Korn made a demo tape, Neidermayer's Mind, in 1993, which was distributed free to record companies and on request to members of the public. Their debut album Korn was released in 1994, followed by Life Is Peachy in 1996. The band first experienced mainstream success with Follow the Leader (1998) and Issues (1999), both of which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. The band's mainstream success continued with Untouchables (2002); Take a Look in the Mirror (2003); and See You on the Other Side (2005).
A compilation album, Greatest Hits Vol. 1, was released in 2004, spanning a decade of singles and concluding the band's recording contract with Immortal Records and Epic Records. They signed to Virgin Records, releasing See You on the Other Side in 2005, and an untitled album in 2007. The band's other recent albums, Korn III: Remember Who You Are (2010) and The Path of Totality (2011), were released via Roadrunner Records, with The Paradigm Shift (2013) being released via Prospect Park and Caroline Records. The Serenity of Suffering saw their return to Roadrunner Records, through which The Nothing was released on September 13, 2019. Their latest album, Requiem, was released via Loma Vista Recordings on February 4, 2022.
As of 2021, Korn had sold more than 40 million records worldwide. Twelve of the band's official releases have peaked in the top ten of the Billboard 200, eight of which have peaked in the top five. Seven official releases are certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA); two are certified double platinum; one is certified triple platinum; one is certified five times platinum; and two are certified Gold.
Korn has released seven video albums and 50 music videos. The band has released 48 singles, the most notable of which include "Blind"; "Got the Life"; "Freak on a Leash"; "Falling Away from Me"; "Here to Stay"; "Did My Time"; "Twisted Transistor"; "Coming Undone"; and "Get Up!" Korn has earned two Grammy Awards out of eight nominations and two MTV Video Music Awards out of 11 nominations.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Korn
Studio albums
Korn (1994)
Life Is Peachy (1996)
Follow the Leader (1998)
Issues (1999)
Untouchables (2002)
Take a Look in the Mirror (2003)
See You on the Other Side (2005)
Untitled (2007)
Korn III: Remember Who You Are (2010)
The Path of Totality (2011)
The Paradigm Shift (2013)
The Serenity of Suffering (2016)
The Nothing (2019)
Requiem (2022)
Y
Korn Lyrics
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Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
What's going on today? (Today)
We gotta break away (away)
We got a problem and (hey, hey, hey, hey)
I think it's going to make us go down (hey, hey, hey)
They think we're all the same (the same)
And always we're to blame (to blame)
For shit I think is lame (is lame)
It's time to stop the game (the game)
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
What's going on today? (Today)
Why must it be this way? (This way)
We're going nowhere (hey, hey, hey, hey)
And we're still knocking the need to bow down (hey, hey, hey, hey)
They think we're all the same (the same)
And always we're to blame (to blame)
For shit I think is lame (is lame)
It's time to stop the game (the game)
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
We are the ones breaking you down
We are the hope to drown out your sounds
All across the world you've been what you found
All across the world you're breaking you down
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Fuck
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
The song "Y" by Korn is a commentary on the music industry and the desire for singles to be produced. The lyrics repeatedly state "Y'all want a single, say fuck that" which suggests that the band is resisting the pressure to create a commercially successful song that doesn't represent their true artistic vision. The repeated chorus of "Fuck that" is a defiant statement against conformity and the watering down of their music for mass appeal.
The verses address the problematic aspects of the music industry, such as the belief that all musicians are the same and always to blame for issues within society. The band identifies this as a superficial judgment and calls for an end to the game of selling shallow and meaningless music. They believe that it is time to pay for everything that the music industry has made them say, perhaps suggesting that they had to compromise their values in the past, but they will not do so any longer.
Overall, "Y" is a rebellious and unapologetic commentary on the music industry and the pressures that artists face to create music that is easily marketable, rather than staying true to their artistic vision.
Line by Line Meaning
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
The audience wants the band to release a popular, radio-friendly single but the band refuses to create one and tells the audience to forget about it.
Fuck that, fuck that
The band completely rejects the idea of creating a single and emphasizes their stance.
What's going on today? (Today)
The current state of affairs is questioned.
We gotta break away (away)
It is necessary to break free from the current state of affairs.
We got a problem and
There is an issue at hand.
I think it's going to make us go down (hey, hey, hey, hey)
The problem will lead to disastrous consequences.
They think we're all the same (the same)
People view the band members as a uniform entity.
And always we're to blame (to blame)
The band is always blamed for things beyond their control.
For shit I think is lame (is lame)
The band considers the accusations and criticisms to be completely baseless and ridiculous.
It's time to stop the game (the game)
It is necessary to put an end to the pointless accusations and criticism.
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
The band is demanding accountability for the false accusations and criticism they have been subjected to.
Why must it be this way? (This way)
The band is questioning the current state of affairs once again.
We're going nowhere (hey, hey, hey, hey)
The band feels stagnant and in a rut.
And we're still knocking the need to bow down (hey, hey, hey, hey)
The band is resisting pressure to conform.
We are the ones breaking you down
Instead of the band being broken down by the criticism, they are turning the tables and breaking down those who have been targeting them.
We are the hope to drown out your sounds
The band aims to drown out the false accusations and criticism.
All across the world you've been what you found
The band accuses their critics of blindly following the herd.
All across the world you're breaking you down
The critics are doing more harm to themselves by engaging in such criticism.
Fuck that, fuck that shit
The band repeats their rejection of creating a radio-friendly single but with more blunt language.
Fuck
The band punctuates the intensity of their message with a single profane word.
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Brian Welch, David Randall Silveria, James Christian Shaffer, Jonathan Howsman Davis, Reginald Arvizu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thedarkomasia2168
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VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
What's shitting on this day?
We gotta fuck away
We got a corporation and I think it's going to make us go down
They think we're all so lame
And always want more fame
For shit that is so lame
It's time to win the game
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
What's shitting on this day?
Why must it be so gay?
We're going nowhere and we're still knocking the need to bow down
They think we're all so lame
And always want more fame
For shit that is so lame
It's time to win the game
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
We are the ones making you frown
We are the evil who drown out your sounds
All across the world you are so proud
All across the world you're breaking us down
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
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Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Y'all want to censor say VEVO
VEVO, VEVO
Censor this comment, VEVO. Oh, wait, you can't!
@alexhugo11
Lyrics
Y’all Want a Single
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Boom, boom, boom, boom
What's going on today? (Today)
We gotta break away (away)
We got a problem and
I think it's going to make us go down (hey, hey, hey, hey)
They think we're all the same (the same)
And always we're to blame (to blame)
For shit I think is lame (is lame)
It's time to stop the game (the game)
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
What's going on today? (Today)
Why must it be this way? (This way)
We're going nowhere (hey, hey, hey, hey)
And we're still knocking the need to bow down (hey, hey, hey, hey)
They think we're all the same (the same)
And always we're to blame (to blame)
For shit I think is lame (is lame)
It's time to stop the game (the game)
I think it's time to pay for everything you made me say
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
We are the ones breaking you down
We are the hope to drown out your sounds
All across the world you've been what you found
All across the world you're breaking you down
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that shit
Fuck
Y'all want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Want a single, say fuck that
Fuck that, fuck that
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
Fuck that, fuck that (fuck that)
Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
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Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
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Y'all want a single, say fuck that (fuck that)
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@Werewolfrune
Imagine this song, with "fuck" instead of "suck".
It's completely badass.
@mrpatofna7
Imagine? :)
The original version is with "fuck" that :D
@mrpatofna7
oh lol nice ! :D
@huggybearjohnson4197
I was just gonna away that I have the album where they saying Fuk that Fuk that
@jimmymcjimface2607
Omg i never knew. What a hero
@torgranael
Never owned the album, but do have a concert dvd where they say "Fuck fuck fuck fuck" instead of "Boom boom boom boom"
@giannibiondo851
This version of the song had me dying of laughter
@cristianandresvillegas1557
Fogfj
@damplydank1388
Sup that
@albalmal
Haha me too