ADOY is an synthpop band from Seoul, formed in 2016. Although it is a brand new band, the members have been entrenched in the music scene for a while. Juhwan (vocals, guitar) and Zee (synthesizer) have attended numerous festivals such as SXSW, CMJ and Summer Sonic, and Dayoung was a part of a team that won the best electronic act at the Korean Music Awards.
In May 2017, the band released its first EP album which was inspired by the band's own memories of youth, 'CATNIP.' It received positive reviews from the Korean media, earning them a nomination for best modern rock song from the 2018 Korean Music Awards, and also topping the Korean indie CD sales chart multiple times.
In June 2018, a year after their debut EP, ADOY released its second EP album, 'LOVE.' After topping the Korean Apple Music electronic chart for both album and song ('Wonder'), the band started to play in bigger, numerous gigs and festivals in and out of Korea. The album was critically acclaimed for keeping ADOY's trademark sound, while venturing into new musical territories, like collaborating with george in the song 'Blanc'.
Towards the end of 2019, ADOY finally released its first full-length album, 'VIVID.' While it contains familiar positive-vibe sounding tracks, it also shows a new side of the band, notably with a collab work with a rapper.
Taken from ADOY's Spotify "About" page.
San Francisco
ADOY Lyrics
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all the colors look back
San Francisco
lady flowers on my hill
San Francisco
all the colors look back
San Francisco
rosy flavors keep blowing
Little brother resembles you
I can never escape from you
Golden papers around me
Every time you
Every time you feel
Every time you
You can every time you feel
Every time you
Every time you feel
Every time you
You can every time you feel
San Francisco
all the colors look back
San Francisco
rosy flavors keep blowing
San Francisco
San Francisco
San Francisco
Every time you
Every time you feel
Every time you
You can every time you feel
Every time you
Every time you feel
Every time you
You can every time you feel
Every time you
Every time
You can every time you feel
Every time you
Every time
You can every time you feel
The lyrics of ADOY's song San Francisco suggest a longing for a city that the singer may have left or lost touch with. San Francisco, with its vibrant culture, diverse population, and scenic beauty, holds a special place in the singer's heart. The repetition of the phrase "all the colors look back" suggests a nostalgia for the city's colorful landscapes and people, which the singer longs to experience again. The reference to "lady flowers on my hill" conjures images of the city's famous hills and the blooming flowers that adorn them.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that San Francisco has a unique and irresistible energy that keeps drawing the singer back. The "rosy flavors" that keep "blowing" suggest the city's eclectic mix of cultures, cuisines, and art forms that never cease to captivate the singer. The mention of "prima donnas and dancers" and "little brother" who resembles the singer also hint at the city's rich artistic and familial traditions.
Overall, the lyrics of San Francisco convey a bittersweet yearning for a city that holds an indelible place in the singer's heart - a city that represents a mix of memories, emotions, and experiences that cannot be replicated elsewhere.
Line by Line Meaning
San Francisco
A reference to the city of San Francisco, which holds a special place in the singer's heart
all the colors look back
The singer sees a lot of vibrancy and diversity in the city
lady flowers on my hill
The image of these flowers represents the beauty of the city that the singer enjoys looking at
rosy flavors keep blowing
The pleasant aromas of the city's food and atmosphere keep the singer coming back
Prima donnas and dancers
The singer is observing the variety of people and performers in the city
Little brother resembles you
A comparison between the singer's little brother and the city, suggesting that they are both special and unique
I can never escape from you
The city has a strong hold on the singer's heart and memory
Golden papers around me
The singer is surrounded by wealth and luxury in the city
Every time you
A repetition of the phrase to emphasize the singer's deep connection with the city
Every time you feel
The singer urges listeners to embrace the emotions they feel when they experience the city
You can every time you feel
The city is a place where people can feel free to express themselves and their emotions
San Francisco
Re-emphasis of the city's significance to the singer
Every time you
Another repetition to drive home the point of the song
Every time you feel
Encouragement for listeners to fully embrace and experience the city's vibrancy
Every time you
Final repetition to solidify the connection between the singer and the city
You can every time you feel
The city is a place where people can freely express their emotions and connect with the vibrant atmosphere
Every time you
A final repetition to end the song on a strong note
You can every time you feel
The city allows people to freely express their emotions and enjoy the diverse forms of beauty it offers
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: zee, Jeong Dayong, Oh Juhwan
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