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 Since then, bass player Persi Iveland has been replaced by Aslak Dørum, who now is the song-writer alongside rock legend and guitarist Kjartan Kristiansen.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]
ELEMENT
Dumdum Boys Lyrics
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en liten fuglhvisket at du er i byen igjen
på lykke og fromme og dyrt dop
og med et blikk som sier at du tenker stort
du bare må se hvor langt
du kan tøye strikken
om du har hjemlengsel
du er i ditt rette element
hele huset er overtent
du lyser ambisjoner
mer enn erfaring
de som har sagt jeg elsker deg
har sagt det til ryggen din
du bare må se hvor langt
du kan tøye strikken
helt løs
og ikke til å rikke
du er i……
jeg er ikke så smart
du er ikke så pen
og mot bedre vitende
står jeg her igjen
du bare må se hvor langt
du kan tøyestrikken
fornuften har latt meg i stikken
The lyrics to Dumdum Boys's song Element explore the theme of self-destructive behavior and the desire to push oneself to the limit. The singer acknowledges that they know better, but they are still drawn to this reckless lifestyle. They mention that the subject of the song is back in town, likely after a period of being away, and is engaging in risky behavior such as expensive drugs. They carry themselves with an attitude that suggests they're on a path to greatness.
The chorus indicates that this person is in their element, and the entire house they occupy is ablaze with ambition. The singer notes that these ambitions are greater than their experience, and that those who have claimed to love them have done so behind their back. The subject of the song seems to have an insatiable desire to see how far they can push things, including their own limitations and relationships.
The verses and chorus of Element use vivid language and strong imagery to paint a picture of a person who is both exhilarating and dangerous. The lyrics reveal the struggle between the desire to succeed and the consequences of risky behavior. Overall, the song speaks to the allure and dangers of chasing after one's dreams with reckless abandon.
Line by Line Meaning
jeg vet jo bedre men jeg er meg selv
I am aware of the right course, but I choose to be who I am.
en liten fuglhvisket at du er i byen igjen
A small bird whispered that you are back in town.
på lykke og fromme og dyrt dop
Relying on luck, faith, and expensive drugs.
og med et blikk som sier at du tenker stort
And with a look that suggests you are thinking big.
du bare må se hvor langt
You just need to see how far
du kan tøye strikken
You can stretch the limits.
om du har hjemlengsel
If you feel homesick.
synes det ikke
It doesn't show.
du er i ditt rette element
You are in your natural element.
hele huset er overtent
The whole house is on fire.
du lyser ambisjoner
You radiate ambition.
mer enn erfaring
More than experience.
de som har sagt jeg elsker deg
Those who have said 'I love you'
har sagt det til ryggen din
Have said it behind your back.
helt løs
Completely loose.
og ikke til å rikke
And not changing.
jeg er ikke så smart
I am not that smart.
du er ikke så pen
You are not that pretty.
og mot bedre vitende
And against better judgment.
står jeg her igjen
I am standing here again.
fornuften har latt meg i stikken
Reason has failed me.
Contributed by Brody T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.