A least 2 bands use the name Dum Dum Boys:
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 Since then, bass player Persi Iveland has been replaced by Aslak Dørum, who now is the song-writer alongside rock legend and guitarist Kjartan Kristiansen.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]

Kannibal
DumDum Boys Lyrics

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Det er trøbbel i byen
Det er ensomt på landet
Hodet i skyene og en fot i graven
Det er ingen sak for dem som kan det
Du er en munnfull og jeg fikk deg i fanget

Så skriften på veggen gadd ikke lese
Hemmeligheten min at jeg ikke vet

Det gikk litt hardt for seg
Det gjør det hver gang det
Jeg slikker dine sår om du slikker mine

Kom med alt du har jeg bare gjør meg kostbar
Du er en kannibal

Det er svarte natta men det ser lyst ut
Du gapte litt for høyt og
Morroa fikk en brå slutt
Det var deilig på en litt syk måte
Du får aldri gleden av å se meg gråte

Kom med alt du har
Jeg bare gjør meg gjerne kostbar
Du er en kannibal

Kom med alt du har jeg bare gjør meg kostbar
Du er en kannibal

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of DumDum Boys's song "Kannibal" paint a picture of trouble and loneliness, both in the city and in the countryside. The singer seems to have his head in the clouds and one foot in the grave, implying a sense of detachment and impending doom. The line "Det er ingen sak for dem som kan det" suggests that those who are skilled in navigating such troubles have no issues dealing with them, while the singer feels overwhelmed.

The next lines reveal a personal secret: "Du er en munnfull og jeg fikk deg i fanget" translates to "You are a mouthful and I caught you." This could be interpreted metaphorically, indicating that the singer has taken on more than he can handle or that he has found himself entangled in a complicated situation or relationship. The mention of "skriften på veggen" (the writing on the wall) implies that the singer chose not to read or acknowledge a warning or a sign, perhaps willfully ignoring the truth about himself or the situation.

The chorus conveys a sense of self-awareness, with the singer calling the other person a cannibal and suggesting that they devour or take advantage of him. The reference to "sår" (wounds) being licked indicates a mutual exchange of pain, with the singer implying that he will tend to the other person's wounds if they do the same for him.

The second verse contrasts the darkness of the night with a glimmer of hope, but it's short-lived as the other person's excessive behavior brings an abrupt end to the fun. The singer admits to finding pleasure in a twisted or sick way, and defiantly declares that the other person will never witness his tears.

Line by Line Meaning

Det er trøbbel i byen
There is trouble in the city

Det er ensomt på landet
It is lonely in the countryside

Hodet i skyene og en fot i graven
Lost in thoughts but also on the verge of death

Det er ingen sak for dem som kan det
It is easy for those who know how to do it

Du er en munnfull og jeg fikk deg i fanget
You are a handful, and I caught you

Så skriften på veggen gadd ikke lese
I didn't bother reading the handwriting on the wall

Hemmeligheten min at jeg ikke vet
My secret is that I don't know

Det gikk litt hardt for seg
Things got a little rough

Det gjør det hver gang det
It happens every time

Jeg slikker dine sår om du slikker mine
I lick your wounds if you lick mine

Kom med alt du har jeg bare gjør meg kostbar
Bring everything you have, I just make myself valuable