1) A Norwegian rock band from… Read Full Bio ↴A least 2 bands use the name Dum Dum Boys:
1) A Norwegian rock band from Trondheim.
They started up in the late 1970s as a punk band under the name Wannskrækk. Wannskrækk released one of the most sought-after Norwegian punk seven inches called "Faen kuler treffer aldri riktig" in 1981, the year after the Wannskrækk 12" was released. Wannskrækk moved on and reinvented themselves with a new name and a somewhat new sound in 1985.
This shift invoked the beginning of one of the greatest success stories in Norwegian rock ever. The new name, DumDum Boys, was taken from a song on the album "The Idiot" by Iggy Pop. Their debut album, Blodig Alvor (na na na na na), is still regarded as one of the classic albums in Norwegian rock. The same is said for their following 1989 album, Splitter Pine. They are still the only band that have won "Spellemannsprisens Rock Category" (the Norwegian version of "Grammy Awards") three times in a row.
Third album Pstereo fulfilled the trilogy of award-winning LP's, including the two others mentioned above. The song "Splitter Pine" is one of the most well known rock-singles in the history of Norwegian rock. Since then, bass player Persi Iveland has been replaced by Aslak Dørum, who now is the song-writer alongside rock legend and guitarist Kjartan Kristiansen. Kristiansen is one of the most respected song-writers in Norway, especially because of his well written and important lyrics, sung by frontman Prepple Houmb. Sola Johnsen is still the drummer and has been that since the late 70's. He's released a solo-ep called "Verdens Beste Trommis" ("Worlds Greatest Drummer"), as a tribute to Led Zeppelin hero John Bonham.
After a seven year hiatus, they had a very successful tour in Norway during the summer of 2004. They went back into the studio in 2005 and released their critically acclaimed new album "Gravitasjon" in March 2006. "Gravitasjon" showed that DumDum Boys is still a band influenced by the punk rock scene.
2) French garage rock band from Nice.
Band members
K.Badi – Vocals
O.Nemejanski – Guitars / Organ
D.Balducci – Guitars
E.Fostinelli – Bass / Synth
S.Joasson – Drums
Discography
Nothing Means Nothing [1988]
In a Cotton Candy World [1992]
Pornovista [1995]
X-perimental Zebra Phonic [1995]
Electronic Pop Music Created by ... [1998]
Soul Bondage [2001]
Kiss Me Deadly [2003]
Gravitasjon
DumDum Boys Lyrics
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Den finger'n, den står der ennå.
På et hemmelig sted
Og gudene vet,
Jeg vet ting, jeg ikke vil vite.
Og jeg husker ting, som aldri har skjedd
Er med på en hemmelig operasjon
Og ikke ta det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt
Solnedgangen går sin vei, og mørket senker seg,
Og tvers igjennom meg
Går det en øde landevei.
Jeg er en mann, med en misjon
Jeg vil bli venner med gravitasjon (gravitasjon)
Og ikke at det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt.
(Instrumental)
Er med på en hemmelig operasjon
Jeg vil bli venner med gravitasjon
Og ikke ta det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt
(Ikke ta det så tungt)
Ikke ta det så tungt
(Ikke ta det så tungt)
Ikke at det så tungt
(Heyy)
Ikke ta det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt
Ikke ta det så tungt
The lyrics of Dumdum Boys's song "Gravitasjon" speak about a personal journey towards understanding and mastering the laws of gravity in order to overcome emotional and mental burdens. The first verse presents a metaphorical image of someone who puts their finger in the ground and leaves it there, an act of grounding and connection with the earth that still resonates. This could be seen as a representation of the desire to leave a lasting mark or impact on the world. The singer then admits to knowing things they wish they didn't and remembering things that may not have happened, signaling the complexity and confusion of the search for truth and meaning.
The chorus indicates that the singer is engaged in a secret operation or inner quest to befriend gravity, also symbolizing the pursuit of stability and balance, and a desire to not take things too heavily. The second verse describes a sunset and the onset of darkness, and the feelings of disconnection and loneliness that can follow. The singer identifies themselves as someone with a mission, and the repetition of the chorus emphasizes the determination and resolve to overcome obstacles and find inner peace.
Overall, the lyrics of "Gravitasjon" are poetic and cathartic, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own journeys of discovery and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Jeg kjenner en, som stakk finger'n i jorda
I know someone who put their finger in the ground
Den finger'n, den står der ennå.
That finger is still there.
På et hemmelig sted
In a secret place
Og gudene vet,
And the gods know
Jeg vet ting, jeg ikke vil vite.
I know things I do not want to know.
Og jeg husker ting, som aldri har skjedd
And I remember things that have never happened.
Er med på en hemmelig operasjon
I am part of a secret operation.
Jeg vil bli venner med gravitasjon
I want to be friends with gravity.
Og ikke ta det så tungt
And not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Solnedgangen går sin vei, og mørket senker seg,
The sunset goes its way and darkness sets in,
Og tvers igjennom meg
And through me
Går det en øde landevei.
Goes a deserted road.
Jeg er en mann, med en misjon
I am a man with a mission.
Jeg vil bli venner med gravitasjon (gravitasjon)
I want to be friends with gravity. (gravity)
Og ikke at det så tungt
And not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt.
Not take it so heavily.
(Instrumental)
(Instrumental)
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
(Heyy)
(Heyy)
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Ikke ta det så tungt
Not take it so heavily.
Contributed by Elliot J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.