Alexander Bard, whose previous music projects had included Army of Lovers, Vacuum and Alcazar, started work on a new project during 2003, working with the record producer Anders Hansson who became the band's co-producer. They auditioned over 35 different vocalists before meeting former Popstars contestant Martin Rolinski who was duly chosen as lead singer. Marina Schiptjenko, an art-dealer and a one-time member of Vacuum, then came on board as the third member of what became Bodies Without Organs [2].
There was initially a suggestion that the band would be a four-piece including Jean-Pierre Barda from Army of Lovers, but this did not come to fruition, and Barda's explicit involvement extended as co-writing the songs "Living In A Fantasy" [2] (BWO's first single) and "European Psycho", both included on BWO's first album "Prototype" (It's odd that a picture of Barda turned up in the inner booklet of this album), and appearing on the videos "Conquering America", "Sixteen Tons of Hardware", "Open Door" and "The Bells of Freedom", in which Dominika Peczynski, also from Army of Lovers did make a cameo too.
The name of the band derives from the philosophical term body without organs, developed by French philosopher Gilles Deleuze and psychoanalyst Félix Guattari in their 1972 book Anti-Œdipus. Bard, an author and lecturer of philosophy, has referred to the ideas of Deleuze in his books Netocracy - The New Power Elite And Life After Capitalism and The Global Empire, both co-written with Jan Söderqvist.
At no point has BWO been a full-time project for any of the band's members - Bard continues his other career, notable in its own right, as a philosopher, while Schiptjenko remains an art dealer in Stockholm and Rolinski has a Master of Science in Engineering and works in that field.
Alexander Bard launched his new project Gravitonas in april 2010. Their first single "Kites" is launched in 15 versions on April 28th
Martin Rolinski will go solo also in 2010.
Haunted
BWO Lyrics
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I've got diesel in the tank
Calculations in my pocket
Coordinations call the rank
On the left we're passing Venus
On the right we circle Mars
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Reignite electrolyte
Front a spaceship intervention
With destructive appetite
You'll be heading for the exit
When I blow this town apart
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Come come to my space paradise
Look at my hi-tech device
You're hypnotized
I'm a golden supernova
You're my silver satellite
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Come come to my space paradise
Look at my hi-tech device
You're hypnotized
I'm a golden supernova
You're my silver satellite
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
I've got power in my rocket
I've got diesel in the tank
Calculations in my pocket
Coordinations call the rank
On the left we're passing Venus
On the right we circle Mars
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
The lyrics to BWO's song "Haunted" describe a futuristic adventure through space. The lines "I've got power in my rocket, I've got diesel in the tank" suggest that the singer is in control of a spaceship and ready to embark on a journey. The calculations and coordinations mentioned in the next line continue to emphasize the technical nature of the journey. The singer then mentions passing Venus on the left and circling Mars on the right, showcasing the vastness of the exploration.
However, the chorus reveals that the singer is actually haunted by love. The repetition of "ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love" emphasizes the emotional weight that's weighing them down as they travel through the galaxy. The second verse suggests that the singer is actually on a mission to destroy something or someone, as they mention a "destructive appetite" and blowing up a town. Despite the destructive nature of their mission, they're still distracted and haunted by their love.
Overall, the lyrics to "Haunted" juxtapose the technical, futuristic nature of space travel with the emotional weight of love. The singer may be in control of a powerful spaceship, but they're ultimately powerless against their feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got power in my rocket
I have the capability and strength to succeed.
I've got diesel in the tank
I am fueled and ready to go for this journey.
Calculations in my pocket
I have everything thought out and planned accordingly.
Coordinations call the rank
My plans are set in motion and we are ready to execute.
On the left we're passing Venus
We are moving forward towards our goal.
On the right we circle Mars
Our path is set and we are staying the course.
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Your love and presence linger and influence me regardless of my journey.
I'm the center of attention
I am the main focus and driving force of this mission.
Reignite electrolyte
I am recharging and refreshing myself to maintain my energy.
Front a spaceship intervention
I am leading and taking charge of any issues that arise.
With destructive appetite
I am burningly passionate and determined to succeed at all costs.
You'll be heading for the exit
Those who cannot keep pace or remain committed will quit.
When I blow this town apart
When I succeed, it will shake things up and cause a stir.
Come come to my space paradise
Join me on this thrilling journey towards success.
Look at my hi-tech device
My tools and resources are top of the line and advanced.
You're hypnotized
You are captivated and entranced by the potential success and adventure.
I'm a golden supernova
I am blazing, brilliant and have a bright future ahead.
You're my silver satellite
You are a valuable support that orbits around me and helps me succeed.
Ooh oh oooh oh oh haunted by your love
Your love and presence continue to impact me regardless of what I achieve.
Contributed by Sarah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Knut Tøndel Medbøen
I have this song on a CD, album: BWO Halcyon Days. The name of the singer is Martin Rolinski.