Tablo is the rapper, singer, lyricist, and composer of Epik High. Tablo has a Masters Degree from Stanford University (California, USA) where he majored in English Literature and Creative Writing. When he was 17 years old he wrote the song Rainy Christmas with the famous Korean singer Kim Gun-mo. While attending Stanford University, Tablo was part of an underground hip hop group known as 4n Objects, which caught the attention of CB Mass and Drunken Tiger, leading to them eventually offer to support Tablo in releasing a solo album in Korea.
Mithra Jin is the rapper and lyricist of Epik High. Mithra Jin had been featured on over 11 major albums in Korea even before Epik High's debut. Mithra Jin and Tablo met through the Movement Crew (a collaboration of hip hop artists who are determined to promote social and political awareness through hip hop culture and music), during a freestyle contest in Seoul. Mithra Jin was pursuing a solo career of his own, but with his artistic vision and style matching so well with Tablo's, the two decided to join together.
DJ Tukutz is Epik High's DJ, "the boy with the magic fingers". He started DJing in 1995, and has attended the Technics DJ School in South Korea. He has DJed in not only Korea, but also in Japan at raves, and in America on radio shows, live events and clubs around Boston and NYC. He had also composed many of Epik High's songs.
Epik High's debut album was Map of the Human Soul, released in 2003 and featuring some big Korean hip hop names such as CB Mass, Drunken Tiger and Yoon Mi-rae (T). This album and the following three (High Society (2004), Swan Songs (2005) and Remapping the Human Soul (2007)), have featured other well-known Korean artists such as Nell, Clazziquai Project, Loveholic, TBNY, unknownDJs, Pe2ny and more.
In 2005, Epik High won several awards including Best Hip Hop Artist at the Korean Gold Disc Awards, and a tie for Best Artist of the year. Their song Fly, from their third album Swan Songs was a huge hit, claiming the #1 place on many Korean TV music programs and online music charts. This song also appeared in the video game FIFA 07 as the signature Korean track.
Epik High, and especially Tablo, are often featured in the releases of other artists', and have formed several side-project including Blac Bakery, Blu Sunflower and A.R.K.
Their releases, Pieces, Part One and Remapping the Human Soul, featured a different style of music than their previous albums. Some songs more aggressive and controversial, and other more heartfelt.
In 2009, Epik High formed their own independent label, Map the Soul Inc., with their first release under this label being the book-album, 魂: Map the Soul. In late July, Epik High collaborated with the Korean electronic DJ team, Planet Shiver, to remix a number of Epik High's previous hits with the result being that of songs which sounded nothing like the original, yet still remained addictive. Epik High returned in September with a new two-disc album called [e], which consisted of 30 tracks, their largest yet. Altogether, the number of songs released for 2009 alone consisted of well over 50 tracks—including skits and remixes.
In 2010, despite the fact that DJ Tukutz temporarily left Epik High to enter the Korean army to perform his mandatory 2 year service, Tablo and Mithra Jin, now under Woolim Entertainment, were able to release Epilogue. This would be Epik High's last and only album under Woolim Entertainment before Mithra Jin joined the army to perform his service, and Tablo, disappearing from the spotlight as a result of harassment from Korean netizens who questioned the authenticity of his academic education at Stanford University.
With the completion of their army service in 2012 for DJ Tukutz and Mithra Jin, both members joined Tablo in signing with YG Entertainment, home to most notably, BIGBANG and 2NE1. With Tablo's release of his solo album, Fever's End under YG Entertainment in 2012, all members of Epik High are united again and are set to release their much anticipated album in September.
Run
Epik High Lyrics
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Run, run, run away
Run, run, run away
아무리 도망쳐 봐도 벗어날 수 없어
Run, run, run away
달리다 뒤돌아 봐도 넌 그대로 있어
나만 두 다리 절어, 갈 길이 한 없이 멀어
이 길의 끝엔 뭐가 있을까? (넌 알고 가는가)
그냥 눈 감은 채 이끌려 간다면 답 아닌가
이런 나의 질문엔 늘 답이 없는 하늘
일상 속에 묶인 두 팔로 꿈조차도 못 잡을
만큼 무거워 겁이나, 갇혀져 버린 나
오늘 하루만 미친 척 달려버려 어딘가
하늘에 손이 닿을 때까지 달려가
가슴에 꿈이 찰 때까지 달려가
Everybody run, run, run away
아무리 도망쳐 봐도 벗어날 수 없어
Everybody run, run, run away
달리다 뒤돌아 봐도 넌 그대로 있어
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down) away
아무리 달려봐도 제자리에
(Run)
(Run)
내 삶은 365일 비가 쏟아지는 밤 (밤)
24시간 속에 좁아지는 마음 (마음)
작은 여유의 쉼표도 그 꼬리를 감추고
날 마주보는 미랜 마침표가 되지만
(아침을 짊어지고 달려) 뭘 향해 뛰는 건지
해가 지는 건지, 내가 지는 건지
I don't know, but I go
Keep on runnin', runnin', runnin' high
거대한 은하수가 버린 어린 별인 나
하늘에 손이 닿을 때까지 달려가
가슴에 꿈이 찰 때까지 달려가
Everybody run, run, run away
아무리 도망쳐 봐도 벗어날 수 없어
Everybody run, run, run away
달리다 뒤돌아 봐도 넌 그대로 있어
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down) away
아무리 달려봐도 제자리에
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down) away
아무리 달려봐도 제자리에
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down, down)
You got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around
(Down, down) away
한없이 달려가는 너를 위해
Epik High's "Run" is a song about feeling trapped in life and wanting to escape. The repeated phrase "Run, run, run away" emphasizes the need to flee from the current situation. The verses describe the feeling of being lost and unsure of what lies ahead. The line "눈 앞이 검어 세상은 너무나도 빨리 걸어" (The world walks too fast and the front is dark) represents the feeling of being left behind by a fast-paced society. The chorus encourages everyone to run away, even though they may not be able to escape. The phrase "you got me runnin', runnin', runnin' around" represents the idea of constantly moving but not necessarily going anywhere.
The second verse delves deeper into the struggles of everyday life. The line "내 삶은 365일 비가 쏟아지는 밤" (My life is a night where rain falls 365 days) conveys a sense of hopelessness and despair. The song then goes on to describe the journey of trying to find an answer or a purpose. The line "거대한 은하수가 버린 어린 별인 나" (I'm a young star abandoned by the vast universe) represents the feeling of insignificance and lack of direction.
Overall, "Run" is a song that speaks to the human condition of feeling lost and trapped. The repetition of the phrase "Run, run, run away" expresses the desire to escape, while the verses delve into the struggles and uncertainties of everyday life. The song ultimately encourages people to keep running towards their dreams, even though they may not know where they are going.
Line by Line Meaning
Run, run, run away
The need to escape and run away from a situation
아무리 도망쳐 봐도 벗어날 수 없어
The frustration of being unable to escape even after trying to run away
달리다 뒤돌아 봐도 넌 그대로 있어
Realizing that even after running away, the problem or source of frustration remains the same
눈 앞이 검어 세상은 너무나도 빨리 걸어
Feeling lost and hopeless as the world moves forward at an overwhelming pace
나만 두 다리 절어, 갈 길이 한 없이 멀어
Feeling as if the distance to escape is too far and the journey too difficult to bear alone
이 길의 끝엔 뭐가 있을까? (넌 알고 가는가)
Questioning what the end of the road holds, wondering if others have the answers
그냥 눈 감은 채 이끌려 간다면 답 아닌가
Contemplating if it's better to just be led blindly without trying to find the answers
이런 나의 질문엔 늘 답이 없는 하늘
Feeling like the heavens and the universe never have answers for the questions asked
일상 속에 묶인 두 팔로 꿈조차도 못 잡을
Feeling trapped by daily life and unable to reach for dreams
만큼 무거워 겁이나, 갇혀져 버린 나
Feeling the weight and fear of being trapped and unable to escape
오늘 하루만 미친 척 달려버려 어딘가
The temporary desire to just run away from everything and go somewhere else for a day
하늘에 손이 닿을 때까지 달려가
The determination to keep running until reaching for the sky
가슴에 꿈이 찰 때까지 달려가
The drive to keep running until dreams are fulfilled
내 삶은 365일 비가 쏟아지는 밤 (밤)
Feeling like life is a rainy night that lasts for all 365 days of the year
24시간 속에 좁아지는 마음 (마음)
Feeling like the heart is becoming more confined within 24 hours
작은 여유의 쉼표도 그 꼬리를 감추고
Feeling like even small moments of relaxation cannot be enjoyed fully as stress still lingers
날 마주보는 미랜 마침표가 되지만
Seeing each day as an ending, but also a beginning
뭘 향해 뛰는 건지
Wondering what the purpose and goal of running is
해가 지는 건지, 내가 지는 건지
Uncertainty about whether the sun is setting or if it's oneself
I don't know, but I go
Despite not having all the answers, still pushing forward
Keep on runnin', runnin', runnin' high
Continuing to run with a sense of urgency and passion
거대한 은하수가 버린 어린 별인 나
Feeling insignificant like a young star abandoned by the vast galaxy
아무리 달려봐도 제자리에
Despite running so much, still feeling stuck in one place
한없이 달려가는 너를 위해
Encouraging the listener to keep running endlessly towards something better
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jin Choi, Seon Woong Lee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Erica Torres
Many years later and i'm over my kpop phase i'm still crying over this song
Tip the Pie
Erica Torres huhu to be vulnerably honest, same 😭😭😭
heartsofcarnage
Ten years ago this was my song that motivated me to keep on running. To this day I'm still running hoping I can find peace
Marlin / Beverly
For those who haven't know or wondering.. Yess.. The guitarist is Gyu, the bassist is Woohyun, the keyboardist is Sungjong :3
Lilla Balassa
and the drummer? I think that's Sungyeol.. but idk :)
KM
Thank you! I spent the whole vid looking for kyu! Lol can him and woohyun actually play those instruments?
Khánh Channel
Marinachii Verona bass dongwoo
dini dino
Khánh Choá no, it's really woohyun.. you can watch in [run]'s behind the scene
velvet
Lilla B. no it’s not because I remember at the Wikipedia on their video, only Woohyun, Sunggyu, L, and Sungjong were the only ones from INFINITE in the MV.
kawaii4263
It bothers me so much that Epik high is not as popular like other Groups i mean they are awesome singing their ass of on stage and always stay positive .Honestly i dont listen to Albums but i can't help it by because Epik highs Songs are so amazing i hope people are going to support them more :)