Originated from a surf rock group called the Crossfires, the Turtles delved into many genres such as breezy pop, psychedelic music, and folk rock. A precursor to the bubblegum pop of the late 60s and early 70s as well as a foil to the more self-consciously hip and "serious" acts of the era, the Turtles produced at least a dozen memorable, radio-friendly chart singles. Yet they remain best known for 1967's "Happy Together", which was their only chart-topping single.
The Turtles wound down their career in 1970.
The two prominent singers - Howard Kaylan ("Eddie") and Mark Volman ("Flo" a.k.a. "Phlorescent Leech") - collaborated with Frank Zappa for a short but very intensive period of one and a half years (between 1970-72) and were the cornerstone of what was known to be the Zappa "Vaudeville" band; two of the most famous achievements of that period being the albums Fillmore East – June 1971 and 200 Motels, the soundtrack of the film by the same name.
Airplane
The Turtles Lyrics
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철없을 적 내 기억 속에
비행기 타고가요
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아가겠죠
어려서 꿈 꾸었던 비행기 타고
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못 해요
내 생각 말할 수는 없어요
모든 준비 다 끝났어 곱게 차려 입고 나선
하늘 위로 나는 순간이야 조금은 두려워도
애써 내색 할 수는 없어 이번이 처음이지만
전에 자주 비행 했었잖아 친구들과
말썽쟁이 거북이 비행기로 올라 타 준비 됐나
수많은 사람들 속을 지나쳐 마지막 게이트야
나도 모르게 안절부절 하고 있어 이럴 때는 침착해 좀 자연스럽게
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아 가겠죠
어려서 꿈꾸었던 비행기 타고
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못해요
내 생각을 말할 수는 없어요
비행기를 타고 가던 너
따라 가고 싶어 울었던
철없을적 내 기억 속에 비행기 타고가요
Yes Fly
다들 아무 일도 없는 듯 하늘을 나는데 아무 걱정 없는 듯
왠지 철딱서니 없었나 문득 이런 내 모습 촌스러워 입다문 듯
쳐다보지 말아요 다들 처음 탈 때 이러지 않았나요
딴 데 봐요 신경 쓰지 마요 나 혼자 이런 게 나 좋아요
어떤 느낌일까 정말 새들처럼 나는 기분
세상 모든 것이 점처럼 보여지겠지
개구쟁이 거북이 비행기도 드디어 출발한다
수많은 사람들 속을 지나쳐 마지막 게이트야
나도 모르게 안절부절하고있어 이럴 땐 침착해 좀 자연스럽게
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아가겠죠
어려서 꿈꾸었던 비행기 타고
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못 해요
내 생각 말할 수는 없어요
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아가겠죠
어려서 꿈꾸었던 비행기 타고
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못 해요
내 생각을 말할 수는 없어요
비행기를 타고 가던 너 따라가고 싶어 울었던 철없을
적 내 기억 속에 비행기 타고가요
The Turtles' song "Airplane" is about the excitement and trepidation of flying on an airplane. The lyrics speak about a memory from childhood, where they dreamed of flying on an airplane, and finally, the time has come to take that journey. The song describes the preparation for the journey, the nervousness during takeoff, and the feeling of being in the sky. The lyrics also describe the desire to follow someone who is already on the plane, which suggests that the song may not be entirely literal, and it's possible that the airplane represents a metaphor for a new adventure, whether it be a physical journey, new love, or a life change.
The song has a powerful sense of nostalgia and longing, which is reflected in the repeated line "철없을 적 내 기억 속에 비행기 타고가요" (In my memories of being naive, I fly on an airplane). The sense of being naive, innocent, and free is captured in the image of flying, which speaks to the universal desires of humankind -- to explore new horizons, to leave behind what is familiar and embrace the unknown.
The melody of "Airplane" is simple and upbeat, which reflects the joy and excitement of the lyrics. The song is catchy and has a sing-along quality, which contributed to its success in Korea. Overall, "Airplane" is a beautiful song that captures the awe and wonder of flying, while also tapping into the nostalgia and longing that we all feel when we think back to simpler times.
Line by Line Meaning
철없을 적 내 기억 속에
In my memories of being naive and inexperienced
비행기 타고가요
I'm flying on an airplane
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아가겠죠
Soaring above the blue sky
어려서 꿈 꾸었던 비행기 타고
As a child, dreaming of flying on airplanes
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못 해요
Speechless while waiting
내 생각 말할 수는 없어요
I cannot express my thoughts
모든 준비 다 끝났어 곱게 차려 입고 나선
All the preparations are done, dressed nicely
바깥 풍경마저 들뜬 기분 때가 왔어
Excitement about the outside scenery has arrived
하늘 위로 나는 순간이야 조금은 두려워도
It's the moment of taking off into the sky, even though it's a bit scary
애써 내색 할 수는 없어 이번이 처음이지만
I can't show it, even though this is my first time
전에 자주 비행 했었잖아 친구들과
I used to fly frequently with my friends
말썽쟁이 거북이 비행기로 올라 타 준비 됐나
Is the troublemaking turtle ready to board the airplane?
수많은 사람들 속을 지나쳐 마지막 게이트야
Passing through a crowd of people, it's the last gate
나도 모르게 안절부절 하고 있어 이럴 때는 침착해 좀 자연스럽게
Unconsciously, I'm nervous. I need to be calm and natural in times like this
Yes Fly
Yes, let's fly
다들 아무 일도 없는 듯 하늘을 나는데 아무 걱정 없는 듯
Everyone seems carefree, flying in the sky without worries
왠지 철딱서니 없었나 문득 이런 내 모습 촌스러워 입다문 듯
Somehow, I feel old-fashioned and out of place. It feels like I'm wearing traditional clothes
쳐다보지 말아요 다들 처음 탈 때 이러지 않았나요
Don't look at me like that. Didn't we all act like this on our first flight?
딴 데 봐요 신경 쓰지 마요 나 혼자 이런 게 나 좋아요
Look somewhere else, don't pay attention to me. I like being like this on my own
어떤 느낌일까 정말 새들처럼 나는 기분
What kind of feeling is this? I feel like a bird
세상 모든 것이 점처럼 보여지겠지
I bet everything in the world looks like dots from up here
개구쟁이 거북이 비행기도 드디어 출발한다
The mischievous turtle airplane finally departs
비행기를 타고 가던 너 따라 가고 싶어 울었던
I cried and longed to follow you when you were flying away
철없을적 내 기억 속에 비행기 타고가요
In my memories of being naive and inexperienced, I fly on an airplane
파란 하늘 위로 훨훨 날아가겠죠
Soaring above the blue sky
어려서 꿈꾸었던 비행기 타고
As a child, dreaming of flying on airplanes
기다리는 동안 아무 말도 못 해요
Speechless while waiting
내 생각 말할 수는 없어요
I cannot express my thoughts
Contributed by Lillian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@joltedsouls3454
rest in peace turtleman. you fly high in the sky now for 15 years. your positivity radiates through the earth still.
@nathysonlinediary4612
I can't explain how I feel now that I finally found the song I always hear and dance to when I was little.. Good old days..
@hellobitter-sweetdays6923
than you thank you the subtitles, after many years I can finally know what it means. It always makes me happy when I listen to it <3
@ericvarca4992
I lived in S. KOREA during this time!
@vinazakiyah7650
finally i found this song ,i listen about 12 years ago since i work with korean people
@Roy_N
Thanks for upload and the Eng subtitles 🙏
<Fans from Hong Kong>
@anskotans
I've been looking for this for 3 years
@elsa47590
Gracias x los subtítulos ⭐👍
Saludos 🇵🇪🙂
@user-jh5to7fr2w
크...나는 kpop보다
이런 한국 옛날 노래가 좋다...
@yellowinspirit4681
Hi dear.. More Turtle song lyrics plaease..😍