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"
Ready Or Not
A1 Lyrics
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There's magic in everything you do,
Magic me to the place where
Dreams come true.
Sometimes I go crazy
I get off on the crazy things you do,
I'm jealous of every guy that
[Chorus]
So tell me,
Could you love a boy like me like me
Tell me could you love a boy like me.
Because I need you,
You're my heart and soul.
And I'm gonna let you know
Ain't gonna let you go.
Ready or not, here I come,
You can't hide from me, hide and seek.
Run away now, or stay now.
'cause I'll keep searching
I'll keep searching for love.
Could you love a boy like me tonight,
Come on baby won't you take a bite,
The game that you're playing
Why do you tease me like you do
You gotta let me down
Or see it through.
You're straight from a movie,
But baby I'm not from hollywood.
By stealing your heart
I'll be your robin hood.
[Chorus]
All: baby - you can't hide the love inside
Searching for love
Baby - you can't hide the love inside
[Chorus]
Could you love a boy
Like me tonight,
Come on baby won't you
Take a bite
Could you love a boy like me tonight
Oh yeah
The lyrics of A1's song "Ready or Not" convey the idea that there's a special kind of magic within the person they love, and that this magic draws them closer together. They express their desire for this person and the jealousy they feel when others look at them. The chorus asks the question "Could you love a boy like me?" and states that they won't let this person go because they are the singer's heart and soul.
The singer compares this person to a movie star, but acknowledges that they themselves are not famous. Despite this, they believe that by stealing this person's heart, they can be their own kind of hero – a "Robin Hood" of love. The lyrics also highlight the push and pull of the relationship between the two, with the singer asking for clarity and urging their love interest to either let them down or commit fully.
Overall, the song paints a picture of a passionate, somewhat tumultuous romance, with the singer expressing their strong emotions and desire for commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
There's magic within you,
You possess a special quality that can't be explained.
There's magic in everything you do,
All of your actions have an enchanting quality to them.
Magic me to the place where Dreams come true.
Take me along with you to a world where all our dreams become a reality.
Sometimes I go crazy I get off on the crazy things you do,
Your crazy behavior enthralls me to no end, even if it makes me a bit insane at times.
I'm jealous of every guy that Looks at you
I feel envious of any man that lays eyes on you.
So tell me, Could you love a boy like me like me Tell me could you love a boy like me.
I want to know if you are capable of loving someone like me.
Because I need you, You're my heart and soul.
I require your love and affection as you are the most important person in my life.
And I'm gonna let you know Ain't gonna let you go.
I am not going to give up on expressing my love for you and I will not let you leave me.
Ready or not, here I come, You can't hide from me, hide and seek.
I will search for you relentlessly regardless of whether you are ready or not.
Run away now, or stay now. 'cause I'll keep searching I'll keep searching for love.
You can either leave or stay, but I will continue to pursue love.
Could you love a boy like me tonight, Come on baby won't you take a bite,
I want you to give me a chance to show you my love tonight.
The game that you're playing Why do you tease me like you do You gotta let me down Or see it through.
The romantic dance you are performing leaves me confused as to whether you want my love or not, so you need to make a choice.
You're straight from a movie, But baby I'm not from hollywood. By stealing your heart I'll be your robin hood.
You are like a character from a film, while I am just a regular person, but I aim to win your heart and become your hero.
Baby - you can't hide the love inside Searching for love
You cannot conceal or suppress the love within us and we are actively searching for it.
Could you love a boy Like me tonight, Come on baby won't you Take a bite.
Once again, I implore you to give me a chance to love you tonight.
Could you love a boy like me tonight Oh yeah
I am confident in my ability to make you fall in love with me tonight.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISTOPHER CHARLES LLOYD, JACOB BRIAN DUTTON, MARVIN BERNARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
teddy st.olaya
I'll never forget this band... i really love all your songs...
メラ
This is one of my favorite song when i was a kid, and still.
WronGGaming
90's Songs are so great, So much talented bands and solo artist.....
MissKeiAre
I miss them so much. It's been a long time I haven't heard any news about them but I'm still dreaming to see them someday!
colmcgelo28
its 2012 and and this song are still one of the best of the late 90's
Ethan Clarke
Sigh I used to sing this song once every day when I was in grade school =D Such memory!
supablue
just the song when i need to study. thank you for the upload really appreciate that!
dayang suhaila
i've been searching this video but no one seems to upload it in youtube . so THUMBS UP to waterjog !
David Doran
this would have made a good eurovision song contest entry for the UK.
Ayu Anggraini
Can not move on from them concert last night at Jakarta ! ❤️❤️❤️❤️