Niels Brandt (lead singer), Jacob Bech-Hansen (synth), Mikkel Bech-Hansen (keys) and Asger Wissing (bass) have known each other since kindergarten at Lindevangskolen in Frederiksberg. Anders Folke Larsen (guitar) and Louis Clausen (drums) joined the group of friends in their early teens. In April 2012, the six met in a kitchen on Smallegade, and at the invitation of Niels Brandt, they decided to form a band. The group's name was inspired by Brandt's listening to KLF's track Justified and Ancient, in which 'Make mine a "99"' is rapped during the track, which he misheard as Minds of 99.
The band won at the 2015 Årets Steppeulv for Song of the Year ("Det er Knud som er død"), as well as at the 2015 Carl Prisen for both Talent of the Year and Best Rock Songwriters of the Year. The band has received multiple nominations as well at both Danish Music Awards (Danish Group of the Year, Best New Danish Act, Best Rock Publication), GAFFA-prisen (Best New Danish Act, Best Rock Publication), and Zulu Awards (Best New Danish Act).
The Minds of 99 were the opening act at Roskilde Festival 2015. The concert was named as the best opener of the festival in years by various media outlets. In addition, they have had sold-out concerts at the largest arenas in Denmark, Ceres Arena (Aarhus, 2019), Royal Arena (Copenhagen, 2019), and Parken (Copenhagen, 2021)
Albums:
The Minds of 99 (May 2014)
Liber (October 2015)
Solkongen (October 2017)
Infinity Action (January 2022)
Ud af min krop
The Minds of 99 Lyrics
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Der minder lidt om lagene i den vane, som jeg har
Mig og mine venner laver natterøveri
Mig og dem jeg kender, vi er tomme indeni
Jeg samler lidt på tanker om en gylden mellemvej
Hvor alt ligger i rammer og du deler dem med mig
Åh hvem der blot kan leve let og altid være i leg
(Woah-hå-åh)
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
Mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
(Åhh-åh-åh-åh)
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
Og mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
Sig mig, kan du li′ det, kan du li' den tanke hva′?
Sig mig, kan du li' det, kan du li' det liv, vi har?
Sig mig vil du med mig ud i lavahorisont?
Hvor palmedrømme brænder, men vi har det ekstra skønt
Jeg samler lidt på tanker om en gylden mellemvej
Jeg stamper lidt på tanker om en gylden mellemvej
(Ja-jaerh)
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
Mens jeg lever, skal jeg ud af min krop
(Åhh-åh-åh-åh)
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
Og mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
(Hå-åh hå-åh hå-åh hå-åh)
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
Ja mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
The opening line of The Minds of 99's "Ud af min krop" translates to "All these days resemble smoke in a spiral." The singer reflects on their monotonous routine, which they liken to the layers of a habit they've formed. They then confess to partaking in "nighttime robbery" with their friends, but still feel empty inside. The singer collects thoughts about finding a "golden middle way," seeking balance and harmony in their life. They yearn to live freely and lightly ("always be in play"), but they also feel the pressure to conform to societal norms.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I need to get out of my body while I'm alive." This could be interpreted as a desire to escape one's physical existence, to push beyond the limits of their flesh vessel, or to break away from the limitations and expectations of their current identity. The singer wonders if their listener can relate to this desire, and longs for companionship on their journey to explore new horizons. The chorus emphasizes that this quest to transcend the self must happen while they are still alive, underscoring the fleeting nature of existence.
Overall, "Ud af min krop" expresses a desire for freedom, self-discovery, and the courage to break away from societal norms. The song's message can be interpreted as a call to embrace one's individuality and carve out one's own path, even if it means leaving behind what is familiar and comfortable.
Line by Line Meaning
Alle disse dage ligner røg i en spiral
Every day seems like a blur, repeating just like smoke in a spiral
Der minder lidt om lagene i den vane, som jeg har
It's a habit that reminds me of the same layers each day
Mig og mine venner laver natterøveri
Me and my friends engage in nighttime exploits
Mig og dem jeg kender, vi er tomme indeni
Me and those I know feel empty inside
Jeg samler lidt på tanker om en gylden mellemvej
I collect thoughts of a golden middle ground
Hvor alt ligger i rammer og du deler dem med mig
Where everything is confined but you share it with me
Åh hvem der blot kan leve let og altid være i leg
Oh, who can live easily and always be playful
Jeg stamper lidt på tanker om en gylden mellemvej
I ponder more on the idea of a golden middle ground
(Woah-hå-åh)
Lyrics without specific meaning
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
I need to break free from my physical body while I'm still alive
Mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
As long as I'm alive, I must escape from my body
(Åhh-åh-åh-åh)
Lyrics without specific meaning
Sig mig, kan du li′ det, kan du li' den tanke hva′?
Tell me, do you like it, do you like that idea?
Sig mig, kan du li' det, kan du li' det liv, vi har?
Tell me, do you like it, do you like the life we live?
Sig mig vil du med mig ud i lavahorisont?
Tell me, do you want to join me in the lava horizon?
Hvor palmedrømme brænder, men vi har det ekstra skønt
Where palm tree dreams burn, but we feel extra wonderful
(Ja-jaerh)
Lyrics without specific meaning
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
I need to break free from my physical body while I'm still alive
Mens jeg lever, skal jeg ud af min krop
As long as I'm alive, I must escape from my body
(Åhh-åh-åh-åh)
Lyrics without specific meaning
(Hå-åh hå-åh hå-åh hå-åh)
Lyrics without specific meaning
Jeg skal ud af min krop, mens jeg lever
I need to break free from my physical body while I'm still alive
Ja mens jeg lever, må jeg ud af min krop
Yes, while I'm alive, I must escape from my body
Writer(s): Hans Philip Sery Lagui, Niels Brandt, Louis Barnholdt Clausen, Asger Wissing, Jacob Holde Bech, Anders Folke Larsen, Mikkel Bech-hansen
Contributed by Daniel D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@plantemor
the lyrics are also very hard to translate into english because they play around with Danish sayings and phrasings that are very poetic in Danish - but in English they sound almost ridiculous xD
Example:
I'm collecting a few thoughts about a golden middle way
Where everybody walk within frames and you are sharing it with me
Oh if only you could live a bit and always be playing
I'm collecting a few thoughts about a golden middle way where
I must leave my body
while I'm alive
While I'm alive
I must leave my body
Haha. It's very poetic and meaningful in Danish. In English it is nonsensical when you translate it directly xD
@thealternativeideas3586
I've just 'discovered' this band a few days ago via Instagram. I'm from Poland and obviously do not understand the lyrics but I got obssessed with their songs. Danish in singing sounds cool. I'd compare them to Joy Division, The Drums and maybe a French group called Phoenix if I may. I am fascinated, want to exploremore music from Scandinavian countires. Ah and the frontman... looks spectacular 😊
@plantemor
the lyrics are also very hard to translate into english because they play around with Danish sayings and phrasings that are very poetic in Danish - but in English they sound almost ridiculous xD
Example:
I'm collecting a few thoughts about a golden middle way
Where everybody walk within frames and you are sharing it with me
Oh if only you could live a bit and always be playing
I'm collecting a few thoughts about a golden middle way where
I must leave my body
while I'm alive
While I'm alive
I must leave my body
Haha. It's very poetic and meaningful in Danish. In English it is nonsensical when you translate it directly xD
@thealternativeideas3586
Thanks for translating. Well, poetry is to be understood by heart regardless of what in language it is written. I think I get what they mean 🙂
@peterrasmussen6171
Toppen af poppen
@philipborlin
JAG SKA UT UR MIN KROPP! MEDANS JAG LEVER!!! I had the pleasure of seeing you guys live at Nalen. Best concert of my life
@MrJeppe313
Den bedste sang på dansk jeg har hørt i MEGET lang tid
@JonZis2023
I er en kategori for jer selv !! fantastisk !!!!!
@OnkelKim
Centrum i dansk musik for tiden. Bedste jeg har hørt siden tidlig TV-2.
@thomashviid6226
Det er sgu smukt og tidsløst drenge. Jeg glæder mig til at se jer på Skraaen senere i år. I formår at gøre for dansk rock/pop, hvad Benal gør for dansk hiphop. Hold det genialt og originalt. I gir lyst til at opleve musik...
@maxmixfan1
De er sååå pissegoe ;. Thomas <<<