<… 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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Doreen
Ace of Base Lyrics
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That somber day
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
What wouldn't I give to resume our last goodbye?
I can't describe it
We met by chance here in Central Park
But where I can't remember
Give me a moment
Give me peace at heart
I'm thinking back
And I'm so sorry
I didn't expect
Such a fast depart
Together again
I didn't worry
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
That somber day
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
Don't fade away
With you the colors had a brighter shade
The sky was bluer and I was smiling
Now I'm stuck in an eternal fall
But I do recall your flavors
Give me a moment
Give me peace at heart
I'm thinking back
And I'm so sorry
I didn't expect
Such a fast depart
Together again
I didn't worry
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
That somber day
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
Don't fade away
But where do you turn to
When your answers long gone
I turn to the sunrise
And that is because, because of you
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
That somber day
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen (Doreen)
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen (That somber day)
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen (Doreen)
With you the colors had a brighter shade
The sky was bluer and I was smiling
Now I'm stuck in an eternal fall
But I do recall your flavors
Doreen (Doreen, Doreen)
Doreen
Doreen (Doreen, Doreen)
Doreen
The song "Doreen" by Ace of Base is a tribute to a lost love. The lyrics speak of the regret and longing felt by the singer towards a woman named Doreen. The song opens with the repeated phrase, "Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen," which sets the tone of the song. The singer recalls his last goodbye with Doreen and how he wishes he could go back in time and relive that moment.
The first verse of the song tells the story of how the singer met Doreen by chance in Central Park, but he can't remember exactly where. He expresses his desire to have one more moment with Doreen to make things right. The chorus repeats the phrase "That somber day," emphasizing the sadness and regret felt by the singer.
The second verse speaks of how much brighter life was when Doreen was a part of it. The singer remembers how the colors were brighter and the sky was bluer when he was with Doreen. But now that she is gone, he feels like he is stuck in an eternal fall. However, he remembers Doreen's "flavors" and holds onto those memories.
The final chorus repeats the phrase "Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen," and ends with the singer repeating her name. The song fades out with the repeated phrase, "Doreen."
Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to love lost and the pain of regret. The singer's longing and sadness are palpable, and the repetition of the phrase "Doreen" reinforces the deep emotion in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Doreen, Do-Do-Doreen
Repeating the name of the person the singer is addressing, possibly as a way of showing affection.
That somber day
Referring to a day that was sad or depressing in some way.
What wouldn't I give to resume our last goodbye?
Expressing a desire to see the person again and have a chance to say goodbye properly.
I can't describe it
Unable to put into words how much the person means to the singer or how much they miss them.
We met by chance here in Central Park
The place where the singer and the person met each other randomly.
But where I can't remember
The singer doesn't remember the exact location where they met.
Give me a moment
Asking for some time to think and remember the past.
Give me peace at heart
Asking for some emotional comfort or closure.
I'm thinking back
Reflecting on the time spent with the person and the memories they shared.
And I'm so sorry
Expressing regret for not having done something better or different in the past.
I didn't expect
Referring to something that the singer didn't anticipate or foresee.
Such a fast depart
Referring to the person leaving or passing away suddenly or unexpectedly.
Together again
Expressing a desire to be reunited with the person.
I didn't worry
Referring to a time when the singer wasn't concerned or anxious about the future.
Don't fade away
Asking the person to not be forgotten or to disappear from memory.
With you the colors had a brighter shade
Referring to a time when things appeared more beautiful or vivid because the person was part of the singer's life.
The sky was bluer and I was smiling
Describing the feeling of happiness and optimism that the person brought into the singer's life.
Now I'm stuck in an eternal fall
Referring to a time when the singer feels trapped or lost without the person in their life.
But I do recall your flavors
Referring to the memories and experiences shared with the person that are still vivid and valuable to the singer.
Where do you turn to when your answers long gone?
Expressing a sense of confusion or desperation when trying to find answers or solutions without the person's guidance.
I turn to the sunrise
Referring to the hope and optimism that a new day brings, even in difficult times.
And that is because, because of you
Acknowledging the impact that the person had on the singer's life and outlook.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: - BUDDHA, - JOKER
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on Break My Stride
This is is not ace of base singing it is really unique 2 but was taken for granted that it was ace of base because they sound very like them.it wasn't checked right.
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on Break My Stride
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