In 1990, Coomes, Weiss, and Brad Pedinov formed the band Motorgoat. The band released two self-released cassettes and one 7" single before dissolving in 1993. Quasi started recording as a duo in 1993. They played with various additional musicians in early live appearances, but eventually settled on playing live as a duo as well. They self-recorded and self-released a cassette and a CD in 1993. They recorded R&B Transmogrification in the Portland band Pond's basement recording studio and released it on Up Records in 1997. They released two more albums with Up: Featuring "Birds" in 1998 and Field Studies in 1999; both albums were recorded at Jackpot Studios in Portland, Oregon.
In 1998 and 1999 they toured the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Japan opening for and serving as the backup band for Elliott Smith (who Coomes had played with in Heatmiser) as well as touring on their own in the U.S. and Europe. In 2001 They home-recorded The Sword of God and released it on Touch & Go. Quasi had been somewhat political since its inception, but their opposition to the 2003 Invasion of Iraq showed through in a straight-forward way with the release of Hot Shit! in 2003, particularly in the songs "White Devil's Dream" and "Master and Dog." When the Going Gets Dark followed in 2006, released on Touch & Go in the U.S. and Domino Records in Europe, as with Hot Shit!.
In Spring 2009, the band announced that they had signed to the Kill Rock Stars label, and were due to release their already recorded next album in the latter half of the year. That album, entitled American Gong, was released February 23, 2010 to generally favorable reviews. It was their first and only album to feature third member Joanna Bolme. Following a tour of Japan, Europe, and the United States in support of the full length, Bolme left the band. A duo again, Sam and Janet are recording material for a new album.
Intro
Quasi Lyrics
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DRAGON LIVE ON (NIGGA) DRAGON
LIVE ON DRAGON SAY IT WITH ME
DRAGON LIVE ON DRAGON LIVE ON
SAY IT WITH ME DRAGON LIVE ON
OHHHHH
It is difficult to interpret the lyrics of Quasi's song "Intro" as they are devoid of any explicit meaning or context. However, the lyrics seem to imply a sort of repetition or chant-like quality with the phrase "Dragon Live On" being repeated multiple times. The use of the word "nigga" could also suggest a sense of defiance or rebellion. The slightly menacing tone of the lyrics could also suggest a sort of warning to those who may be listening. Alternatively, the repeated phrase could also be seen as a way to build up hype or energy for the rest of the song or album.
Overall, the lyrics of "Intro" are somewhat enigmatic and open to interpretation. Without additional context or information about the song, it is difficult to say for certain what the meaning behind the repeated phrase is.
Line by Line Meaning
DRAGON LIVE ON SAY IT WITH ME
Let us express and affirm our belief in the existence of the powerful, mythical creature known as the dragon.
DRAGON LIVE ON (NIGGA) DRAGON
The dragon remains formidable and enduring, as it always has.
LIVE ON DRAGON SAY IT WITH ME
Let us continue to acknowledge and appreciate the dragon's greatness.
DRAGON LIVE ON DRAGON LIVE ON
The dragon perseveres and will continue to do so.
SAY IT WITH ME DRAGON LIVE ON
Join me in acknowledging and honoring the enduring strength of the dragon.
OHHHHH
An exclamation of awe or admiration for the dragon's power and majesty.
Contributed by Charlotte S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.