Shu-bi-duas formation was as a tongue-in-cheek act, rewriting beat and in particular rock´n´roll classics with danish lyrics using college humour and satire. Already on the first album - they combined this with original material - often writing in pastiche. Their sound developed from rock in the early 70s - to pop in the 80s and into entertainment (or dansktop) in later years - but often using and intermixing styles from bossanova and reggae over rockabilly to synthpop to underline their humour. Their lyrics have kept up the satirical tone throughout the years and although they have shied away from the direct political blurbs and kept up a fun and games attitude - they have nevertheless described danish middle class society, its beliefs and desires - often to devastating effects. As such they have been a noteworthy inspiration for danish lyrics in pop rock and also for the wit and satire of later bands like MC Einar, Ibens and Det Brune Punktum.
To date Shubidua's discography is getting close to 30 albums (18 studioalbums). They have had many hits in Denmark like Vuffeli-vov, Hvalborg, Står på en Alpetop, Stærk Tobak (to the music from The Beatles song Twist and Shout), Familien kom til Kaffe, Sex Chikane, We wanna be free, and many more -all of whom have classical status as golden oldies. They reached maximum sales and accolade with the albums between 1978-1982.
The group formed in 1973 in Copenhagen by vocalist Bundesen, Jens Tage Nielsen and members of the rock group Passport : (guitarists Michael Hardinger and Poul Meyendorff, the drummer Bosse Hall Christensen, and bass guitarist Niels Grønbech). Passport, released the single Tomorrow/Everything's Wrong in early 1973. Shu-bi-dua released the single Fed Rock/Tynd Blues which became a hit single. After the release of one more Passport single with new members Bundesen and Nielsen, called Change of the Guard/Highway of Living, the serious english project was dropped, and the band continued as Shu-bi-dua,
In 1974 they released their first self-titled album Shu-bi-dua. After the first album, Poul Meyendorf left the group and was replaced by Claus Asmussen, who was technician on the first.
Since then the group has had numerous changes in its lineup. Kim Daugaard replaced Niels Grønbech in 1977, Willy Pedersen replaced Jens Tage Nielsen, and Kasper Winding replaced Bosse Hall Christensen in 1981. In 1984 Michael Bundesen left the group to lead the Copenhagen TV network "Kanal 2", and simultaneously Kasper Winding left to be replaced by Paul Callaby. In 1987 Jørgen Thorup was made a permanent member in the group when Willy Pedersen left. Thorup had been singing backup vocals since Shu-bi-dua 11 in 1985. In 1987 Michael Bundesen returned as lead singer, while Søren Jacobsen also joined the band. In 1988 Peter Andersen replaced Paul Callaby as drummer, and shortly thereafter Søren Jacobsen left the band again. After having made the film Den røde tråd in 1989, they went on a sabbatical until their return in 1992 with the hit single Sexchikane. In the intervening years their back catalog was rereleased on CD in 1990, and in 1991 a Best Of album by the name Stærk Tobak was released. In connection to this they played live in front of 50,000 people on Bellevue Strand. In 1997 Michael Hardinger left the band after 24 years. He was replaced by Ole Kibsgaard, and in 2001 Jørgen Thorup left the band to be replaced by Jacob Christoffersen. In 2003 their 30th anniversary was celebrated with a 10-CD set called Shu-bi-dua 200 (each CD had 20 songs). In 2005 Claus Asmussen left Shu-bi-dua having been the only original continuous member in the group's 30-year history.
Nam Nam
Shu-bi-dua Lyrics
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Combifreaks og tissekoner.
Går rundt og smiler,
og er vilde.
Er grebet af den nye dille.
Nam nam,
nam nam,
hiv og sving,
Nam bør danses med en partner.
Musikken er den gamle gartner.
Og 1, 2, 3 så går det løs,
hop op på ryggen af din tøs!
Nam nam,
nam nam,
hiv og sving,
tingeling.
Nam nam.
Og når du først har fået det lært,
så er det ikke særlig svært!
1, 2, 3 så går det løs,
Hop op på ryggen af din tøs,
nam nam!
Nam nam,
hiv og sving,
tingeling,
nam nam.
Nam gør huden hård på låret,
nam kan danses hele året.
1, 2, 3 så går det løs,
hop op på ryggen af din tøs.
Nam nam,
nam nam,
hiv og sving,
tingeling,
nam nam.
Nam nam,
nam nam,
hiv og sving,
tingeling,
nam nam!
The lyrics to Shu-bi-dua's song Nam Nam are a fun and upbeat celebration of the joys of dancing and letting loose. The song begins by describing a group of people who are happy and wild, swept up in a new craze or fad. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Nam nam" several times, encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and dance with a partner.
As the song progresses, the lyrics offer more specific instructions for how to dance to Nam. The music is described as being provided by an old gardener, and the dance involves hopping onto your partner's back and moving to the beat. Despite the physical exertion that the dance requires, the lyrics suggest that Nam can toughen the skin on your thighs and is suitable for dancing all year round.
Overall, the lyrics to Nam Nam are a celebration of carefree joy and the power of music and dance to bring people together. The song encourages listeners to let go of their worries, connect with others, and have fun on the dance floor.
Line by Line Meaning
Folk med store vandmeloner,
Refers to people carrying large watermelons, as a symbol of indulgence and pleasure-seeking.
Combifreaks og tissekoner.
Describes people engaging in various unconventional behavior, including fetishism.
Går rundt og smiler,
Indicates that these people are happy and content in their indulgent behavior.
og er vilde.
Implies that these people are wild and uninhibited in their actions.
Er grebet af den nye dille.
Suggests that these people are caught up in a new trend or craze that emphasizes hedonism.
Nam nam,
A playful expression used to describe something delicious or enjoyable.
nam nam,
Repeats the previous expression for emphasis.
hiv og sving,
Suggests an energetic and enthusiastic dance, involving lots of movement.
tingeling, nam nam.
A catchy and repeated refrain for the song, meant to keep the audience engaged.
Nam bør danses med en partner.
Advises that the dance should be done with a partner.
Musikken er den gamle gartner.
Refers to the music being played, which is described as being old-fashioned or traditional.
Og 1, 2, 3 så går det løs,
Indicates the start of the dance, with a countdown used to build anticipation.
hop op på ryggen af din tøs!
Describes a playful move in the dance, where one partner jumps onto the other's back.
Nam gør huden hård på låret,
Describes how the dance can toughen up one's skin on the thigh, drawing a humorous comparison between physical exertion and physical conditioning.
nam kan danses hele året.
Suggests that the dance can be done at any time of year, implying that it is always in season.
Nam nam,
Repeats the same playful expression used throughout the song.
nam nam,
Repeats the expression for emphasis.
hiv og sving,
Repeats the same description of the dance moves used earlier in the song.
tingeling,
Breaks the previous pattern and removes the final 'nam nam' from the refrain, indicating a brief pause or interlude before the song's conclusion.
nam nam!
The final repetition of the song's refrain, bringing it to a satisfying and memorable close.
Contributed by Dominic G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cafu8012
..here we go;-)
Nam Nam...
@steffenolesen3032
Nogle der stadig hører dette fantastiske nummer i 2021?
@andreasfromdk3597
Jada
@johnnyslagelse
åååhhh ja, skønt nummer
@danandersen813
ja
@klausantitheistbolvig8372
Så glad for at være vokset op med deres geniale tekster og tag ikke fejl dygtige musikere . Wow
@u.s.1747
Første kærlighed, med dit album.
@nulle.k
Det så fedt!
@malfunctioning7084
Rest in peace 🇩🇰
@olivergornstein9281
Så sjovt