The music ranges from childish naivism to dark, harder grooves, but addictive melodies also play an important role in this melting pot of improvisation and absurdness. The samples used are taken from Norwegian radio shows for children, cassette-books about Africa, and interviews (done by the band) of young communist activists. The shadow puppet group Figuraturus tells the story of the starving tribe of African robots hunting for food.
Verdens største land
Casiokids Lyrics
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Der du kan stå
Mellom Norge, Finnland og Sverige
På en gang
Det finnes et sted
Inni hodet
Som du kan lukke opp
Men ytterst ved grensene
Der legger me oss ned
Og sover videre
Eg bytter hatt med hatten din
Det e en variasjon av ingenting
Det friker meg heilt ut
Det e forbi all forstand
Men det går an
Verdens største land
Det finnes en måte
Me to snakker på
Som ingen kan forstå
Og strømmen vinden blåser med
Den følger ikkje me
Og ute på gatene
Der ser eg en mann
Og Mannen hette han
Eg bytter hatt med hatten din
Det e en variasjon av ingenting
Det friker meg heilt ut
Det e forbi all forstand
Men det går an
Verdens største land
Det finnes et sted
Der du kan stå
Mellom Norge, Finnland og Sverige
På en gang
Det finnes et sted
Inni hodet
Som du kan lukke opp
Så lukk det opp!
Det friker meg heilt ut
Det e forbi all forstand
Men det går an
Verdens største land
Me to e verdens største land
Det går an
[x4]
English translation:
There is a place
Where you can stand
Between Norway, Sweden and Finland
At the same time
There is a place
Inside your head
That you can open up
So open up!
But out by the borders
We lay down
And go to sleep
I swap my hat for your hat
It is a variation on nothing
It freaks me out
It's beyond everything I could ever grasp
The world's biggest country
There is a way
You and me communicate
That no one else can understand
And the we don't follow
The stream the wind blows with
Out on the streets I can see a man
It could be any man
I swap my hat for your hat
It is a variation on nothing
It freaks me out
It's beyond everything I could ever grasp
The world's biggest country
There is a place
Where you can stand
Between Norway, Sweden and Finland
At the same time
There is a place
Inside your head
That you can open up
So open up!
It freaks me out
It's beyond everything I could ever grasp
The world's biggest country
You and me
We're the world's biggest country
I know it's possible!
[x4]
The lyrics of Casiokids's "Verdens største land" paint a picture of a surreal and dreamlike world, where borders and communication are fluid, and reality is fragmented. The song starts with the image of a place where one can stand simultaneously in Norway, Finland, and Sweden, implying a sense of unity between these neighboring countries. The next verse talks about a place inside one's head that can be opened up, suggesting a psychedelic and introspective journey. The chorus introduces the concept of swapping hats, which could symbolize exchanging identities, perspectives, or even realities. The lyrics also refer to a man on the street, whose identity is generic and interchangeable.
The bridge of the song mentions a way of communication that only the two protagonists of the song can understand, and a wind that does not follow the usual currents. These metaphors indicate a sense of disconnection from the outside world and a unique perception of reality shared by the two characters. The song then returns to the chorus, repeating the phrases "Verdens største land" (The world's biggest country) and "Det går an" (It is possible) several times. This repetition evokes a sense of affirmation and conviction, as if the characters were trying to convince themselves of something that seems unreal or impossible.
Overall, "Verdens største land" is a song that blurs the lines between reality and imagination, suggesting that there might be more to the world than what meets the eye. The lyrics use whimsical and poetic language, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that invites the listener to interpret their meaning in their own way.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a place
A physical location where you can occupy.
Where you can stand
A location where it is possible to stand or exist.
Between Norway, Sweden and Finland
A location that is situated within these three countries simultaneously.
At the same time
A circumstance where one can exist within multiple locations simultaneously.
There is a place
A metaphorical place in your head.
Inside your head
A psychological location within one's thoughts.
That you can open up
A possibility to unlock or open one's mind to different experiences or ideas.
So open up!
A request to open one's mind to new ideas or experiences.
But out by the borders
A location situated by the national borders.
We lay down
A reference to sleeping or resting at this location.
And go to sleep
A reference to physically resting and falling asleep at this location.
I swap my hat for your hat
An action involving the exchange of accessories.
It is a variation on nothing
A play on words expressing the insignificance of the action.
It freaks me out
An expression of being scared or intimidated.
It's beyond everything I could ever grasp
A statement expressing the difficulty in understanding or comprehending something.
The world's biggest country
A metaphorical reference to oneself as the biggest entity in the world.
There is a way
A method of communicating.
You and me communicate
The act of two individuals exchanging information.
That no one else can understand
A unique form of communication that only these two individuals can decipher.
And we don't follow
A reference to going against the norm or following a different path.
The stream the wind blows with
A metaphor for conforming to societal standards and norms.
Out on the streets I can see a man
A reference to observing others on the streets.
It could be any man
A statement expressing the insignificance of the individual.
You and me
A reference to the two individuals mentioned earlier.
We're the world's biggest country
A statement expressing superiority and uniqueness of the two individuals.
I know it's possible!
A statement of optimism and affirmation of this superiority.
Contributed by Michael F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Floppy Drive
I love this song. I am Norwegian, and what first caught my attention was the lyrics. They are very cute, creative and childish in a positive way. If you haven't done so already, I recommend you to check the translation of the lyrics on their official page.
yohanictheory
Casiokids are great! One of the best tracks from the new album.
Yortiz
Que vicioso es este tema, no puedo dejar de escucharla, me encanta!!!!
GM
I bought their CD 2 weeks ago, can't stop dancing around the house to it, and trying to sing along in the car! It's so good, love the music and the singer's voice. We must kidnap them and hold them in the UK!!
Lysistrata8u
So heard these dudes a few years ago and thought they were one of those one offs... damn I should have looked closer back then I've been missing out on this!
betoski
Awesome!! want to see them so bad <3
Jeison Navarro Cortes
i love this song
luis porras
son geniales!!!!!!!!!
n salis
sono favolosi!
Mahogany
Fun in a bottle.