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COUP D’ETAT is a captivating track within the trap genre, distinguished by its deep, resonant sub-bass that exudes a dark and weighty atmosphere. The intricate hi-hat touches, slicing through the rhythm with precision, add a dynamic and edgy texture to the song. Complementing these elements is a catchy, repetitive melody that effortlessly hooks listeners, making the track undeniably addictive and memorable.

This song became a trending topic on South Korean search engines after President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law. The title comes from a French term that refers to efforts by the military or government to overthrow political leaders in power.

Song Credits

  • Artist: G-Dragon
  • Album: COUP D’ETAT
  • Released: September 2, 2013
  • Length: 2:58
  • Label: YG Entertaiment
  • Writer: G-Dragon
  • Composer: G-Dragon, Diplo, Baauer

G-Dragon “COUP D’ETAT” Official MV

G-Dragon “COUP D’ETAT” Lyrics

Hangul

[Intro: Gil Scott-Heron]
People
The revolution will not be televised
The revolution is in your mind
The revolution is here!

[Chorus]
This is my coup d’état
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑 (Woo)
Hands up-up, get high, high
노래 시작한다, 내가 술래다

[Verse 1]
꼭꼭 숨어. 머리카락 보일라
난 아버님 댁 놓아드린 새 보일러 ([?])
그래 이건 스포일러, I’m so fly, 무서워 에프킬라
여자들의 가슴 훔치는 고릴라
뱅 뱅 뱅, 난 이빨로 돈을 벌어
내 노래 한 번에 넌 회사에서 손을 털어도 돼
이 게임에 난 타 to the 짜
너는 사 to the 짜, 절대 모르니까 fame

[Chorus]
This is my coup d’état (Oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑 (Woo)
Hands up-up, get high, high
노래 시작한다, 내가 술래다
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[Verse 2]
시-시-시간이 돈이라면 난 상당히 빈곤
1년 365일 홍길동 신공
내 폰은 계속 울어대 갓난 애 마냥
내 폰은 계속 짖 어대 옆집 개 마냥
바우 와우 와우 이삐 요 이삐 예
자뻑에 허세 甲 아주 뻔뻔해
I’m so fresh, so clean, 세탁소랑 경쟁해
And my flow so sick, 중환자실 연행해 (What?)

[Chorus]
This is my coup d’état (Oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑 (Woo)
Hands up-up, get high, high
노래 시작한다, 내가 술래다

[Bridge]
Let’s go
머리 어깨 무릎 발 swag check, mic check
하나 둘 셋넷 난 MC 먹는 팩맨 (Woo)
머리 어깨 무릎 발 swag check, mic check
하나 둘 셋넷 이건 복음 아멘
Ayy, you want some? You want some more? It’s not enough
(평범해지는 것이 내 유일한 금칙)
Ayy, give me some, give some more, alright y’all
(어쭙잖은 남자들은 따라 하기 금지)

[Chorus]
This is my coup d’état (Oh)
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑 (Woo)
Hands up-up, get high, high
노래 시작한다, 내가 술래다
This is my coup d’état
입에서 입으로 도는 부메랑
Hands up, get high
노래 시작한다, 내가 술래다

Romanized

People the revolution will not be televised
The revolution is in your mind
The revolution is here!

This is my coup d’e tat
Ibeseo ibeuro doneun bumerang
Hands up get high
Norae sijakhanda naega sullaeda

Kkokkkok sumeo meorikarak boilla
Nan abeonim daek nohadeurin sae boilleo
Geurae igeon seupoilleo i’m so fly museowo ‘f’ killa
Yeojadeurui gaseum humchineun gorilla
Bang bang bang nan ippallo doneul beoreo
Nae norae hanbeone neon hoesaeseo soneul teoreo
Do dwae i game e nan ta to the jja
Neoneun sa to the jja jeoldae moreunikka fame

This is my coup d’e tat
Ibeseo ibeuro doneun bumerang
Hand’s up get high
Norae sijakhanda naega sullaeda

Sigani doniramyeon nan sangdanghi bingon
1nyeon365il honggildong singong
Nae poneun gyesok ureodae gatnan ae manyang
Nae poneun gyesok jijeodae yeopjip gae manyang
Bow wow wow yeppie-yo-yeppie-ye
Jappeoge heose gap aju ppeonppeonhae
I’m so fresh so clean setaksorang gyeongjaenghae
And my flow so sick junghwanjasil yeonhaenghae what
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This is my coup d’e tat
Ibeseo ibeuro doneun bumerang
Hand’s up get high
Norae sijakhanda naega sullaeda

Meori, eokkae, mureup,bal swag check mic check
Hana, dul, set, net nan mc meongneun paek-maen
Meori, eokkae, mureup, bal swag check mic check
Hana, dul, set, net igeon bogeum amen
Ay you want some, you want some more it’s not enough
(pyeongbeomhaejineun geosi nae yuilhan geumchik)
Ay give me some, give some more alright y’all
(eojupjanheun namjadeureun ttara hagi geumji)

This is my coup d’e tat
Ibeseo ibeuro doneun bumerang
Hand’s up get high
Norae sijakhanda naega sullaeda

This is my coup d’e tat
Ibeseo ibeuro doneun bumerang
Hand’s up get high
Norae sijakhanda norae kkeutnatda

Translation

[Intro]
People
The revolution will not be televised
The revolution is in your mind
The revolution is here

[Chorus]
This is my Coup D’e Tat
Boomerang going from mouth to mouth
Hand’s up get high
The song starts I’m the tagger

[Verse 1]
Hide more tightly, I can see your hair
I’m a new boiler in your dad’s house
Yeah this is a spoiler
I’m so fly
I’m scary F-Killer
Gorilla that steals girls’ hearts

[Verse 2]
Bang bang bang
I earn money with my teeth
With my one song
You can get robbed at the company
In this GAME I am the hood to the winker
You are lo to the ser
You’ll never know
FAME
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[Chorus]
This is my Coup D’e Tat
Boomerang going from mouth to mouth
Hand’s up get high
The song starts I’m the tagger

[Verse 3]
If time is money I’m so poor
1 year, 365 days, Hong Kildong, god’s grace
My phone keeps on ringing
Like a new born child
My phone keeps on barking
Like that dog next door

[Verse 4]
Bow wow wow, yeppie-yo-yeppie-ye
I’m the best at self-admiration and being cocky
I’m shameless
I’m so fresh so clean
I compete with the laundry house
And my flow so sick
Keeps on going to the intensive care unit
WHAT

[Chorus]
This is my Coup D’e Tat
Boomerang going from mouth to mouth
Hand’s up get high
The song starts I’m the tagger

[Verse 5]
Head shoulder knees and toes
Swag check mic check
One two three four
I’m Pacman who eats MC
Head shoulder knees and toes
Swag check mic check
One two three four
This is a gospel AMEN

[Bridge]
Ay you want some
You want some more It’s not enough
Ay give me some
Give me some more alright y’all

[Chorus]
This is my Coup D’e Tat
Boomerang going from mouth to mouth
Hand’s up get high
The song starts I’m the tagger

[Refrain]
This is my Coup D’e Tat
Boomerang going from mouth to mouth
Hand’s up get high
The song starts I’m the tagger

G-Dragon “COUP D’ETAT” Meaning

The term “coup d’état” (French) for “blow of state”, alludes to the overthrow of a government. In G-Dragon’s context, the revolution is not political but artistic. His lyrics describe a “coup d’état” of the music industry, a rebellion against conformity and stagnation. The phrase “boomerang going from mouth to mouth” metaphorically captures how his music spreads, influencing listeners and cementing his role as a trailblazer in the industry. G-Dragon sees his work as a continuous effort to push boundaries, a sentiment echoed in his own words: “I want to continuously instigate, whatever it may be.”

g-dragon coup detat

The revolution G-Dragon speaks of is fundamentally internal, reflecting a mental and creative transformation. The lyrics declare, “The revolution is in your mind,” emphasizing that change begins from within. This is vividly portrayed in the video’s surreal and symbolic visuals. The absence of tangible, physical settings—cosmic skies, rooms in darkness—creates a dreamlike atmosphere, signifying a journey through G-Dragon’s psyche. Even his wardrobe reinforces this internal struggle; while his suit undergoes subtle variations, the lack of drastic costume changes contrasts with his usual style, symbolizing introspection and focus.

This revolution is also a rebellion against his past self, a metaphorical overthrow of the “government” of his previous artistic identity. In the ever-changing world of music, G-Dragon recognizes the necessity of evolution to stay relevant and impactful. Just as he steps out of the conventional “K-pop box,” Coup d’État challenges the norms of both the industry and his own artistry, marking a moment of continual reinvention and a call to revolutionize not just the music, but the mindset of its audience.

Source: Naver, Daum