There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Pink was a late 1980s new wave band from Japan. Members included Yutaka Fukuoka (vocals/guitar), Hajime Okano (vocals/bass), Atsunobu Yakabe (vocals/drums), Hoppy Kamiyama (vocal/keyboards), Steve Eto (vocals/percussion), and Hidehiro Shibuya (vocals/guitars) Osamu Sakasai (vocals/guitars).
2) Pink was an alias of Manfred Linzner, a computer game music composer/demoscene artist & co-creator of the AHX tracker format.
1.) The band Pink formed as a collaboration between ビブラトーンズ (Vibratones) member Yutaka Fukuoka and Hero member Hoppy Kamiyama. The two were joined by Hajime Okano, Kamiyama's fellow bandmember in the rock group ショコラータ (Gun Blast). Atsunobu Yakabe, Osamu Skasai, and percussionist and former model Steve Eto rounded out the lineup.
The group released the singles 砂の雫 (Drops of Sand) and プライベートストーリー (Private Story) in 1984. Pink self-produced their first self-titled album, PINK, May 25, 1985 under their "MOON Records" label.
The band went on to release 光の子 (Child of Light) in February 1986 and two more albums, PSYCHO-DELICIOUS and CYBER in 1987.
At this point, the growing popularity of Pink caught the attention of major record labels. Hoppy Kamiyama would land a two-album deal with Toshiba EMI. The deal would end badly for Kamiyama after production of his critically acclaimed work was cut due to low sales. He would then go on to form his own labels, God Mountain (named for the English translation of his Japanese surname) and God Ocean.
It was the British record label, RIME that produced PSYCHO-DELICIOUS. The English-language single, 英語版 (Soul Flight) was also released under RIME.
Sony Epic produced the 1987 album Daydream Tracks.
The band returned to independent production in 1988 for Final Mix. In 1989, Osamu Sakasai took over on guitars for Red & Blue.
Each member of the band was an established musician in their own right and they continued to work on solo projects while involved with Pink. Finally, Steve Eto left the band in 1988 to pursue his own interests, leading to the eventual collapse of Pink and the end of production of new material.
Pink continues to tour today with lineups consisting of varying members of the original group as well as support artists. In March 2002, they released a greatest hits compilation The Best of Pink.
Former members of Pink pursue solo careers and have since joined groups such as Halo, Quadraphonics, Rael, Flesh, Pugs, ONTJ, and マダムピラニア (Madame Piranha). Kamiyama continues to run God Mountain and God Ocean.
2.) Germany-based Manfred Linzner writes music mainly for handheld consoles. He worked in-house at Vicarious Visions.
His work has appeared on such games as the 2000 PC version of Tomb Raider and Spider-Man, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3, and the Iridion series of games. His firm Shin'en provides audio outsourcing services for Nintendo WiiWare and Nintendo DS games. They also offer freelance music services for web sites and developers.
Linzner has cited Vince DiCola, composer of the 1986 Transformers The Movie soundtrack, as one of his influences.
Linzner has been known to work under the handle Pink.
Hustle
Pink Lyrics
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Just like a lion, you came for a sheep
Oh no, don't try to hustle me
You took my love, mistook it for weakness
I guarantee I won't repeat this
No, don't try to hustle me
I live my life like a bullet in a gun
Oh no, don't try to hustle me
So don't hustle me, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, and don't hustle me
So don't hustle me, no, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
A boy like you, you think you know it all
Build it up and you're bound to fall
Oh no-oh-oh, don't try to hustle me (don't try to hustle me)
I spend my days tryna do you right
But you've been blind, you can't see the light
Oh no-oh-oh-oh-oh, don't try to hustle me
'Cause I live my life like a bullet in a gun
Give you all my love 'til my patience is done
Oh no, don't try to hustle me
So don't hustle me, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, and don't hustle me
So don't hustle me, no, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, yeah, don't hustle me
'Cause it won't do no good at all to say you're sorry now
Your words, they are falling on deaf ears
And it won't do no good at all to try to work it out
How can you replace all these years?
'Cause now you've gone and thrown away the very thing you need
Bitch, please, don't try to hustle me
Don't hustle me, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me (hey), don't hustle me (yeah)
Don't hustle me (don't hustle me), don't hustle me (hey)
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Don't hustle me, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Said don't hustle me, don't hustle me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
The lyrics of Pink's song "Hustle" convey a strong message about resilience, self-worth, and not allowing oneself to be taken advantage of. In the first verse, the line "I gave you soft, I gave you sweet, just like a lion, you came for a sheep" suggests that the persona offered vulnerability and kindness, but their partner took advantage of it. The line "mistook it for weakness" depicts the partner underestimating the persona's strength, but the persona ensures that they won't fall for it again.
The chorus emphasizes the persona's determination not to be manipulated or deceived. By comparing herself to a "bullet in a gun," she symbolizes her readiness to protect herself and not let her patience be exhausted. The lines "So don't hustle me, don't fuck with me" serve as a direct and assertive expression of her boundaries. She is demanding respect and warning against any attempts to deceive or mistreat her.
The second verse continues to address the partner's misguided actions, characterized by the line "A boy like you, you think you know it all, build it up, and you're bound to fall." The persona acknowledges her efforts to make things right but suggests that her partner's blindness prevents them from seeing the truth. This verse reinforces the persona's resolve not to be taken advantage of.
In the final verse, the lyrics suggest that apologies and attempts to work through the issues won't be enough. The partner has thrown away something valuable, and even though they may realize their mistake, it's too late. The words falling on deaf ears symbolize the persona's refusal to accept empty apologies. The conclusion of the song strongly reiterates the message, asserting that the persona will not allow herself to be hustled or manipulated.
Overall, "Hustle" is a powerful anthem about self-empowerment, setting boundaries, and refusing to tolerate being taken advantage of. It encourages listeners to value themselves and stand up against any attempts at manipulation or deceit.
Line by Line Meaning
I gave you soft, I gave you sweet
I showed you kindness and tenderness
Just like a lion, you came for a sheep
You took advantage of my vulnerability
Oh no, don't try to hustle me
Don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me
You took my love, mistook it for weakness
You misunderstood my love as a sign of weakness
I guarantee I won't repeat this
I promise not to allow this to happen again
No, don't try to hustle me
I won't tolerate any attempts to deceive me
I live my life like a bullet in a gun
I live my life with intensity and purpose
Give you all my love 'til my patience is done
I give my love fully until I reach my limit
So don't try to hustle me
So don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me
So don't hustle me, don't hustle me
I won't allow you to deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me, and don't hustle me
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
A boy like you, you think you know it all
You, a person like you, believe you have all the answers
Build it up and you're bound to fall
If you construct a false facade, it will crumble eventually
Oh no-oh-oh, don't try to hustle me (don't try to hustle me)
Oh no, don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me
I spend my days tryna do you right
I dedicate my time trying to treat you well
But you've been blind, you can't see the light
But you've been oblivious, unable to see the truth
Oh no-oh-oh-oh-oh, don't try to hustle me
Oh no, don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me
'Cause I live my life like a bullet in a gun
Because I live my life with intensity and purpose
Give you all my love 'til my patience is done
I give my love fully until I reach my limit
So don't try to hustle me
So don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me
So don't hustle me, no, don't hustle me
I won't allow you to deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
'Cause it won't do no good at all to say you're sorry now
Because apologizing now won't make a difference
Your words, they are falling on deaf ears
Your words have no impact or influence
And it won't do no good at all to try to work it out
And trying to reconcile won't be fruitful
How can you replace all these years?
How can you make up for all the time that has passed?
'Cause now you've gone and thrown away the very thing you need
Because now you've cast aside the very thing you require
Bitch, please, don't try to hustle me
So, don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me, seriously
Don't hustle me, don't hustle me
I won't allow you to deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me (hey), don't hustle me (yeah)
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
Don't hustle me (don't hustle me), don't hustle me (hey)
I won't allow you to deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
Don't hustle me, don't hustle me
I won't allow you to deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
Said don't hustle me, don't hustle me
I've already warned you, don't deceive or manipulate me
Don't fuck with me, don't hustle me
Don't mess with me or try to deceive me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alecia Moore, Dan Reynolds, Jorgen Michael Odegard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bikakist2
it‘s been 19 years and i‘m still fallin in love with every single song of hers❤️ she‘s my favorite, keep going you are an amazing singer and a good hearted mother
@fireyflower6643
I think she's a great mum
@viniciusfraga8535
Listen this: https://youtu.be/DbIRvTW2PFA
@evelienv.7676
I'll never get tired of this amazing woman and her music. She's a badass, legendary queen. Seriously, everything she creates becomes a masterpiece!
@NatashaBWysingle-nz5fd
Ac& a cover
@motasan6157
Me encantoooo!!!! 😍
rayos esa voz de p!nk!!!!!!!!! ❤️
@KJNguyenQuoc
Pink deserves everything! Especially recognition and credit for her music and aesthetic! Like seriously, don't sleep on her, people!
@avawilliams8484
IKRRRRRRRR
@autumnsmith1600
YES!!!! I 1000% agree with you!!!
@BugGutzzz
KJ Nguyen Quoc underrated artist