The group additionally had a U.S. top 10 hit with "Never My Love", a cover of pop band The Association's tune. Also of note, the group recorded a 1975 medley that combined Tommy James and the Shondells' "I'm Alive" and Deep Purple's "Hush", which played better in Scandinavia than anywhere else and brought them to a bombastic arena rock sound more aggressive than their general style. Over the years, Björn Skifs has had a moderately successful solo career in Europe. "Hooked on a Feeling" has experienced many surges of popularity, happening more recently in 2014 as part of its inclusion in the film 'Guardians of the Galaxy'.
Chevrolet
Blue Swede Lyrics
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Andy? Yeah
Mick? Okay
Alright fellas, let′s go!
Oh it's been getting so hard
Living with the things you do to me
My dreams are getting so strange
Oh, I see a man in the back as a matter of fact
His eyes was as red as the sun
And the girl in the corner that no one ignores
'Cause she thinks she's the passionate one
Oh yeah! It was like lightning
Everybody was frightening
And the music was soothing
And they all started grooving
Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah
And the man in the back said, "Everyone attack"
And it turned into a ballroom blitz
And the girl in the corner said, "Boy I want to warn you"
It′ll turn into a ballroom blitz
Ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz
Oh reaching out for something
Touching nothing′s all I ever do
Oh I softly call you over
Then you appear there's nothing left of you
And the man in the back is ready to crack
As he raises his hands to the sky
And the girl in the corner is everyone′s mourner
She could kill you with a wink of her eye
Oh yeah! It was electric
So frantically hectic
And the band started leaving
'Cause they all stopped breathing
Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah
And the man in the back said, "Everyone attack"
And it turned into a ballroom blitz
And the girl in the corner said, "Boy I want to warn you"
It′ll turn into a ballroom blitz
Ballroom blitz
Oh yeah! It was like lightning
Everybody was frightening
And the music was soothing
And they all started grooving
Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah
And the man in the back said, "Everyone attack"
And it turned into a ballroom blitz
And the girl in the corner said, "Boy I want to warn you"
It'll turn into a ballroom blitz
Ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz
It′s, it's a ballroom blitz
It's, it′s a ballroom blitz
It′s, it's a ballroom blitz
Yeah, it′s a ballroom blitz
The lyrics to Blue Swede's "Chevrolet" depict a man struggling to cope with the unusual dreams he's been having, potentially influenced by his partner's actions. He describes seeing a man with red eyes in the back, and a girl in the corner who thinks she's the passionate one. As the music starts to play, the man in the back orders an attack, and chaos erupts into a ballroom blitz. The girl in the corner warns the singer, but it's too late as the ballroom turns into a frenzy.
The lyrics can be interpreted in a few different ways, but a popular theory is that they're referencing a drug-induced experience at a dance party or club. The man's strange dreams and visions could be attributed to drug use, and the girl in the corner who thinks she's the passionate one may be a representation of drug addiction. The man in the back ordering an attack and the chaos turning into a ballroom blitz could signify a drug-related incident or overdose. The song's catchy beat and upbeat tone contrast with the dark themes in the lyrics, making it a unique and intriguing piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh it's been getting so hard
Living with the things you do to me
My dreams are getting so strange
I′d like to tell you everything I see
The singer finds it increasingly difficult to cope with the way their partner treats them, and their dreams are becoming more vivid and unusual.
Oh, I see a man in the back as a matter of fact
His eyes was as red as the sun
And the girl in the corner that no one ignores
'Cause she thinks she's the passionate one
The singer describes seeing a man with red eyes and a girl who believes she is the most passionate person in the room.
Oh yeah! It was like lightning
Everybody was frightening
And the music was soothing
And they all started grooving
Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah
The singer recalls a moment when something exciting and electrifying happened, causing everyone to dance and feel soothed.
And the man in the back said, "Everyone attack"
And it turned into a ballroom blitz
And the girl in the corner said, "Boy I want to warn you"
It′ll turn into a ballroom blitz
Ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz, ballroom blitz
The man in the back commands a sudden attack, causing chaos and turning the situation into a ballroom blitz. The girl in the corner warns the artist that it will happen again.
Oh reaching out for something
Touching nothing′s all I ever do
Oh I softly call you over
Then you appear there's nothing left of you
The artist feels like they are constantly trying to reach for something but always end up with nothing. They call out to their partner, but even when they appear, it feels like there is nothing substantial about them.
And the man in the back is ready to crack
As he raises his hands to the sky
And the girl in the corner is everyone′s mourner
She could kill you with a wink of her eye
The man in the back is beginning to lose control and raises his hands to the sky in frustration. The girl in the corner appears to be mourning and could easily bring harm to someone with a single look.
Oh yeah! It was electric
So frantically hectic
And the band started leaving
'Cause they all stopped breathing
Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah
The singer describes the frenzied and electric atmosphere as the band stops playing and everyone stops breathing.
It′s, it's a ballroom blitz
It's, it′s a ballroom blitz
It′s, it's a ballroom blitz
Yeah, it′s a ballroom blitz
The chorus repeats that the chaotic event is indeed a ballroom blitz.
Writer(s): Jens Henriksson, Johan Nilsson
Contributed by Christian K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Andrew
on Straight Back to You
The correct lyrics:
So you had to go
Go to where a brighter life was shining on you
So I had to know
How could I resist, baby?
What else could I do?
What you didn′t know
Loneliness the price that you pay
Pay for this game
But you left me cold
Even though you knew
I'd be burning my wings in the flame
I′m sorry
I'm sorry too
We left this thing between me and you
Don't worry
Don′t be afraid
I′ll take the train out of the city, plane overseas
I was crazy to set you free
I'm gonna get back, straight back to you
Jump in my car, it′s time to leave
Now we know that the grass isn't greener
Gonna get back, straight back to you
What I need to know
Are you ready to forget
And really give it a try?
Well, where else to go?
Can′t take the loneliness
And I can't stand no wasting of time
I′m sorry
I'm sorry too
We left this thing between me and you
Don't worry
Don′t be afraid
I′ll take the train out of the city, plane overseas
I was crazy to set you free
I'm gonna get back, straight back to you
Jump in my car, it′s time to leave
Now we know that the grass isn't greener
Gonna get back, straight back to you
Gonna get back, straight back to you
Andrew
on Straight Back to You
These lyrics don't match the song