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"
No more
A1 Lyrics
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Ain no more heroes
Ain no more heroes in this bitch
The menace the villain
Took some Ls but i still knew that i was born to win
On some evil shit, god forgive me for all my sins
Aint no bitch my gang cant hit, but only will if she a 10
Opps be riding waves, and thats the only time they gonna spin
The real villain the type to spin
Its just the gang dont need no friends
My dawg just got out the gahdamn pen
Freestyle shit i dont need no pen
I cannot save you baby it aint no more heroes
She got on all my chains, throat on ice, sub zero
Tha Menace Tha Villain ain't nomo heroes in this bitch
Still fuck a play ain't worried bout streams but he move wrong I might go twitch
Don't need no hand if anything all the bros out here taking risks (wrists)
They sing to 12 like mockingbirds we just gone call they ass a Finch
Tha Biggest Influence they know it wont say it nomo I'm Tha One wit this shit
I was rapping these niggas was stuck on the bench
In the streets wit my niggas all standing 10
They was counting me out
Lost count
It's too late for them niggas to count me back in
I came from dirt surroundings in the mud
So I'm suppose to win
Done sinned so long I need a cleanse
Want 10 these checks won't never end
This life been rough since we was kids
Too different ion follow trends
Ain't nun of these niggas compared to us
They looking for a hero
This shit here for me, my kin, and gang
Look deep I'm evil
Took some Ls but i still knew that i was born to win
On some evil shit, god forgive me for all my sins
Aint no bitch my gang cant hit, but only will if she a 10
Opps be riding waves, and thats the only time they gonna spin
My pain been coming to an end
The real villain the type to spin
Its just the gang dont need no friends
My dawg just got out the gahdamn pen
Freestyle shit i dont need no pen
I cannot save you baby it aint no more heroes
She got on all my chains, throat on ice, sub zero
Fuck where you from im from the bricks
You play wit gang we poppin shit
Big young turnt gang we rockin shit
Fuck opps it aint no stoppin shit
Put that on gang i been the realest nigga since a jit
These niggas lame these niggas fake i call em counterfeit
Fuck a hero i cant save the day
I told my mama ima make a way
Im peepin shit ian got nun to say
Im trappin this shit night and day
I only tote extended mags, I like them extra rounds
Serving all kinda flavors, come and get an extra pound
And all dem niggas really changed on me im all outta favors
And ian got no cape on me, villain to the neighbors
Only the gang round me my niggas be sliding
Drippin nigga im the flyest
No heroes niggas dying
Took some Ls but i still knew that i was born to win
On some evil shit, god forgive me for all my sins
Aint no bitch my gang cant hit, but only will if she a 10
Opps be riding waves, and thats the only time they gonna spin
My pain been coming to an end
The real villain the type to spin
Its just the gang dont need no friends
My dawg just got out the gahdamn pen
Freestyle shit i dont need no pen
I cannot save you baby it aint no more heroes
She got on all my chains, throat on ice, sub zero
No more heroes
Ain no more heroes
Gang gang
Ain no more heroes
In A1's song "No More", the chorus repeats the phrase "Ain no more heroes" multiple times, which can be interpreted as a commentary on the lack of role models or figures to admire in society. The lyrics in the song also touch on themes of perseverance, empowerment, and victory despite going through difficult times. The artist uses a lot of metaphors and wordplay in his verses such as "On some evil shit, god forgive me for all my sins, Ain't no bitch my gang can't hit, but only will if she a 10, Opps be riding waves, And that's the only time they gonna spin." which implies that people who only show up when the situation is in their favor have no real loyalty, and will betray when convenient.
The verses also address the artist’s personal experiences with closed ones who have been to prison and had struggles with the legal system, and his own experiences as an up-and-coming rapper. They also touch on the concept of "trapping," or selling drugs, and the desire for financial success as a means of escaping poverty. Towards the end, the artist touches on his past mistakes and sins, and the desire to cleanse himself of them.
Overall, A1's "No More" conveys a sense of frustration towards the lack of heroes in society and the hardships of the streets, while also promoting self-empowerment and victory despite one's struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain no more heroes no more heroes
There are no more role models or saviors to be found.
Ain no more heroes
The world is lacking people to look up to or idolize.
Ain no more heroes in this bitch
The singer is emphasizing that there are no more heroes in their environment.
The menace the villain
The artist is portraying themselves as a menacing and villainous figure.
Took some Ls but i still knew that i was born to win
The artist has experienced losses, but they still believe that they have what it takes to succeed.
On some evil shit, god forgive me for all my sins
The singer acknowledges their wrongdoings and asks for forgiveness.
Aint no bitch my gang cant hit, but only will if she a 10
The singer's gang is capable of targeting anyone, but only chooses to if they deem them to be attractive.
Opps be riding waves, and thats the only time they gonna spin
The artist's adversaries only act when they feel like they have the upper hand, otherwise they remain still.
My pain been coming to an end
The artist has been moving past their emotional struggles.
The real villain the type to spin
The artist identifies as an actual villain who is unpredictable and can change their strategy suddenly.
Its just the gang dont need no friends
The singer and their gang are self-sufficient and rely only on themselves.
My dawg just got out the gahdamn pen
The artist's friend has just been released from prison.
Freestyle shit i dont need no pen
The singer can create music without the need for a pen and paper.
I cannot save you baby it aint no more heroes
The singer cannot be a hero or offer salvation to anyone else.
She got on all my chains, throat on ice, sub zero
The person the singer is referencing has multiple chains and is wearing jewelry that appears cold, like Sub-Zero from Mortal Kombat.
Tha Menace Tha Villain ain't nomo heroes in this bitch
The artist is repeating the earlier sentiment that there are no more heroes in their environment.
Still fuck a play ain't worried bout streams but he move wrong I might go twitch
The artist doesn't care about streaming their music, but if someone crosses them they will respond with force.
Don't need no hand if anything all the bros out here taking risks (wrists)
The singer doesn't need help because their friends are all willing to take risks and support each other.
They sing to 12 like mockingbirds we just gone call they ass a Finch
The singer's adversaries are like mockingbirds, singing to the police like a bird singing to a predator, and is referring to them as finches, another type of bird.
Tha Biggest Influence they know it wont say it nomo I'm Tha One wit this shit
The artist is the most influential person around, although others won't admit it.
I was rapping these niggas was stuck on the bench
The artist was pursuing their dreams while others were sitting on the sidelines.
In the streets wit my niggas all standing 10
The artist and their friends are always ready and alert in dangerous situations.
They was counting me out Lost count
Others underestimated the singer's abilities, but they have continued to succeed to the point where it's hard to keep track.
It's too late for them niggas to count me back in
The artist has moved past the point of needing validation from those who didn't believe in them.
I came from dirt surroundings in the mud
The singer grew up in a difficult and impoverished environment.
So I'm suppose to win
The singer views their difficult upbringing as an advantage that has prepared them for success.
Done sinned so long I need a cleanse
The singer has committed many wrongdoings and needs to repent.
Want 10 these checks won't never end
The artist wants to earn a lot of money and is confident that the income won't stop coming.
This life been rough since we was kids
The artist and their friends have faced difficulties for most of their lives.
Too different ion follow trends
The singer and their friends don't conform or follow popular trends.
Ain't nun of these niggas compared to us
The singer and their friends are superior to everyone else.
They looking for a hero
Others are searching for someone to save them.
This shit here for me, my kin, and gang
The artist's music and lifestyle is only for themselves, their family, and their gang.
Look deep I'm evil
The artist wants others to know that they are not a hero and are capable of evil actions.
Fuck where you from im from the bricks
The singer isn't interested in hearing others' backgrounds, and is from a tough neighborhood.
You play wit gang we poppin shit
The artist and their gang will retaliate if provoked.
Big young turnt gang we rockin shit
The singer and their young, energetic gang are doing well and taking control of their environment.
Fuck opps it aint no stoppin shit
The singer is determined to continue succeeding and defeating their adversaries.
Put that on gang i been the realest nigga since a jit
The singer has always been authentic and true to themselves, and they swear on their gang to prove it.
These niggas lame these niggas fake i call em counterfeit
The artist sees others as phony and impersonal, and refers to them as counterfeit.
Fuck a hero i cant save the day
The artist doesn't see themselves as a hero or savior.
I told my mama ima make a way
The singer is determined to succeed and make a better life for themselves and their family.
Im peepin shit ian got nun to say
The singer is observant and aware of their surroundings, and doesn't need to say anything.
Im trappin this shit night and day
The artist is working hard and making progress all hours of the day and night.
I only tote extended mags, I like them extra rounds
The artist prefers to carry weapons with additional rounds and increased firepower for protection.
Serving all kinda flavors, come and get an extra pound
The artist is selling a variety of drugs and offers an extra amount of product to entice customers.
And all dem niggas really changed on me im all outta favors
Others have betrayed the singer and they no longer have any favors to offer.
And ian got no cape on me, villain to the neighbors
The artist isn't a hero with superpowers or heroic abilities, but is rather seen as a villainous presence to those around them.
Only the gang round me my niggas be sliding
The singer is surrounded only by their gang, who are always ready and prepared for any situation.
Drippin nigga im the flyest
The singer is fashionable and looks good.
No heroes niggas dying
Without any heroes or saviors, people are getting hurt or dying.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jonathon Winbush, Tristan Floyd
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Vivian Gotaas
Even though they stop making music, these songs will always be in my heart and mind<3
Just Jill
I miss A1! The boy band years were awesome
Gai Dep Yeu
The song "No More" by group A1 is a song of all time Bài hát "No More" của nhóm A1 là bài hát của mọi thời đại ..... October 26, 2021 I still listen : Ngày 26 tháng 10 năm 2021 tôi vẫn nghe
slushpuppie
Wish we had more boybands and cheesy pop these days!
Kayli Smith
My friends and I did a dance to this infront of our school in like 2001 hahahaha
BLACK7STORM
I love this song
Melvin Spencer
I miss A1! This music is my nostalgia song. I want to go back in past! But, if you want to know, A1 is back on the game!, check out in wikipedia, they produce new album in 2012 or 2013....
christianjeremy satoc
ganda ng kanta na to :)
anthony calmares
until now.....a1..... no more band can be no.1:D
kkkkkkkkkk955
The good old memories