The group's publicity mainly focuses on the fact that they write the majority of their own songs and three of the band members also play their own instruments.
In 2000, they achieved their two number one singles in the UK; a cover of a-ha’s 1985 single “Take On Me” and “Same Old Brand New You”.
After they released their third album "Make It Good", Paul Marazzi left the band for personal reasons and the group subsequently split.
In August 2009, it was announced that a1 had reunited (without Paul) for a series of reunion shows in Norway to celebrate their ten-year anniversary.
Their first single after the hiatus, Take You Home, was released in November 2009 and is the official single for Norwegian Red Nose Day 2009 and is a charity song for Save The Children.
a1 participated in the Norwegian finals of the Eurovision Song Contest 2010 with the song Don't Wanna Lose You Again, written by Ben Adams, Mark Read, Christian Ingebrigtsen and David Eriksen, and took 2.place in the national final.
Ben Adams participated in the Norwegian version of Strictly come dancing / Dancing with the stars / Let`s dance "Skal vi danse" on TV2 fall 2012. He ended on 2 place beaten by Norwegian singer/songwriter/ producer Hanne Sørvaag
Their first new album after the hiatus, Waiting For Daylight was released october 2010.
a1 released Rediscovered November 2012.
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A1 is also the name of rapper who is known for releasing a mixtape called 'Thrash & Groove'
A1 and producer WooStaar Collaborate to bring you THRASH & GROOVE! the Mixtape. With Rap vocals provided by A1 over remixed versions of popular dance tracks, THRASH & GROOVE! Features music from artists such as MGMT, Santigold, Chromeo, Holy Ghost!, The Crystal Method and Madonna. Mixed and Mastered by WooStaar, this 6 song production is just a taste of the quality music to come from A1 and WooStaar in the future.
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A-1 is also another rapper who recently released a mixtape entitled "Afterschool Special"
Caught In The Middle
A1 Lyrics
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A puzzle made of pieces you can't find,
And for me you never really had the time, I was blind.
And everything that you meant to me,
Is written in the pages of my history,
But it's over now as far as I can see, suddenly
Things are so different now you're gone,
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
Moving on she brings me brighter days,
Thoughts of you are in my mind always,
Like a memory that I can't erase, it's here to stay.
Things are so different now you're gone,
I thought it'd be easy I was wrong.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
So different (it's so different), so easy (so easy),
But I can't get over you (I can't get over you).
So different (it's so different), so easy (so easy),
But I can't get over you (and I can't get over you).
Things are so different now you're gone,
I thought it'd be easy I was wrong.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
Things are so different now you're gone,
I thought it'd be easy I was wrong.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
Things are so different now you're gone,
I thought it'd be easy I was wrong.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
The song "Caught in the Middle" by A1 tells the story of a person who is reminiscing about a past relationship that ended badly. The singer feels stuck, unable to move forward and fully invest in their new relationship because they are still caught up in their feelings for the past lover. The first verse describes how the previous partner was dismissive of love and did not give the singer the attention and care that they deserved. Despite this, the relationship held great significance to the singer, and they are struggling to let go of those feelings.
The chorus repeats the phrase, "Things are so different now you're gone, I thought it'd be easy, I was wrong" to emphasize the singer's difficulty in moving on. They might have assumed that once they found someone new, they would forget about their past relationship, but this is not the case. The second verse introduces the idea that the new partner brings some happiness to the singer's life, but the memories of the past lover persist. The singer compares memories of their former lover to a "memory that I can't erase, it's here to stay." The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, highlighting the singer's continued struggle to move on from the past.
Overall, "Caught in the Middle" is a relatable song for anyone who has experienced a difficult breakup and struggles to let go of lingering feelings for their ex.
Line by Line Meaning
You said that love was just a state of mind,
You told me that love is not real, just a figment of our imagination.
A puzzle made of pieces you can't find,
It's a complicated matter that you can never truly understand.
And for me you never really had the time, I was blind.
You were never fully invested in me but I was too naive to see it.
And everything that you meant to me,
You were very important to me.
Is written in the pages of my history,
Our memories together are forever etched in my past.
But it's over now as far as I can see, suddenly
It has come to an end and I can clearly see that now.
Moving on she brings me brighter days,
I am trying to move on and it's bringing happiness into my life.
Thoughts of you are in my mind always,
Despite trying to forget, thoughts of you constantly haunt me.
Like a memory that I can't erase, it's here to stay.
I can never fully forget about the time we spent together, it will always remain with me.
So different (it's so different), so easy (so easy),
Life is different and easier without you, but there is still an emptiness inside me.
But I can't get over you (I can't get over you).
Despite my efforts, I can't move on from you.
Things are so different now you're gone,
Since you left, everything has changed.
I thought it'd be easy I was wrong.
I assumed it would be simple to move on, but I was mistaken.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle,
I am stuck in the middle, unable to move forward or go back.
Even though I'm with someone new, all I can think about is you.
I am with someone else, but my mind is still fixated on you.
And now I'm caught, and now, I'm caught in the middle.
I am trapped and cannot escape this situation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BEN ADAMS, PAUL MARAZZI, SLICK RICK, CHRISTOPHER PORTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rollmartinez4827
2024 and still listening the songs
Of My youth
@teddymax_
Hitting the masterpiece!
@elsafarazdanish8152
of course
@joanneelliott5883
It’s 2023 and still a classic tune…the guitar solos at the start are stunning… vocals are on the money…great song.
@barrymichaels2663
Very much so 😊
@maxmixfan1
vs Back Street Boys < < < < <
@RachelFrancke
2024 🎉
@NoName-so8bl
2024😂🎉
@daletinsley2954
Vocals are on the money ! Let's be realistic This is a very good crafted production. The vocals are typically boy band. i.e auto tune on the backing vocals. Very competent session musicians and a producer who knows how to deliver a hit.
@ct8537
I still dont understand why this did not became a worldwide hit. This is one of my all-time favorite songs