Beady Belle is a result of collaboration between Beate S. Lech and Marius R… Read Full Bio ↴Beady Belle is a result of collaboration between Beate S. Lech and Marius Reksjø which began at the University of Oslo. As music students the two started playing together in bands such as “Insertcoin” and Folk & Røvere, a project where Beate was the lead singer up until their third album (1999).

In 1999 Beate was asked by Bugge Wesseltoft to make a record for Jazzland rec. He gave her freedom to make the record she wanted. Beate meant that the best way to really make a record of her own was to make it completely by herself - composing, arranging, text writing, programming, recording and producing. Since she had a studio at home, she would do as much as possible there, on her own Macintosh computer.

After a while Marius contributed more to the creation of the record. Dividing up the labour, Marius took care of the groove elements and Beate was in charge of the melodies, harmonies and lyrics, with some exceptions both ways. Since the work was done in private surroundings, the record was entitled “Home”. Most of the recordings were done in Beate’s 6 meters flat in Oslo except for the strings, vibraphone and drums, which were done in Bugge’s room (Bugge Wesseltoft's studio).

Because of the co-operation between Beate and Marius, the project name “Beate S. Lech” was abandoned and “Beady Belle” was created. Beady Belle worked solidly on this record for one and a half years.

Intermission Music
Beady Belle Lyrics

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This is a pause
We′re just at half-time
Sequel's the interval′s end
We go to break
An intermission
We'll be together again

We take a rest

Just for a moment
Our mutual story goes on
Stay tuned throughout
This interval signal
Promising much more to come

Now I go
But I'm coming back to you
One day I will return
I promise to come if you love me
And I know that you do
I know that you do

Where we leave off
We′ll put a bookmark
So that we know where to start
Don′t be upset

I won't run away
I′ve given you all of my heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Beady Belle's song Intermission Music convey the idea of a break, pause or interval as a natural part of a process, particularly in storytelling. The first stanza of the song sets the scene for the pause, stating that the story is at half-time and the break will lead to a sequel. The use of the word "intermission" implies an interruption but the reassurance given that the audience will all be together again provides hope and a sense of continuity. The second stanza takes a more personal approach; the singer invites the listener to rest and implies the song is just a part of a longer ongoing narrative, encouraging them not to stop listening.

The song comes across as a tender love letter from the singer to the listener, laced with the promise of reunion and hope. The third stanza is particularly poignant, suggesting that while the singer may be leaving temporarily, they will return again because they know they are loved. The phrase "I've given you all my heart" suggests an emotional connection between the singer and the listener, that is vital to their partnership.

Line by Line Meaning

This is a pause
We are taking a temporary break

We′re just at half-time
We are halfway through our journey

Sequel's the interval′s end
The next part is starting when the intermission ends

We go to break
We are taking a break

An intermission
A period of temporary suspension

We'll be together again
We will reunite after the intermission

We take a rest
We pause to rejuvenate ourselves

Just for a moment
Only briefly

Our mutual story goes on
Our shared journey continues

Stay tuned throughout
Keep listening/watching

This interval signal
The intermission is a signal for the next part