Reykjavík Grapevine - 06.12.2019, Page 23

Album
Stream ‘Minn almáttugur’ on Spotify.
GDMA—the duo of Gabríel Werner
Gu!mundsson and Dagur Snær Elís-
son—serve up eclectic, inspiring hip-
hop, perfect for parties or long drives
through the winter snow. To learn
more, we sat down with the artists
to chat about their newest album,
‘Minn almáttugur,’ track by track.
‘Minn almáttugur’ (‘My Al-
mighty’) is about not giving a
damn what the haters say and
always believing in yourself. If
our music can influence younger
fans and we can deliver some
message to them with a good
vibe, then our goal is achieved.
Dínamít (‘TNT’):
Our main mission here is to show
our haters that we don’t care. The
concept of ‘Minn Almáttugar’ is be-
ing different and most of our songs
are very unalike. Some people like
it, others don’t. People will always
hate if you’re doing better than
them. It’s always fun to hear people
talking negatively about the things/
music you are making because then
you know they are watching and
listening. Keep doing you, baby!
Breyta mér (‘Change Me’):
Don’t trust anyone who tries to
change you. You are who you are
and you should know your own val-
ue. Don’t be a people pleaser and
take pride in your personality. If
people can’t take you as you are,
move on. They are not worth your
time.
Peninga (‘Money’):
“Peninga” is about how we are fo-
cused more on working hard than
on partying every weekend. It’s
no secret that we like money, and
sometimes you have to sacrifice
nights out with friends to follow
your dreams.
Seint eftir 12 (‘Late After
Twelve’):
This song is about the balance be-
tween our lives and music criti-
cism. We know that people will talk
behind our backs but sometimes
things can change those who hate
into those who love.
Gleyma )ér (‘Forget About
You’):
History. The past. Yesterday. If the
past hurts, if there are events that
have affected you emotionally, deal
with them and move forward! You
don’t heal by staying in the past. It
may take time, but so be it.
Ég veit )ú veist (‘I Know
You Know’):
Sometimes it’s ok to get lost and
not know what path you’re taking
in life. Not feeling enough, feeling
down—depression and anxiety
should not be taboo. It’s ok to talk
about your emotions. It doesn’t
make you weak!
It’s up to you to define the hook
and the bridge. It could be talking
about God, your ex-girl/boyfriend,
or even yourself. It never seems to
have the same meaning twice. It
depends on how you’re feeling each
time you listen to it.
Skiptir ekki máli (‘Does
Not Matter’):
It doesn’t matter where you’re
from, who you are, or where you
are going, this song reminds you to
take care of yourself. Put yourself
first, keep your head held high, and
don’t lose yourself in doubt. Suc-
cess does not happen overnight. It’s
like a rollercoaster of emotions. Be
yourself always and forever!
Kominn me$ nóg (“I Have
Had Enough’):
The song was added as a little spice.
It’s a good party song with a nice
drop. The lyrics are a bit silly—it’s
about how we want this girl to leave
us alone because we are not inter-
ested in flirting with her. We like
the vibe of it.
Music 23The Reykjavík GrapevineIssue 21— 2019
TRACK BY TRACK
‘Minn almáttu#ur’
by GDMA
Forget the haters and find your success
Words: Hannah Jane Cohen Photo: Nicola Lamburov
"The song could be
talking about God, your
ex-girl/boyfriend, or
even yourself"
gpv.is/music
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