Initially, the band played several concerts in Bergen and Western Norway during 2007 and 2008. Their song "Diamanter & Kirsebær" was released on a compilation disc titled Opplett 2008 featuring music from Bergen-based acts including Fjorden Baby!, Kommode, The New Wine, Razika, Di Kjipe and Lars Vaular. In addition, they opened for Norwegian rock band Fjorden Baby! in a major concert on 18 December 2008.
The band was featured on NRK Urørt broadcast on P3 n 2008, and one of the finalists for best act in Urørt's annual show finishing in third place. In February 2009, they performed at the by:Larm music festival in Oslo. Also in February 2009, they were signed to Norwegian record label Voices Music & Entertainment (also known as VM&E).
The band's debut album was released on 14 September 2009 and well-received by critics and selling over 15,000 of the album. During Spellemannprisen equivalent to the Grammys held on 6 March 2010, they won the classic rock award in addition to being nominated for "best newcomer of 2009".
On 7 February 2011, the band released their second album Det nærmeste du kommer followed by an EP Vinterkarusellen with Nils Bech in February 2012.
JON&Gjengen split up as friends in 2013 as announced on Facebook by John Olav himself, and was followed by several concerts with the last one ever being held in Bergen November 16th.
Kom Så går Vi
John Olav Nilsen & Gjengen Lyrics
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Kirkeklokkene byen slår oss til ro
Du esje mye å se på men du e fortsatt min
Noe inni meg sier at eg e fortsatt din
Kom så går vi
Kom så går vi
Kom så slår vi
The lyrics to John Olav Nilsen & Gjengen's song "Kom Så Går Vi" are filled with a sense of nostalgia and longing for a city and a person. The opening lines, "Over en bro som deler byen i to, Kirkeklokkene byen slår oss til ro," depict a city divided by a bridge, with the calming sound of church bells in the background. This imagery portrays a sense of tranquility and familiarity, suggesting that the city holds a special place in the singer's heart.
The subsequent lines, "Du esje mye å se på men du e fortsatt min, Noe inni meg sier at eg e fortsatt din," reflect a deep connection and attachment to the city, despite it not having many remarkable sights. The lyrics convey a sense of loyalty and devotion, as if the city still belongs to the singer. There is an internal feeling that confirms the singer's continued connection to the city and suggests that it is still his.
The repetition of the phrase "Kom så går vi" throughout the song adds a sense of invitation and camaraderie. It encourages the listener to join the singer in exploring and embracing the city together, creating a sense of unity and shared experiences.
Overall, the lyrics of "Kom Så Går Vi" evoke a nostalgic yearning for a city and a desire to rekindle a connection that has not been diminished with time.
Line by Line Meaning
Over en bro som deler byen i to
Across a bridge that divides the city in two
Kirkeklokkene byen slår oss til ro
The church bells soothe us in the city
Du esje mye å se på men du e fortsatt min
You may not have much to offer, but you are still mine
Noe inni meg sier at eg e fortsatt din
Something inside me tells me that I am still yours
Kom så går vi
Come, let's go
Kom så går vi
Come, let's go
Kom så slår vi
Come, let's conquer
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