On December 21, 2012, his music video for "Gangnam Style" exceeded one billion views on YouTube, becoming the first video to do so in the website's history. Psy was subsequently recognized by the media as the King of YouTube. As of May 2023, it is the eleventh most viewed video on YouTube, with over 4.7 billion views.
In December 2012, MTV noted Psy's rise from being little known outside South Korea, to being hailed as the "Viral Star of 2012". On December 31, 2012, Psy performed in a globally televised New Year's Eve celebration with American rapper MC Hammer on-stage in front of a live audience of over a million people in Times Square, New York City. Following his departure from YG Entertainment in 2018, he founded his own company, P Nation, in 2019.
Park Jae-sang was born on December 31, 1977, to an affluent family in the Gangnam District of Seoul, South Korea.[10] His father, Park Won-Ho, is the executive chairman of DI Corporation, a manufacturer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment listed on the Korea Exchange. His mother, Kim Young-hee, owns several restaurants in Gangnam.
Park attended Banpo (반포) Elementary and Middle Schools and Sehwa (세화) High School. He disliked school and was known as the class clown. In an interview on South Korea's Seoul Broadcasting System, a former teacher of Park said: "I remember Psy making a lot of sexual jokes during class. He had such a big influence that he would drive the entire class to his jokes. I disliked him at the time, but looking back, I see that he added a great energy to the class."
Park told CNN's Alina Cho that when he was 15 years old, he watched a Korean TV programme that introduced foreign pop music. One particular episode showed a concert at Wembley Stadium held by the British rock band Queen where they performed their 1975 hit single "Bohemian Rhapsody". Park said it was this concert footage that sparked his love for music.
In January 2001, Psy debuted his full-length album Psy from the Psycho World!, for which he was fined by South Korean government authorities due to his album's "inappropriate content". Psy was a rookie hip-hop singer that stirred up the Korean pop music scene with very blunt lyrics, peculiar dance moves and an unconventional appearance that earned him the nickname "The Bizarre Singer(엽기가수)".
His second album Sa 2 also created controversy upon its release in 2002, earning complaints from civil groups due to the potentially negative influence his album would have on children and teenagers. Since then, Psy has been thought of as a controversial artist, and Sa 2 was banned in 2002 from being sold to the under-19 set. In September of the same year, Psy released his third album 3 Psy. The album's title song, "Champion", saw great success partly due to the hype from the World Cup games held in Seoul. Despite the significant amount of controversy surrounding his music, Psy was awarded songwriting accolades at the annual Seoul Music Awards, marking his breakthrough in the South Korean music industry.
GANJI
Psy Lyrics
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I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji 챙겨
I got gratitude and attitude
정신 차려, 몸에 각 잡아
Feel 받아, 탄력받아, 신나게 달려, 꽉 붙잡아
다 껌이지, 침착해 take it easy음악 할 때만 king보다는 queen이지
접어 가운뎃손가락
쫙 펴 엄지손가락
난 멘탈의 식스팩, 풍악을 울려라 딴따라
남 부러워할 시간에 제발
맨발에 땀나도록 개발
징징거리거나 남 탓 좀 하지 말고
아이템 바꿔 제발 (제발, 제발)
잘 들리는 랩, 가사 안 봐도 돼
배달 사고 없는 딜리버리
한국말로 랩 발음 똑바로 해
여 문자와로 사맛디 아니할세
Uh 도레미파솔라시
취미는 추억 팔이
과거를 모르는 싸가지의 미래는 골로 가지
나의 똘끼와 독기를 벌크업 시키는 프로틴
감 놔라 배 놔라, 이래라저래라
해라 마라, 하지 마라, 안 들린다는 말이다
Ganji 챙겨
I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji 챙겨
I got gratitude and attitude
강약중강약 ay
강약중강약 ay
밀당을 잘해야 ganji가 나요 okay
강약중강약 ay
강약중강약 ay
밀당을 잘해야 ganji가 나요
(Jessi!) Okay
Ps-sy 오빠 말했지, "한국말 좀 제대로 해"
난 걍 대답만 하고 내 맘대로 해
I ain't gotta try, it's just my 타고난 ganji (ooh!)
시집도 안 갔는데 look at my 반지
바-반짝하지 보통 사람보다 많이, 많이 yah
Only queen breezies with mimosas at the Mondrian
Nobody had my back
Look now that I'm back
You don't want no smoke though (smoke though)
Money bag, money bag, money bag, bitch
Make you break that bro code
Hu-hu-hunnid for the shows and the clothes
They tryna pay me (pay me)
Don't see eye to eye
You just some bitch tryna delay me (hey, bebe)
Hate me, hate me, I'm doper than the 80's (yah)
All these bitches tryna bite me
Like they got the rabies
어-어-엄마는 다 하랬지 just go, go, go
아빠는 다 하지 말래 I said no, no, no
I got my attitude and gratitude from my bros
You got a problem? Kiss my ass, ho 뽀뽀뽀
Ganji
Ganji 챙겨
I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji 챙겨
I got gratitude and attitude
강약중강약 ay
강약중강약 ay
밀당을 잘해야 ganji가 나요 okay
강약중강약 ay
강약중강약 ay
밀당을 잘해야 ganji가 나요 okay
The song Ganji by PSY ft. Jessi is a celebration of both gratitude and attitude. The word 'Ganji' is used repeatedly throughout the song and is a word in Korean that means 'take care' or 'watch out for'. The lyrics encourage listeners to take control of their lives and face challenges with confidence while being grateful for what they have.
The song begins with the phrase "정신 차려" which translates to "Wake up". This line encourages people to be present in the moment, to focus on their goals, and take action. There is a strong theme of empowerment throughout the song as both PSY and Jessi rap about their mental strength, perseverance, and self-confidence.
PSY's line, "음악 할 때만 king보다는 queen이지" means "When it comes to music, I am a queen, not a king". This line is a nod to Jessi who is known for being one of the most talented female rappers in Korea. The song features a mix of Korean and English rap verses, showcasing the artists' bilingual abilities.
Overall, the song Ganji is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to have a positive attitude and outlook towards life while also being mindful and grateful for what they have.
Line by Line Meaning
Ganji 챙겨
I have to take care of my gratitude and attitude
I got gratitude and attitude
I possess a sense of appreciation and a positive mindset
Pay attention and focus on your body
Be concentrated and aware of your physical sensations
Open yourself to the emotions, get rejuvenated, run ambitiously, and seize it tight
Feel the emotions deeply, get energized, run with vigor, and hold on tight to this moment
Everything is chewy, be calm and take it easy
Everything is manageable, stay composed, and don't stress out
I am more of a queen only when it comes to making music, not a king
I feel empowered while creating music more as a feminine figure than a masculine one
Folding the middle finger, straightening the index finger
Letting go of negative thoughts and bringing positive thoughts
I am the six-pack of mental toughness, make the drums beat along
I am strong-willed and motivated, making drums beat along the music
Instead of being envious of others, please
Instead of feeling jealous of others, please
Develop yourself to sweat barefoot
Improve yourself to the point where you become an expert in your field
Don't whine and blame others
Don't complain and hold others responsible
Please change your style
Please change your approach
You don't need to read the lyrics, just listen to the rap
You don't have to read the lyrics, just feel the rap music
Delivering deliveries without accident
Delivering packages without any mishaps
Pronounce the Korean lyrics correctly
Articulate the Korean lyrics accurately
I have a hobby of selling memories
I enjoy reminiscing about the past
The future of someone who is ignorant of the past goes completely wrong
Someone who doesn't learn from the past will make mistakes in the future
Bulk up my sharpness and venom
Strengthen my wit and sarcasm
Senseless nonsense, it doesn't make any sense if you don't hear it
Words without any meaning, it's pointless if you don't listen
Rhythm change yah
The rhythm of the music changes
To get Ganji, you need to play the push and pull
To possess a positive mindset, you must balance between giving and taking
Psy told me to speak Korean properly
Psy asked me to articulate Korean words appropriately
I just answer as I want to
I express my opinion as I see fit
I don't have to try, it comes naturally
I don't have to put in extra effort, I am naturally talented
I haven't even gotten married yet, look at my ring
I haven't even married, but I have an expensive ring
It shines more than an average person, yah
It shines more than an ordinary ring
Only queen breezies with mimosas at the Mondrian
Only successful and professional women gather at the elite Mondrian hotel to drink cocktails
I don't have anyone supporting me
I don't have anyone backing me up
Now people come to me for help
Now people rely on me for assistance
You don't want to confront me
You don't want to argue with me
I have money, bitch, break that unwritten rule
I have wealth, and I am willing to break traditional norms or principles with it
I get paid a $1000 for every show and outfit
I earn $1000 from every concert and outfit I wear
They try to hire me but we don't agree
They attempt to contract me, but we don't come to an agreement
You are just trying to interrupt me
You are merely attempting to derail me
All these women are copying me
All these women are imitating me
Like they have a rabies
Like they are infected with rabies
Mom told me to go, go, go
Mom encouraged me to pursue my dreams actively
Dad told me not to do it, but I said no, no, no.
Dad advised me against pursuing this, but I refused to listen
I have developed my positive mindset and appreciation from my brothers
My brothers encouraged me to develop my positive thoughts and appreciation
If you have any issues with me, kiss my ass
If you have any problems with me, confront me directly
To get Ganji, you need to play the push and pull
To possess a positive mindset, you must balance between giving and taking
Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jai Sang Park, Jessica Hyun Joo Ho, Keon Hyung Yoo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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GANJI"
(feat. Jessi)
[Romanized:]
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Jeongsin charyeo mome gak jaba
Feel bada tallyeokbada sinnage dallyeo kkwak butjaba
Da kkeomiji chimchakae take it easy
Eumak hal ttaeman kingbodaneun queeniji
Jeobeo gaundetsongarak
Jjwak pyeo eomjisongarak
Nan mentarui sikseupaek pungageul ullyeora ttanttara
Nam bureowohal sigane jebal
Maenbare ttamnadorok gaebal
Jingjinggeorigeona nam tat jom haji malgo
Aitem bakkwo jebal (jebal)
Jal deullineun raep gasa an bwado dwae
Baedal sago eomneun dillibeori
Hangungmallo raep bareum ttokbaro hae
Yeo munjawaro samatdi anihalse
Uh, doremipasollasi
Chwimineun chueok pari
Gwageoreul moreuneun ssagajiui miraeneun gollo gaji
Naui ttolkkiwa dokgireul beolkeueop sikineun peurotin
Gam nwara bae nwara iraerajeoraera
Haera mara haji mara an deullindaneun mal
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Gang yak junggang yak (Ayy) gang yak junggang yak (Ayy)
Mildangeul jalhaeya ganjiga nayo, okay
Gang yak junggang yak (Ayy) gang yak junggang yak (Ayy)
Mildangeul jalhaeya ganjiga nayo, okay
(Jessi!)
PSY oppa malhaetji hangungmal jom jedaero hae
Nan geunyang daedamman hago nae mamdaero hae
I ain't gotta try It's just my tagonan GANJI
Sijipdo an ganneunde Look at my banji
Banjjakaji botong saramboda mani mani Ya
Only queen breezies
With mimosas at the Mondrian
Nobody had my back
Look, now that I'm back now
You don't want no smoke though
Money bag money bag money bag, bitch!
Make you break that bro code
Hunnid for the shows and the clothes
They tryna pay me
Don't see eye to eye
You just some bitch tryna delay me
Hate me, hate me, I'm doper than the eighties
All these bitches tryna bite me
Like they got the rabies
Eommaneun da haraetji, just go, go, go
Appaneun da haji mallae, I said no, no, no
I got my attitude and gratitude from my bros
You got a problem? Kiss my ass, hoe, ppoppoppo
Ganji
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Ganji chaenggyeo
I got gratitude and attitude
Gang yak junggang yak (Ayy) gang yak junggang yak (Ayy)
Mildangeul jalhaeya ganjiga nayo, okay
Gang yak junggang yak (Ayy) gang yak junggang yak (Ayy)
Mildangeul jalhaeya ganjiIga nayo, okay
@babieblossom8844
Omg PSY and Jessi together is always power packed !!
@Aviel266
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@sunoosmint-choco2653
Yea 💜
@sunoosmint-choco2653
We stan🛐🛐🛐
@BIGBENBOMBNATION
Babie Bloossom I have just subscribed to you Friend
@nicolesong6199
when else have they been in the same place? aside from showterview
@personal_account_
언니 가슴에서 왜 카리스마가 느껴지는거예요..? 진짜... 최고예요 몸매 개오지고 지리네 진짜
@tiarajanelle3691
Jessie literally demolished her verse literally her best verse I’ve heard.I definitely see a amazing change in her lyrics she’s more lyrical now and I’m in love with it 😩
@nicoleraheem1195
She sounds like she was inspired by Nicki Minaj
@_tripalong
@@nicoleraheem1195 also her flow sounds a LOT like CL and i'm LIVING for it