<… Read Full Bio ↴Swedish pop group Ace of Base was formed in Göteborg, Sweden in 1990.
The band's original lineup consisted of Ulf Ekberg (Buddha), and siblings Jonas Berggren (Joker), Linn Berggren and Jenny Berggren; the two Berggren sisters left in 2007 and 2009 respectively, and were replaced with Clara Hagman and Julia Williamson.
Ace Of Base broke through internationally in 1993 with the hit 'All That She Wants' and one year later with 'The Sign' worldwide. Their album 'Happy Nation' (released as 'The Sign' in the USA) went on to sell over 20 million copies.
Their second album, "The Bridge" released in 1995, was well received with the hit single 'Beautiful Life' breaking away from their reggae-pop sound into a more pop-dance sound. It seemed clear that with music tastes rapidly changing, the hype about the band died down, much to the relief of blonde singer Linn who decided to hand over power to her sister Jenny for their third album. "Flowers", also known as "Cruel Summer" in America. It was released in 1998 and was not as popular as their first two albums.
Their fourth album, "Da Capo", was released in 2002. Whilst well received by fans, Da Capo received little publicity from the new record company Universal after Mega Records ceased to exist in 2001.
In October and November 2005, the band performed several concerts at the "Night of the Proms" show in Belgium, their first orchestated work. Jenny, Jonas, and Ulf performed four of their biggest hits to the audience: The Sign, All That She Wants, Beautiful Life & Life Is A Flower.
In 2007 Ulf Ekberg confirmed in an interview that Malin Berggren has officially left the band and that she would not be involved with any future projects. The group had already been performing mostly without Linn as a trio for a decade before her departure.
Since 2007 the band is on tour, performing in Europe and Asia. A global world tour is planned for 2009.
On November 2008 Ace of Base issued a new Greatest Hits compilation. The 3-disc set includes one CD with the hits, a second CD containing remixes, and the third disc, a DVD containing all the music videos. Three new remixes, "The Sign 2009", "Wheel of Fortune 2009" and "Don't Turn Around 2009" are included. "Wheel of Fortune 2009" were released worldwide on 24 October 2009 as the lead single of the Greatest Hits album.
In 2009, Ulf Ekberg and Jonas Berggren were joined by two new vocalists, Clara Hagman and Julia Williamson. The band released their fifth album, The Golden Ratio, in September 2010. It entered the German album charts at #20 (with All For You and The Golden Ratio both entering the Top 40) and at # 100 in Switzerland. The band plan to release "The Golden Ratio" in the UK in 2011.
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Black Sea
Ace of Base Lyrics
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Is it you?
Is it you?
I guess you always
Wanted freedom
No guarantees
In the western world
My heart is aching
You turned to east
To find your peace
(My everlasting dream)
[Chorus]
Black Sea, what do I see?
(This) glimmer on the ocean, (is it you?)
Black sea for you and me
(So) close but far away
Na, na, na, na
Can there be a chance?
Na, na, na, na
For you and me
Na, na, na, na
Feel my humble stance
You're my Swedish complete taboo
(My everlasting dream)
My enigma is
Keeping our secret
Cross my heart
And hope to die
Dream dynamic
So panoramic
When yearning wail
My endless tale
(My everlasting dream)
[Chorus]
I guess you always
Wanted freedom
No guarantees
In the Western World
Love forsaken
My heart is aching
You turned to east
To find your peace
I hear waves are roaring in
Birds are crying loud
My adoring sin
I'm standing here so proud
Why?
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Ace of Base's song Black Sea evoke emotion and paint a vivid picture of heartbreak and longing. The repeated question, "Is it you?" shows that the singer is questioning if the person they are singing for has truly found what they were looking for. The first verse explains that the person they are referring to always seemed to be seeking freedom, but they also learned that there are no guarantees in the Western world. They wanted love but were forsaken, causing the singer's heart to ache. The person turned to the East to find peace, leaving the singer behind.
The chorus describes the singer's longing for the person and their admiration for the Black Sea. They see a glimmer on the ocean and question if it's the person they're singing to, but they're so close yet far away. They wonder if there can still be a chance for them and express their humble stance while referring to the person as their "Swedish complete taboo."
The second verse refers to a secret between the singer and the person they're singing for, calling it an enigma. They make a promise to keep it and dream of a dynamic and panoramic life with them. The chorus repeats, further expressing their desire for the person and admiring the Black Sea. The song ends with the singer standing proudly, adoring their sin of loving this person.
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of heartbreak and longing for someone lost. The lyrics use vivid imagery and interesting phrases that make the song unique and memorable.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it you?
The singer is questioning the identity of the person they are referring to.
I guess you always Wanted freedom No guarantees In the western world Love forsaken My heart is aching You turned to east To find your peace
The person in question always wanted freedom and turned to the east to find peace, as love has failed them and caused the singer emotional pain.
(My everlasting dream)
This phrase is repeated throughout the song to represent the singer's persistent desire for the person in question.
Black Sea, what do I see? (This) glimmer on the ocean, (is it you?) Black sea for you and me (So) close but far away Na, na, na, na Can there be a chance? Na, na, na, na For you and me Na, na, na, na Feel my humble stance You're my Swedish complete taboo
The artist sees something on the Black Sea and wonders if it is the person they long for. Despite their physical closeness, the person in question is still far away from the artist. The artist speculates whether there could be a chance for them to be together and reiterates their feelings for this person who is a taboo for them.
My enigma is Keeping our secret Cross my heart And hope to die Dream dynamic So panoramic When yearning wail My endless tale
The artist acknowledges that their relationship with this person is shrouded in secrecy, promising to keep it safe even if it means dying. They describe their dreams about this person as panoramic and their longing for them to be together as an endless tale.
I hear waves are roaring in Birds are crying loud My adoring sin I'm standing here so proud Why?
The singer hears the sounds of nature and takes pride in their feelings for the person in question, despite the fact that their love is taboo and could be perceived as sinful by others.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: - BUDDHA, - JOKER
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on Break My Stride
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on Break My Stride
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