History :
In October of 1996, No Brain first formed, and the band began playing in the Hongdae area of Seoul. The following year, the group released their first album, Our Nation Volume 2, a split album with the group Weeper. The band recorded a video for the song 바다사나이 off of this album. In addition, they contributed a cover of Lithium to the Nirvana tribute album Smells Like Nirvana and several tracks to the Korean punk compilation Here We Stand.
In 1999, the group released a single called, 靑春九十八. A music video was created for this song, and the group ended up receiving an award at the 1999 m-net Music Video Award show in the indie category.
In 2000, bassist Jeong Jaehwan left the group in order to carry out his mandatory military service, but the group pressed on without him, releasing their first full length album, 청년폭도맹진가. The album spawned several singles for which music videos were produced: 청년폭도 맹진가 and 성난젊음. In 2000 the group was again nominated in the indie category at the m-net Music Video Award Show. The same year the band dubbed itself the anti-Seo Taiji band and held a live event to commemorate the occasion.
April of 2001 found the group releasing a song for song cover of the Sex Pistols album Never Mind The Bollock Here's The Sex Pistols dubbed Never Mind The Sex Pistols Here's The No Brain. Several months later, the group released the album Viva No Brain. The group then performed at the 2001 Fuji Rock Festival in Japan. The group created something of international incident when Lee Seongwoo, the lead singer of the group ripped up the Japanese Imperial flag while singing the Korean national anthem.[1]
The band re-released 靑春九十八 and contributed a track to the Red Devil 2002 World Cup album in 2002. The band also embarked on a national club tour in Korea and a tour of Japan. That same year, Cha Seungwoo left the group.
The group recruited Jeong Minjun, formerly of the bands Real Sshang Noms and Samchung, and recorded the album 안녕, Mary Poppins which was released in June of 2003. To promote the album the group appeared on numerous television music programs.
In December of 2004 the group released an EP called, Stand Up Again!
November of 2005 saw the band release their four full length album, Boys, Be Ambitious. The members of the band recorded the theme song for the KBS television program FC슛돌이.
In 2006, the band once again recorded a song to commemorate the World Cup, and they released the single 소리쳐라, 대한민국! in May. In the fall of 2006, the group appeared in the film Radio Star, portraying a garage band named East River.
BAND MEMBERS :
* Lee Seongwoo (이성우) : Vocals
* Jeong Minjun (정민준) : Guitar
* Jeong Jaehwan (정재환) : Bass
* Hwang Hyunseong (황현성) : Drums
FORMER MEMBERS :
* Cha Seungwoo (차승우) : Guitar
* Kim Jeongjun (김정준) : Bass
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Go! Go! Go!
No Brain Lyrics
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당신이 경멸하는 생명체요
나의 이름은 노브레인이라오
내게는 뇌가 없소
내게 욕을 퍼부어도 좋소만
제발 죽이지는 말아주오
내게 침을 뱉어도 괜찮소만
제발 목숨만은 살려주오
나의 엉덩이를 힘껏 걷어차 주시오
내가 무얼바라리오
나는 그저 살고 싶소
오오 그외엔 아무것도 상관없다오
내가 아무리 환하게 웃어도
당신은 내게 침을 뱉을 거요
당신이 아무리 침을 뱉어도
나는 마냥 웃고 있을 테요
나를 때려줘도 상관없소만
나를 찌르지는 말아주오
하지만 나는 이미 죽었다오
나를 그냥 버려주시오
나의 얼굴에 굳은 침을 탁 뱉고서
나의 따귀를 힘껏 후려 쳐주시오
내가 무얼바라리오
나는 그저 살고 싶소
오오 그외엔 아무것도 상관없다오
내가 무얼바라리오
나는 그저 살고 싶소
오오 그외엔 아무것도 상관없다오
The lyrics of "Go! Go! Go!" by No Brain seem to portray the internal struggles and feelings of someone who feels insignificant and worthless in the eyes of society. The singer refers to themselves as a parasite residing in the body of someone who despises them, emphasizing their low self-worth and lack of self-esteem. They introduce themselves as No Brain, implying a sense of emptiness or lack of intelligence within themselves.
The singer expresses a willingness to endure insults and even physical harm, as long as they are allowed to continue living. They seem resigned to being mistreated and disrespected by others, suggesting a deep sense of resignation and acceptance of their lowly position in life. Despite the mistreatment they face, the singer only desires to be allowed to exist and continue living, indicating a profound sense of survival instinct.
The repeated refrain of "나는 그저 살고 싶소" (I just want to live) reinforces the theme of a desperate desire for survival and basic existence. The singer's plea for their life to be spared, even in the face of continued suffering and humiliation, reflects a deep-seated longing for a chance to simply exist and find some semblance of peace and purpose in their existence.
Overall, the lyrics of "Go! Go! Go!" appear to be a poignant depiction of a person struggling against feelings of worthlessness and insignificance, clinging to the hope of survival and acceptance despite the constant hardships and mistreatment they face. It conveys a sense of resilience and determination to persevere, even in the face of overwhelming adversity and rejection.
Line by Line Meaning
나는 당신 몸에 나있는 종기라오
I am just a parasite on your body
당신이 경멸하는 생명체요
A life form you despise
나의 이름은 노브레인이라오
My name is No Brain
내게는 뇌가 없소
I have no brain
내게 욕을 퍼부어도 좋소만
You can curse at me all you want
제발 죽이지는 말아주오
Please don't kill me
내게 침을 뱉어도 괜찮소만
It's okay to spit on me
제발 목숨만은 살려주오
Please just let me live
나의 등뒤에 딱지를 붙여놓고서
Stick a sticker on my back
나의 엉덩이를 힘껏 걷어차 주시오
Kick me hard in the butt
내가 무얼바라리오
What do I want
나는 그저 살고 싶소
I just want to live
오오 그외엔 아무것도 상관없다오
Oh, nothing else matters
내가 아무리 환하게 웃어도
No matter how brightly I smile
당신은 내게 침을 뱉을 거요
You will spit on me
당신이 아무리 침을 뱉어도
Even if you spit on me
나는 마냥 웃고 있을 테요
I will just keep smiling
나를 때려줘도 상관없소만
It's okay to hit me
나를 찌르지는 말아주오
But please don't stab me
하지만 나는 이미 죽었다오
But I am already dead
나를 그냥 버려주시오
Just abandon me
나의 얼굴에 굳은 침을 탁 뱉고서
Spit hard on my face
나의 따귀를 힘껏 후려 쳐주시오
Slap me hard on the cheek
내가 무얼바라리오
What do I want
나는 그저 살고 싶소
I just want to live
오오 그외엔 아무것도 상관없다오
Oh, nothing else matters
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@charlesmott9422
I'm in my late 70's. I remember when this song was released. My girlfriend and I danced and danced to this song. We loved it. I am still dancing, only alone now. My dog thinks the old man has lost it because I dance around the house when I listen to this song. ...I turn the volume up and I know the neighbors say, "he is partying again"..LOL---- UPDATE: Sept. 12, 2022: Just wanted you my friends, to know I celebrated my 80th birthday and danced to "Wake Me Up Before You Go GO". I lost my dog a few months ago due to cancer. He was with me nearly 18 years. I sure miss the little guy. The kind comments you left below and emails, have made this old man smile and laugh. I wish you all the best. Please stay well and keep in touch.
Dec. 25, 2022: Just want to wish all of you nice people Happy Holidays and to thank you for the nice notes you send me. You are the best. Stay well and let us keep on dancing. I plan to give all of you a New Year's eve toast while I am dancing to "Wake Me Up Before You Go".
Hugs to all of you.
@connor4868
Hey dude! I think you're cool for still dancing to this song! Let your neighbours think you're a crazy old man, everyone here knows you're cool as hell! We'll all be dancing with you!
@charlesmott9422
@@connor4868 Thanks Connor. Stay safe.
@francinebautista1918
Awwww this is so wholesome!
@GordonSucksAtLife
Who cares ? As long as you feel good and enjoy it ! That’s what music is all about ! Plus.
you can enjoy this nostalgica :)
@tabris6359
Dancing with you! So you are not alone
@bernddemoor4137
Me: goes to school dressed all black
My headphones:
@ray.lilley
I relate to this on a spiritual level
@reinal7896
Bernd de Moor
What does this mean ? Please explain I feel slow lol
@davidramirez150
Same