First one:
mink ("Made In Korea") is a female Korean J-pop singer. Her real name is Mi Kyung Lee, she was born 1984 in South Korea, and is of Korean ethnicity. Upon traveling to Japan in her early teens to continue her education, she was discovered after she submitted a demo to Avex Trax, one of Japan’s leading J-pop labels. Her initial success occurred in Japan with the release of her first two albums. Although mink was born and raised in Korea, she does not sing in Korean. She originally did not show her face on her albums, instead replacing her pictures with an anime-like character, but this changed with recent releases. She has shown herself in her music videos, however.
In 2005, her song "Beautiful" was used for the film "INITIAL D THE MOVIE" and featured on her debut album.
In 2006 her song "Glory of Life" was released and licensed to Rhythm Zone/King Street Records and remixed by Chris Cox, John Creamer and Stephane K. "Glory of Life" hit the number one position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. A second single "4 Love" was scheduled to be released to the U.S. in April 2006, but was later canceled (although it was still released in Japan). Mink is the one of the first Asian Artists to have any sort of number one single in the US, some others being Koda Kumi (with Trust Your Love) and Utada Hikaru ( with Devil Inside), all following the footsteps of Sakamoto Kyu with his #1 US chart hit Ue o Muite Aruko (Sukiyaki) in 1963.
In April 2006, mink's "Eternal Love (Remix Version)" was used for the film "Chisaki Yusha Tachi GAMERA". In December 2006, mink's "Here by my side (Original Version) was used as the theme song for the 3D anime short Joe and Marilyn for Amazing Nuts!.
On January 1, 2007, mink's "Innocent Blue -Chi Hate Umi Tsukiru Made-" was released. The song was the theme song for the Japan-Mongol epic film "Aoki Ookami" based on Gengis Khan.
On August 8th 2007, mink's next single "Together Again" was released, and had the theme of 'summer' as part of a series of 4 singles. The song was used for the ending theme to the anime film Vexille 2077 Nippon Sakoku, showing in Japanese theaters August 18th 2007.
The second of the 'seasons' series was released on October 31st, 2007, and was called "Sense 4 seasons ~Autumn~".
mink was dropped by her record label in early 2010.
Second one:
Formed just a blink ago in Spring 2006, MINK has already written more than 60 songs (30 of them in one intense three week stretch), recorded their debut album in just four weeks (with noted producer Sylvia Massy of Red Hot Chili Peppers and Tool fame), shot one of the most fun videos of recent times for its infectious song "Talk to Me" with director Christian Lamb (Madonna, Korn, Kelly Clarkson, Incubus), had another song "Pressure Pressure" featured nightly in ESPN's 2006 Major League baseball playoffs coverage, and has established itself as one of the most exciting new live acts on the scene both in its own club shows and opening big-venue concerts by Angels & Airwaves among others.
And all that whilst going back and forth between New York (from where Carlson hails) and Australia (home to drummer Mozgawa, lead guitarist Nick Maybury, and bassist Grant Fitzpatrick).
The members come from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from the garage-rock, punk, solo and experimental backgrounds of Carlson, Fitzpatrick and Mozgawa to the formal jazz studies of Maybury. And though members cite influences and favorites ranging from classic punk to Prince to Bjork to Miles Davis, a chemical bond formed instantly that gave Mink their own enticing character.
The first single, "Talk to Me," has been spinning on over 50 Alternative and modern rock stations across the US, and is the perfect Mink introduction. Mink's sound is free of the gimmicks and production tricks that infect so much rock these days. Instead, this is all about the natural talents of the musicians and dynamics of the band. On "Dematerialize," Carlson flashes the arid bite of a Mick Jagger or Lou Reed, while "Pills" has choruses comparable to David Bowie at his Ziggy Stardust rocking-est. "Jodi" has a soaring pop chorus riding a wave of crunchy guitar-rock. And live, "Get it Right" showcases Mozgawa's awesome power.
Now Mink are bringing their music to an increasing legion of fans, and they've hit the ground running. After dates with KISS, a Lollapalooza performance, and a recent tour supporting Perry Ferrell's Satellite Party, their guitar driven rock album debuted August 28, 2007. Mink are now setting the pace...
Also a third. Mink from NZ. Formed by George Henderson in 1992. Released eponymous album in 1993 ans 'For My Mink' in 1995. Back in action around 2006, but kicking today?
Until the end of the universe.
All my life
Mink Lyrics
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(Counting up the fetti yeah)
(Yeah)
(Ok)
Yeah
Woah, Ay
(Yeah) I've been going through some things
Man this shit getting strange (Ha, Ha)
Found out my brother put a clip in his brain (Why?)
Went to the school next day (Next day, Next day)
Everything seemed ok, just wasn't going my way (My way)
I went to the crib that same damn night (Yeah)
Saw my dad in the chair all fright
Had stones in his bladder
I didn't think that shit mattered
So I ate my platter
Went to the school next day (Again)
I wondered if he was ok
My mama just gave me a text
She said he gone be there all day (Ugh, Ugh)
Days turned into weeks, Weeks turned into months
I was scared no front
All I did was pray (Grah)
I didn't even have no time to play
I wasn't ok
My mama just wrecked her car the next day (Woah)
Then she lost her job
All these bills we couldn't pay (Ugh)
I couldn't sleep no way
Then I got the call in the middle of my class
They said this day was his last
He made it back up (Thank God)
The doctor said it was luck (Yeah)
I was so damn struck (Woah, Woah)
We got back home, His job wouldn't leave him alone (Leave him alone)
He started working at home (Yeah)
Then we payed my mama's car off (Woo)
Flt like happiness wasn't far off (Not far)
All of this shit as a team (Yeah)
Y'all wouldn't even know what it mean (Y'all wouldn't even know)
In Mink's song "All my life," he opens up about the challenges and hardships he has been experiencing. He reflects on the strange and difficult situations he has encountered, including the tragic suicide of his brother and his father's health issues. Mink describes the shock and confusion he felt upon learning about his brother's decision, and how he had to carry on with his daily life, going to school and trying to cope with the emotional weight he was carrying.
As he processes the pain and confusion, Mink also reveals that his mother faced her own challenges, losing her job and struggling to pay bills. These added burdens created a sense of constant worry and anxiety for Mink, as he tried to find solace in prayer and stayed hopeful for better days ahead.
Despite the overwhelming hardships, Mink shares a moment of relief when his father miraculously recovers from his health issues. This brings a sense of gratitude and happiness, and the family starts to find some stability, paying off their debts and finding a new balance in their lives.
Through all the struggles, Mink emphasizes the importance of the support and unity within his family. It is through their collective strength that they navigate the difficulties and find hope for a better future.
Overall, "All my life" is a deeply personal and introspective song, offering a glimpse into Mink's journey through adversity and his unwavering determination to overcome life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing agreement or acknowledgement
Woah, Ay
Expressing surprise or excitement
Yeah) I've been going through some things
I have been experiencing difficulties in my life
Man this shit getting strange (Ha, Ha)
These circumstances are becoming increasingly unusual
All of these thoughts getting out my range (Woah)
My thoughts and emotions are becoming overwhelming and hard to control
Found out my brother put a clip in his brain (Why?)
I discovered that my brother took his own life
Went to the school next day (Next day, Next day)
I still had to go to school despite this tragedy
Everything seemed ok, just wasn't going my way (My way)
Although things appeared normal, things were not going well for me personally
I went to the crib that same damn night (Yeah)
I returned home that same evening
Saw my dad in the chair all fright
My dad was sitting in the chair looking scared
Had stones in his bladder
He was suffering from bladder stones
I didn't think that shit mattered
I didn't realize the seriousness of his condition
So I ate my platter
I carried on with my routine and ate my meal
Went to the school next day (Again)
Once again, I had to go to school the following day
I wondered if he was ok
I was concerned about my dad's well-being
My mama just gave me a text
My mom sent me a text message
She said he gone be there all day (Ugh, Ugh)
She informed me that he would be at the hospital all day
Days turned into weeks, Weeks turned into months
Time passed and the situation continued
I was scared no front
I was genuinely scared
All I did was pray (Grah)
I turned to prayer as my only solace
I didn't even have no time to play
I didn't have any time or energy for leisure activities
I wasn't ok
I was not okay emotionally
My mama just wrecked her car the next day (Woah)
My mom had a car accident the following day
Then she lost her job
She also lost her job
All these bills we couldn't pay (Ugh)
We were unable to pay our bills
I couldn't sleep no way
I struggled to sleep
Then I got the call in the middle of my class
I received a phone call during my school class
They said this day was his last
They informed me that it was my dad's last day
He made it back up (Thank God)
Fortunately, he recovered
The doctor said it was luck (Yeah)
The doctor attributed his recovery to luck
I was so damn struck (Woah, Woah)
I was incredibly shocked and affected
We got back home, His job wouldn't leave him alone (Leave him alone)
Once we returned home, his job continued to give him trouble
He started working at home (Yeah)
As a result, he began working from home
Then we payed my mama's car off (Woo)
We managed to pay off my mom's car
Flt like happiness wasn't far off (Not far)
It felt like happiness was within reach
All of this shit as a team (Yeah)
We faced all of these challenges together
Y'all wouldn't even know what it mean (Y'all wouldn't even know)
You wouldn't truly understand the meaning of it all
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Julian Duran
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