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Aki Hakala

Hakala in 2022

Aki Hakala is the drummer of The Rasmus since 1999 after the departure of Janne Heiskanen.

## Discography

### The Rasmus

* *Into* (2001)
* *Dead Letters* (2003)
* *Hide from the Sun* (2005)
* *Black Roses* (2008)
* *The Rasmus* (2012)
* *Dark Matters* (2017)
* *Rise* (2022)

## General Facts

### Personal

* Full name: Aki Hakala
* Date of birth: October 28, 1979 (age 43)
* Place of birth: Espoo, Finland
* Current residence: Finland
* Hair colour: Blonde
* Eye colour: Blue
* Star sign: Scorpio
* Chinese zodiac sign: Goat
* Marital status: Married
* Children: 1 daughter https://celebseek.com/aki-hakala-of-the-rasmus-band
* Pets: 2 cats

### Music

* Aki's favourite bands/musicians include Muse, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Foo Fighters.
* Aki first played drums for Finnish bands, Killer and Kwan, before joining The Rasmus.
DGTLnative

**DGTLnative** was the name of Pauli Rantasalmi's side project that was announced in 2013. The band consisted of several musicians from Singapore, Finland and Australia.

The band would have rotating guest musicians, but the core group would remain the same. The vocals for the first four songs were recorded by Singapore singer, Chacha.

They released one song at a time with an accompanying music video, and all songs were made available to purchase via Bandcamp (link now defunct).

In 2021, the band changed their name to TDN (The Digital Native). It's unknown if Pauli is still a member of the group.

## Discography

### Singles

* *Mr. Quicksand* (August 4, 2013)
* *Destiny* (August 16, 2013)
* *Amber Eyes* (November 11, 2013)
* *Underwater* (December 24, 2013)

## External Links

* TDN - Facebook
* TDN - Instagram
* TDN - YouTube
Chillin' at the Grotto

## Background

***Chillin' at the Grotto*** is a song by Finnish hip-hop group, Kwan, that features guest vocals from Lauri Ylönen of The Rasmus and Siiri Nordin of Killer. The song was released on Kwan's 2002 album, *The Die is Cast*, and was released as a single in Finland only in 2003.

The song was performed with all of the artists for the first and only time at the 2003 EMMA Gaala award ceremony in Finland.

## Lyrics

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

The world is turning all by itself

So you don't have to push it

Good things come to those who wait

So you don't have to rush it

I don't know why

But this is what I love

What I sing is on my mind

But it comes from the heart

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

Lalalaaa...

(*We be taking it easy, repeat after me*)

Lalalaaa...

(*We be taking it easy, repeat after me*)

Hey, hey hold on

When I'm down and I'm feeling restless

If I'm lost and I'm wasted and stressed

You will always lead my way

Write about the sorrow (*We're ready for tomorrow*)

I propose a toast for my brave Kwan soldiers

I'm counting on my sweet Killer angels

Together we will rock this world

We're ready for tomorrow (*Write about the sorrow*)

Save this moment

And make this last all night

Freeze the time

Look into my eyes

I feel love for the first time

Drink this wine with me

Live this life with me

I hope that you can feel my love

I hope that you can feel my, my love

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

Welcome to the Dynasty's lounge

In this lab we be creating new sounds

People gather around

(*Chillin' at the Grotto*)

Lalalaaa...

(*We be taking it easy, repeat after me*)

Lalalaaa...

(*We be taking it easy, repeat after me*)

## References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHZVnwjhW-s
Apocalyptica

Apocalyptica is a Finnish symphonic metal band from Helsinki, formed in 1993. The band is composed of classically trained cellists Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, and Perttu Kivilaakso, and jazz drummer Mikko Sirén. Originally a classical-style Metallica tribute band, the band eventually adopted a neoclassical metal style without the use of conventional guitars and bass. They have sold over four million albums to date.

## Connection to The Rasmus

The Rasmus and Apocalyptica have been friends since the 1990's.

Lauri Ylönen featured in two of their songs; *Bittersweet* (released in 2004, also featuring Ville Valo), and *Life Burns!* (released in 2005).

Apocalyptica also feature in two of The Rasmus' songs; *Dead Promises* (released on their 2005 album, *Hide from the Sun*), and *Venomous Moon* (released in 2021).

## Discography

* *Plays Metallica by Four Cellos* (1996)
* *Inquisition Symphony* (1998)
* *Cult* (2000)
* *Reflections* (2003)
* *Apocalyptica* (2005)
* *Worlds Collide* (2007)
* *7th Symphony* (2010)
* *Shadowmaker* (2015)
* *Cell-0* (2020)

## Band members

### Current

* Eicca Toppinen – bandleader, lead cello (original and occasional role) rhythm cello (current role), programming (1993–present)
* Paavo Lötjönen – rhythm/bass cello (1993–present), lead cello on "Master of Puppets" only (1996–present)
* Perttu Kivilaakso – lead cello (current role), programming (1995, 1999–present), rhythm cello (1995, 1999–2002)
* Mikko Sirén – drums, percussion, programming (touring member: 2003–2004; official member: 2005-present)

### Former

* Max Lilja – lead cello (1993–2002)
* Antero Manninen – lead/rhythm cello (main member: 1993–1999; live member: 2002–2009; touring member: 2017–2018)

### Touring musicians

* Tipe Johnson – vocals (2009–2012, 2019)
* Franky Perez – vocals (2014–2016, 2022-present)
* Lauri Kankkunen — lead/rhythm cello (2019)

## External links

* Apocalyptica - official Facebook
* Apocalyptica - official Twitter
* Apocalyptica - official Instagram
* Apocalyptica - official YouTube
The Crow

The Crow is a 1994 American superhero film directed by Alex Proyas, written by David J. Schow and John Shirley. It stars Brandon Lee in his final film appearance as Eric Draven, a murdered musician who is resurrected to avenge his death and that of his fiancée. The film is based on James O'Barr's comic of the same name.

Production on The Crow was struck by tragedy when Lee was fatally wounded during filming. As Lee had finished most of his scenes before his death, the film was completed through script rewrites, a stunt double, and digital effects. The Crow is dedicated to Lee and his fiancée, Eliza Hutton.

After Lee's death, Paramount Pictures opted out of distributing the film and the rights were picked up by Miramax, who oversaw The Crow's completion. The Crow was released to positive reviews, with the Rotten Tomatoes critical consensus praising its tone, visuals, Dariusz Wolski's cinematography, the production design, and Lee's performance. It also grossed $94 million on a $23 million budget and attained a strong cult following. The film's success led to a media franchise that includes three sequels and a television series. The sequels, which mostly featured different characters and none of the original cast members, were unable to match the success of the first film.

## Connection to The Rasmus

Lauri Ylönen has mentioned that this is one of his favourite movies. His nickname was even Lintu (meaning bird in Finnish). This inspired him to add the feathers to his hair which became his trademark look.
Jezebel

***Jezebel*** is the sixth track from The Rasmus' tenth studio album, *Rise*. It was released as the first single from the album on January 18, 2022. It was the first song to feature new guitarist Emppu Suhonen after the departure of Pauli Rantasalmi.

The song represented Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, held in Turin, Italy in May 2022, opening the second semi-final on 12th May. It won the 2022 edition of Finland's annual Eurovision song selection competition, Uuden Musiikin Kilpailu, on February 26, 2022 with a total of 310 points. The single reached number four in Finland.

## Background

Lauri Ylönen said the song is "about a girl who takes what she wants, without asking. A free spirit", as well as "an homage, a tribute, to the strong women of today, who own their bodies, who are in charge of their sensuality, their sexuality, and who are determined to be an equal". The band had previously worked with Desmond Child on their 2008 album *Black Roses*, and called it "awesome" to work with him again, saying he "knows how to put a hit song together". The song title references Jezebel, a Biblical figure who was the Queen of Israel.

## Lyrics

Midnight, it's time to put your face on

Game set, a killer shark in heels

I'm just the first shot on your hit list

High kicks, a predator on heels

Woke up with bruises on my body

Hands tied, like Jesus on the cross

Your name's in lipstick on the mirror

Jezebel

I don't know how you got in my blood

Was it the dangerous things you do?

You always wanted to be a star

Jezebel

If you're the hunter, then I'm the prey

You lick your lips as you walk away

Your final kiss is to leave a scar

On a heart

Jezebel

At night you turn into a tiger

A girl who looks like she's a boy

The world's most ultimate survivor

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

I don't know how you got in my blood (*Jezebel*)

Was it the dangerous things you do? (*Jezebel*)

You always wanted to be a star

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

If you're the hunter, then I'm the prey (*Jezebel*)

You lick your lips as you walk away (*Jezebel*)

Your final kiss is to leave a scar

On a heart

Sunrise, you crawl under the covers

Sleep tight until the dying sun

Tonight you'll catch another lover

Jezebel!

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

I don't know how you got in my blood (*Jezebel*)

Was it the dangerous things you do? (*Jezebel*)

You always wanted to be a star

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

If you're the hunter, then I'm the prey (*Jezebel*)

You lick your lips as you walk away (*Jezebel*)

Your final kiss is to leave a scar

On a heart

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

Jezebel (*Jezebel*)

Jezebel

## Music Video

Directed by: Jesse Haaja

Location: Helsinki, Finland

Date of filming: January 20, 2022

Release date: February 16, 2022

## Commercial Releases

### Remixed digital single

Remixed Cover

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Bart

Mad Bart Simson looking first left and then right.

   Bart Simpson was a central character in the long-running animated TV show "The Simpsons." He was the eldest son of the Simpson family, a mischievous 10-year-old boy with a knack for troublemaking and pranks. Bart's personality can be described as rebellious, mischievous, and often sarcastic. He was known for his iconic catchphrases like "Eat my shorts!" and "Don't have a cow, man!"

In the show, Bart played a significant role as the troublemaker and often found himself getting into various humorous and sometimes outrageous situations. He is known for his prankster nature and his frequent clashes with authority figures, particularly his school principal, Seymour Skinner. Despite his mischievous behavior, Bart also possesses a good-hearted side and occasionally displayed moments of kindness and loyalty toward his family and friends.

As of May 1st, 2005, Bart Simpson has passed away.

His cause of death was murder, and the killer has not been found. The case has since gone cold.
2004 Kerrang! Awards

The 2004 Kerrang! Awards took place in London, UK on 26th August 2004.

The Rasmus attended the ceremony and were nominated for two awards - "Best International Newcomer" and "Best Single" for *In the Shadows*. Sadly, they didn't win either award, losing out to Velvet Revolver for "Best International Newcomer" and *Last Train Home* by Lostprophets for "Best Single."

The ceremony was televised, but it's unknown if any footage exists of The Rasmus attending.
Last Generation

***Last Generation*** is the fifth track from The Rasmus' sixth studio album, *Hide from the Sun*.

## Lyrics

We stopped and left the car

The last thing I can recall

A raging wave of light

Vaporised all this life

And we ran into the field

Incapable to breathe

Rest in peace, it's all over now

It's the end of salvation

Memories in the photographs

Of the last generation

Of the last generation

I've seen this in my dream

A petrified family

Pointing hands at me

Victims of the tragedy

Dust replaced their souls

Hearts turn into stones

Rest in peace, it's all over now

It's the end of salvation

Memories in the photographs

Of the last generation

Of the last generation

Dust replaced their souls

Minds turned into stone

Rest in peace, it's all over now

It's the end of salvation

Memories in the photographs

Of the last generation

Rest in peace, it's all over now

It's the end of salvation

Memories in the photographs

Of the last generation

Of the last generation
Heavy

***Heavy*** is the second track from Lauri Ylönen's first solo album, *New World*. It was released as the first single from the album on February 25, 2011.

## Background

Lauri said *Heavy* was the first song written for the album.

> "I was visiting Pauli in Singapore when I got the idea about music that would be fitting for a night ride in a car. Actually *Night Ride* was the working title of the album. The lyrics are a reference to the freedom of speech and the lack of it."
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## Lyrics

They built you a cage of diamonds and gold

Most beautiful place for you to grow old

They brought you the moon and served you the lie

And all that you wanted was freedom to fly

It's heavy

But you are not the only one

Who's tired of giving

Afraid of the oblivion

Could it be that your curse is a bliss?

But the crown on your head never felt this heavy

Harness your rage

Take a leap of faith

To claim back your soul

Before it's too late

Show them no fear

Sing them goodbye

Leave all but your heart

And you're free to fly

It's heavy

But you are not the only one

Who's tired of giving

Afraid of the oblivion

Could it be that your curse is a bliss?

But the weight of the world never felt this heavy

Take the evident leap of faith

Don't you be afraid

It's heavy

But you are not the only one

Who's tired of giving

Afraid of the oblivion

Could it be that your curse is a bliss?

But the cross that you bear never felt this heavy

Oh, you are not the only one

Tired of living

Afraid of the oblivion

'Cause the crown on your head

The smile that you wear

Cross that you bare never felt this heavy

(You are not the only one)

The crown on your head never felt this heavy

## Music Video

Directed by: Owe Lingvall

Location: Obbola, Sweden

Date of filming: December 16-18, 2010

Release date: February 25, 2011

## References

1. ↑ https://www.therasmus-hellofasite.it/en/archives/13100
Negative

Negative is a Finnish glam rock band founded in 1997. The band labels their music as "emotional rock’n roll."

They have been on a hiatus since 2013 as the lead singer, Jonne, began a solo music career.

## Connection to The Rasmus

Negative toured with The Rasmus and HIM in 2005.

## Discography

* *War of Love* (2003)
* *Sweet & Deceitful* (2004)
* *Anorectic* (2006)
* *Karma Killer* (2008)
* *God Likes Your Style* (2009; b-side album)
* *Neon* (2010)

## Band Members

### Current

* Jonne Aaron Liimatainen - lead vocals (1997-present)
* Antti Anatomy - bass
* Mr. Snack/Nakki - keyboard, vocals
* Jay Slammer - drums
* Hata Salmi - guitar

### Former

* Sir Christus - guitar, vocals (2002-2008, died 2017)
* Larry Love - guitar
* Gary - guitar (Guitarist in gig in summer 2008 – not an actual member of the band)
* Dmitry Martinov - bass (session musician)
Black Days

***Black Days*** is the seventh track from The Rasmus' ninth studio album, *Dark Matters*.

## Lyrics

Black days, black days

Come back and find me again

Show me your face

You know I’ve missed you, old friend

I don’t need a reason

I just wanna feel something

You know that you can hurt me

Every time I let you in

So come around and save tonight

Hit me with a lightning strike

Black days, black days

Come try me

I’ve got bad blood inside me

Show me your strength

So heavy

Take me, old friend

I’m ready

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)

Battles and pains

I’ve got my sadness in chains

Bare with me, fate

Hold on before it’s too late

I don’t need a reason

I just wanna feel something

You know that you can hurt me

Every time I let you in

So come around and save tonight

‘Cause you and me are lost for life

Black days, black days

Come try me

I’ve got bad blood inside me

Show me your strength

So heavy

Take me, old friend

I’m ready

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)

So come around and save tonight

‘Cause you and me are lost for life

(*Black days, black days*)

(*Black days, black days*)

Black days, black days

Come try me

I’ve got bad blood inside me

Show me your strength

So heavy

Take me, old friend

I’m ready

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)

Black days, black days

(*Black days, black days*)
Dedan "Yiik" OFF

dedan is pussy because he isnt from yiik

## crap about dedan

he likes little children

me too!

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Discography

## Studio Albums

Peep
(1996)Playboys
(1997)Hell of a Tester
(1998)Into
(2001)Dead Letters
(2003)Hide from the Sun
(2005)Black Roses
(2008)The Rasmus
(2012)Dark Matters
(2017)Rise
(2022)
## Compilation Albums

Hell of a Collection
(2001)Best of The Rasmus 2001-2009
(2009)
## Video Albums

Live Letters
(2004)Live 2012/Mysteria
(2012)Live 2012/Volume II
(2013)
## Singles, Promos & EP's

1st
(1995)2nd
(1996)3rd
(1996)Blue
(1997)Kola
(1997)Playboys
(1997)Ice
(1998)Liquid
(1998)Swimming with the Kids
(1999)F-F-F-Falling
(2001)Chill
(2001)Madness
(2001)Heartbreaker / Days
(2002)In the Shadows
(2003)In My Life
(2003)First Day of My Life
(2003)Funeral Song
(2004)Guilty
(2004)No Fear
(2005)Sail Away
(2005)Shot
(2006)Keep Your Heart Broken
(2006)Immortal
(2006)Livin' in a World Without You
(2008)Justify
(2009)Ghost of Love
(2009)October & April
(2009)I'm a Mess
(2012)Stranger
(2012)Mysteria
(2012)Paradise
(2017)Silver Night
(2017)Nothing
(2017)Wonderman
(2017)Something in the Dark
(2017)Holy Grail
(2018)Bones
(2021)Venomous Moon
(2021)Jezebel
(2022)Rise
(2022)
## B-sides, Non-LP and Unreleased Songs

* *Can't Stop Me* (*Into* b-side)
* *Dancer in the Dark* (*Hide from the Sun* b-side)
* *Dark Summer* (*Rise* b-side)
* *Days* (*Into* b-side)
* *Drum* (*Dark Matters* b-side)
* *Elephant's Weight* (Ellinoora cover)
* *Everything You Say (*Dead Letters *b-side)*
* *If You Ever* (*Dead Letters* b-side)
* *October & April* feat. Lena Katina (This version was leaked online)
* *Omen* (*Rise* b-side)
* *Open My Eyes* (*Hide from the Sun* b-side)
* *Play Dead* (*Into* b-side; Bjork cover)
* *Rakkauslaulu* (*Peep* b-side)
* *S.O.S.* (ABBA cover)
* *Since You've Been Gone* (*Dead Letters* b-side)
* *Supernova* (*Dark Matters* b-side)
* *Teardrops* (*Dark Matters* b-side)
* *Trigger* (*Hide from the Sun* b-side)
* *Ufolaulu* (*Playboys* b-side)
* *Used to Feel Before* (*Into* b-side)
* *What Ever* (*Dead Letters* b-side)
* *Yesterday You Threw Away Tomorrow* (*Black Roses* b-side)
Life Burns!

(feat. Lauri Ylönen)

***Life Burns!*** is a single by the cello rock band Apocalyptica in collaboration with Lauri Ylönen, which was released on April 11, 2005. This was the third single from the band's 2005 self-titled album.

## Lyrics

We break our enemies with fear, and

We've seen how the tears come around

We've built our confidence on wasteland

We've seen how the walls come down

Life burns!

A man dies like a butterfly

Life burns from the touch of the reaper

All things must pass

One love is a crooked lie

The world lies in the hands of evil

We pray it won't last

Life burns!

We have no sympathy for the lost souls

We've chosen the path of disgrace

We give this life to our children

And teach them to hate this place

A man dies like a butterfly

Life burns from the touch of the reaper

All things must pass

One love is a crooked lie

The world lies in the hands of evil

We pray it won't last

A man dies like a butterfly

Life burns from the touch of the reaper

One love is a crooked lie

The world lies in the hands of evil

The world lies in the hands of evil

The world lies in the hands of evil

The world lies in the hands of evil

The world lies in the hands of evil

A man dies like a butterfly

Life burns from the touch of the reaper

All things must pass

One love is a crooked lie

The world lies in the hands of evil

We pray it won't last

A man dies like a butterfly

Life burns from the touch of the reaper

All things must pass

One love is a crooked lie

The world lies in the hands of evil

We pray it won't last

Life burns!

Life burns!

Life burns!

## Music video

Directed by: Volker Hannwacker

Location: Tallinn, Estonia

Date of filming: 16-18 November 2004

Release date: April 11, 2005

## Trivia

* *Life Burns!* is featured on the soundtrack of the 2005 video game Burnout Revenge.
Don't Let Go

***Don't Let Go*** is the eleventh and final track from The Rasmus' sixth studio album, *Hide from the Sun*.

## Lyrics

(*Don't let go*)

(*Don't let go*)

(*Don't let go*)

Holding my breath as I walk to your garden

Everything seems so abandoned

Roses have grown just as high as a mountain

Fireflies glow in the dark

Don't let go now (*don't let go*)

Somebody's lying

Everyone came to the final revival

It's been a year since we've been here (*don't let go*)

The spell has been cast to welcome the arrival

The phantom of silence is near

Don't let go now (*don't let go*)

Your garden is dying

These wounds won't heal (*don't let go*)

Somebody's lying

Break the spell of loneliness

And thousand years of loneliness

Bless the path of righteousness

And walk the trails of holiness

Your garden is dying

Somebody's lying

Don't let go now (*don't let go*)

Your garden is dying

These wounds won't heal (*don't let go*)

Somebody's lying

Don't let go now (*don't let go*)

Your garden is dying

These wounds won't heal (*don't let go*)

Somebody's lying

Oh (*don't let go*)

Your garden is dying

Oh (*don't let go*)

Somebody's lying

Oh, one of us is lying

Oh...
All I Want

***All I Want*** is a song by Finnish rock band, Killer, that was released in 2001. Lauri Ylönen and Pauli Rantasalmi produced the song, and Lauri features his vocals on an alternate version which was included as a b-side on the single.

## Background

Killer and Lauri performed the duet version at the Elämä lapselle konsertti (A Life for a Child Concert) in 2000. The performance was professionally recorded and can be watched in low quality online.
Chill

***Chill*** is the third track from The Rasmus' fourth studio album, *Into*. It was released as the second single from the album on June 18, 2001.

## Lyrics

I gotta make a phone call to my best friends

I gotta let them know that I'm leaving

Everything behind me and politely

I don't want to hurt their feelings

Oh no, no no

I'll need to come back and I want to explain

Why I had to leave them sleeping

The answer's in the air, but I really don't care

'Cause I couldn't really keep on breathing the smoke

And every time when I painted my room

Like a fool I hid my feelings

And every time when I painted my room

I thought about leaving

You roll like a stone, girl you should not stop

And I don't want to step on your feet

And you do what you do to stay on top

And I don't want to make you feel incomplete

And every time when I painted my room

Like a fool I hid my feelings

And every time when I painted my room

I thought about leaving

At the end of the day

Don't know what to say

At the end of the day

I'll be flying away (*flying away*)

And every time when I painted my room

Like a fool I hid my feelings

And every time when I painted my room

I thought about leaving

Thought about leaving

And every time when I painted my room

Like a fool I hid my feelings

And every time when I painted my room

Know I thought about leaving (*thought about leaving*)

Now that I'm leaving

## Music video

Directed by: The Rasmus

Location: Stockholm, Sweden

Date of filming: 2001

Release date: 2001
Night Division

***Night Division*** was the original title for the band's tenth studio album. But after Pauli Rantasalmi's departure from The Rasmus, the music took a shift in direction and the title changed to *Rise* instead.

*Bones* and *Venomous Moon* were the original songs released before the album's concept changed to *Rise*.
Live Letters

***Live Letters*** is a live DVD that was released on November 22, 2004 via Playground Music.

The DVD features eleven live videos from a performance at Gampel Open Air in Switzerland on August 21, 2004, which was part of their *Dead Letters* tour. All of the songs performed are taken from the *Hell of a Tester*, *Into* and *Dead Letters* albums. It also contains all seven music videos from *Dead Letters*, including the three different versions of *In the Shadows*.

Bonus materials includes behind the scenes footage and interviews, as well a hidden video clip. The hidden video can be accessed by going to the "Music videos" menu, selecting the second version of *In the Shadows*, and then pressing the right arrow, causing The Rasmus' logo to appear on the right. Selecting this will play the video.

*Live Letters* was later released in the United States via DRT Entertainment on February 20, 2007. There is no difference in content between this and the European release.

The DVD was produced by Baranga Film, who have also produced of the band's music videos from *Dead Letters*, including *In My Life*, *In the Shadows* (European "crow" version) and *Funeral Song*.

All videos of the performances, behind the scenes, interview and the hidden clip have all been posted to The Rasmus' official YouTube channel.

## Contents

### Live at Gampel Open Air

1. Intro
2. First Day of My Life
3. Guilty
4. F-F-F-Falling
5. Still Standing
6. Time to Burn
7. Bullet
8. Every Day
9. One & Only
10. In the Shadows
11. Funeral Song
12. In My Life

### Music Videos

* In the Shadows (Finnish "Bandit" version)
* In the Shadows (European "Crow" version)
* In the Shadows (US/UK "Mirror" version)
* In My Life
* First Day of My Life
* Funeral Song
* Guilty

### Extras

* Photos
* Storyboards
* The making of "In the Shadows" (European "Crow" version)
* The making of "Guilty"
* The making of "Funeral Song"
* The making of "In My Life"
* An interview with the band
* A hidden clip from the first presentation of "In the Shadows"

## Trivia

* *If You Ever* was also performed at Gampel Open Air, but this wasn't included on the live DVD for unknown reasons.
Everything You Say

***Everything You Say*** is a song that was recorded during the *Dead Letters* sessions, but didn't make the final cut. It was released as a b-side in 2004 on the singles for *Funeral Song* and the UK enhanced CD single for *In the Shadows*, and then later on *Dead Letters: Fan Edition* on September 6, 2019.

## Lyrics

Tired of being seen as a bird in a cage

Tired of being heard all he did last week

Obviously you want to be me

'Cause every time when I fall you're the first to reveal me

Live for yourself instead

Do me a favour

Feed your empty head

You drive me close to the edge

Everything you say, you say to annoy me

Watching every move I make whenever I'm around

Everything you do, you do it to destroy me

Waiting for my darkest hour to put me down

Time is gradual

The surface is all you can see

And if I told you the truth you will not understand me

Feed your empty head

Do me a favour

Live for yourself instead

You drive me close to the edge

Everything you say, you say to annoy me

Watching every move I make whenever I'm around

Everything you do, you do it to destroy me

Waiting for my darkest hour to put me down

Yeah!

You drive me close to the edge

You drive me close to the edge
Tiktak

Tiktak, also known as Tik N' Tak, was a Finnish music group consisting of six musicians from northern Helsinki. The band was formed in Pohjois-Helsingin Bändikoulu (Northern Helsinki Band School) and signed to Universal Music in 1999, when the youngest members were 13. Their debut album, Friends, included songs written by Maki Kolehmainen (of Aikakone) and was a huge hit in Finland, with unusually strong sales in the rest of Europe, especially Scandinavia.[citation needed] The band's music was a blend of rock and pop. Each of the girls played their own instruments with the exception of Petra who was the lead singer.

The band gained great domestic popularity. Their first two albums each sold about 100,000 copies.

The band was also marketed in the US where it was called Tik N' Tak. In 2000, they were on the Radio Disney tour and in early 2001 they opened for Aaron Carter. Friends was released on MCA Records.

Guitarist and vocalist Emilia "Emppu" Suhonen is also the vocalist for Dame, whose first album, So Was It Worth Dying For, was released in June 2006.

Their fifth album Ympyrää features the title cut Ympyrää, written by Los Angeles songwriter Gordon Pogoda.

The band decided to break up in 2007 with the last performance in December 2007.

In the summer of 2018 the band came back together and played on four festivals in Finland.

## Connection to The Rasmus

Former member Emppu Suhonen was announced as The Rasmus' new guitarist in January 2022, replacing Pauli Rantasalmi.

## Discography

* *Frendit* (1999)
* *Friends* [English version of *Frendit*] (2000)
* *Jotain muuta* (2001)
* *Jotain muuta... ja jotain uutta!* (2002)
* *Ympyrää* (2003)
* *Hei me soitetaan... oikeesti!* (2004)
* *Myrskyn edellä* (2005)
* *Sinkut 99-07* (2007)

## Band Members

* Petra Gargano (lead vocals)
* Mirjami "Mimmu" Hyvönen (bass, vocals)
* Nea Mokkila (keyboards)
* Noora Puhakka (guitar, vocals)
* Emilia "Emppu" Suhonen (guitar, vocals)
* Tuuli Taimi (drums, vocals)
Carousel

***Carousel*** is the eighth track from The Rasmus' second studio album, *Playboys*.

## Lyrics

Groove it up, it's Friday night

Time to have some fun, all right

To know what's up, I gotta reach n' pick up the phone

Yeah the answer's always Mick

My favourite band is having a gig

What could be better idea, than to go to the club

Listen to me boy, you have to be eighteen to get inside

N' there will be no talk about exceptions this time, yeah

Damn that I want to see this band

I'll be good, you understand

This is a moment of my life that I can't let go

I'm steeling in, it always works

Yeah I know how to bluff those jerks

I can't hide my wide smile

When I Think of his words
Keep Your Heart Broken

***Keep Your Heart Broken*** is the ninth track from The Rasmus' sixth studio album, *Hide from the Sun*.

It was released as a promo single in Finland only on August 7, 2006.

## Lyrics

Enfolding your love in my heart

By the dawn I'll be gone

The road keeps us apart

For some time, I'll be gone

You promised to swallow your tears when I leave you

You promised to follow the leads I will give you

You said you would crawl in the dark from the laughter

You said you would long after me ever after

My love will grow black if your heart gets stolen

Just promise to keep your heart...

One day I'll come back if the door's still open

Just promise to keep your heart broken

Days go by like the wind

And this life is too short

It makes no sense to give in

To release you from my thoughts

I promised to write you, I'll always remember

I promised to try to be back 'til December

I said I must go, I must face this disaster

I said I would come after you ever after

My love will grow black if your heart gets stolen

Just promise to keep your heart...

One day I'll come back if the door's still open

Just promise to keep your heart broken

If you just promise to keep your heart broken

Promise to keep your heart broken

If you just promise to keep your heart...

Broken

Broken

My love will grow black if your heart gets stolen

Just promise to keep your heart...

One day I'll come back if the door's still open

Just promise to keep your heart broken

Forever and after my love

Just promise to keep your heart broken

## Did you know?

* Ville Valo said that this song is his favourite from *Hide from the Sun*, and he wished they released it as a full single.
Merchandise

**To buy official merchandise from The Rasmus, visit this link. Please note that this list includes merch that is no longer available.**

## T-Shirts

Jezebel Black T-ShirtJezebel Yellow T-Shirt (Front)Jezebel Yellow T-Shirt (Back)Rose Logo T-Shirt
## Hoodies

Jezebel HoodieJezebel Yellow Hoodie (Front)Jezebel Yellow Hoodie (Back)Rose Logo Hoodie
## Bags, Hats, Gloves & Accessories

Leaf Logo Recycled BagLeaf Logo Recycled Gym SackLeaf Logo Recycled Pouch*Livin' in a World Without You* Recycled Gym Sack*Livin' in a World Without You* Recycled Pouch*Livin' in a World Without You* Recycled Tote BagBand Flag BagRose Logo Bag
## Jewellery & Miscellaneous Items

Face MaskFamilia Pendant (Front)Familia Pendant (Back)Guitar PickRose Mug
The Lowdown

***The Lowdown*** is an unofficial audio CD which contains an unauthorised biography and some interviews. It was released in 2008 by the label Sexy Intellectual and includes a booklet and mini-poster.

Disc 2 includes exactly the same material as what is on another unofficial release, Maximum Rasmus, which was originally released in 2004 by Chrome Dreams.

***Please note that because this is an unofficial release, some information on this CD may be incorrect.***

## Track List

### Disc 2

1. Introduction - 2:34
2. Finnish Roots - 4:28
3. A Meeting of Minds - 3:00
4. Mix and Match - 9:16
5. Playing the Field - 6:28
6. Commerical Learnings - 5:10
7. Growing in Stature - 3:46
8. A Landmark Opus - 6:07
9. Inspirations and Aspirations - 5:09
10. The Same Old Boys - 3:54
11. In the Past - 4:06
12. Down But Not Out - 4:20
Dead Letters tour

**Dead Letters Tour** refers to the tour dates whilst promoting the *Dead Letters* album in 2003-2004. Then later for the anniversary tour in 2019.

## Trivia

* The Rasmus were scheduled to open for Evanescence in Germany on 23rd, 24th and 26th June 2003, but the shows were cancelled because a member of Evanescence had fallen ill and there wasn't enough time to get a replacement.
* The Rasmus had to cut their set short at Reading and Leeds Festival 2004 due to the crowd throwing mud and bottles at the band.

## References

1. ↑ http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/3610484.stm
First Day of My Life

***First Day of My Life*** is the first track from The Rasmus' fifth studio album, *Dead Letters*. It was released as the third single from the album on October 15, 2003

## Background

Lauri Ylönen explains the conception of the song:

> "Finishing up from our German tour. We were watching a movie in the back of the tour bus, and in the movie there was a sentence "through the darkness". I took my guitar and made a chorus immediately. The song is about the band, being on tour and dreaming."
>
>

In a 2019 *Dead Letters* track-by-track interview, Lauri and Aki added:

> Lauri: "I had finished the demo with an acoustic guitar. It had a classical vibe to it. It was also the first time there was a bit of schlager mixed with the rock – a little bit of Abba in the chorus. But when we started rocking the song with guitars, it actually became quite interesting. We had our own term for it: positive sadness."
>
>
> Aki: "The song has some longing. We have started 98 percent of our gigs with this song."
>
>

## Lyrics

I feel like I'm stoned

I wanna be alone

Just for a while, unknown

Weeks on the road

A long way from home

Just shut off the phone

And you say I'll heal you

I'll always be yours

And you say I'll kill you

If I do something wrong

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

Still feels like the first time

To stand here by your side

Together regardless

We'll walk through the darkness

Still feels like the first day of my life

Remember the times

Together we swore

Never give up this life

Still hanging on

Still going strong

Here I belong

And maybe I'm crazy

But I just can't slow down

And maybe I'm crazy

But at least I'm still around

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

(*Yeah!*) Yeah!

Still feels like the first time

To stand here by your side

Together regardless

We'll walk through the darkness

Still feels like the first day of my life

Feels like the first day of my life

Feels like the first time

Still feels like the first day of my life

Still feels like the first time

To stand here by your side

Together regardless

We'll walk through the darkness

Still feels like the first day of my

Still feels like the first day of my

Still feels like the first day of my life

## Music video

Directed by: Sven Bollinger

Location: Berlin, Germany

Date of filming: September 3-5, 2003

Release date: August 10, 2003

## References

1. ↑ https://www.therasmus-hellofasite.it/en/2019/11/lauri-and-aki-go-through-dead-letters-track-by-track/
In the City

***In the City*** is the fifth track from Lauri Ylönen's first solo album, *New World*. It was released as the second single from the album on June 17, 2011.

## Background

Lauri's description about the song:

> "*In The City* is a real night ride song, it has an amazing night-time atmosphere. In this song I question a too hasty marriage. Almost all of my acquaintances who have been married have already divorced. It seems that it’s pointless to rush with getting married, and marriage isn’t meant for all couples, or it’s not necessary. I’ve never sung with such a high pitch as in this song."
>
>

## References

1. ↑ https://www.therasmus-hellofasite.it/en/archives/13100
Got You on My Mind

***Got You on My Mind*** is the ninth track from Lauri Ylönen's first solo album, *New World*.

## Background

Lauri described the lyrics to this song as "psychedelic."

> "This song has an exiting atmosphere. I sang the song as calmly as I could, in one take. It would be nice to hear this song in the background of a movie! The lyrics are quite psychedelic, and frankly I’m not sure even myself about what I did."
>
>

## References

1. ↑ https://www.therasmus-hellofasite.it/en/archives/13100
Playboys (album)

***Playboys*** is the second studio album by The Rasmus (named just *Rasmus* back then) which was released on August 29, 1997 via Warner Music Finland.

It was certified Gold in Finland, and the single *Blue* also went Gold when it was released in May the same year. The album was not as popular outside their homeland Finland.

Besides the band members, there were many additional musicians (see below) that appeared on *Playboys*. This made the album sound very different from regular rock. With the singer Lauri Ylönen's rap vocals, it became more like rapcore.

## Credits

### The Rasmus

* Lauri Ylönen – vocals
* Pauli Rantasalmi – guitar
* Eero Heinonen – bass
* Janne Heiskanen – drums

### Additional Musicians

* Ilkka Hämäläinen – turntables, saxophones, panda 49, backing vocals
* Axel F. – trumpet
* Aleksi Ahoniemi – saxophone
* Matti Lappalainen – trombone
* Mamba Abdissa Assefa – percussion
* Timo Lavanko – alto saxophone, clarinet on "Panda"
* Tuukka Helminen – cello on "Blue"
* Tuomo Prättälä – Wurlitzer on "Sold"
* Mara Salminen – moog synth on "Wicked Moments", "Panda" and "Well Well"
* Hannu Pikkarainen – panda 49 on "Blue"
* Hanna Viitanen – steel pans on "Carousel"
* Essi Grönberg – backing vocals on "Raggatip" and "Wicked Moments"
* Katja Aakkula – backing vocals on "Raggatip"

### Production and Design

* The Rasmus and Illka Herkman – producers
* Juha Heininen and Illka Herkman – recorders, mixers
* Pauli Saastamoinen – mastering
* Braalot – sleeve
* Rascar – photographs
FAQ

## About this Wiki

### Who created The Rasmus Wiki and why?

* My name is Becki and I created The Rasmus Wiki because I've noticed there are a lot of inactive forums and fan-sites. Some people don't like to use social media on a regular basis, so I created this Wiki page where everyone can easily access the latest news and music.

### Is this Wiki page affiliated with The Rasmus?

* No, myself nor this Wiki page are affiliated with The Rasmus personally or professionally.

### Who can edit the information on this Wiki?

* Anyone can create an account and edit information. But if you do add or edit anything then please add references so we can determine if the information is true or false. Any false information will be deleted immediately.

## The Rasmus

### Who is currently in The Rasmus?

* The current members are Lauri Ylönen (vocals), Eero Heinonen (bass), Aki Hakala (drums) and Emppu Suhonen (guitar).

### Where can I follow The Rasmus?

* You can follow the official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Alternatively, they also have an official website that you can visit too.

### Do The Rasmus have Twitter?

* No, the band nor the individual members currently do not have a Twitter account.

### A social media account different from the one you linked claim to be the band or band member, what do I do?

* If they don't have the blue verified tick next to their name, then they are a fake account and you need to report them. Visit our Social Media page to find out the official social media pages of The Rasmus and the individual band members.

### When is the next single being released?

* The Rasmus will release *Fireflies* featuring Mexican rapper, Charles Ans, on 31st March 2023. Click here to pre-save now!

### When is the next album being released?

* The new album, *Rise*, was released on 23rd September 2022. You can order a copy and listen on streaming services here. Another album is already confirmed to be in the works, so watch this space for updates!

### When are The Rasmus going on tour?

* The band will be touring Latin America in May 2023 and select European festivals in the summer. Visit therasmus.com for info and tickets.
Something in the Dark

***Something in the Dark*** is the second track from The Rasmus' ninth studio album, *Dark Matters*. It was released as the fifth and final single from the album on September 29, 2017.

## Background

Lauri Ylönen said this song is about "[escaping] to your fantasy world" and "[believing] in something that doesn't exist."
Live 2012/Mysteria

***Live 2012/Mysteria*** is The Rasmus' second live DVD that was released on October 11, 2012 by Oy Shadowland Ltd.

This DVD was only available to purchase on tour.

## Contents

* 38 minute documentary of European tour in May 2012
* Live songs, behind the scenes and interviews
* 6 minute "Making of Mysteria" in studio and in video shoot
* *I'm a Mess* music video
* *Stranger* music video
* *Mysteria* music video
Bittersweet

(feat. Ville Valo and Lauri Ylönen)

***Bittersweet*** is a single by the cello rock band Apocalyptica in collaboration with Ville Valo of HIM and Lauri Ylönen. The music is by Apocalyptica, the lyrics by Ville Valo and the vocals by Ville Valo and Lauri Ylönen.

## Background

The song is written for four cellos (quartet) and voice, but there are versions for just the cello quartet. The lyrics are about a love triangle, in which a woman loves a man, who does not love her back, and another man who is in love with the woman, while she does not love him back.

"Bittersweet" was released on October 13,2004. The song peaked at number 1 on Finnish Singles Chart. It also peaked at number 6 in Germany, number 8 in Switzerland, number 11 In Austria, and number 53 in Sweden.

Ville Valo and Lauri Ylönen joined Apocalyptica for the world-premiere live rendition of *Bittersweet* at a benefit concert for the victims of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami disaster at the Hartwall Arena in Helsinki on January 17, 2005. The concert featured 30-minute live performances by HIM, The Rasmus, Apocalyptica, Negative and The 69 Eyes.

## Lyrics

I'm giving up the ghost of love

And a shadow is cast on devotion

She is the one that I adore

Queen of my silent suffocation

Break this bittersweet spell on me

Lost in the arms of destiny

I won't give up

I'm possessed by her

I'm bearing a cross

She's turned into my curse

Break this bittersweet spell on me

Lost in the arms of destiny

Bittersweet, I want you

Oh, how I wanted you

And I need you

How I needed you

Oh, break this bittersweet spell on me

Lost in the arms of destiny

Break this bittersweet spell on me

Lost in the arms of destiny

Bittersweet

## Music video

Directed by: Antti Jokinen

Location: Helsinki, Finland

Date of filming: 22-24 July 2004

Release date: October 13, 2004
Sail Away

***Sail Away*** is the eighth track from The Rasmus' sixth studio album, *Hide from the Sun*. It was released as the second single from the album on September 22, 2005

## Lyrics

Once upon a time, we had a lot to fight for

We had a dream, we had a plan

Sparks in the air, we spread a lot of envy

Didn't have to care, once upon a time

Remember when I swore

My love was never ending

And you and I would never die

Remember when I swore we had it all

We had it all

I'll sail away

It's time to leave

Rainy days are yours to keep

I'll fade away

The night is calling my name

You will stay, I'll sail away

Once upon a time, we used to burn candles

We had a place to call a home

The dream that we lived was better than divine

Every day was a gift, once upon a time

Remember when you swore

Your love was never ending

And you and I would never die

Remember when you swore we had it all

We'd never fall

I'll sail away

It's time to leave

Rainy days are yours to keep

I'll fade away

The twilight's calling my name

You will stay, I'll sail away

No reason to lie

No need to pretend

I'm grateful to die

To live once again

I'm fearless to fly

And reach for the end

And reach for the end, oh

Sail away

I'll sail away

It's time to leave

Rainy days are yours to keep

I'll fade away

The night is calling my name

You will stay, I'll sail away

Sail away

The night is calling my name

Sail away

## Music Video

Directed by: Mathias Vielsäcker and Christoph Mangler

Location: Riga, Latvia

Date of filming: 19th and 20th September 2005

Release date: September 22, 2005

## Trivia

* The music video went #1 at MTV Latino in March 2006. It has also been a popular video on many other music channels in Europe.
* Sail Away was 2nd on the United States singles list in 2005.
* The cover of the maxi single is different from the original version. The maxi single contains the PC-program "The Rasmus Player". The image in the adjacent box is the original cover.