek gathered a full traditional formation around his project with the intent to create authentic rock music. In 2016 after several line-up changes, Ivan (guitar) and Alexey (drums) joined him and made it possible for the sound created in the studio to fully sound live.
NEEDSHES’ music has been featured in the major Lay’s tv ad campaign in 32 countries of Europe, numerous Renault and LADA tv commercials, as well as international thrillers such as “Break,” “She Sees Red,” sitcoms, and cartoons.
Over the last few years, Otabek has won the contest Unsigned Only in ‘Rock’ genre with his song “Time to See,” the Independent Music Awards in the category ‘Song Used in Ad’ with the song “Unbelievable,” second place in the International Songwriting Competition, and became the repeated finalist of the USA Songwriting Competition, John Lennon Songwriting, and The UK Songwriting Contest.
In 2017, NEEDSHES were selected by popular Russian radio MAXIMUM to perform at the XIX World Festival of Youth in Olympic Park in Sochi. Besides, they performed at the main stage of the World Cup FIFA Fan Festival, 2018. In 2019, they performed as a special guest at the concert of famous british rock band You Me At Six.
In 2019, Otabek released his third studio album “Truth Power,” a call for awareness about the obvious truths, which are often ignored. Since then NEEDSHES has got an airplay on BBC Radio 6 Music, KUTX, idobi Radio, Amazing Radio, Hayes FM, as well as press features on PopMatters, American Songwriter, UPROXX’s Indie Mixtape, Alt Press, RIFF Magazine, POPMUZIK.
In 2020-21, NEEDSHES performed online on the international showcases MONDO NYC, Sonicbids Home Fest, NAMM Believe In Music (California). The band has been invited to SXSW 2020 but the event was canceled due to Covid. Pandemic restrictions have made it impossible for bandmates to gather regularly. This has led to creating a new format. In 2022, Otabek started to perform as a one-man-band with a live looping station. He played drums, guitars, keys, flute, trumpet, clarinet, and world instruments all by himself. His 3-minute songs turned into 15-minute live versions with a lot of instruments, new song parts, and started to sound like a flow of improvisation and creativity. You can find the pieces of these shows on Youtube, Boosty, and Patreon.
The single “One Day” (November 26, 2021) came out with a beautiful retro collage animation by Otabek and has been featured by Spotify Japan Editorial playlist.
The next release "Song for You" (February 11, 2022) became Otabek’s most pretentious effort, he’s singing to his strengths, and this release captures him at the height of his creativity.
In November 2022, Bek created a second solo project using his name Otabek Salamov. He added the musical instruments and rhythms of Uzbekistan and Central Asia to his signature rock sound.
He presented his first single off Otabek Salamov project, pop hit “Welcome to Uzbekistan” at the concert of Therr Maitz at the Palace of International Forums “Uzbekistan.” In May 2023, he was invited to be a headliner at the music festival GROZA.
The second single “Reyhana” was inspired by the love story of the student Reyhana and the great Central Asian scientist Biruni (XI century), shown in the Soviet film “Abu Rayhan Beruni” of 1974.
The third disco funk single “Bahor” (translated as spring) is Otabek’s first work on Uzbek language. The song has been played on BBC 6 Radio.
As a producer, Otabek works with other indie artists from all over the world. The biggest one as of today is British artist Sohodolls, also known as Maya von Doll. In February 2023, Maya came to Tashkent from London for a record session, to finish her upcoming album with Bek.
In 2023 Otabek created a new duo lineup with the drummer Ilya Kanchurin from Tashkent. Together they performed at the festival of local handcrafters “Urban Market” and Moscow festival of Eastern cultures “Tubeteika.”
I Wanna
needshes Lyrics
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Wait me and I'll come back
I'll come back with money
Kiss me and wish me luck
Mam, I must be stronger
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be man
Mama, please don't cry
If someone says I'm dead
Don't believe them, mama
Don't rush to sell my bed
Mama, don't forget me
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be man
Yes, I'm gonna be man
In the song "I Wanna" by needshes, the lyrics depict a heartfelt conversation between the singer and their mother. The opening lines express a sense of urgency and desperation as the singer pleads with their mother to stop crying and assures her that they will return with money. This can be interpreted as the singer wanting to provide for their family and make their mother proud, showing a strong sense of responsibility and determination.
The repetition of "I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be" emphasizes the singer's steadfast determination and ambition to achieve their goals. The use of this mantra-like repetition conveys a sense of self-assurance and conviction, highlighting the singer's unwavering belief in their own abilities and the path they have set out for themselves. It reflects a sense of resilience and a refusal to give up on their dreams.
The lyrics also touch on the fear of being forgotten or misunderstood, as the singer urges their mother not to believe rumors of their death and not to rush into drastic actions like selling their belongings. This speaks to the singer's desire for their loved ones to remember them for who they truly are and not be swayed by external influences or mistaken assumptions. It showcases a vulnerability and a need for connection and understanding.
The closing line, "Yes, I'm gonna be man," can be seen as a declaration of the singer's transition into adulthood and taking on the responsibilities and challenges that come with it. It signifies a coming-of-age moment and a readiness to face the world head-on, embodying a sense of maturity and determination to carve out their own path in life. Overall, the lyrics of "I Wanna" by needshes convey themes of determination, resilience, familial love, and the pursuit of one's dreams in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama, please stop crying
Mother, I know you are sad, but please try to stay strong and stop crying.
Wait me and I'll come back
Wait for me, I promise to return.
I'll come back with money
When I come back, I will bring financial support for our family.
Kiss me and wish me luck
Give me a kiss and pray for my success and safety.
Mam, I must be stronger
Mother, I have to be strong for both of us.
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be
I have a strong desire to achieve my goals and I have the determination to make it happen.
I wanna be, yes, I'm gonna be man
I want to grow into a mature and responsible man.
Mama, please don't cry
Mother, even if people say negative things, please don't lose hope or cry.
If someone says I'm dead
If rumors spread about my demise, do not believe them.
Don't believe them, mama
Do not believe any false reports about my well-being, mother.
Don't rush to sell my bed
Do not make drastic decisions based on rumors before confirming the truth, like selling my belongings.
Mama, don't forget me
Mother, always remember me and keep me in your thoughts.
Yes, I'm gonna be man
I am determined to grow up, take on responsibilities, and become a man of integrity.
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Written by: Otabek Salamov
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