Yoon Do-hyun was born in Imjin-myeon (currently Munsan-eup) in Paju, Gyeonggi Province. He graduated from Munsan High School in 1991, and began working in 1993 around Paju's music circles as part of the band Jongyiyeon (종이연).[1]
In 1994, Yoon released his debut solo album, In Front of the Post Office in Autumn (가을 우체국 앞에서). It produced the hit singles "Tarzan" and "Love Two," but the album did not receive much commercial success since dance music was trendy at the time.
Yoon formed the eponymously named Yoon Do-hyun Band in 1996, with himself on vocals, drummer Kim Jin-won, guitarist Yoo Byung-yeol, and bass guitarist Park Tae-hee. Later that year, Yoon played the lead role in Jungle Story, Kim Hong-joon's film that recounts the rise and fall of a fictitious, underground band. His bandmates also appeared in the film.
Its initial failure to break out led to the Yoon Do-hyun Band almost disbanding in 2000, and guitarist Yoo Byung-yeol left the band and was replaced by Huh Joon. Then in 2002, they rocketed to fame with the World Cup cheer song "Oh! Pilseung Korea" (meaning "Victory Korea!"). With its explosive live performances and Yoon's powerful voice and frank personality onstage, the Yoon Do-hyun Band eventually became one of the foremost rock bands in South Korea, selling more than 2 million albums and doing more than 100 live concerts. It won music awards from Korea's three main broadcast stations KBS, MBC and SBS, and won the WPMA (World Peace Music Award) in 2003 for their activities in promoting human rights. Renamed YB in 2005, it was the first Korean band to ever tour Europe and had two sold-out concerts in New York City (Nokia Theater, B.B King Blues Club) in 2006.[5] YB was the subject of two rockumentaries, Kim Tae-yong's On the Road, Two (2006) and Moon Cheung-heum's Flying Butterfly (2010). YB celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2015 with a series of sold-out concerts titled "20 Years Old."
Meanwhile, Yoon starred in stage musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Gwanghwamun Sonata, and Once. He also hosted the popular music-talk show Yoon Do-hyun's Love Letter from April 2002 to November 2008.
As a solo artist, Yoon has released two albums and three EPs, including Difference (2005), Harmony (2009), and Singing Yoon Do-hyun (노래하는 윤도현, 2014).
Alright
윤도현 Lyrics
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눈을 감고 가슴 속에 맴도는 노랫소리 귀기울여봐
모두가 다 똑같이 틀에 박혀 산다해도
너는 너 자유롭게 눈이 부신 햇살처럼
다 큰 어른이 돼도 넌 라랄라
Alright 더 크게 웃어봐 다 라랄라 alright
하루가 또 바래져간대도 내일이란 기회가 있어
새초롬히 고개를 든 꽃들도 비에 젖어 이룬 것처럼
모두가 다 똑같이 틀에 박혀 산다해도
너는 너 자유롭게 눈이 부신 햇살처럼
다 큰 어른이 돼도 넌 라랄라 Alright
더 크게 웃어봐 다 라랄라 Alright
하늘안고 날아!
Alright 더 크게 웃어봐 다
Alright 하늘안고 날아!
The lyrics to 윤도현's song Alright describe a message of hope and encouragement to the listener even when life seems overwhelming and exhausting. The song emphasizes the idea of being true to oneself and remaining free and independent. The lyrics assert that despite everyone else conforming to societal norms, the listener should remain unique and free, akin to the shining sun. The song stresses the importance of enjoying the present moment and finding joy in life, even when the future may seem uncertain. The repetition of the phrase “라랄라” at the end of each verse adds a lighthearted, carefree feeling to the song and encourages the listener to sing along and enjoy life.
The lyrics in the chorus emphasize the importance of smiling and laughing even when life feels difficult. The message is that even though time may pass quickly and days may feel repetitive or mundane, each day is an opportunity to celebrate life and to enjoy every moment. The bridge of the song encourages the listener to fly high like the birds in the sky, in order to achieve their dreams and live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
하루종일 오늘도 지쳐서 어제같은 날이라면
If today feels like yesterday because of exhaustion from the entire day
눈을 감고 가슴 속에 맴도는 노랫소리 귀기울여봐
Listen closely to the song in your heart with closed eyes
모두가 다 똑같이 틀에 박혀 산다해도
Even if everyone lives according to the same framework
너는 너 자유롭게 눈이 부신 햇살처럼
You are free like the sunlight that shines in your eyes
다 큰 어른이 돼도 넌 라랄라
Even if you become a grownup, keep singing 'La La La'
Alright 더 크게 웃어봐 다 라랄라 alright
Alright, smile even bigger and keep singing 'La La La'
하루가 또 바래져간대도 내일이란 기회가 있어
Even if a day has passed and gone, tomorrow brings new opportunities
새초롬히 고개를 든 꽃들도 비에 젖어 이룬 것처럼
Like flowers that stand tall and achieve even while being soaked in rain
하늘안고 날아!
Fly high, embracing the sky!
Alright 더 크게 웃어봐 다
Alright, smile even bigger and keep going
Alright 하늘안고 날아!
Alright, fly high embracing the sky!
Writer(s): 0, Paul Anthony Green, Rohan A. Robotham, Paul Wright
Contributed by Isabelle B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.