The Hives are:
"Howlin" Pelle Almqvist (vocals)
Nicholaus "Arson" Almqvist (guitar)
Mikael "Vigilante Carlstroem" Karlsson (guitar)
Mattias "Dr. Matt Destruction" Bernvall (bass)
Christian "Chris Dangerous" Grahn (drums)
The band claims that their songs are written by an honorary "sixth Hive", Randy Fitzsimmons. Read Full BioThe Hives are a garage rock band from Fagersta, Sweden that emerged in the US and the UK in the early 2000s, but existed for nearly a decade before that, playing punk rock.
The Hives are:
"Howlin" Pelle Almqvist (vocals)
Nicholaus "Arson" Almqvist (guitar)
Mikael "Vigilante Carlstroem" Karlsson (guitar)
Mattias "Dr. Matt Destruction" Bernvall (bass)
Christian "Chris Dangerous" Grahn (drums)
The band claims that their songs are written by an honorary "sixth Hive", Randy Fitzsimmons. Since Nicholaus Almqvist can be found listed under the pseudonym Randy Fitzsimmons in the archives of STIM (the Swedish equivalent of the Performing Right Society) many believe Fitzsimmons is 'fictional'. (Nicholaus Almqvist vehemently denies this.) The band are also known for their energetic live performances, with Howlin' Pelle running around stage and saying outrageous things, and with everyone strictly dressed in black and white.
The Hives formed in 1993 (originally they wanted to call themselves 'The HIVs', but decided to change it slightly resulting in their current name) and released their debut recording, the EP Oh Lord! When? How? in 1996, followed by 1997's Barely Legal LP, and 1998's a.k.a. I.D.I.O.T. EP on the Swedish skate punk oriented record label Burning Heart Records.
Soon after, they began touring in the US and finally released their 2000 US breakthrough album, Veni Vidi Vicious; the album included the hit singles "Main Offender" and "Hate to Say I Told You So". Their UK breakthrough, Your New Favourite Band, a greatest-hits compilation, was released on the Poptones label in 2001. This was followed by extensive touring, as well as the re-release of previous recordings in the US.
Their next album, entitled Tyrannosaurus Hives and released on July 20 2004, was a slight departure from earlier releases. It has been described as a sound similar to what it might sound like if the band taught robots how to play their music, and then re-learned it from the robots to record, because of its rigid/rapid-fire arrangement, yet the band kept their distinctive blend of garage and punk influences. The album includes the hit singles Walk Idiot Walk, Two-Timing Touch And Broken Bones, and A Little More For Little You.
The Hives' next record, titled The Black and White Album, was released on October 15, 2007 (November 13 in the U.S.). The band said they've recorded 20 to 30 songs (including seven recorded with producer Pharrell Williams) for this album and are currently choosing the best. Other tracks have been produced by Jacknife Lee and Dennis Herring. Sessions were held with Timbaland, with whom the band produced the song Throw It On Me, but took place too late for any of the resultant tracks to make the record. They hope to use these songs as b-sides, although Throw It On Me was released as a single on Timbaland's album Shock Value.
The Go Right Ahead Songfacts reports news detailing Swedish rock group, The Hives’, fifth studio album Lex Hives was announced on March 12, 2012. The record is composed of twelve self-produced tracks, with a deluxe version containing bonus songs produced by Josh Homme.
Hate To Say I Told You So
The Hives Lyrics
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Because I want to
Be ignored by the stiff and the bored because I'm gonna
Spit and retrieve 'cause I give and receive
Because I want to
Gonna get through your head
What the mystery man said because I'm gonna
Hate to say I told you so, alright
Come on
I do believe I told you so
Now it's all out and you knew
'Cause I wanted to
Turn my back on the rot
That's been planning the plot because I'm gonna
No need for me to wait because I wanna
No need two, three, too late because I'm gonna
Hate to say I told you so, alright
Come on
I do believe I told you so
Do what I please gonna spread the disease
Because I want to
Gonna call all the shots
For the no's and the not's because I wanna
Yeah
Ask me once I'll answer twice
'Cause all I know I'll tell because I wanna
Sound device and lots of ice I'll spell my name out loud
Because I want to
Oh yeah
The Hives’s song “Hate To Say I Told You So” from their 2000 album “Veni Vidi Vicious” expresses a rebellious attitude that challenges the mainstream. The lyrics, “Do what I want ‘cause I can,” establish an independent mindset that refuses to follow the norm. The song advocates for individualism and freedom, as the lyrics imply that the singer will not conform to societal expectations. The phrase “Because I’m gonna” reinforces this idea, suggesting a sense of determination and purpose.
The second verse takes a more critical tone towards those who dismiss the singer, specifically “the stiff and the bored” who are too caught up in their own routine to acknowledge the individuality of others. The line “Turn my back on the rot/ That’s been planning the plot” may be referring broadly to the establishment and its insidious agenda, or more specifically to those in power who restrict the freedom of the singer’s generation. The lyrics “Ask me once I’ll answer twice/ ‘Cause all I know I’ll tell” further emphasize the singer’s boldness and defiance, suggesting that they are not afraid to voice their opinions, no matter how unpopular.
“Hate To Say I Told You So” was released in several countries around the world and had moderate success on the international charts. The song has been featured in several movies, TV shows, and video games, including Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4 and Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock. The Hives performed the song on several late-night talk shows, including Late Show with David Letterman and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Line by Line Meaning
Do what I want 'cause I can and if I don't
I am going to do everything I want to do because I have control over my life.
Because I want to
I will not answer to anyone because my actions are based on my desires.
Be ignored by the stiff and the bored because I'm gonna
I don't care if the rigid and uninterested pay no attention to me because I will continue living without their approval.
Spit and retrieve 'cause I give and receive
I will speak my mind and accept the consequences, good or bad.
Because I want to
I make my own choices for my own reasons.
Gonna get through your head
I will make sure you understand what I am saying.
What the mystery man said because I'm gonna
I am going to tell you what the enigmatic figure meant.
Hate to say I told you so, alright
I am not happy to be proven right, as it may cause disappointment or frustration for the other person.
Come on
Encouragement for the listener to understand the meaning behind the words.
I do believe I told you so
I am confident that I previously communicated these thoughts to you.
Now it's all out and you knew
You were aware of what was coming, and now the truth is revealed.
'Cause I wanted to
I acted the way I did because it was my personal preference.
Turn my back on the rot
I refuse to participate in something that is corrupt or harmful.
That's been planning the plot because I'm gonna
I will intervene in the plan because it goes against my principles.
No need for me to wait because I wanna
I am impatient and will act upon my desires immediately.
No need two, three, too late because I'm gonna
I won't be dissuaded by the notion of being too late to act on something.
Do what I please gonna spread the disease
I will do what I want and it may negatively affect others.
Because I want to
My actions only serve my own interests and desires.
Gonna call all the shots
I am the one who will make all the decisions.
For the no's and the not's because I wanna
I don't care about the opinions of those who are against me or those who are indifferent.
Ask me once I'll answer twice
If you ask me a question, I will give you a straightforward answer without hesitation.
'Cause all I know I'll tell because I wanna
I will disclose everything I know if it is in my best interest to do so.
Sound device and lots of ice I'll spell my name out loud
I will make my presence and identity known, possibly with flashy and extravagant means.
Because I want to
I will do what I want regardless of any consequences.
Oh yeah
Confirmation of the speaker's confidence in their abilities and desires.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Randy Fitzsimmons
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Lyrics.
Do what I want 'cause I can and if I don't
Because I wanna
Be ignored by the stiff and the bored
Because I'm gonna
Spit and retrieve cause I give and receive
Because I wanna
Gonna get through your head what the mystery man said
Because I'm gonna
[Chorus]
Hate to say I told you so
Alright, come on
Do believe I told you so...
[Verse 2]
Now it's all out and you knew
Cause I wanted to
Turn my back on the rot that's been planning the plot
Because I'm gonna
No need for me to wait
Because I wanna
No need two, three too late
Because I'm gonna
[Chorus]
Hate to say I told you so
Alright, come on
Do believe I told you so...
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Verse 3]
Do what I please, gonna spread the disease
Because I wanna
Gonna call all the shots for the "No"s and the "Not"s
Because I wanna
Yeah!
[Outro]
Ask me once I'll answer twice cause what I know I'll tell
Because I wanna!
Sound device and lots of ice I'll spell my name out loud
Because I wanna!
Oh yeah
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Instrumental Intro]
[verse 1]
Do what I want 'cause I can and if I don't
Because I wanna
Be ignored by the stiff and the bored
Because I'm gonna
Spit and retrieve cause I give and receive
Because I wanna
Gonna get through your head what the mystery man said
Because I'm gonna
[Chorus]
Hate to say I told you so
Alright, come on
Do believe I told you so...
[Verse 2]
Now it's all out and you knew
Cause I wanted to
Turn my back on the rot that's been planning the plot
Because I'm gonna
No need for me to wait
Because I wanna
No need two, three too late
Because I'm gonna
[Chorus]
Hate to say I told you so
Alright, come on
Do believe I told you so...
[Instrumental Bridge]
[Verse 3]
Do what I please, gonna spread the disease
Because I wanna
Gonna call all the shots for the "No"s and the "Not"s
Because I wanna
YEAH!
[Outro]
Ask me once I'll answer twice cause what I know I'll tell
Because I wanna!
Sound device and lots of ice I'll spell my name out loud
Because I wanna!
Oh yeah!
Rodrigo Andres Cachaca Quispe
11 years later, this song is...
- INVINCIBLE -
João Pedro de Macedo Freitas
Title Card Blood spills
Fabricio G
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Shadow-Man
21
Arct
20
POO POO
18
Hiram Mendoza
It was a nice surprise to hear this song on Invincible. I hope more people enjoy the song as much as I did in its time.
Rui
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Tynan Duguid
That's why I'm here
Randy the Astonishing
I nearly lost it when this song came on. Perfect song to end the season