Chemical Villa group. Ville Valo is the most controversial idol of our time

Ville Valo about women.

Question: What do the women you loved have in common?

Ville: I have only loved one woman in my life. I had girlfriends and they were all very different: some had regular day jobs, some were the artistic type. What they have in common is long hair. Short hair not sexy or feminine. But, of course, these are exceptions. I like sensitive and strong women. A woman should be tolerant with me, since I am not at home for half the year. I'm so jealous of the person that open relationships don't work. And I've never had a one-night stand. Ville can sometimes think and reason about women.

Question: How has your idea of ​​women changed since adolescence?

Ville: When my friends started to be interested in girls, I concentrated on music. I thought girls were scary and unnecessary. I don't think so now. But my idea of ​​women changes all the time. Women surprise me every day. Question: What has being a rock star taught you about women? Ville: That women can be vulgar creatures. Because of my strong position, the chickens (who does he mean? Youngsters, probably... - approx. translation.) on high heels trying to get me into bed. They try to maintain their self-esteem. But I will be strong.

Question: Lies that women believe?

Ville: "Our band has practice!" No, I'm quite direct: if I want to stay with friends in a bar or just be alone, I'll say so.

Question: How do women change as they age?

Ville: Everyone has their own path. I know 50-60 year old women who are younger than teenagers. Living your life according to routine can kill yourself at a very young age. Of course, physical changes are inevitable. Debbue Harry and Faye Dunaway are good examples of wonderful older women. I understand plastic surgery, but not entirely. But they are good if they help someone feel more confident. It seems that every woman has a complex about her breasts.

Question: What do you pay attention to in a woman?

Ville: I always pay attention to long hair in good condition, for angelic curls. I don't like bleached blondes. In a way, I'm a shoe fetishist. If you have beautiful woman there are terrible shoes in the world, that would really turn me off. I also worry if a woman can't move naturally. The voice is also very important. You can't build a relationship on physical qualities alone.

Question: What female behavior might confuse you?

Ville: It really embarrasses me when girls grab me between my legs at a concert. Question: If you were a woman, what would you like to be? Ville: I would spend a lot more money on clothes than I spend now. Guys only wear shirts, jeans and ugly underwear. I sometimes bought women's pants. As a woman I might spend my money on unnecessary things. Spending money is great. Although I've always wondered how women can spend so much money on their appearance. I don't understand these horribly expensive face lotions that you wash your face with at night. It's useless. You can take care of yourself by not smoking, drinking too much alcohol, and exercising. Question: What makes a woman unerotic? Ville: Mustaches and hairy armpits turn me off. Perfume is also not erotic, just like too much makeup. There is nothing more erotic than the smell of leather and its softness. Touch. But eroticism depends on the situation. If a woman stands with curlers in her hair and a cucumber mask on her face, it might be the sexiest thing in the world.

Question: What's the worst way to offend a woman?

Ville: I don't know about the worst thing, but the most offensive thing is asking a woman her age. I think it's interesting to find out how old people are. I also have a bad habit of being ignorant which causes bad situations. I don't necessarily always pay attention if the other person needs or wants something. I am a capricious and selfish person: I prefer to take than to give. I don't always remember to call someone, even if I promised to.

Question: When is a woman most beautiful?

Ville: When she sleeps, unprotected.

Question: What is your worst mistake in your relationship?

Ville: Not having a normal job and never being at home. It is very difficult to maintain a relationship when you are away from home for six months. A telephone is sometimes not enough. Your beloved cannot go with you and do nothing.

Question: When do you get distracted when you're around women?

Ville: If my beloved is at my concert, it distracts me, because telepathy immediately starts working. Songwriting is also a sensitive thing. I listen to the resonance of the most high strings guitars and wait for them to inspire me to create. I don't want anyone to be near me at this moment. I also don't want to be watched when I look at porn sites on the Internet.

Question: How long can you be without female company?

Ville: Physically as much as necessary. Women are not things you only look at on the weekends. Question: What did your parents teach you about women? Ville: I had a liberal upbringing. My parents are still together - and this good example. My mother is quite eccentric. I inherited her character. She's an organized hippie: she knows how to work according to rules. She takes care of me and still buys me pillows and blankets. If I have problems in my relationship, we can calmly discuss everything, just like with my father. I inherited my father's character trait - this is how I conquer people.

Question: Which life advice about women would you pass on to your son?

Ville: Look at your father and do everything differently. Treat women better than your father. Take a shower and change your underwear to impress a woman.

Question: What would you tell your daughter about men?

Ville: I would be a father who would like to see all her friends. I would tell my growing daughter with raging hormones that sex is not love.

Question: What would you not be able to forgive a woman?

Ville: If she forgets about my birthday. You must be able to forgive mistakes and carelessness. I can even forgive lies.

Question: What's the biggest compliment you've ever received from a woman?

Ville: That despite my capricious, pseudo-artistic character, they still want to own me again and again. It is impossible to repeat such a compliment. I often hear positive things about my voice, or that I look better in real life than on TV. But these compliments mean nothing to me, ever since I found out that I good singer. It's nice if women like your songs.

Question: When is a woman most scary?

Ville: In the morning, when she still has remnants of makeup from last night. Question: In female company, when do you feel like a real man? Ville: What is a real man? These words remind me of a macho man showing off his physique or his wit.

Question: What do you talk to women about?

Ville: About the same things as with men. Talking about fucking can be an educational discussion with a woman.

Question: What words do you use most often to describe women?

Ville: Any. I can call my girlfriends bitches or witches, it's a little rude, but I say it with humor, in a friendly way, but not as an insult.

Question: Are there any true things about you that you wouldn’t want a woman to tell you?

Ville: I think it was all said out loud. I am reproached for my narrow-mindedness and stubbornness. I've also heard that in many ways - I'm a terrible person, and that really saddens me. When I was younger I took myself more seriously, now I can laugh at my weaknesses.

Question: What do you need women for?

Ville: I need soul helpers so that I can be who I am. It's not a gender issue.

Question: How do you know a woman is faking? Ville: By her eyes, words, actions. I discovered a sixth sense, I can “read” people. Everyone falsifies. Sometimes you have to fake because this empty world is full of mean animals that can tear you apart.

Question: Can a woman be treated like a man?

Ville: Women don't have any special privileges in this regard. You can ask a woman about beer or invite her to a car show.

Question: Is there anything a woman can't do without you?

Ville: I believe that I am a good listener. I also like to do physical things, knowing that I'm not very good at many of them. I can drive a nail into a wall, but girls can do all this too.

Question: What character traits do you dislike in women?

Ville: Excessive pride and self-confidence. I also don’t like it when they do nothing, I like people who are always busy with something.

Question: Have you ever cried because of women?

Ville: I don't cry a lot, but the last time I cried was over relationship problems.

Question: How would you describe a Finnish woman?

Ville: Close and reliable. I can describe my feelings better in Finnish - it's much easier.

Question: Do women cheat?

Ville: Both men and women lie. I can't say that men lie more women, it depends on the individual.

Question: What do you think is the most difficult thing when living with a woman?

Ville: I find it difficult to live in any society because I like to be alone. I find it too limiting to live with someone all the time. It is also difficult to close the door behind you, knowing that you will open it only after 4 months. Music takes time away from first love. Immediately after a long tour it is difficult to feel comfortable at home because this is the time when I have to be alone. Hotel service is good, your mess is cleaned up for you, so it's very easy to get used to, but it creates problems at home. In my heady years, I maintained the illusion that it was all easy. All I want to do is play guitar in my underwear and go drink beer with my friends. But at home, my clothes and CDs are always lying on the floor - this makes it easier for me to find them.

Question: Is it possible to be just friends with a woman?

Ville: Of course. You don't always need an affair. I have many female friends.

Question: Is there anything you want a woman to remember from you?

Ville: The smell of my skin.

At the beginning of the 2000s, Russia was gripped by HIM hysteria: thousands of young girls and boys went crazy over creativity Finnish group, which has become a “calling card” Scandinavian country. The group has already spent two decades, and its popularity in Russia is not falling. After a long break, the Finns returned to Moscow: they will perform at the Stadium Live club on October 25 with fellow countrymen from The Rasmus.

On the eve of the Moscow concert, HIM frontman Ville Vallo told Dystopia about his unfulfilled dream of becoming a musician on a ferry, his hatred of social networks and his unwillingness to rest on his laurels.

You once dreamed of becoming a singer on the Helsinki-Stockholm ferry. But you became the lead singer of the group HIM, a real rock star. That is, your dream did not come true. Are you disappointed?

(laughs). You know, no, because the journey still continues! In any case, I became a musician, and this is the most important thing! Stars fade over time, but music is forever. When we were very young, we didn’t know what to expect, and we still don’t know. Life is full of surprises.

There is a stereotype that Russia is a country of bears and balalaikas. But this is not the first time you have come to our country. What is Russia for you, what is it associated with?

Yes, we were in Russia several times, but we only gave concerts, and we didn’t have any time to feel the atmosphere of the country, get acquainted with the culture, go to some museum, for example. This time, I hope everything will be different. And it seems to me that Russia is not only balalaika, but vodka and balalaika!

Many foreign musicians, for various reasons, refused to go to Russia this year. Did you have any doubts? Have you thought about canceling your trip to our country?

It seems to me that many musicians refused to go to Russia for political reasons. But this is not about us. On the contrary, we try to make people at least temporarily distracted from political differences through our music. And if it really works, that's cool! In general, musicians can cancel concerts for very different reasons.

Ville, tell me why the groupHIMhaven't come to Russia since solo concert so long? You had a big tour with the album.Tears on Tape in all countries of the world, but not in Russia. Answer me honestly?

You know, the world is too big, and there are very few days in the year. And it is simply physically impossible to have time to visit everywhere at the same time, but we try to keep up (although this takes a lot of effort and time). We had a long tour: we visited Latin America, China, it was very exciting! And now we felt that it was time to go to Russia! And we're happy to come with The Rasmus because for a long time didn't perform with these guys! And we ourselves will have fun spending time together, just like in the good old days.

What do you think about doing a big tour of Russia, different cities as they have already done30 seconds to mars, and are going to doLimp Bizkit AndTokyo Hotel?

Yes, yes, we have already thought about this. That would be great! It's always interesting to discover something new for yourself. You know, why not? Maybe very soon we will reach Vladivostok!

That would be a good idea. I once asked Goran Bregovic what he considers the main indicator of a musician’s recognition. The Serb replied: « When my songs are sung at weddings». What is recognition for you?

I don't know... Maybe it's when you're riding in a taxi, you hear your song on the radio and you think: "Wow!" In fact, for every musician it is something very personal. It's very nice when your music brings people together - it's a fantastic feeling. This is the magic of music.

Many musicians, having achieved fame, continue to rest on their laurels and receive money in advance. You are from certificate of honor you refuse peace. What are you in a hurry to do with the group?

We are not legends, we cannot afford to rest on our laurels now. We haven't reached all the heights yet. For this we need to work very hard, and only then can we allow ourselves to rest.

As Nick Cave once noted, rock and roll is a revolutionary form of expression. What can you say about your music ( Love metal) ? Are you planning to jump into the audience at the Moscow concert?

When we were young, we really enjoyed stage diving, and our guitarist Linde was especially good at it. And I even managed to play the guitar while the audience was carrying me in their arms. Stage diving is a fun activity, but quite crazy. I think I'm too old.

Finnish bands are popular in Russia -HIM, The Rasmus, Sunrise Avenue. Do you know any Russian-speaking performers?

I know a few bands, but they are not very famous. Unfortunately, I can’t pronounce the name. I also remember one girl we met. She looked like a female version of Marilyn Manson, very pretty. I believe that you have a better chance of becoming famous when you sing English language- this is suitable for both Russian and Finnish performers. In general, I don’t know Russian music well, but I’ll try to fix that.

At the groupHIM still no official account on Instagram, despite the fact that many musicians actively use social networks in their work. Why are you refusing?

A musician is not a prostitute! Doing business is not our business. Our job is to write good music. There are so many people in show business who tell you what to do, and the main thing here is not to give in, but to do your own thing. And on social media I don’t even have time, I fucking hate them.

Not long ago, news appeared in Finnish publications that you bought a new four-story house. Why so big?

What are you talking about, there are very huge rooms there! Finally, I have a separate place where I can store all my guitars, where I can do what I love and spend free time. Now I have my own discreet place to write new music.

Every year for 16 yearsHIM are the headliners of the New Year's festivalHELLDONE in Finland. Maybe you would like to celebrate the holiday with your family, friends, and not fans? Are not you tired yet?

We don't celebrate New Year in Finland. family celebration. We celebrate Christmas, and on New Year's Eve we have parties, mostly for young people. The last day of the year is a good time for change, but you shouldn’t hope that everything will change by magic. And so, one day we decided to come up with something new and took part in organizing the Helldone festival. And we still continue to perform here, but you can always refuse.

Have you already decided at the upcoming festivalHELLDONE you will only perform as part of a groupHIMor maybe as a drummer in a bandDaniel Lioneye, or with your solo projectRambo Rimbaud Same?

No plans for this yet. We still have a long tour ahead of us. After Russia we will go to Japan, then to South America, then to England. And after the tour is over, I will return home and be able to think about this question. And this does not change from year to year. So, closer to the event we will see.

Ville, do you know any words in Russian?

No, definitely not. I can only say: “Thank you.” I never learned Russian, but we had the opportunity to do it at school. However, I'm bad at foreign languages. We learned Swedish, but I only really understand English well because I listened to a lot of songs in it as a child. In general, I think the Russian language is very beautiful, but I have never tried to learn it because it is very difficult for me.

The Finnish language is also very beautiful.

Yes, I agree. Both languages ​​are very good, but also difficult to learn. By the way, I practically don’t write songs in Finnish, because my music doesn’t really fit our language.

Ville, let's play a little. I will tell you one word, and you will have to describe it with the first three words that come to your mind.

- Russia

(laughs). Train, vodka, Pushkin.

- Love

For some inexplicable reason, I immediately thought about food (laughs). So, I’ll answer - a refrigerator, an ice cream freezer and a coffee machine.

— Finland

Of course, also vodka! Lapland, Santa Claus and home...And vodka!

— Love metal

The thing that brings you home. Home, music, everything.

— Ville Valo

Damn... (laughs). Passport, asthma and a dude reflected in the mirror.

— Tears on tape (last album HIM)

Oh this is very old thing for us. It takes me back in time, back to 2012 when everything was just beginning, and at the same time makes me think about the next album, about the future.

Now you can say a few nice words to your Russian fans. What do you expect from the concerts?

We expect a lot from the upcoming tour of Russia, because for the first time we will perform not only in Moscow and St. Petersburg, but also in Krasnodar. It's very inspiring, it's always interesting to know what's going on outside big cities! We hope that the concerts will be great and that everyone will be happy! Moreover, we are performing with very good guys from The group Rasmus! So, see you soon!

Are there things or actions that you regret?

Each of us regrets something. For example, I regret that I forgot to take a shower today (laughs). Maybe I'll deal with this later. In general, any business can always be done better. And regretting not making it better is a waste of time!

Please tell me what you dream about now?

We spend so much time on tour that I wish I could just sit at home and play my acoustic guitar, maybe write a couple of new songs - it's that simple.

Ville Valo is a famous musician whose work is loved by many music lovers around the world. His biography undoubtedly arouses interest and deserves attention.

Childhood and youth

Ville was born in Finland.

His dad, Kari Valo, is Finnish, and his mother, Anita Valo, is Hungarian. When Villa was eight years old, his younger brother named Yessie. The musician took an active part in his upbringing. In many ways he helped him and was a support in his life.

From an early age, Valo became interested in music; from the cradle, his mother and father taught him to listen to Finnish singers, in particular Rauli Somerjoki, as well as Tapio Rautavaara. At the age of fifteen, Ville began to get involved in hard rock, he liked bands " Black Sabbath" and "Kiss". As for reading, the future musician's favorite writer was Edgar Allan Poe. The guy studied a little at the capital's conservatory, and then sold goods in his dad's sex shop.

The beginning of a creative journey

Ville Valo also attended a music school, and even then the teachers noticed his undoubted talent. He began to look for information about all kinds of directions, read a lot about it, form his opinion about various groups, he also tried to find something that would touch his soul. He analyzed the music of many rock bands. So his taste gradually developed. Ville really wanted to become a member of some group. And soon his dream came true. Since adolescence, he has participated in many groups. In the late 80s, for example, he played keyboards and not too much successful groups"Kemoterapia", "Eloveena Boys", and also "B.L.O.O.D". In the early 90s, the guy founded his own band, His Infernal Majesty, which initially played covers of Black Sabbath compositions.

Later the group received the name "HIM" and began performing their own songs. Realizing that a career in this group could bring good money, Ville quit his father’s sex shop and devoted himself entirely to music. And indeed, the guy has gained enormous popularity and is gaining more and more respect among music lovers every year.

What can you say about the musician’s appearance?

Ville Valo, who is 184 cm tall, never wanted to be like Hollywood star. In clothes and appearance, he adheres to his own taste. The guy's figure is quite handsome, although he is a little thin. Ville has mysterious green eyes and a pleasant, friendly look. But it’s never clear what’s in a musician’s soul; nothing reveals his true feelings. Black curly hair used to reach his shoulders, but now Ville has a short haircut. Special attention I'm always attracted to his tattoos, of which he has many. Each drawing means something, they are all filled with meaning. Some he filled in memory of some events, others are some kind of symbols.

Character of a musician

Everyone who has heard Valo sing notes his beautiful voice.

This is also noticeable when talking to him. The musician cannot be called sociable; he does not like to burden his interlocutor with endless stories, but prefers to listen thoughtfully. However, conversations with Ville leave only pleasant impressions. It should also be noted that he follows all the rules of good manners, especially when communicating with girls. He prefers to look a person in the eyes, easily reading his soul. Valo is not spoiled and does not have inappropriate pride; he will never mock a person, no matter whether he is a friend or an enemy. His manners pleasantly surprise his interlocutors: it is not often today that you meet such a well-mannered person. Ville Valo does not have any special secrets; he is ready to tell his friends and journalists a lot. However, people always have a feeling of unsaidness. Perhaps it appears because of his mysterious look.

A little more about character

To many casual acquaintances and not very close people, the musician seems a little strange. Perhaps they are right to some extent. Sometimes there is no logic in Ville’s actions; he often stubbornly insists on his vision of a certain situation, even if he understands that he is mistaken. But he has one very good quality: He never gets discouraged if something doesn’t work out for him, although this doesn’t happen very often. People are drawn to him, and this is not surprising, because he charms everyone with his mysterious smile. Ville empathizes with all his friends and often drinks with them when something goes wrong for them. The musician's temperament is melancholic, but he never gets depressed, because he sees in everything and the good side. It is also important that he is never rude to anyone, as often happens with celebrities. If you dig a little deeper, you will find that Ville values ​​friendship very much, and if to a loved one If he needs help, he will do everything possible to help him out. Very good quality, isn't it? After all, that's what friendship is for.

For several years now, the musician has been in a civil marriage with a model.

Her name is Sandra Mitika, she is a native of the capital of France. This pretty girl moved to Helsinki, and now she and the musician live happily. However, it should be noted that Ville Valo, whom many fans are interested in, rarely mentions Sandra in interviews. What this could mean, let everyone think for themselves.

Musician tattoos

He really has a lot of them. Let's look at some of them.

The first tattoo he made was in the shape of a heart. It is located on the right hand, and more specifically, on the wrist. She looks very romantic. This tattoo was made in honor of the release of the group's first single.

The next tattoo is a gorgeous lace that runs through the entire left hand musician.

There is an opinion that Ville made this image while he was drunk.

The heartagram on the neck deserves special attention. Ville Valo got it when he decided to cut his hair short and open the back of his head for everyone to see. Many fans were surprised by the new one and most liked it.

Also, on the musician’s body there is some kind of incomprehensible sign, around which there is fierce debate among fans of his work. No one, including Valo himself, probably knows what meaning is put into it, since each time he explains its meaning differently.

Another cute tattoo is located under the musician's navel. It is made in the form of a heartagram, around which petals curl. This tattoo gave rise to many conversations and gossip.

Another tattoo was done relatively recently.

The group had a new logo, and Ville, of course, wanted to depict it on his body.

In general, everyone already understands that Willie Valo simply loves tattoos and, perhaps, will soon delight his fans with fresh tattoos.

Musician's sayings

Of course, any fan is interested in knowing what his idol said on this or that occasion.

A musician, for example, once said that even what seems to us to be the machinations of Satan can be God’s work.

As for feelings, Ville told us that neither huge money nor luxurious hotel rooms can compare with love.

The musician also said that you need to be an attentive and far-sighted person in order to understand what the next day has in store for you. And there is no need to fear any abyss, because there is always a bottom.

Ville Valo, whose quotes are always laconic and wise, is generally quite clever man, and should be listened to. He shares his experience with us, and this is worthy of respect.