Yello was originally formed by Boris Blank and Carlos Perón in the late 1970s. Dieter Meier, a millionaire playboy with a very versatile career, was brought in when the two founders realised that they needed a singer. Meier and Blank joined forces in 1979 to release a single called I.T. Splash. The LP Solid Pleasure, featuring the hit dance single Bostich, was released the following year. It wasn't until 1983 that Yello received substantial media attention, with the release of I Love You and Lost Again. Peron left the band in 1983 to start a solo career.
Yello takes great pride in their original sound, which is mainly characterised by weird samples, a heavy reliance on rhythm and Dieter Meier's dark voice. Every track on a Yello album has been created by the band from scratch.
Sounds have been created using synths, samplers and effects by Boris Blank.
Yello rarely uses samples from previously released music; nearly every instrument has been sampled and engineered by Boris Blank, who over the years has built up an original sample library of over 100,000 named and categorized sounds.
The music is composed by Boris Blank, who considers himself a percussionist. When the tracks are mostly finished, Dieter Meier adds the vocal parts when fitting.
The Race
Yello Lyrics
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Count on me; I'm gonna win the race.
Count on me; I'm gonna win the race.
Room-dah-bee-boom, the whippering dong.
Room-dah-bee-boom, the whippering dong.
Now shut the door; keep down to south.
Shut the door; keep down to south.
Not any track is turning, but the race is in my head.
I'm attacking the illusion, but the stopping drives me mad.
Time is running out, and the illusion fades away.
Time is running out; another day is on its way.
Another sun was shining, and he knew he wasn't great.
He didn't ever talk about; he knew he couldn't wait.
Are you ever gonna push me? Let me run and let me do.
I need it, and I'm ready, and I haven't got a clue.
Not any track is turning, but the race is in my head.
I'm attacking the illusion, but the stopping drives me mad.
Fire away!
This is the race!
Why?
Burn!
Shout!
Lies!
Give me the race!
Another sun was shining, and he knew he wasn't great.
He didn't ever talk about; he knew he couldn't wait.
I need this race!
Are you ever gonna push me? Let me run and let me do.
I need it, and I'm ready, and I haven't got a clue.
Any track is turning, but the race is in my head.
I'm attacking the illusion, but the stopping drives me mad.
Fire away!
Time is running out, and the illusion fades away.
Time is running out; another day is on its way.
This is the race!
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen,
This is Billy McKloski from Palm Springs reporting for NBC Sports of
America.
Twenty seconds to the start of the thirty-first formula race, on a hot,
Sunny afternoon, here in California.
On the fast lane of the street I'm driving.
Sometimes, somewhere, I'm arriving
Every day and every night.
Why?
I need this race!
Count on me; I'm gonna win the race.
Count on me; I'm gonna win the race.
Room-dah-bee-boom, the whippering dong.
Room-dah-bee-boom, the whippering dong.
Shut the door; keep down to south.
Shut the door; keep down to south.
Shut the door; keep down to south.
Race in my head!
The lyrics to "The Race" by Yello express an intense desire to win and succeed, likening life to a race with a fast-paced energy that resonates with the racing theme of the song. The repetition of "count on me, I'm gonna win the race" reveals a confidence and determination to succeed. The mention of a "whippering dong" adds an element of chaos to the lyrics, possibly referring to a chaotic or frenzied mental state.
The lines "not any track is turning, but the race is in my head" and "I'm attacking the illusion, but the stopping drives me mad" suggest that the race is a metaphor for the challenges in life and the struggle to overcome them. The idea that the race is in their head implies that their greatest obstacle is their own mind, and the reference to attacking an illusion further reinforces this idea.
The lyrics also express a sense of urgency, with the repeated mention of time running out and the need to push forward. Amidst the chaos and urgency, there is a sense of determination and drive to succeed, with the repeated statement of needing the race.
Overall, "The Race" by Yello reflects a sense of determination, chaos, and urgency towards the quest for success and overcoming obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
Shout! (Shout!)
The singer is revving up the excitement and energy for the upcoming race.
Count on me; I'm gonna win the race.
The singer is confidently expressing his dedication to winning the race.
Room-dah-bee-boom, the whippering dong.
The onomatopoeic sounds add to the energetic atmosphere of the song without carrying any significant meaning.
Now shut the door; keep down to south.
The singer is focusing on getting in the right mindset and staying grounded before the race.
Not any track is turning, but the race is in my head.
The singer is emphasizing that winning the race starts with a strong mental attitude and visualization of success.
I'm attacking the illusion, but the stopping drives me mad.
The singer is struggling to mentally let go of any obstacles or doubts that may hinder him during the race.
Time is running out, and the illusion fades away.
The singer is acknowledging that the deadline for the race is approaching and anything that may have seemed like a delay or distraction is gradually losing importance.
Another sun was shining, and he knew he wasn't great.
The singer describes a situation where he was not feeling confident.
He didn't ever talk about; he knew he couldn't wait.
Despite not feeling his best, the singer remains driven and focused, without wasting energy discussing his doubts.
Are you ever gonna push me? Let me run and let me do.
The singer is requesting support from his team, asking them to give him space, time and resources to perform his best.
I need it, and I'm ready, and I haven't got a clue.
Despite being confident and driven, the singer is admitting that the race outcome is not entirely predictable and some factors may be beyond his control.
Fire away!
The singer is excited and motivated, urging himself (as well as his team and fans) to give everything they've got.
This is the race!
The singer is reiterating that the moment has come, and the race is about to start.
Any track is turning, but the race is in my head.
The singer repeats this line to remind the listener about the importance of a strong, confident mindset in winning the race.
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen,
This is Billy McKloski from Palm Springs reporting for NBC Sports of
America.
Twenty seconds to the start of the thirty-first formula race, on a hot,
Sunny afternoon, here in California.
This is an excerpt from a sports commentator's reporting of the race, setting the scene for the music video.
On the fast lane of the street I'm driving.
Sometimes, somewhere, I'm arriving
Every day and every night.
The singer is describing his dedication to driving fast and pushing himself to the limit every day and night.
Why?
I need this race!
This exchange of lyrics emphasizes the singer's passion and drive, indicating that winning the race is not just a goal, but a deep personal desire.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BORIS BLANK, DIETER MEIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zekeedwards9708
You cant make a jazz, dance,rap pop song
Yello: hold my toblerone
@simonregan471
Also featuring a light-hearted comedic music video featuring footage of real car crashes.
@skiing43degreesnorth
It's the Swiss Army Knife of songs
@ConstantlyDamaged
Generally, you just dump all the genres and call it "crossover".
See modern bands like Kontrust for other examples of such delightfully blended genres.
@ospero7681
Okay, but I bet you can't incorporate Hawaiian-style slide guitar into that song.
Yello: hold my fondue
@vincentcarrot
@@skiing43degreesnorth The most accurate comment on YT.
@mikrosound
what style of music u make?
Yello: yes
@user-gz1bd9dl2l
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@a8vdeluxe
Yah Gute, Alle ist Klar, Das Musik ist Super. Genau! Genau!
@crickettmoon7082
Best answer EVER!