<… 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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Wonderful Life
Ace of Base Lyrics
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Out to the sea again
The sunshine fills my hair
And dreams hang in the air
Gulls in the sky
And in my blue eyes
I know it feels unfair
There is magic everywhere
Look at me standing here
Here on my own again
Up straight in the sunshine
No need to run and hide
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
No need to laugh and cry
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Sun's in your eyes
The heat is in your hair
They seem to hate you
Because you are there
And I need a friend
Oh, oh, I need a friend
To make me happy
I stand here on my own
Oh oh oh ooh,
Look at me standing here
I'm here on my own again
Up straight in the sunshine
No need to run and hide
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
No need to laugh and cry
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
I need a friend
Oh, I need a friend
To make me happy
Not so alone
Look at me standing here
I'm here on my own again
Up straight in the sunshine
No need to run and hide
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
No need to laugh and cry
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
No need to run and hide
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
No need to laugh and cry
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Ah ah ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah ah ah
The lyrics to Ace of Base's song "Wonderful Life" speak of a person standing alone by the sea, basking in the sunshine and dreaming about the magic that exists all around them. The person knows that life is unfair, but despite that, they stand tall and straight, confident and content without the need to run or hide. They acknowledge the hatred and loneliness that often come with being unique or different, but long for a friend to make them happy and not feel so alone. Throughout the song, they repeat the message that life is wonderful, and there is no need to laugh or cry.
The lyrics suggest that life can be both beautiful and difficult, and it is up to the individual to focus on the positives rather than the negatives. Regardless of the obstacles one might face, one can choose to stand tall and appreciate the magic and beauty that surrounds them. The song also emphasizes the importance of human connection and the need for friends to make us feel happy and not alone.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I go
I am setting out, embarking on a journey
Out to the sea again
I am returning to the open waters
The sunshine fills my hair
The warmth of the sun is embracing me
And dreams hang in the air
My mind is filled with possibilities and aspirations
Gulls in the sky
Seagulls are soaring overhead
And in my blue eyes
My eyes reflect the blue of the ocean
I know it feels unfair
I recognize that life is not always just or equal
There is magic everywhere
There is beauty and wonder to be found in the world
Look at me standing here
I am present and aware of my surroundings
Here on my own again
I am by myself once more
Up straight in the sunshine
I am standing tall and basking in the sunlight
No need to run and hide
There is no reason to be afraid or avoidant
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is beautiful and full of potential
No need to laugh and cry
Emotional extremes are not necessary to find joy
Sun's in your eyes
The brightness of the sun can be overwhelming
The heat is in your hair
The warmth of the sun is felt on the head and face
They seem to hate you
Others may resent or reject you for no reason
Because you are there
Simply being yourself can cause animosity in others
And I need a friend
I am feeling lonely and in need of companionship
Oh, oh, I need a friend
The desire for someone to share life with is strong
To make me happy
A connection with another person can bring joy
Not so alone
The presence of a friend can dispel feelings of isolation
Ah ah ah ah ah ah
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Written by: Colin Vearncombe
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