Clazziquai (클래지콰이) is an electronic trio from South Korea consisting of DJ … Read Full Bio ↴Clazziquai (클래지콰이) is an electronic trio from South Korea consisting of DJ Clazzi, Alex (알렉스) and Horan (호란). Christina Chu (Alex's sister) is an unofficial member whose vocals feature on several albums. The group's first short unofficial albums were released online in 2001, spreading its music through words of "netizens," who positively received the group's music.

Clazziquai (Classic + Jazz + Groove) initially started out as an experimental project by leader and mastermind, DJ Clazzi a.k.a 김성훈 (Kim Sung-hoon). Kim graduated from Capilano College, and continued his study at CDIS (Center for Digital Image). After his graduation, he worked as a web designer, uploading his music online in his leisure time. Eventually, netizens (nickname given to Korean web surfers) discovered his music and were drawn to its experimental nature, which is the reason why Clazziquai was initially labelled a "project group"; in other words, it was meant to be a temporary partnership made for a specific music project, experimenting with music in order to create a more distinguished sound. Although this implied that Clazziquai would not exist long-term, this group has explained that their partnership was created for music, and thus they continue to exist.

Their music, similar to the shibuya-Kei movement, is a fusion of different genres but is predominantly House, Electronica and Acid Jazz. The group remained predominantly underground until their participation in the OST for the award-winning K-drama My Lovely Sam Soon. In late 2005, after collaborating with Japanese artists Fantastic Plastic Machine and m-flo, the group signed a contract under avex trax to release their music in Japan, while still being signed under FLUXUS MUSIC in Korea.

Clazziquai has so far released four albums plus one remix album, three VA releases, a song for the MBC show We Got Married (which Alex was a part of) and were featured on the OSTs for the dramas My Lovely Sam Soon and April Snow in Korea. In Japan, they have released two albums and were a part of the Lovebeat Disney VA album released by avex trax. The members themselves have also participated in various other OSTs and on albums for other artists such as Epik High, J (제이), Dynamic Duo, 윤종신 (Yoo Jongshin), Buga Kingz and Mighty Mouth.

Alex has currently released his own digital single and album along with collaboration digital singles with 지선 (Jisun) and her group Loveholic, whilst Horan released one solo song for a VA album and a digital coupling for a commercial with 8Eight and 박기영 (Park Kiyoung), as well as an album with her other group Ibadi.

Stepping Out
Clazziquai Project Lyrics

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It′s gonna be groovy night
Everybody funky it up
You be good to me tonight yeah

It's gonna be groovy night
Clazziquai groove it up
You be good to me tonight yeah

I am the king of silence(silence)
I am know as a creator
Tell me my sanity(sanity)
I′ve got to get to the thing straight

My memory of tou are hanging on the tree
I am down down down down down
My insanity is just few steps ahead
I am down down down down down

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I am the king of city
I'm known as a destroyer
Tell all me you people
I've got to make this come true
My memory of me disappeared in the sky
I am down down down down down

My dissiness takes me away to the cloud
I am down down down down down

Stepping out X4

It′s gonna be groovy night
Everybody funky it up
You be good to me tonight yeah

It′s gonna be groovy night
Clazziquai groove it up
You be good to me tonight yeah

Stepping out X7

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Clazziquai Project's song Stepping Out are quite abstract and seem to revolve around the themes of identity, memory, and self-discovery. The song is characterized by a funky beat that is bound to get anyone up and dancing. The repeated refrain of "It's gonna be groovy night, everybody funky it up, you be good to me tonight, yeah," adds to the fun and upbeat mood of the song.

The first verse seems to speak to a struggle with sanity and the need to get "to the thing straight." The singer refers to being known as a "creator" and a "king of silence," which perhaps hints at a struggle with fame and the pressure that accompanies it. The reference to memories hanging on a tree and the repeated "down down down" could suggest a feeling of being trapped or stuck in the past.

The second verse introduces a different side of the singer, referring to being known as a "destroyer" and a "king of the city." The singer seems determined to make something come true, but the specifics of what that is are left up to interpretation. The reference to dizziness and being taken away to the clouds could symbolize a feeling of being lost or disconnected from reality.

Overall, the lyrics to Stepping Out are open to interpretation, but they are undeniably catchy and fun. The song encourages listeners to let loose and embrace the moment, making it a perfect addition to any dance party or night out with friends.

Line by Line Meaning

It's gonna be groovy night
Tonight is going to be a fun and exciting night

Clazziquai groove it up
Clazziquai will create a groovy and enjoyable atmosphere

You be good to me tonight yeah
I hope that you treat me well tonight

I am the king of silence(silence)
I am a quiet and reflective person

I am known as a creator
Others see me as someone who is creative and inventive

Tell me my sanity(sanity)
I question my own sanity and mental stability

I've got to get to the thing straight
I need to clear my mind and gain some clarity

My memory of tou are hanging on the tree
I have memories of you that are difficult to let go of

I am down down down down down
I am feeling low and depressed

My insanity is just few steps ahead
My mental state is deteriorating quickly

I am the king of city
I am confident and in control in urban environments