The members of the group were promoted using various meanings (digital single, sub-unit activities and even MCing) and did so during many months prior to debut, getting them a lot of attention from the media. On January 8th, 2012, the first episode of their pre-debut reality show MTV “Ta-Dah! It’s B.A.P” aired, revealing the remaining three members to the public. Their first single “WARRIOR” was released on January 26th 2012 and they officially debuted on January 27th 2012 on KBS Music Bank, followed on the 28th by a huge showcase held at the Jangchung Gymnasium, where more than 3,000 fans attended. They secured their spot as rookies who brightly shined the 2012 music industry by sweeping the rookie awards for various end-of-the-year award ceremonies. On February 12th, 2014, B.A.P won their first public broadcast win, two years after debuting, at MBC Show Champion with their title song "1004 (Angel)". After 7 years together, B.A.P decided to disband in 2019.
Ribbon in the Sky
B.A.P Lyrics
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Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh (yes yes)
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
Yeah yeah yeah, let's get it!
Ribbon in the sky (oh oh oh oh oh)
Ribbon in the sky (oh oh oh oh oh) no yeah
그 힘의 논리는 날 열받게 해 replay the game
지배된 매스 미디어는 fiction 눈을 가려
온갖 비리, 부패는 option
입을 닫아 whoa
Bring it on (oh!)
맛이 갔지
고인 물에 풍기는 악취
탐욕에 눈 먼 그들만의 잔치
더 이상 도망갈 순 없어 (hoo)
우린 알지 (hoo hoo eh)
우리 가치를 (hoo)
Tell me 'bout it
끝까지 부딪혀 crazy
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) ribbon in the sky
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
준비 됐어 come on big boy
(Oh eh oh eh) war is over
악을 질러 너의 소리를 높여
Yeh, yeh, yeh, yeh
Ribbon in the sky (e-o-e-o-uh)
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
역겨운 시스템 it's like pyramid
손쉬운 먹잇감 인 듯 먹혀 먹혀 피라미
Fade out, fade out yo
다시 크게 눈을 뜨지
깊숙이 뿌리 박힌 rule
밟고 부셔 all-in, always (oh yeh)
Bring it on (oh)
바보같이
굴지 않아 더 이상 ye, get' cha
날 유린하는 거짓말 다 치워
더 이상 숨길 수는 없어 (ho!)
우린 알지 (ho ho eh) 우리 가치를 (ho)
Tell me 'bout it
끝까지 부딪혀 crazy
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) ribbon in the sky
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
준비 됐어 come on big boy
(Oh eh oh eh) war is over
악을 질러 너의 소리를 높여
Yeh, yeh, yeh, yeh
Ribbon in the sky (e-o-e-o-uh)
날아가는 거야 하늘 위로
잊지마 구름 뒤에 가려져도, I know
기억해 oh, ribbon in the sky
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) ribbon in the sky
(Oh eh) break it down
(Oh eh) break it down
준비 됐어 come on big boy
(Oh eh oh eh) war is over
악을 질러 너의 소리를 높여
Yeh, yeh, yeh, yeh
Ribbon in the sky (e-o-e-o-uh)
The lyrics of B.A.P's song Ribbon in the Sky involve commentary on the corruption and greed that infects political and media systems, and the need to rally together to combat social injustice. The opening lines express anger at the "logic" of those in power that cause frustration and plays with the "replay the game" phrase. The lyrics describe the media as "fiction" that blinds the public to the corruption and malfeasance plaguing society. The song calls for people to rise up and fight against this corruption, feeling that they can not escape if they don't unite.
The lyrics go on to describe the greed and lust for power that drives corrupt officials, symbolized by their decadent feasting on the spoils of their actions. The song calls them out as hypocritical, expressing disdain for their swindling ways. It portrays society's rules and norms as deeply entrenched, implying that overcoming them requires great effort but ultimately it can be done.
The chorus invokes the "Ribbon in the Sky," referring to the celestial path that must be followed to strive for a better future. The song's message is encouraging people to band together and work towards a more equitable and just society. Using symbols of the sky and the Ribbon in it gives the song a sense of hope, conveying that the issues highlighted requires healing and support to administer antidote.
Line by Line Meaning
Ribbon in the sky (oh oh oh oh oh)
We dream of something pure and untouchable, like a ribbon floating in the sky
Ribbon in the sky (oh oh oh oh oh) no yeah
Our dream is universal, and it's beyond any culture or race
Bring it on (oh!)
We face life's challenges head-on
맛이 갔지
We've grown tired of the mundane
고인 물에 풍기는 악취
We're disgusted by corruption and greed
탐욕에 눈 먼 그들만의 잔치
We refuse to participate in a feast of greed and disregard for others
더 이상 도망갈 순 없어 (hoo)
We cannot run away anymore
우린 알지 (hoo hoo eh)
We know
우리 가치를 (hoo)
Our values
끝까지 부딪혀 crazy
We will fight until the end
(Oh eh) break it down
Let's break free from the constraints of society
준비 됐어 come on big boy
Are you ready? Let's go!
악을 질러 너의 소리를 높여
We'll scream out our voices against all the evils
Ribbon in the sky (e-o-e-o-uh)
We hold onto our pure dreams and never let go, like a ribbon that floats in the sky
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Chang Rak Kim, Yong Guk Bang
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mel_sj
Im so glad BYG is paying tribute to the Sewol tragedy and making social commentary again. We need more people like him, who hopes to spread important messages about the society through songs.
@h0ngkicu
Once you Jong Up You can't Jong Down there was a tragedy in south korea. Around 300 students went with the ferry called "sewol", but sewol ferry sunk and a lot of students died. About 27 students survived. And korean citizens blamed the sewol crew for the tragedy. A lot of people had physical and emotional trauma, because of the tragedy. And tbh this is sooo sad :(
And that's maybe the meaning of the song "ribbon in the sky". Rest in peace innocent students and i hope they live happy in heaven
@mel_sj
rosee ._. ***** Also just to add on, a yellow ribbon is used to commerate the day the ship sunk with the lives lost. So hence the title song 'Ribbon in the sky', probably paying as tribute to them.
@presidentobama4369
Yongguk's brain is something else. No one fully can get a grasp of his pain
@yeehaw4073
one of the reasons i love b.a.p is because you can tell their songs are genuine. they aren't trying to be fake-deep, they actually care about politics, the society and others around them, especially yongguk
@konstanzavalenzuelasanhuez4763
"Inclusion of a heavy message with a strong base and drumline, 'RIBBON IN THE SKY’ is a song relaying a message towards the society’s deep rooted irrational structure systems with anger and hope. With more refined vocal lines and tracks than the existing B.A.P’s society criticism songs, they are throwing out different messages to the listeners about the corrupt privileged authorities with sort of advising satires and straight forward lyrics. " Official info of the song.
@antoneczarajanayagam357
Truly didnt expect such song in Kpop. Its like A R Rahman (oscar award winner) has composed this song. This is a masterpiece.
@bapyongukgukguk2352
Antonecza Rajanayagam I love A R Rahman Bombay Dil Se Laagan and Saathiya remain his best works
@btsateezb.a.p4693
really? i'm gald people start to care i mean what more can B.A.P do, they say clearly that they contorl our opinions through media etc. gotta love these boys
@musabunny
Antonecza Rajanayagam this song is no different from other kpop songs, also I don't understand how it sounds even slightly like AR Rahman composed it.. are you new to kpop or something?