1st Generation K-pop (The Golden Age)

DJ DOC – DOC와 춤을 (Dance with DOC, 1997) | The Ultimate Party Anthem of 90s K-pop

DOC와 함께 춤을 (Dance with DOC) – DJ DOC

🌟 Introduction

In 1997, DJ DOC released “DOC와 춤을 (Dance with DOC)” — and it instantly became the soundtrack of every party, festival, and school event in Korea.
With its infectious beat, playful lyrics, and carefree spirit, this track represents the fun, rebellious side of 90s K-pop culture.

While most first-generation idols focused on clean-cut choreography, DJ DOC brought raw energy and humor that resonated with the youth.


👥 Artist & Song Background

  • DJ DOC debuted in 1994 as a hip-hop trio under Universal Music Korea.
  • Members: Lee Ha-neul (이하늘) – leader/rapper, Kim Chang-yeol (김창렬) – vocalist/rapper, Jung Jae-yong (정재용) – vocalist/rapper.
  • Known for their satirical lyrics, high-energy performances, and comedic style, they stood apart from typical idol groups.

DOC와 춤을 is their signature song, often considered the unofficial party anthem of the late 90s.


📖 M/V & Lyrics

젓가락질 잘해야만 밥을 먹나요
잘못해도 서툴러도 밥 잘 먹어요
그러나 주위 사람
내가 밥 먹을 때 한 마디씩 하죠
(너 밥상에 불만 있냐)

옆집 아저씨와 밥을 먹었지
그 아저씨 내 젓가락질 보고 뭐라 그래
하지만 난 이게 좋아 편해 밥만 잘 먹지
나는 나예요 상관 말아요요요

청바지 입고서 회사에 가도
깔끔하기만 하면 괜찮을텐데
여름 교복이 반바지라면
깔끔하고 시원해 괜찮을텐데

사람들 눈 의식하지 말아요
즐기면서 살아갈 수 있어요
내 개성에 사는 이 세상이에요
자신을 만들어봐요

춤을 추고 싶을 때는 춤을 춰요
할아버지 할머니도 춤을 춰요
그깟 나이 무슨 상관이에요
다 같이 춤을 춰봐요 이렇게

뒤통수가 이뻐야만 빡빡 미나요
나는 뒤통수가 안이뻐도 빡빡 밀어요
그러나 주위 사람
내 머리를 보며 한마디씩 하죠
(너 사회에 불만있나)

옆집 아저씨 빤짝 대머리
옆머리로 속알머리 감추려고 애써요
억지로 빗어넘긴 머리 약한 모습이에요
감추지 마요 빡빡 밀어요요요

청바지 입고서 회사에 가도
깔끔하기만 하면 괜찮을텐데
여름 교복이 반바지라면
깔끔하고 시원해 괜찮을텐데

사람들 눈 의식하지 말아요
즐기면서 살아갈 수 있어요
내 개성에 사는 이 세상이에요
자신을 만들어 봐요

노래하고 싶을 때는 노래해요
할아버지 할머니도 노래해요
그깟 나이 무슨 상관이에요
다 같이 노래해봐요 이렇게
Do you really have to use chopsticks perfectly
to be able to eat?
Even if I’m clumsy, even if I’m awkward,
I can still eat just fine.
But when I eat,
people around me always say something:
(“Are you unhappy with your meal or something?”)

I once had a meal with the man next door.
He saw the way I held my chopsticks
and had something to say.
But I like it this way — it’s comfortable.
As long as I eat well, what’s the problem?
I am who I am, so don’t meddle in my life.

Even if I wear jeans to the office,
as long as I look neat, it should be fine.
If summer school uniforms were shorts,
as long as they’re clean and cool, it should be fine.

Don’t be so conscious of other people’s eyes.
You can live life while enjoying it.
This world is for living in your own style —
go ahead and create yourself.

If you want to dance, then dance!
Grandpas and grandmas can dance too.
Who cares about age?
Let’s all dance together, like this.

Do you have to have a pretty back of your head
to shave your head bald?
Even though mine’s not pretty,
I shave it all off.
But people around me
see my head and say something:
(“Are you rebelling against society or what?”)

The man next door
tries so hard to hide his bald spot
by combing over the sides.
But forcing it looks weaker.
Don’t hide it — just shave it all off!

Even if I wear jeans to the office,
as long as I look neat, it should be fine.
If summer school uniforms were shorts,
as long as they’re clean and cool, it should be fine.

Don’t be so conscious of other people’s eyes.
You can live life while enjoying it.
This world is for living in your own style —
go ahead and create yourself.

If you want to sing, then sing!
Grandpas and grandmas can sing too.
Who cares about age?
Let’s all sing together, like this.

The lyrics invite everyone to dance, break free, and enjoy the moment together.


🌍 Why It Matters

  • DOC와 춤을 became one of the most iconic festival songs of 90s K-pop.
  • It showcased a hip-hop/party style that contrasted sharply with idol group choreography.
  • The song helped normalize rap and humor within mainstream K-pop, paving the way for future groups to experiment with tone.

🎤 Fun Facts

  • The group often performed the song while interacting with the crowd, not doing synchronized dance.
  • DJ DOC were known as trendsetters in fashion with oversized streetwear and bold styles.
  • This song is still frequently played at Korean sports events, MTs, and parties.

DOC와 춤을 captured the carefree, high-energy spirit of youth in 90s Korea.
While idols sang and danced in sync, DJ DOC made everyone jump, laugh, and party together.

👉 Have you ever danced to DOC와 춤을 at a party or festival?
Share your experience in the comments!

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