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 Since then, bass player Persi Iveland has been replaced by Aslak Dørum, who now is the song-writer alongside rock legend and guitarist Kjartan Kristiansen.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]
Plaster på såret
DumDum Boys Lyrics
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til frøken ur
har så my på lager
hardt og holde seg kuul
Hun har altid tid til meg hun ikke kjenner en gang
to av samma sorten jeg er one track mind...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Hører byen igjennom veggen
solen er blek
hvert sekund er en evighet
Sjelen sloss med legemet
starter bilen og forsvinner i skyggene...
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Sjelen sloss med legemet
starter bilen og forsvinner i skyggene...
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
å jeg går løs
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
det er dyr i sentrum
jeg går løs
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
Blond og ryggen mot veggen
jakten er slutt
The lyrics to DumDum Boys's song Plaster på såret convey a sense of restlessness and recklessness, as the singer calls frøken ur (a telephone service that provided time announcements) on dirty phones and has a stockpile of something he finds hard to resist. He feels a connection with this woman despite not knowing her, but he is also single-minded in his focus. The chorus urges to "let loose with a little girl" because "there are animals in the center" and he is on the loose, feeling the weight of the city through the walls and finding every second to be an eternity. The soul battles with the body, but the singer ultimately escapes into the shadows in his car.
The song has a gritty, desperate tone that captures the sense of alienation and aimlessness that comes with urban living. The constant references to "dyr i sentrum" (animals in the center) suggest that the singer feels like he is trapped in a chaotic, unforgiving environment that is weighing him down. At the same time, there is a sense of liberation in the repeated calls to "slå meg løs" (let me loose), which is both a desire to escape and a willingness to embrace the dangerous and taboo.
Overall, the lyrics to Plaster på såret explore the darker sides of life in the city, where loneliness and boredom can turn into self-destructive hedonism and a reckless pursuit of pleasure.
Line by Line Meaning
Jeg ringer dirty telefoner
I make explicit phone calls to Miss UR, containing obscene language or inappropriate content.
til frøken ur
to Miss UR, whoever she may be.
har så my på lager
I have a lot of something stored away, either literally or figuratively.
hardt og holde seg kuul
It's difficult to maintain a cool attitude or disposition.
Hun har altid tid til meg hun ikke kjenner en gang
Miss UR always has time for me, despite not knowing me at all.
to av samma sorten jeg er one track mind...
I am singular in my purpose or focus, like two things of the same kind.
Slå meg løs med en liten tøs...
Let me loose with a young woman, probably for sexual purposes.
det er dyr i sentrum
There are expensive or wild things in the city center.
jeg går løs
I am walking freely, perhaps with a sense of recklessness or abandon.
Hører byen igjennom veggen
I can hear the city through the walls, likely referring to the sounds of traffic or nightlife.
solen er blek
The sun is pale or weak, possibly suggesting a gloomy atmospheric condition.
hvert sekund er en evighet
Each second feels incredibly long and drawn out.
Sjelen sloss med legemet
A struggle is taking place between the soul and physical body, perhaps referring to a personal conflict or internal turmoil.
starter bilen og forsvinner i skyggene...
I start the car and disappear into the shadows or darkness, likely to engage in behavior that is not socially acceptable.
Blond og ryggen mot veggen
A blonde woman is pushed against the wall, likely referring to a sexual encounter or suggestive situation.
jakten er slutt
The pursuit is over, implying satisfaction or conclusion of a goal.
Contributed by Hudson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.