1tym has been widely popular in Korea and Asia since the release of their first single and album, "One Time For Your Mind". The group's fresh hip-hop beats and R&B versatility (noteably their ease in transitioning from rap to soulful R&B) has won them success and to date they have released five albums: "One Time For Your Mind" (1998), "2nd Round" (2000), "Third Time Fo' Yo' Mind" (2001), "Once N 4 All" (2003), and "ONEWAY" (2005). 1TYM has also collaborated with the likes of fellow YG Family members, Jinusean and Lexy, and Big Mama, among others.
Following the release and promotion period of their latest album, "ONEWAY", 1TYM will be on hiatus for a few years due to Oh Jinhwan's mandatory military service. Teddy is working on his first solo album and Danny is planning the release of his second. Baekkyoung has now joined the group Moogadang.
Ready Or Not Yo!
1TYM Lyrics
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이건 너무 뻔해 (뭘원해넌) 1TYM 2000
Do you wanna 참 어이없이
떠들어댔던 너의 유치코미디
또 보나마나 뻔해 상대 헐뜯기
고향은 물어 뭘해 그런 개소리 닥쳐라
그꼴을 해가지고 잘났다고 큰소리 치고 참 어이없다
생각을 해봤지 너의 금빼지
속에 달려있던 우리들의 미래
빠르게 돌아갔던 세상속에 비해 답답한 소리만
늘어놓기 바빴지 언제까지 싸움박질 속에
현실 잊고 살며 안심 지역감정 부축이며
서로를 갈라놓고 장이야 멍이야 stall that, what
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
뭔가 착각 하지좀 말자
(My crew's gonna get down to it) 모두다
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
잠깐 반짝 거리지 말자
(Your crew can't begin to do it) 우리가
안돼 여자라고 반대 (하는) 라는 자들아 어때
한방 먹었냐 마치 얼이 빠진 느낌 (히히히)
모두 문을 닫고 말지
(삐삐삐) 왜 돈준데?
지금까지는 다들 뭐했데 너희 하나둘씩
(그렇고 그랬던 사이지) 나에 말이 맞지 (참 꼴좋네)
이거 하지 마 저거 하지 마
어른들이 만들어낸 공간 속에나
아예 하지말든지 아니면 모범이 되봐
뒤집어쓴 양에 탈 벗어봐
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
뭔가 착각 하지좀 말자
(My crew's gonna get down to it) 모두다 (모두다)
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
잠깐 반짝 거리지 말자
(Your crew can't begin to do it) 우리가 (우리가)
이제 우리가 다 바꿔가요
어두어진 세상 속에 빛이되어 새로운싹을 꽃피워요
막힌 네 앞을 봐봐 너에 뒤에 서 있는 사람
그 중간에 (니가) 언제까지 똑같아 (질까)
계속된 이어진 원을 그리지는 마
비틀거리는 세상속에 넘어지지 마
자신에 판단에 기를 들면돼 (action)
뒤바꿔질 세상 속에 니가 먼저
잘못된 답에 동그라미 치지를 말고
우리같이 만들어멋진 세계
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
뭔가 착각 하지좀 말자
(My crew's gonna get down to it) 모두다 (모두다)
Ready or not, yo (here we come)
잠깐 반짝 거리지 말자
(Your crew can't begin to do it) 우리가 (우리가)
(Ready or not, yo)
The lyrics of 1TYM's song "Ready Or Not Yo!" convey a strong message of defiance and empowerment. The song starts off by criticizing someone who is being predictable and loud, questioning their intentions and mocking their childish behavior. The lyrics suggest that their hometown and irrelevant conversations should be disregarded.
The next verse tackles the issue of people who mock and belittle others, suggesting that they should stop their disrespectful behavior. It also highlights the frustration of living in a fast-paced world where only suffocating noises seem to dominate. The lyrics imply that there is a constant struggle and an endless cycle of fighting, with individuals losing sight of reality and relying on their local bias to divide themselves. The line "stall that, what" signifies a call to stop these negative actions and behaviors.
The chorus "Ready or not, yo" acts as a rallying cry, inviting the listener and their crew to face challenges head-on and not fall into misconceptions or deceptive distractions. The lyrics emphasize that their crew is capable of achieving what others cannot because they are determined and focused.
The third verse addresses the opposition faced by women and sarcastically asks how they are doing since they are being opposed by some individuals. It mocks the feeling of arrogance someone may experience after achieving minor successes. The lyrics further criticize those who have done nothing significant and question their contributions. It highlights the hypocrisy and lack of credibility in their arguments. It encourages individuals to break away from the conventions imposed by adults and try to become better role models or opt-out entirely.
The bridge suggests that it is now time for the listener and their crew to bring about change. It symbolizes bringing light to a dark world and nurturing new growth. The lyrics call for resilience and determination, urging the listener not to stumble in a twisted world but instead rely on their judgment and take action. It emphasizes the need to create a better world together and move away from wrong answers and instead build a beautiful world collectively.
Overall, the lyrics of "Ready Or Not Yo!" encourage listeners to challenge norms, question the status quo, and strive for personal growth and collective betterment. It speaks against conformity, disrespect, and negativity, advocating for change and a more optimistic future.
Line by Line Meaning
이건 너무 뻔해 (뭘원해넌) 시끄럽게
This is too obvious (What do you want) so don't make a fuss
원하는게 뭐야 시민 우롱하는 거야 다신 (나오지 마)
What do you want? Are you mocking the citizens? Never again (don't come out)
그꼴을 해가지고 잘났다고 큰소리 치고 참 어이없다
You act like that and think you're so great, it's really absurd
생각을 해봤지 너의 금빼지
Have you thought about it? Your greed
속에 달려있던 우리들의 미래
Our future that was pinned inside
빠르게 돌아갔던 세상속에 비해 답답한 소리만
Compared to the fast-paced world, only frustrating sounds
늘어놓기 바빴지 언제까지 싸움박질 속에
We were busy spreading it out, how long will we fight?
현실 잊고 살며 안심 지역감정 부축이며
Living while forgetting reality, comforting regional sentiments
서로를 갈라놓고 장이야 멍이야 stall that, what
Dividing and arguing with each other, are you the winner or the loser? Stall that, what
안돼 여자라고 반대 (하는) 라는 자들아 어때
Can't you accept that she's a girl? Those people who oppose, how about it?
한방 먹었냐 마치 얼이 빠진 느낌 (히히히)
Did you win with just one shot? Like a feeling of freezing (hee hee hee)
모두 문을 닫고 말지 (삐삐삐) 왜 돈준데?
Everyone close your mouths (beep beep beep) Why give money?
지금까지는 다들 뭐했데 너희 하나둘씩
What have you all been doing until now, one by one?
(그렇고 그랬던 사이지) 나에 말이 맞지 (참 꼴좋네)
(That's the way it was) Words that suit me (how satisfying)
이거 하지 마 저거 하지 마
Don't do this, don't do that
어른들이 만들어낸 공간 속에나
Even within the space created by adults
아예 하지말든지 아니면 모범이 되봐
Either don't do it at all or become a role model
뒤집어쓴 양에 탈 벗어봐
Take off the mask you've worn inside out
이제 우리가 다 바꿔가요
Now we're going to change everything
어두어진 세상 속에 빛이되어 새로운싹을 꽃피워요
Become a light in the dark world and bloom new sprouts
막힌 네 앞을 봐봐 너에 뒤에 서 있는 사람
Look at the blocked path in front of you, the person standing behind you
그 중간에 (니가) 언제까지 똑같아 (질까)
In the middle of that (how long will) you stay the same?
계속된 이어진 원을 그리지는 마
Don't keep drawing the same repeating cycle
비틀거리는 세상속에 넘어지지 마
Don't stumble in this twisted world
자신에 판단에 기를 들면돼 (action)
Just trust your own judgment (action)
뒤바꿔질 세상 속에 니가 먼저
In a world that will change, you go first
잘못된 답에 동그라미 치지를 말고
Don't just circle the wrong answer
우리같이 만들어멋진 세계
Let's create a wonderful world together
(Ready or not, yo)
(Ready or not, yo)
Writer(s): Borja Thomas Perry
Contributed by Olivia G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.