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Alias of experime… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one band with this name.
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Alias of experimental electronic producer Will Ballantyne, associated with Halcyon Veil.
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City was formed in the early 70s in East Berlin.
Members: Toni Krahl, Georgi Gogow, Fritz Puppel, Klaus Selmke, Manfred Hennig.
Their song "Am Fenster" from 1977 was the first song by an East German band to land a hit in the West German music charts.
http://www.city-internet.de
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CITY is a new glaswegian rock band formed in the summer of 2003. Founding members Steph McCrorie, Phillip Ritchie and Steve Hill set out to create something that is not unique, exclusive or incomparable - but something that is simply exciting. With influences of U2, the Cure and Jimmy Eat World, and the bands own straight-forward "no frills rock and roll" approach to writing music, a distinct and clear success has been achieved.
Find out more at the band website: www.cityisrock.com
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CITY is a new band started by Björn Nilsson from the electronic band Slagsmålsklubben and Tommi Levin from the pop band The High Fives. Their music is a delightful mixture of the two genres and it will make you dance for sure. CITY was formed at a parking lot during the Hultsfred festival (Sweden) in 2008 over a bottle with strong content. See also www.myspace.com/citysweden.
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City was a post-punk band from Italy. They released one album, "City", in 1982.
Snow Queen
City Lyrics
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From her throne she looks down at the clowns
Who think youth can be found in a fountain
High on the wings of her rhythm
She will smile at the guys who come on with their eyes
But she'll never dance with them.
And in smoke filled rooms of electric sound
A legend is built around the snow queen
But with her you will soon bite the dust
And discover you're just a beginner
You may not think you're a loser, but in midair
You'll be hung while you trip on your tongue
And it'll only amuse her
In the morning haze you are frozen there
Caught in the icy stare of the snow queen
No my friend, she doesn't want what you're selling
Go my friend, there must be a place you can hide
And into the night you'll fade, knowing
You lost the game and just how she got
Her name the snow queen
The song "Snow Queen" by City tells the story of a woman who sits atop a snow-covered mountain, ruling over the people who think that youth can be found in a fountain. She is depicted as being powerful, regal and unattainable, as she smiles at the men who try to woo her with their eyes but never dances with them. The lyrics suggest that she is an enigmatic figure who lures people in with her beauty and charisma, only for them to discover that they are no match for her.
The second verse talks about how a legend has been built around the snow queen, particularly in the smoke-filled rooms of "electric sound". The lyrics seem to be describing some sort of nightclub scene, where people come to see and be seen. The snow queen is the focus of everyone's attention, but the song suggests that they are all fooling themselves if they think they can win her over. The chorus warns that anyone who tries to take on the snow queen will soon discover that they are out of their depth, even if they believe themselves to be a winner. She will not be impressed by their empty boasts and will quickly put them in their place before moving on to the next conquest.
The final verse describes the aftermath of someone's failed attempt to win over the snow queen. The person is frozen in place, caught in her icy stare, while she moves on with her life as if nothing happened. The lyrics suggest that the snow queen is not interested in what these people are selling and that they should go and hide somewhere else. The song ends with the ominous warning that anyone who tries to take on the snow queen will ultimately lose the game.
Overall, "Snow Queen" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of romanticising unattainable people. The lyrics suggest that the snow queen is not interested in being won over and that anyone who tries will inevitably end up disappointed. It is a powerful message about self-respect and the importance of not putting others on a pedestal.
Line by Line Meaning
High on a snow covered mountain
The Snow Queen is perched on a mountain covered in snow.
From her throne she looks down at the clowns
She looks down from her position of power on those who underestimate her.
Who think youth can be found in a fountain
Those who believe that they can cling to youthfulness are foolish.
High on the wings of her rhythm
Her confidence is supported by the beat of her own drum.
She will smile at the guys who come on with their eyes
She's aware of those who admire her, but she won't engage with them.
But she'll never dance with them.
She's too powerful to bother entertaining those who seek her attention.
And in smoke filled rooms of electric sound
A mythos has formed around her in nightclubs with powerful music.
A legend is built around the snow queen
She has established a long-lasting reputation for her power and beauty.
You may believe you're a winner
One may think they're on top of the world but then they meet the Snow Queen.
But with her you will soon bite the dust
The Snow Queen will bring her opposition to their knees.
And discover you're just a beginner
Those who are defeated by her realize they had no idea what they were up against.
You may not think you're a loser, but in midair
Even those who are confident in their abilities can be brought down by her.
You'll be hung while you trip on your tongue
She uses her power to humiliate those who oppose her.
And it'll only amuse her
She takes pleasure in the downfall of others.
In the morning haze you are frozen there
Her opponents are left helpless and defeated in the aftermath.
Caught in the icy stare of the snow queen
The Snow Queen's gaze can turn to ice and leave others trapped in its power.
No my friend, she doesn't want what you're selling
The Snow Queen is not interested in buying what you're selling.
Go my friend, there must be a place you can hide
Her opposition has no chance of winning and must find a safe place to hide.
And into the night you'll fade, knowing
The defeated will disappear into the night, realizing their defeat.
You lost the game and just how she got
The Snow Queen is victorious, and her opponents wonder how she won.
Her name the snow queen
Her identity remains that of the Snow Queen, a symbol of power and beauty.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING, GERRY GOFFIN
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