Lyric
Don't Mean Much
Kingo, DinoJr.
Performing on stages that I have dreamed of
From Shimokitz to Shinjuku to Shibuya
Finally getting recognition that I worked for
Strangers buying me liquor, shit I don’t know ya
Signing these pages, rolling the dice again
Old school like Sean Price, “departing but sending”
My fate is your fate, you know we all gon’ make it
Groove undeniable you better stop pretending
Features on features you know I’ll teach you all creatures
Become a preacher of the vanguard’s dominating procedure
And the fresh flows’ giving the best glow
I’ve reached the plateau, you know this is the vibe you on
Representing the Shinjuku underground scene
From the playlists, radio, to the worldwide scene
Fiend of the mic, and I’m the act of the night
Watch the spotlight, ignite the fire, in the twilight
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you, no
“All the mentions on the ‘gram don’t mean much”
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you, no
“Features that I get, don’t mean much”
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you, no
“All the mentions on the ‘gram don’t mean much”
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you, no
“You better stop playing right now”
足りないもんばっか嘆いたり
Talking bout my aspiration, shit taking
あなたの気引く手がかり
Ayo, what can I say? 首もたげて
はじまりを俯瞰する鳥
Nah, ain’t no problem なんら気にしない
あなたがいないなら意味がない
フェーダー押し上げる 脳裏
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
(Yeah, don’t mean much hey, don’t mean much hey, come on)
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
(Yeah, don’t mean much, don’t mean much)
It ain’t shit if you ain’t hitting me back
Years later with that stacks on stacks
Couple of bills after a gig, can’t pay the rent just yet
Facing reality, but still chasing my dreams so yes
I could be hallucinated by the industry
And we just couple of kids, choosing foolishness, but
If I have a blast through this path I’m on
That’s what I came to do, so baby hold on a minute and sing
はみ出しものには 燃え上がる花束を!
ヘラヘラしてたら It's over
歌い続けるなら 疑いを捨てるなよ
鵜呑みにしてたら It's over
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you
“All the mentions on the ‘gram don’t mean much”
But it ain’t shit if I ain’t got you
“Features that I get, don’t mean much”
足りないもんばっか嘆いたり
Talking bout my aspiration, shit taking
あなたの気引く手がかり
Ayo, what can I say? 首もたげて
はじまりを俯瞰する鳥
Nah, ain’t no problem なんら気にしない
あなたがいないなら意味がない
フェーダー押し上げる 脳裏
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
Don’t, don’t don’t, don’t mean much
Couple of kids with no clue
But we both know the truth
Know I’m always making moves
But it’s all just for you
Couple of kids with no clue
But we both know the truth
Know I’m always making moves
But it’s all just for you
- Lyricist
Kingo, DinoJr.
- Composer
Kingo, DinoJr.
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Always Around
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Bilingual rapper Kingo, who is fluent in two languages (English and Japanese) and will be performing at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL 2023 in the "ROOKIE A GO-GO" slot, has completed his memorable first EP "Bandages".
The album is a compilation of songs that Kingo has been making since 2022, and is a culmination of his turbulent days, including his street live performances, working with music producers he met for the first time, and his appearance at Fuji Rock.
The title "Bandages" means "bandage" in English, and Kingo says, "For me, making music is a healing process. Making the songs on this EP was like putting a bandage on a wound I had. Starting with M5 "Always Around," the songs on this EP are songs that reflect his own diverse life experiences and the career he has built up as an artist today.
Artist Profile
Kingo
Japanese Hip-hop/Soul artist Kingo, crafts his music as the vehicle to explore his diverse life experiences, and desire for personal growth - using his meditative nature as the driving force in his pursuit of self-actualisation. Although he was born in Japan, Kingo spent the majority of his formative years in post-war Cambodia, and the United States - leading to a distinctly international perspective, and a form of expression that is uniquely his own. Kingo marries his personal, intimate lyrics with a razor-sharp flow that is characteristic of his dynamic, exhilarating sound. He illustrates his versatility by seamlessly alternating between English and Japanese - artisan-ally evoking a sense of familiarity in the listener as he invites them into his world. Dropping his guard and opening up, he hopes of reaching those facing life's challenges with his music. Kingo aims to soften the soul - sparking important heart - to - hearts that lead to a shared sense of companionship, mindfulness, and a renewed spirit to persevere through difficult times.
Kingoの他のリリース
DinoJr.
1991年、千葉県生まれのシンガーソングライター。 台湾人と日本人の血を引く。 全ての曲の作詞作曲、アレンジ、DAWでのトラックメイクを行う。 アンダーグラウンドのブラックミュージックセッションに通うことで得たうねる日本語のグルーヴ、アカデミックさと子供のような無邪気さが同居した安易に他に迎合しないオルタナティブなサウンドメイク、シュールで散文めいた独特なワードセンス、そして音源からは想像もつかないアグレッシブなライブパフォーマンスが特徴。都内を中心に活動中。
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