1) a Finnish hip-h… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 acts who perform under the name Kwan:
1) a Finnish hip-hop band that was formed in 2000 The band's debut album Dynasty went platinum quickly, and Kwan also won two prizes at the Emmas. Their second album Die Is Cast sold double platinum, and Kwan didn't get a chance to catch its breath until after the end of their tour in the summer of 2003. Another Emma came their way.
After a short and refreshing break the band returned in 2004 with Love Beyond This World, which sold gold, and included the hits Unconditional Love and Decadence of the Heart. And another acceptance speech at the Emma gala. Their fourth album Little Notes was released in Finland on March 22nd of 2006.
2) a Cantopop musician from Hong Kong. His debut mixtape Money Fever was released on March 28, 2022.
U&I
Kwan Lyrics
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What ever you do don't ever lie
Just be yourself and don't hurt yourself
and you'll be happy when you die
Wie gladiatoren im alten rom
areen gefullt mit publikum
zeit fur die show manage frei
die feine sahneproduktion mit
wortkakao und sprachsalat
eiskombinat der nordregion
rapagregat fertig zum start
in unsrer kooperation die neue
eiszeitreform
props an die skills, im schneestrum
schrei ich lautlos ohne ton
wie heisst die neue kwan single nr.one
vier sprachen, vier nation, vier
elemente, vier seson
auf einem track/in einem song
als gutes beispiel voran die dynasty
macht den anfang/an esperanto ganz
dicht dran
der erste schritt auf neu'm gebiet
geschickt den schalter umgekippt
lawine rollt unaufhaltsam den
abhang: soll sie stoppen wer sie
stoppen kann
...yor 123 feature kwan, feat.kwan
kaikki frendit yhdessä
skene vahvemmaksi ryhmässä
kaikki frendit yhdessä
ou ais yo ist yor 123 (ho) ja mc hopee
ensemble on avance toujours avec
les mêmes coordonnees tchatcher
blaster/cartonner sur le m-I-c
tous de cultures différentes mais
vivant dans le même pays suomi oui
plein 'props/j'en balance pour le hip hop
qu'importe ces moyens pour autant
qu'on monte tojours au top flop jamais tu saia on a pas d'ones negatives
j'crois en moi, pousse á fond, rien á foutre,
faut que je positives j'fais le guet
éclaireur/pour tout mes partners
cette route est parsemeé de piéges,
de trappes et de gros leurres peur
y'a pas moy' mon arsenal faut que je
déployes trembles face á la suprématie
de ma dynasty tu sais que ca ca faire mal
fatal pour ton mental rusé comme le chacal plein az sur la pédale
näin on
tää on slaavilaista melankoliaa
eikä kopioitua angstipaskaa
asiat kumpuaa omista lähtökohdista
on mahtavaa että voi luottaa omaan asiaan
hiphop kulttuuri valloittaa ansaitusti alaa
muistaaks kukaan aikaa ennekuin media
keksi skenen
ja hiphopista tuli trendi nyt joka jäbäl on
mc nimi ja oma jengi se katu-uskottavuus
ei oo muuta kuin muunneltu poika bändi,
brändi/monikansallisten levy-yhtiöiden marrkinointi suunnitelma, jossa yleisöstä
tehdään kuluttajia tarjotaan tuote nimeltä mc ei tarvii muuta kuin kattoo musiikki
kanavii ja maastoiseen verrata sisältö,
ulkoasu ja kuunnella soundii paljoa pinta
kiilto, kultaa kuorii ne ei tarkoita mulle
yhtään mitään mut voin vakuutttaa, että
tän kovan pinnan alla myös aito hiphop elää.
The song U&I by Kwan features a mix of different languages, including Finnish, German, French, and English. The refrain encourages authenticity and discourages lying, claiming that being true to oneself leads to true happiness. The verses discuss the power of collaboration and unity within the hip hop culture, and the need to remain true and genuine amidst the commercialization and marketing tactics of the music industry.
One of the key themes in this song is the importance of staying true to oneself and resisting the pressure to conform to commercialized versions of hip hop. The lyrics also emphasize the power of unity and collaboration within the hip hop community, and the need to support each other rather than competing against each other. The mix of different languages and cultural references in the lyrics adds to the message of embracing diversity and celebrating different perspectives within the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
What ever you do don't ever lie
Always tell the truth and never deceive others
Just be yourself and don't hurt yourself
Stay true to who you are and take care of yourself
and you'll be happy when you die
Living honestly and taking care of yourself leads to a fulfilling life
Like gladiators in ancient Rome
Similar to the gladiators in ancient Rome who performed for an audience
An arena filled with spectators
Performing in front of a large audience
Time for the show manager to be free
The manager can let go and allow the performers to take over
Yor 123 on the microphone
Introducing Yor 123 who is on the microphone
The fine cream production with word cocoa and linguistic salad
Creating a high-quality language in the lyrics with a mix of languages and expressions
Ice cream shop in the northern region
A reference to the cold climate of the northern region
Rap assembly ready to start
Getting ready to start performing rap music
In our cooperation the new ice age reform
A collaboration that brings new ideas and a fresh start
Props to the skills, in the snowstorm
Acknowledging the talent and skill of the performers even in difficult conditions
I scream quietly without sound in the snowstorm
Shouting loudly but silently in a metaphorical snowstorm
What's the name of the new Kwan single number one
Introducing the new Kwan single and promoting it
Four languages, four nations, four elements, four seasons
Bringing together different cultures and enjoying the diversity
On one track/in one song
Working together to create one piece of music
As a good example, the dynasty leads the way
Using the dynasty as an example to inspire others
Starting with Esperanto
Beginning with a language that represents unity
The first step in a new area
Embarking on a new adventure with confidence
Expertly flipping the switch
Handling new challenges with skill and ease
The avalanche rolls down the slope: should it stop anyone who can stop it
Facing challenges head on and not letting anything stop progress
Yor 123 featuring Kwan, featuring Kwan
Introducing Yor 123 and Kwan who are collaborating together
All friends together
Working together with a sense of community and unity
The scene gets stronger in a group
Strengthening the music scene through collaboration
Yo, it's Yor 123 (ho) and MC Hopee
Introducing Yor 123 and MC Hopee who are collaborating together
The ensemble is always advancing with the same coordinates
Working together with the same goals and direction
Chatting and blasting/cartooning on the mic
Performing and creating music with passion and energy
All from different cultures but living in the same country, Finland
Diversity is celebrated but everyone is united in their love for music and their country
Giving props for hip hop, regardless of the means, as long as we stay on top
Acknowledging the importance and impact of hip hop music and striving to be the best
I believe in myself, push forward, I don't care, I need to stay positive
Having confidence and perseverance despite obstacles and focusing on positivity
I stand guard and scout for all my partners
Looking out for others and supporting them in their endeavors
This road is full of traps and deception so I must be prepared
Taking caution and being aware of potential obstacles and challenges
I tremble in the face of the supremacy of my dynasty
Feeling small in comparison to the greatness of the dynasty but still striving to make an impact
You know that it will be painful, fatal for your mind
Not backing down from a challenge and willing to face the consequences
Clever like a jackal, full speed ahead
Being cunning, strategic, and determined in one's pursuits
This is Slavic melancholy, not copied angst crap
Creating music that is authentic and genuine, not just following a trend
Things come from our own experiences
Drawing inspiration from personal experiences to create meaningful music
It's amazing to be able to trust in our own thing
Having faith and confidence in one's own music and artistry
Hip hop culture deserves to expand
Recognizing the value and significance of hip hop culture and promoting its growth
Does anyone remember a time before the media discovered the scene
Reflecting on the influence of the media on the music industry
Now every guy has an MC name and their own crew, but street credibility is nothing but a modified boy band, brand, multinational record label marketing plan
Acknowledging the commercialization of music and the loss of authenticity in some cases
Where the audience is turned into consumers and the product is called MC
Critiquing the commodification of music and the focus on profit over creativity and artistry
All you need to do is watch music channels and compare the content, aesthetics, and sound
Pointing out the superficiality and lack of substance in some mainstream music
Surface gloss, gold, peel it off, it doesn't mean anything to me
Not being swayed by appearances or materialistic values
But I can assure you that genuine hip hop still exists beneath the hard surface
Affirming the continued existence of authentic hip hop despite commercialization
Contributed by Owen G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.