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'.
Pinewood Rally
Blue Swede Lyrics
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Wondering what I'll do if I have to stay
Wanted to leave when she walked right up on me
Hey there son, why don't we go for a ride
I gotta a car and got nothing to hide
I payed the bill, just give me a thrill
Uhum
And now, my oh my, now I'm far from my alley
Riding along in this pinewood rally
But in the way to the lake, everything is ok
With a wild, wild woman
She said, I have a house on the hill
And I soon understood
She didn't take me there to chaperone
She turned on the radio and then she turned me on
I give her away my own town
I could ___ my city
'Cause this mean woman is so down on pretty
She is taking a guy like me right out in the world
And now, my oh my, now I'm far from my alley
Riding along in this pinewood rally
But in the way to the lake, everything is ok
With a wild, wild woman
The lyrics of Blue Swede's "Pinewood Rally" tell the story of a young man who is sitting alone in a cheap hotel room, wondering how he will pass the time. He is approached by a woman who invites him on a ride with her. The woman is older and more experienced, and she takes him on a wild ride in her car. She invites him to her house on a hill, where she turns on the radio and seduces him.
The song speaks to the timeless theme of youthful adventure and the allure of older, more experienced partners. The singer is tempted to leave behind his mundane life and go on an adventure with the wild woman. He is swept up in her seduction, and the song suggests that he is willing to give up everything to be with her.
The lyrics are supported by a catchy, upbeat melody that reflects the excitement of the singer's journey. The song has a fun, carefree feel to it that is characteristic of many classic rock songs of the era.
Line by Line Meaning
Sat all alone in this cheap
I was sitting by myself in this low-cost place
Wondering what I'll do if I have to stay
Thinking about what I should do if I need to remain here
Wanted to leave when she walked right up on me
I was about to go when she came up to me
Hey there son, why don't we go for a ride
She suggested going for a drive
I gotta a car and got nothing to hide
She has a car and no reason to hide anything
I payed the bill, just give me a thrill
She paid the bill and wants to have some fun
And now, my oh my, now I'm far from my alley
Now, I am far from my usual spot
Riding along in this pinewood rally
Driving in this pinewood rally
But in the way to the lake, everything is ok
But everything is fine on the way to the lake
With a wild, wild woman
With a crazy, crazy woman
She said, I have a house on the hill
She told me she has a house on top of the hill
And I soon understood
I quickly realized
She didn't take me there to chaperone
She did not bring me there to protect her
She turned on the radio and then she turned me on
She played some music and then sexually aroused me
I give her away my own town
I left behind my own town
I could ___ my city
Could not care less about my town
'Cause this mean woman is so down on pretty
Because this rough woman does not care about being pretty
She is taking a guy like me right out in the world
She is taking someone like me out into the world
Writer(s): bengt palmers
Contributed by Levi O. 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