Their Danish debut single Fascination was a major hit in Denmark during the summer of 2007. A second single 10,000 Nights saw equal success, just like their eponymous debut album that went platinum in Denmark.
Their sound is mainly retro 80s melodic pop, taking inspiration amongst others from Deacon Blue and Prefab Sprout, with distinctive overlay of male and female harmonies.
Their native success attracted the attention of several major labels from larger markets abroad, and Alphabeat were eventually signed to EMI's Charisma Records label in the United Kingdom. Their British debut single, Fantastic 6, was released on 26 November 2007. Several popular British publications have praised Alphabeat including NME, The Sun, The Observer Music Monthly, Digital Spy and Popjustice.
The band was offered to play as a warm-up for the Spice Girls during their reunion world tour 2007-8, but declined the offer, feeling that it would be "too weird" to suddenly play in front of a very large audience unfamiliar with the band's music.
On 2 March 2008, the song Fascination reached number 23 in the UK Singles Chart on download sales alone, and on 9 March 2008, following its physical CD release, it climbed to number seven, the following week it rose to number six. The band's debut British album was entitled This is Alphabeat.
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Brand New Day
Alphabeat Lyrics
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Like my life wasn’t something to dance about.
Could you give me a leg up? I need one
To get me back in the sun, where I belong.
I know one thing’s for sure,
I’m heading to a new direction.
Yesterdays are over, hear me, I’m coming.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling oh, so good.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling like I should.
It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright now,
It’s such a brand new day and I’m feeling all so good.
If all these troubles should get to you, too
Don’t you worry, don’t get blue.
Nothing is forever, the tide gets low,
And someday, soon, you will know where to go.
I know one thing’s for sure,
I’m heading for a new beginning,
Yesterday’s off the door,
Hear me, I’m coming.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling oh, so good.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling like I should.
It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright now,
It’s such a brand new day and I’m feeling all so good.
Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started,
Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started,
Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started,
Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling oh, so good.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling like I should.
It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright now,
It’s such a brand new day and I’m feeling all so good.
"Brand New Day" by Alphabeat is a song that speaks about a new beginning after a tough time in one's life. At the beginning of the song, the singer talks about being low and sad- feeling as if there was nothing to celebrate. They mention how they're looking for help to get back on their feet and return to a positive state of mind. Then the singer reinforces the idea that the past is behind them, and they’re now heading towards a new and better direction. The lyrics reiterate the importance of believing in oneself and moving forward, as eventually, everything will become okay.
The chorus emphasizes this idea of hope and starting afresh. The singer emphasizes how good they feel as if they have climbed out of a hole and are excited about the future. In the second verse, the singer seems to be inspiring someone else to believe that things will turn around, leading the listeners to understand that this song is not just about the singer but about everyone who may be struggling. There is strength in staying positive, and hope drives people to do better. The repeated line, "Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started" provides a metaphor for this fresh start- erase the bad memories and move to something new.
Overall, the song encourages the idea that even after a tough day, there is still so much to celebrate. The song captures the essence of finding hope and strength after a difficult chapter, leaving the past behind, and embracing opportunities for new beginnings.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday I was low, down and out,
I was feeling very sad and depressed yesterday.
Like my life wasn’t something to dance about.
I felt like my life didn't have anything to be happy about.
Could you give me a leg up? I need one
Can you please offer me some help to lift me up from this sad state?
To get me back in the sun, where I belong.
To get me back into a happy situation where I feel like I belong.
I know one thing’s for sure,
I am certain and confident about one thing.
I’m heading to a new direction.
I am moving towards a new path in my life.
Yesterdays are over, hear me, I’m coming.
The past is gone and I am coming for a better future.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling oh, so good.
Today feels like a fresh start and I am feeling very happy.
It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright now,
Everything is good and okay now.
It’s such a brand new day and I’m feeling all so good.
This feels like a great day and I am really happy.
If all these troubles should get to you, too
If you are facing the same troubles as I am.
Don’t you worry, don’t get blue.
Don't worry or feel sad about it.
Nothing is forever, the tide gets low,
Problems and difficult times do not last forever.
And someday, soon, you will know where to go.
Eventually, you will find the right path to take in life.
I’m heading for a new beginning,
I am starting fresh towards a new future.
Yesterday’s off the door,
The past is over and done with.
Hear me, I’m coming.
I am coming for a better future.
Stop, rewind that, put it back to where it started,
Stop, go back and start over from the beginning.
It’s a brand new day and I’m feeling oh, so good.
Today is a great new day to feel happy and start fresh.
It’s alright, it’s alright, it’s alright now,
Everything is good and okay now.
It’s such a brand new day and I’m feeling all so good.
Today feels amazing and I am really happy.
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