It all started mid 2009 when a local freaky musician, known as Dables got together with the punk/funk/lofi psychedlia weirdness of The Albino Porch Monkeys and over many bong hits and beer cans, potato chips, and camradrie, the three guys: David Walker, Sid Id, and Clayton Marx decided to form a new band.
This brings us to the two DAN mission statements:
1.) We aims to piss you off. We want you howling at the sky in anger and turmoil after listening to DAN. We want to upset the rest of your day with horribly catchy racket that you can't get out of your head no matter how hard you try. We want your ears to bleed and we play LOUD AS FUCK.
2.) We aims to write whatever the hell we want. If we want our songs to be 6 seconds long, then by god we will write a 6 second song about titfucking. We heed to no religion, sex, orientation, race, or culture. We hate them all and we thank those who don't laugh at themselves sometimes are assholes! We will never be censored for any reason, despite those who may think so. They can suck it! We will write whatever kind of genre we will feel like, we will fart in microphones and call it music if we see the need to do so, which is a good idea and we should put fart songs on the third album.
DAVID WALKER-guitar,etc
CLAY MARX-bass,etc
SID ID-vocals,etc
Our first album came out September 2009 and is titled "Magic Mountain". It is the definition of self-indulgence. It's pretty funny though even though we were super stoned the entire recording.
Our second album was recorded in August 2009, but we lazily didn't release it until early 2010 and is called "The Whatever EP". It is our experimental, free-form jam album. 6 tracks clocking in at almost a full hour. Good luck getting through that noisy weird-ass shit!
Our third album came out Spring 2010 and is called "Grandparents Forever". It is a return to our short, abrasive, psychedelic punk rock style. DAN agrees that it's better then the first album and we worked harder on it.
This is the end of "The Basement Trilogy". Our first 3 albums were all recorded in Sid's parent's house's basement on the same Tascam Portastudio dubbed "Mr. Tascam". The Basement was a stinky, cat-infested, no air conditioning, hippie dungeon. At least 50 different people came through that place and got fucked up and hung out or jammed with us during the 2 years that they lived there. And then Sid moved, and we lost our practice space.
Our fourth album, which we starting recording right after Sid moved, titled "Honey Berry Surprise" still isn't finished. Why? Because we got about 10 songs in and then some stupid shit went down. First off, it was hard to practice in our new house because it's in a garage in a neighborhood and people don't like us being loud and we get shut down a lot. Secondly, David and Sid got into an argument over a chick because they are both stupid. Thirdly, Clayton got busted with weed by the cops, got kicked out and moved to the other side of Greenville and was without a car. Sadly, we went on an indefinite hiatus for over a year.
BUT, in Fall of 2011, David and Sid kissed and made up and Clayton has a ride to Simpsonville to practice now, so by The Beard of Odin, DAN shall continue...
UPDATE: DAN called it quits in mid 2012, RIP DAN 2009-2012. I dug around on Mr. Tascam until I could find all the songs that we finished and now they are released here on soundcloud as "Honey Berry Surprise". We played 3 shows during our run, two in Fountain Inn and one in Greenville. THUS CONCLUDES THE STORY OF DAN. CHEERS DUDES!
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D.A.N Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
What's good wit it?
Ay
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
I need this, I need that
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Hey
You're putting advertisements all up in my shit
I'm wondering how y'all got the information
Oh wait, I said yes when it asked me
"Can we record shit off of your device G?"
I'm like "Yeah, go ahead I'm dumb
You could do what you want for my convenience"
That's what I do, that's what I like
Oh my God, ima laugh at your life
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Hey
Man, y'all cheat with the way you promote
It's no joke, listen to me speak I'm so woke
Note taken, so mistaken
Trust misplaced in this place I've been awakened
Ha, that's a bummer fa sho
It feels almost as if the fuckin' summer was cold
I give them what I got they wanna rummage for more
But they shouldn't know what I want right when I mumble by my phone
Oooo... Zuckerberg is working two jobs?
Fuckin' turd's deservin' to rob?
Nah, he already stole from his school mob
Hopin' the NSA fires him tomorrow
But whatever works right?
I guess it's how I knew to buy a Shure mic cuz
That's what I do, that's what I like
Oh my God, ima laugh at my life
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Hey
They got us by the balls and we don't even know it
Irregularly relevant ads are looked at as appropriate
What a coincidence!
Janet, wasn't I just talking about how I needed this?
And it shows up on my Facebook feed!
Oh my God, you know, it's almost as if they're listening to us!
Ha ha ha... are they?... shit
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
I need this, I need that
What's about to show up in these ads?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Whoa, that's cray
How you bout ta know what I say?
Hey
The song "Advertisement" by D.A.N explores the pervasive nature of targeted advertisements in our lives and the ways in which our personal information is used by companies for their own profits. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and realization about how our privacy and autonomy are compromised in the digital age.
In the first verse, the lyrics highlight the curiosity and confusion regarding the content of advertisements. The repeated phrases "I need this, I need that" imply the constant bombardment of consumerism that we experience through ads. The line "Whoa, that's cray, how you bout ta know what I say?" captures the surprise and concern about how these ads seem to know exactly what the individual wants or needs.
The second verse delves deeper into the issue of privacy and consent. The lyrics suggest that the individual willingly agreed to the terms and conditions of recording information from their device without fully considering the consequences. The line "Yeah, go ahead I'm dumb, you could do what you want for my convenience" exhibits a sense of naivety and vulnerability. The lyrics also criticize the unethical practices of companies like Facebook and the idea of trusting them with personal information.
The third verse reflects a more critical perspective on the realities of advertising and the power dynamics at play. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration with how advertisements manipulate and deceive people. The mention of Mark Zuckerberg and the NSA adds a political element to the song, suggesting that there are larger forces at work exploiting people's personal data for their own gains. The line "But whatever works right? I guess it's how I knew to buy a Shure mic" shows a sarcastic resignation to the fact that manipulation through ads has become the norm.
In the final verse, the lyrics highlight the lack of awareness among individuals regarding the extent of control and influence that companies have over their lives. The line "They got us by the balls and we don't even know it" speaks to the idea of manipulation and how we are oblivious to it. The mention of ads appearing on a social media feed after a conversation further emphasizes the eerie sensation of being constantly monitored and listened to. The lyrics conclude with a mix of humor and uncertainty about the extent to which our conversations and actions are being monitored and used for advertisements.
Overall, "Advertisement" serves as a commentary on the intrusive nature of targeted advertising and the erosion of privacy in our digitally connected lives. The lyrics expose the underlying power dynamics and question the ethical implications of companies collecting personal data for profit.
Line by Line Meaning
Ha ha ha haaa
Expressing amusement or irony
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Indicating agreement or acknowledgement
What's good wit it?
What is happening or happening with it?
Ay
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm
I need this, I need that
I desire certain things
What's about to show up in these ads?
What advertisements will appear?
Whoa, that's cray
Wow, that's crazy
How you bout ta know what I say?
How do you know what I am saying?
Hey
Informal greeting or exclamation
You're putting advertisements all up in my shit
Advertisements are being inserted into my personal space
I'm wondering how y'all got the information
I am curious about how you obtained the information
Oh wait, I said yes when it asked me
Oh wait, I gave permission when asked
"Can we record shit off of your device G?"
"Can we collect data from your device, my friend?"
I'm like "Yeah, go ahead I'm dumb
I responded, 'Yes, go ahead, I am ignorant'
You could do what you want for my convenience"
You can take advantage of my ignorance for my convenience
That's what I do, that's what I like
That is my behavior, my preference
Oh my God, ima laugh at your life
I find your life amusing and ridiculous
Man, y'all cheat with the way you promote
You all engage in dishonest tactics for promotion
It's no joke, listen to me speak I'm so woke
It is not a laughing matter, pay attention to my insightful speech
Note taken, so mistaken
I acknowledged the information but it was misleading
Trust misplaced in this place I've been awakened
I have lost trust in this environment where I have become aware
Ha, that's a bummer fa sho
That is unfortunate, for sure
It feels almost as if the fuckin' summer was cold
It feels as if something expected to be enjoyable (like summer) turned out to be disappointing
I give them what I got they wanna rummage for more
I provide them with what I have, and yet they still search for more
But they shouldn't know what I want right when I mumble by my phone
They should not be aware of my desires when I speak quietly near my phone
Oooo... Zuckerberg is working two jobs?
Expressing surprise that Mark Zuckerberg has multiple job roles
Fuckin' turd's deservin' to rob?
Referring to Zuckerberg insultingly and questioning if he deserves to exploit others
Nah, he already stole from his school mob
No, he has already taken advantage of his schoolmates
Hopin' the NSA fires him tomorrow
Wishing for the NSA (National Security Agency) to dismiss him from his position
But whatever works right?
But whatever strategy is effective, isn't it?
I guess it's how I knew to buy a Shure mic cuz
I suppose that is how I learned to purchase a Shure microphone because
That's what I do, that's what I like
That is my behavior, my preference
Oh my God, ima laugh at my life
I find my own life amusing and absurd
They got us by the balls and we don't even know it
They have control over us and we are unaware
Irregularly relevant ads are looked at as appropriate
Advertisements that are oddly fitting are considered suitable
What a coincidence!
Expressing sarcasm towards the seemingly coincidental nature of the ads
Janet, wasn't I just talking about how I needed this?
Janet, didn't I just mention that I required this?
And it shows up on my Facebook feed!
And it appears on my Facebook timeline!
Oh my God, you know, it's almost as if they're listening to us!
Expressing suspicion that they are eavesdropping on our conversations
Ha ha ha... are they?... shit
Laughing with uncertainty and a realization
They got us by the balls and we don't even know it
They have control over us and we are unaware
Irregularly relevant ads are looked at as appropriate
Advertisements that are oddly fitting are considered suitable
What a coincidence!
Expressing sarcasm towards the seemingly coincidental nature of the ads
Janet, wasn't I just talking about how I needed this?
Janet, didn't I just mention that I required this?
And it shows up on my Facebook feed!
And it appears on my Facebook timeline!
Oh my God, you know, it's almost as if they're listening to us!
Expressing suspicion that they are eavesdropping on our conversations
Ha ha ha... are they?... shit
Laughing with uncertainty and a realization
I need this, I need that
I desire certain things
What's about to show up in these ads?
What advertisements will appear?
I need this, I need that
I desire certain things
What's about to show up in these ads?
What advertisements will appear?
Whoa, that's cray
Wow, that's crazy
How you bout ta know what I say?
How do you know what I am saying?
Whoa, that's cray
Wow, that's crazy
How you bout ta know what I say?
How do you know what I am saying?
Hey
Informal greeting or exclamation
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Nicholas McBurney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Nully34rNoFake
i was the one who voiced dan btw
@granderutai
Holy Wo*w 🤯🤯🤯 Null Yea ř
@im_unamed11
EPOK*!*@>@
@lol4147
ookayyyyyy???
@Oliverdeaky
Null are you ok?
@Nully34rNoFake
@@Oliverdeaky no
@talomalozalo9886
"Why are you laughing?" My brain:
@teamkaczka599
0:11 He says here
"I am happy because
pizza is happy
go to dan's
pizza now"
@yukileta782
0:16 this part called S C R E A M
@Boxford_
bro went through all 5 stages of grief