Two videos on YouTube released in Autumn 2018, "Yuve Yuve Yu - 28 September" and "Wolf Totem - 16 November", had together garnered over 100 million views by November 2020. On 11 April 2019, "Wolf Totem" reached No. 1 on Billboard's Hard Rock Digital Song Sales, making The Hu the first Mongolian musical act to top a Billboard chart. In addition, "Yuve Yuve Yu" reached No. 7 on the same chart while "Wolf Totem" debuted at No. 22 on Billboard's Hot Rock Songs chart.[1]
On 17 May 2019, The Hu met Mongolian President Khaltmaagiin Battulga, who congratulated the band for their accomplishments in promoting the country.[6]
On 6 June 2019, the band released the lyric video for their third single "Shoog Shoog".[7] In June and July 2019, they performed twenty-three concerts in twelve European countries. The band released the music video for their fourth single "The Great Chinggis Khaan" on 23 August 2019.[8]
The Hu released its first album on 13 September 2019. The album's title is The Gereg,[9] which is the term used for a diplomatic passport from the time of Genghis Khan. The Gereg was internationally released under Eleven Seven Records.[10] The band embarked on their first North American tour from September 2019 through December 2019. On October 4, the band released a new version of "Yuve Yuve Yu", featuring new vocals by Danny Case of From Ashes to New.[11] In November, their song "Black Thunder"/"Sugaan Essena" was featured in the video game Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.[12] On 13 December, the band released a remix of "Wolf Totem", featuring Papa Roach lead vocalist Jacoby Shaddix.[13] This version will be featured in the upcoming horror film The Retaliators.[14] On 1 May 2020, a remix of "Song of Women" featuring Lzzy Hale of Halestorm was released online.[15]
On 27 November 2019, The Hu were awarded the highest state award for Mongolia, the Order of Genghis Khan, for promoting Mongolian culture around the world.[16]
On 28 June 2020, The Hu uploaded their COVID-19 relief effort fundraising concert on YouTube. In an interview before the concert, the band stated they plan to release their second album in 2021.
The Gereg
The Hu Lyrics
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Flying with a vital message
Keeping trust with the highest confidence
Presenting it loyally on bended knee
A warrior with a Gereg
Blinding the rising sun with the moon
Outriding the mountains and steppes
A living world of Chinggis Khaan
A warrior with a Gereg
A warrior with a Gereg
Hearken be feared
Hearken and revere
Hearken be knelt
Hearken the will of the Great Khaan
Riding in the taiga with a heart of a wolf
Flying in the heaven with speed of a falcon
Wayfaring with the will of the Khaans
The living will of the blue heaven
A warrior with a Gereg
Fearless warrior and a Tengrist
Envoy of the undisputed Mongols
Bearing messages on bended knee
The living word of the King of kings
A warrior with a Gereg
Hearken be feared
Hearken and revere
Hearken be knelt
Hearken the will of the Great Khaan
The Hu's song "The Gereg" is an ode to traditional Mongolian culture and the legacy of Genghis Khan, the legendary warrior and conqueror who founded the Mongol Empire. The song paints a vivid portrait of a warrior riding with a golden Gereg, a symbolic talisman worn by Mongol leaders that represented their authority and power. The warrior is flying with a vital message, entrusted with a message of great importance and loyalty to share. He presents it on bended knee, showing reverence for his commanders and the greater good.
The song describes the warrior as one who blinds the rising sun with the moon, out-riding mountains and steppes, bearing the will of the eternal Tengri (the supreme Mongolian deity) and the living world of Chinggis Khan. He is a fearless envoy, carrying messages of importance on his journey. The importance of the message is illustrated through the song's chorus, which calls on others to hearken, fear, revere, and kneel to the will of the Great Khan.
The lyrics further describe the warrior as having the heart of a wolf and the speed of a falcon, wayfaring with the will of the Khans and serving as the living will of the blue heaven. Throughout the song, the theme of loyalty to the Khan and to Mongolian traditions is clear, as reflected in the warrior's willingness to bear messages, endure challenges, and take risks to protect and advance his culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Riding with a golden Gereg
Traveling with the protection of the ceremonial Gereg, a talismanic Golden plate, which embodies the eternal power of Tengri.
Flying with a vital message
Traveling at high speed with a message of great importance.
Keeping trust with the highest confidence
Being fully committed to the task and entrusted with the highest level of confidence.
Presenting it loyally on bended knee
Delivering the message with loyalty and respect, even to the point of kneeling before the recipient.
A warrior with a Gereg
A fighter who has received the blessing of the Gereg, an emblem of power and protection.
Blinding the rising sun with the moon
Overcoming great obstacles and challenges on the journey, like eclipsing the power of the rising sun with the moon.
Outriding the mountains and steppes
Crossing the vast terrain of mountains and plains with speed and endurance.
Bearer of the will of the eternal Tengri
Carrying the will and wishes of the eternal god Tengri, the supreme divine being of the Mongolian pantheon.
A living world of Chinggis Khaan
Representing the living legacy of Chinggis Khaan, the legendary founder of the Mongol Empire.
Hearken be feared
Listening to the message with a sense of awe and respect.
Hearken and revere
Attending to the message with admiration, honor, and respect.
Hearken be knelt
Listening to the message with deep humility and reverence, like kneeling in front of a superior.
Hearken the will of the Great Khaan
Acknowledging and following the commands of the Great Khaan, the ruler and leader of the Mongol Empire.
Riding in the taiga with a heart of a wolf
Traveling through the vast forested expanses of the taiga with the instincts and courage of a wolf.
Flying in the heaven with speed of a falcon
Moving through the skies with the swiftness and grace of a falcon, a symbol of power and freedom.
Wayfaring with the will of the Khaans
Journeying with the determination and spirit of the Mongol Khans, the descendants of Chinggis Khaan.
The living will of the blue heaven
Carrying out the divine will and mission of Tengri, the ruler of the blue heaven, which represents the supreme spiritual realm.
Fearless warrior and a Tengrist
A courageous fighter who adheres to the traditional Tengrism beliefs and practices of the ancient Mongols.
Envoy of the undisputed Mongols
A messenger who represents the unbeatable and supreme power of the Mongol Empire.
Bearing messages on bended knee
Delivering important messages with the utmost respect and humility.
The living word of the King of kings
Speaking on behalf of the highest authority and ruler of the Mongol Empire, the Great Khaan, who is considered a divine figure.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DASHDONDOG BAYARMAGNAI, ENKHSAIKHAN BATJARGAL, GALBADRAKH TSENDBAATAR, NYAMJANTSAN GALSANJAMTS, TEMUULEN NARANBAATAR
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Gereg"
[English translation:]
Riding with a golden Gereg
Flying with a vital message
Keeping trust with the highest confidence
Presenting it loyally on bended knee
A warrior with a Gereg
Blinding the rising sun with the moon
Outriding the mountains and steppes
Bearer of the will of the eternal Tengri
A living world of Chinggis Khaan
A warrior with a Gereg
A warrior with a Gereg
Hearken be feared
Hearken and revere
Hearken be knelt
Hearken the will of the Great Khaan
Riding in the taiga with a heart of a wolf
Flying in the heaven with speed of a falcon
Wayfaring with the will of the Khaans
The living will of the blue heaven
A warrior with a Gereg
Fearless warrior and a Tengrist
Envoy of the undisputed Mongols
Bearing messages on bended knee
The living word of the King of kings
A warrior with a Gereg
Hearken be feared
Hearken and revere
Hearken be knelt
Hearken the will of the Great Khaan
From AZ lyrics
Reason to Live Adventures
Listening to the Hu inspired me to look into teaching English in Mongolia. Now I’m in the interview process for a position there.
Avaiyak Brower
I like how they are already
Reason to Live Adventures
The desire to teach there is still in me. Unfortunately, the tumor in my head is refusing to stop growing. I wanted to teach in Mongolia first, then China. Back in 2013 there were more jobs available there than in Mongolia. So I taught in Wuxi, China first. I should have followed my heart because the Canadian principle of the school and I did not like each other. He was a pencil pusher and was not.😎
Sanci Mr.
Good luck man, i hope you would be there, i'm mongolian and as mine there is still needed english to study, all the teenagers want to study english with national speakers, teachers
Reason to Live Adventures
I just finished another cycle of chemo. So I am still here in Virginia. I’m working on my YouTube channel right now. Once treatment is over I may go to Taiwan, and work at a friend’s English school,for a while.
Bogdan NSU
nice 1, mate, keep us posted !!!
Carole Bryant
I ordered this CD. I love this!!! Greetings from a 73 yr old Nebraskan! You guys cross the age barrier,( although there really is none for good rock!) Keep it up, HU, you're a breath of fresh air!😀
Railgap Esoterica
You are absolutely right! We were blessed to have The Hu turn up in Denver just a month or two after I first discovered them on Youtube. At the show, there were four generations, and every single different sub-genre of music fans you could wish for: metal-heads, goths, rockabilly folks, rivet-heads, punks, gypsy / hippie / traveler sorts... good music, ancient music, appeals to all music lovers. waves
TheSporehacker
This is why I still respect my elders
Jonna Ortega
Lol I'm 63