While Gang Gang Dance is generally associated with fellow space cases (Animal Collective, Black Dice), their sound is wholly unique. While their earlier sound was much more chaotic and sprawling, the latest material is a combination of skewed pop music with the unpredictability of experimental/noise performances. The eerie female vocals are reminiscent at times of an airy Kate Bush, trapped in a deep well with no one to sing to. The band belts out Arabian synth lines mixed with delayed out shimmer guitar, over dark poly-rhythms. Their beat heavy weird tribal-noise appeals to fans of all flavors of marginal and/or left centered pop music. And yes, you can dance to it.
Chinese High
Gang Gang Dance Lyrics
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我會說中文 早上好
我會說中文 早上好
我會說中文
The lyrics "我會說中文 早上好" in the song Chinese High by Gang Gang Dance translate to "I can speak Chinese, good morning". The repetition of this phrase throughout the song emphasizes the pride and confidence in the ability to speak Chinese, while also greeting the listener with a friendly "good morning". The song's title "Chinese High" could be a play on words, referring to both the feeling of being in a euphoric state while embracing one's cultural identity and the possibility of experiencing a sense of elevation and empowerment through the Chinese language. The song's use of a mix of electronic, percussive and traditional Chinese instruments such as the sheng, erhu and gong, further emphasize the blending of Western and Eastern cultures.
The lyrics could also be interpreted as a political statement, highlighting the importance of celebrating and preserving cultural heritage in the face of globalization and homogenization. The song's bridge, which includes the repeated phrase "little dragon", could be seen as a nod to the Chinese cultural symbol of the dragon and the country's history of resilience and strength, alluding to the need to hold onto these values.
Line by Line Meaning
我會說中文 早上好
I can speak Chinese. Good morning.
我會說中文 早上好
I can speak Chinese. Good morning.
我會說中文 早上好
I can speak Chinese. Good morning.
我會說中文
I can speak Chinese.
Contributed by Dominic W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.