<… 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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He Decides
Ace of Base Lyrics
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Around you all the time
Can't you tell the difference between
Things when you're in love
I hear your voice is trembling
Every time when he's around
Your detached engagements
In the things I say means love, oh
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be happy
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be sad
If he doesn't love you, you're afraid that you
Can't go on
Living without loving never makes a person
Strong, no
If he really loves you, let him show you that
Instead
I will be here with you 'cause I know that
You're afraid of love
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be happy
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be sad
You'll never change my mind my friend, don't
Let that feeling go
This love might change your world around
In time you'll have to know, oh yeah
Whether you should go
Oh yeah
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be happy
He decides whether you should smile
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be sad
Whether you should be happy
Whether you should cry
Whether you should be happy
He decides
Whether you
I know that
He decides
The lyrics of "He Decides" by Ace of Base question the power dynamics in a romantic relationship. The lyrics describe a woman who is unable to make decisions for herself, even about her own emotions. This is exemplified by the line "He decides whether you should smile, whether you should cry, whether you should be happy." The singer expresses concern and frustration for the woman and her inability to assert her own agency in her relationship. With the repetition of the phrase "He decides," the singer emphasizes the woman's lack of control and agency in the relationship.
The song delves deeper into the notion of love and how it can cloud judgement and make it difficult to distinguish reality from emotional attachments. The lines "Can't you tell the difference between things when you're in love" and "Your detached engagements in the things I say means love" further underline the song's message. These lines suggest that when we are blinded by love, we may fail to see the faults in the relationship or the other person's behavior, erroneously interpreting it as an act of love.
In the chorus, the singer reassures the woman that she can find strength in herself regardless of whether or not the relationship continues. The line "Living without loving never makes a person strong" suggests that love can be a catalyst for growth and emotional strength, but it's not everything.
Overall, "He Decides" is a sobering reflection on love and control within a relationship, urging listeners to be aware of power dynamics and to assert their own agency in matters of the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't you hear them whispering
Do you not hear the whispers of those around you?
Around you all the time
The whispers are constantly present in your life
Can't you tell the difference between
Are you not able to distinguish between
Things when you're in love
What you perceive as true or false when you are in love
I hear your voice is trembling
I can tell that your voice is shaky
Every time when he's around
Whenever he is present
Your detached engagements
Your lack of interest in what I'm saying
In the things I say means love, oh
Indicates that you are in love
He decides whether you should smile
Your happiness is determined by him
Whether you should cry
He controls your emotions
Whether you should be happy
He has power over your joy
If he doesn't love you, you're afraid that you
You fear not being loved by him
Can't go on
You feel incapable of moving forward
Living without loving never makes a person
Without love, one can never truly live
Strong, no
It does not lead to strength
If he really loves you, let him show you that
Only if he truly loves you should you trust him
Instead
Otherwise
I will be here with you 'cause I know that
I will support you because
You're afraid of love
You fear love
You'll never change my mind my friend, don't
Your persuasion will not alter my beliefs
Let that feeling go
Let go of that impulse
This love might change your world around
This affection possesses the ability to drastically adjust your life
In time you'll have to know, oh yeah
Eventually, you must make a choice
Whether you should go
If you should leave or stay
He decides whether you should smile
Your positive outlook is at his mercy
Whether you should cry
He has power over your tears
Whether you should be happy
Your satisfaction is up to him
Whether you should be sad
He determines your sorrow
He decides whether you should be happy
Your contentment is in his hands
Whether you should cry
Your sadness is dictated by him
Whether you should be happy
Your joy is controlled by him
He decides
He has the final say
Whether you
Everything about you
I know that
I am aware of this fact
He decides
He has the ultimate authority
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JONAS BERGGREN
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on Break My Stride
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