(1) Dada - USA rock band:
In 1992, Dada exploded on the scene with their critically acclaimed debut release Puzzle on Miles Copeland’s now defunct IRS Records. The single "Dizz Knee Land" set the alternative radio movement - just then hitting its stride - on fire, and quickly migrated to mainstream rock and pop stations. Puzzle sold over a half million copies and made a number of critics' "best of year" lists. September 1994 saw the release of American Highway Flower which had a harder feel both musically and lyrically than its predecessor, reflecting the band's evolution from a studio to a touring band.
Money problems at IRS cut short promotional efforts in February 1995. Dada fared no better commercially with their third release - El Subliminoso in April 1996 - than they had with earlier releases. IRS Records was on its last legs by this time, and folded just as the band was winding up the first leg of the album tour. The exquisite El Subliminoso was perhaps the group's most artistically complex and satisfying offering.
The band signed to MCA Records in 1997, and released their self-titled fourth CD dada. This CD received favorable reviews, as did a 33-city headlining US tour. As the band was in mid-tour to promote the album however, MCA’s parent company was sold, leading to wholesale roster changes at the label.
From June 1999 until March 2003, Dada was on a self-imposed hiatus. During this time, Michael Gurley and Phil Leavitt went on to form the critically acclaimed Butterfly Jones, Leavitt performed regularly with The Blue Man Group and Joie Calio began working as an A&R scout for MCA, wrote a book & recorded and released his solo debut CD, The Complications of Glitter.
March 2004 brought the release of the band’s fifth studio effort, [i/]How To Be Found. This album is an infectious collection of songs that is classic Dada: smart, sharp lyrics, undeniable melodies and incredible musicianship.
(2) Dada - Matti Schwartz, English dance artist
We’re not sure how many - if any - pre-surrealist art movements from the early 20th century have impacted on the world’s club scene, but the Dada movement’s aesthetic carries through to this cheeky, funk-fuelled slab of prime electro-house. ‘Lollipop’ is the work of Matti Schwartz, formerly of chart-toppers Deepest Blue and The Drill, and the production genius who can count Massive Attack, and many more, as past projects. Super-cool girl Trix, from hotly tipped electro-punk band, LIPS, is joined on vocals by dance legend, Sandy Rivera (of Kings Of Tomorrow fame and the producer of the house anthem, ‘Finally’).
‘Lollipop’ began life as an instrumental. Sandy, who was working next door to Matt’s studio, heard the track by chance: "It sounded amazing. It had a really sexy vibe and I thought it could use some dirty, tricky vocals with my style on it. Earlier I was listening to some of Trix's songs and asked Matt if she wanted to do the Lollipop thing with me. So I laid down the lyrics and Trix added her lines in later. There is something about lickin' ice cream that fits me nicely…" Less than a week later and the new vocal version was on a bike to Radio 1 for it’s first play. The rest, as they say, is about to become history. Remixes come from Jerry Ropero, Nic Fanciulli, Breese & Bad Hand, The Drill & Andy Daniell.
(3) Dada - Kenji Konishi and Mutsuhiko Izumi:
Drawing inspiration from German electronic music, Fripp & Eno and Heldon, Dada (Kenji Konishi and Mutsuhiko Izumi) infused synth and guitar driven sounds with gagaku-inspired drones to achieve a sort of Oriental lyricism. The band subsequently released the album DADA (King '81) before splitting. Meanwhile, Konishi formed 4D, shifting his direction towards techno dance music, while Izumi joined the jazz-rock group Kennedy, and later After Dinner.
(4) Dada - jazz-fusion band
In 1970 Elkie Brooks was persuaded by husband Pete Gage to join the jazz-fusion rock band Dada, and shared vocals with Paul Korda on their only album, called Dada, released by the Atlantic Records subsidiary label Atco. Her next step was to join Vinegar Joe.
(5) Dada - MC and producer:
Born in the year 1983 in Novi Sad, but in the year 2000 he moves to Belgrade, where he still lives and works. He started his career in hip hop music in the year '98-'99 with a group called Fantomz,but a year later he starts his own solo career. Dada appeared on several hip hop compilations and rap albums. He also collaborated with many known and unknown names in serbian hip hop as an MC, as well as a producer.
Debut album called "Dzepovi U Rukama" (Pockets in hands) is scheduled for november/december 2009/10/11. Debut mixtape called "Radio Ubica Decijega Lica" (Radio Killer With Baby Face) is dropped late december 2009.
(6) Dada - rapper.
Born in Lithuania. In 2004 started rapping in lithuania group Mental Crew. Later he started his solo carer. He recorded numberous song, but didn't released any album. His first EP upcoming in 2013.
(7) Short-lived post-punk band from Birmingham, UK, ca 1978. Shared members with Duran Duran, T.V. Eye and The Bible Belt.
Blue Girl
Dada Lyrics
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Blue girl, why so alone?
You're 'bout as lucky as a weekend in Lebanon
Blue girl, don't be afraid
I know you're down, but you're starting to fade
Father told you twice to keep it all inside yourself
Blue girl, Blue girl
I want to be there when the rain starts to fall
Blue girl
Blue girl, don't run away
You won't get far, been halfway to yesterday
Blue girl, come take my hand
I just might be the one, the one who will understand
Father told you twice to keep it all inside yourself
Let me hear you cry, I want to
Blue girl, Blue girl
I want to be there when the rain starts to fall
Blue girl
Try to breathe
Everything goes from your mind
Let her be
Come on, baby please
'Cause you can be anything you want
Come fall with me
(solo)
Let me hear you cry, I want to
I want to
Blue girl, blue girl
I want to be there when the rains starts to fall
Blue girl
I want to be there when the rain starts to fall
Blue girl
(Yeah)
In Dada's song "Blue Girl," the lyrics express concern and compassion for someone who is feeling alone and struggling to cope with their emotions. The lyricist addresses the person directly, calling them "Blue girl" and offering support and understanding. The reference to Lebanon in the lyric "You're 'bout as lucky as a weekend in Lebanon" suggests that the person is experiencing hardship. The lyric "Father told you twice to keep it all inside yourself" suggests that the person has been taught to keep their emotions hidden.
The lyric "Let me hear you cry, I want to" shows that the songwriter is empathetic towards the person's struggles and wants to offer them a safe space to express themselves. By offering a helping hand "Blue girl, come take my hand/I just might be the one, the one who will understand," the songwriter is reaching out to alleviate the person's loneliness.
The song's overall message seems to be one of empathy and hope, emphasizing the importance of support and understanding during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Blue girl, Blue girl
The singer addresses the girl, noting her sad demeanor and emphasizing his desire to comfort her.
Blue girl, why so alone?
Asking the girl why she seems so distant and solitary. The statement also acknowledges that the singer is aware she is facing something difficult.
You're 'bout as lucky as a weekend in Lebanon
Sarcastic remark highlighting the challenging circumstances the girl finds herself in.
Blue girl, don't be afraid
Encouraging the girl to be more courageous and less fearful in her situation.
I know you're down, but you're starting to fade
The girl is feeling depressed and the negative feelings are becoming more intense.
Father told you twice to keep it all inside yourself
The girl was taught to suppress her emotions and keep them hidden from others.
Let me hear you cry, I want to
The singer is expressing his compulsion to listen to and support the girl, even if it means hearing her most vulnerable moments.
I want to be there when the rain starts to fall
The singer wants to be with the girl during the moments when things are the hardest: when everything seems to be falling apart and emotions run high.
Blue girl, don't run away
The singer is encouraging the girl to face her problems and not run away from them.
You won't get far, been halfway to yesterday
The girl won't be able to escape her problems and they will continue to weigh her down.
Blue girl, come take my hand
The singer is extending his hand as support to the girl, asking her to trust him and take his offer for help.
I just might be the one, the one who will understand
The singer understands the girl's pain and is willing to empathize with her and help her through.
Try to breathe, Everything goes from your mind
The singer understands how overwhelming and suffocating it can be for the girl, and is telling her to take deep breaths to calm down.
Let her be, Come on, baby please
The singer is asking the girl to let her guard down and to accept his help.
'Cause you can be anything you want, Come fall with me
The singer is encouraging the girl to explore her potential and leave her problems behind. He is ready to support and guide her through this journey.
(solo)
Indicates that the music is about to take a solo interlude.
I want to be there when the rains starts to fall
Reiterating the desire to be there for the girl through all the difficult moments.
Blue girl
The song title reiterated at the end.
(Yeah)
Emphasizes the singer's conviction to be there for the girl and support her in her struggles.
Contributed by Cole I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.