"Crazy" - which was their first single - debuted at #1 on the British pop charts on April 2, 2006. It was the first #1 UK single to be obtained solely through Internet downloads. The success of the single in the UK was due largely to its use in a promotional trailer for Radio 1 across all of the BBC TV channels prior to the single's release. 'Crazy' stayed at #1 for almost 9 weeks.
The buzz for "Crazy" helped generate a lot of press coverage of their debut album, St. Elsewhere, which was released on May 9, 2006.
The album is seen as a cross-over between hip-hop, rock and soul. Both artists have previously been known to have a quirky experimental side, moving between different genres of music.
Producer DJ Danger Mouse began his career doing remixes of indie rock artists like Neutral Milk Hotel and downbeat instrumental music under the 'Pelican City' alias. He later went on to emphasize more hip-hop production: most notably his The Grey Album, a remix of Black Album, with samples exclusively from The White Album; 2005's Dangerdoom collaboration with MF Doom; and, most recently, the double platinum Demon Days.
Gnarls Barkley singer Cee Lo Green started out in the classic Southern rap group Goodie Mob, but later developed a unique funk-inspired soulful style of singing which developed on his solo albums.
Their new album The Odd Couple was released March 18, 2008.
Cee-Lo has teased the release of a third GB album since at least 2018, when he said that he would meet up with Danger Mouse and they would "most likely finish [the album] quickly".
Go-Go Gadget Gospel
Gnarls Barkley Lyrics
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While I yell unique
Aaaaah, let me show you right here
Heeeeeeey, aaaahaaaaahaaa
Ooooh, yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm well on my way
I'm almost everything
You make me want to say
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Behold everything I'm allowed to see
Freeee,! Come and see
Na, na, na, na, na na na
The shapeless, formless, heart is enormous
Bore this, I've worn this, no never what the norm is
Come hear this, it's fearless
Contrast, color, prisms, so warmin'
Listen and love it
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Freedom in hi-fidelity
Freeee! Come and see
Na, na, na, na, na na na
What you waitin' on?
I won't ask your, passion, smilin', laughin'
Yieldin', feelin', helpin', healin'
Introduce your neighbor to your saviour
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Freedom in hi-fidelity
Freeee!
Na, na, na, na, na na na
The lyrics to Gnarls Barkley's "Go-Go Gadget Gospel" are a unique combination of playful imagery, abstract ideas, and a powerful call to action. The opening lines encourage the listener to "pump up the peculiar" and embrace their own unique individuality. The repetition of "Aaaaah" and "Heeeeeeey" create a sense of urgency and excitement that continues throughout the song.
The second verse reinforces this message of empowerment, as the singer declares that they are "well on [their] way" to becoming everything they've ever wanted to be. This is their day to shine and show the world what they're capable of. The chorus echoes this sentiment, with the singer exclaiming that they are "freeee!" and inviting others to come and see everything they're allowed to see.
The third verse introduces some more abstract imagery, with references to "shapeless, formless" hearts and "contrast, color, prisms." This section of the song encourages the listener to embrace the full spectrum of experience, even if it doesn't always fit into neat categories or conform to societal norms. The final lines of the song call on the listener to take action and share their own positivity and love with their neighbors.
Overall, "Go-Go Gadget Gospel" is a joyful and uplifting song that encourages individuality, exploration, and positive action.
Line by Line Meaning
Pump up the peculiar
Get ready for something unique and unlike anything youβve heard before
While I yell unique
Iβm going to bring my own unique style and energy to this performance
Aaaaah, let me show you right here
Iβm excited to show you what Iβve got in store for you right now
Heeeeeeey, aaaahaaaaahaaa
Letβs get this party started!
Ooooh, yeah, yeah, yeah
Iβm feeling good and ready to go
I'm well on my way
Iβm making progress and heading in the right direction
I'm almost everything
Iβm close to achieving my goals and realizing my potential
And this is my day
Today is the day Iβve been waiting for to show the world what Iβm capable of
You make me want to say
Your support and encouragement is inspiring me to speak out and be heard
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Iβm celebrating my newfound freedom and independence
Behold everything I'm allowed to see
Iβm exploring the world around me and discovering new opportunities
Freeee,! Come and see
Join me in this journey of self-discovery and liberation
Na, na, na, na, na na na
Letβs have some fun and enjoy ourselves
The shapeless, formless, heart is enormous
Love is boundless and canβt be defined by physical attributes
Bore this, I've worn this, no never what the norm is
Iβve been through adversity and heartbreak but refuse to conform to societal norms
Come hear this, it's fearless
Listen to my music and feel the fearlessness and passion behind it
Contrast, color, prisms, so warmin'
My music is diverse and colorful, like a beautiful prism
Listen and love it
Just listen to the music and let it move you
What you waitin' on?
Why hesitate? Take action and make your dreams a reality
I won't ask your, passion, smilin', laughin'
I donβt care about your background, just bring your passion, smiles, and laughter
Yieldin', feelin', helpin', healin'
Letβs work together to support and heal each other
Introduce your neighbor to your saviour
Share the love and joy of this music with those around you
Lyrics Β© BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRIAN JOSEPH BURTON, NICOLAS FLAGELLO, THOMAS CALLAWAY, THOMAS DECARLO CALLAWAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kael Zor-El
Lyrics :
[Intro]
Pump up the peculiar
While I yell unique
Aaaaah, let me show you right here
Heeeeeeey, Aaaahaaaaahaaa
Ooooh, yeah, yeah, yeah
[Verse]
I'm well on my way
I'm almost everything
And this is my day
You make me want to say
[Hook]
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Behold everything I'm allowed to see
Freeee,! Come and see
Na, na, na, na, na na na
[Verse]
The shapeless, formless, heart is enormous
Bore this, I've worn this, no never what the norm is
Come hear this, it's fearless
Contrast, colour, prisms, so warmin'
Listen and love it
[Hook #2]
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Freedom in hi-fidelity
Freeee! come and see
Na, na, na, na, na na na
[Verse]
What you waitin' on?
I won't ask your, passion, smilin', laughin'
Yieldin', feelin', helpin', healin'
Introduce your neighbour to your saviour
[Hook #3]
I'm freeee! Look at me!
Freedom in hi-fidelity
Freeee!
Na, na, na, na, na na na
EightPieceBox
It's too bad this song wasn't a bigger hit. I always wanted to see a live horn section do this or a college marching band.
Problematic Beach
Frrr
SimplyComplicated
Not what I expected based off the song lyrics. But the video is brilliant. The puppets represent the rappers in the music industry. Great satire. Gnarls Barley never disappoints.
Mr. Wordy
This song if proof of Gnarls Barkley's brilliance.
CresentMoon18
It is?
Adrapolska
@CresentMoon18 Yes
mona sky
I still loved this song on Boondocks. I may never get tired
Problematic Beach
Same
Nefarious_Bread
It was how I found out about this brilliant album. I heard that song and was like "WHAT IS THIS!?"
Lumify | Gil
β@Nefarious_Bread π Brother, we all had an awakening that day!