Between 1992 and 2002, inspired by the 10 albums in 10 years from Felt, Acid House Kings released a trilogy of albums with one album released every fifth year. The first, Pop, look & listen! (1992) is maybe best left unmentioned. The band rate it 2.4 out of 5. On the second, Advantage Acid House Kings (1997), the aim was to make a The Smiths-for-very-sunny-days sort of album. This sort of succeeded, and the band rate it 3.8 out of 5.
In 2001, the band built their own, now famous, Summersound Studios. Here, Acid House Kings could
spend endless amounts of time to create the more sophisticated third album Mondays are like Tuesdays and Tuesdays are like Wednesdays (2002). Former guest
vocalist and present sister-in-law Julia Lannerheim was introduced as a full time member while Joakim Ödlund never showed up for recordings (his house was too far away from the studio). It’s an easy, breezy, beautiful album and the band rate 4.2 out of 5.
Spurred by the quality of “Mondays…”, Acid House Kings set out to break their own five years between albums record, while still yet again refining the meaning of pop music. The fourth album, Sing along with Acid House Kings (2005), is to date the crown jewel in the Acid House Kings catalogue and a should-have-been-in-the-Guinness-World-Records-book since it included a karaoke-DVD (yes, a karaoke-DVD) with the first 2000 copies. The press release stated untrendy is the new trend, while the music showed an unusual combination of sophistication and catchiness. The band rate the album 4.4 out of 5.
The newly-trimmed down trio of the Angergård brothers and Lannerheim released their latest effort Music Sounds Better With You in March 2011.
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Would You Say Stop?
Acid House Kings Lyrics
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I am now and you're long ago
Never dream, never stay
I'm in colour and you are in grey
'Cause you are away in your other life
But I would never ever let you go
And if someone ever breaks my heart
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Would you say stop or would you let it all end?
Would you say don't or would you choose to pretend?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Autumn comes, winter goes
I try poetry, you hardly read prose
Another day, another year
I see life, you're blinded by tears
'Cause you are away in your other life
But I would never ever let you go
And if someone ever breaks my heart
I still hope that it's you
You hear yourself thinking quietly
"I'm not single, I am alone"
You hear yourself crying quietly
"I am alone"
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Would you say stop or would you let it all end?
Would you say don't or would you choose to pretend?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
The lyrics in Acid House Kings' "Would You Say Stop?" are a melancholic ode to a love that has passed and the lingering hope and longing that remains. With contrasting images of color and grey, the singer contrasts the present moment of vibrancy and life with the past of their relationship, which they characterize as dull and unfulfilled. The chorus poses a series of questions asking what the other person would do if the singer were to ask them to return, to stop and turn around, betray their current partner, or to simply go. It seems to be a desperate plea from the singer, wondering if the other person still feels the same pull as them.
The verse "You hear yourself thinking quietly 'I'm not single, I am alone'" showcases the perspective of one of the partners post-breakup. Despite being in a relationship with someone else, they still feel the ache of solitude and long for the connection they once had. The repetition of the questions in the chorus emphasizes the uncertainty and desperation present in the lyrics, as if the singer is reaching out into the void to try and find some meaning or closure.
Overall, "Would You Say Stop?" is a poignant and emotional song that speaks to the lingering feelings that can occur after a relationship has ended. It showcases the internal struggle of holding onto the past and wondering what might have been versus facing the present and moving forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Always work, always no
There's no excitement or joy in your life, just the same daily routine.
I am now and you're long ago
Our lives have taken different paths and we've grown apart.
Never dream, never stay
You don't allow yourself to dream or explore new possibilities.
I'm in colour and you are in grey
You're stuck in a dull, unchanging life while I'm living life to the fullest.
'Cause you are away in your other life
You're living a life separate from me and we hardly see each other.
But I would never ever let you go
Despite our differences, I still care about you deeply and value our relationship.
And if someone ever breaks my heart
If someone were to hurt me, I would still choose you over anyone else.
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
If things got difficult, would you give up on us and walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you be honest with me or would you betray my trust?
Would you say no?
Would you reject me or our relationship?
Would you say go?
Would you suggest we end things between us?
Autumn comes, winter goes
Time continues to pass and the seasons change, but we remain stagnant.
I try poetry, you hardly read prose
I'm trying to express myself creatively, but you don't seem interested in hearing what I have to say.
Another day, another year
Our lives continue on without any significant change or progress.
I see life, you're blinded by tears
I see the beauty in life, but you're stuck in your own sadness and can't appreciate it.
You hear yourself thinking quietly
You have inner thoughts and doubts that you keep to yourself.
"I'm not single, I am alone"
You feel lonely, even though you're not single.
You hear yourself crying quietly
You're silently struggling and dealing with your own pain.
"I am alone"
You feel truly alone and disconnected, despite our relationship.
Contributed by Miles D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alex Harris
Always work, always no
I am now and you're long ago
Never dream, never stay
I'm in color and you are in grey
'Cause you are away in your other life
But I would never ever let you go
And if someone ever breaks my heart
I still hope that it's you
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Would you say stop or would you let it all end?
Would you say don't or would you choose to pretend?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Autumn comes, winter goes
I try poetry, you hardly read prose
Another day (another day), another year (another year)
I see life, you're blinded by tears
'Cause you are away in your other life
But I would never ever let you go
And if someone ever breaks my heart
I still hope that it's you
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Would you say stop or would you let it all end?
Would you say don't or would you choose to pretend?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
You hear yourself thinking quietly
"I'm not single, I am alone"
You hear yourself crying quietly
"I am alone"
Would you say stop and would you turn, walk away?
Would you say don't or would choose to betray?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
Would you say stop or would you let it all end?
Would you say don't or would you choose to pretend?
Would you say no?
Would you say go?
patjack95
I love an artist/band that consistently improves with each album. "Would You Say Stop?" is just the tip of the iceberg of a near-perfect pop album. Great work, AHK!!!
Cliff Hendroval
I'm an old guy - I danced my teenaged ass off at a Talking Heads show in 1977 - but I'm so glad that I discovered this band. They're always guaranteed to put a slightly sad smile on my face. I recently introduced some Gen X types some 15-20 years younger than I am to ACH and they loved it as much as I do.
b1ng0phobic
A glorious example of why swedish pop music is so exciting nowadays. This song is as warm & fluffy as a plush teddy bear.
Vesserlmurk
Can't stop listening to this song, it makes me feel so good!! acid house kings are back for ever!
Tita Padilha
SO HAPPY TO SEE THEM AGAIN!!
Inmobiliaria Costa Mediterránea
me encantan estaba deseando que sacaran disco de nuevo, love it
Emily Rukstales
Such an underrated band.
Alina A
They're always oh so pleasant on the ears. Love it
Tuzotonic
This has to be one of the catchiest songs I've heard in a while. This is fantastic.
thefanster87
Easily one of the best pop songs I've ever listened to.