They released three albums during the '90s, with their debut Electronic selling over a million copies worldwide. However, the follow-up Raise the Pressure, despite debuting in the UK Top 10, was a commercial flop by comparison. The group's highest charting singles is 1992's Disappointed, which reached #6 in the UK. The band's biggest American hit was 1989's Getting Away With It which reached #38 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Twisted Tenderness was released in 1999 and again hit the UK Top 10. This third and final studio album was co-produced by influential New York club DJ and dance producer Arthur Baker, with whom Sumner had previously worked on New Order's 1983 hit Confusion, amongst other songs. Marr and Sumner remained the only official members of the band, but were joined by Doves Jimi Goodwin on bass and Black Grape drummer Ged Lynch.
In September 2006 the duo's work was compiled on the album Get The Message - The Best Of Electronic.
Feel Every Beat
Electronic Lyrics
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When you know it's not true and you know it's not right
Got not one ounce, inch of control
You got lust for blood runnin' in your soul
You know if every person upon this earth
Became the image of the mother in a violent birth
We could sow the seed, toss up the sand
And heal this brutal beat-up land
If there's a place to be why don't you come with me
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
There's a mirror on the table, if you feel you could use it
Don't be ashamed, go ahead just do it
Protect your cranium, let it explode
Put your faith in the mother lode
Now if all this seems to be eccentric
Be aware be sure I meant it
The tunnel of love has got no end
I'm well received, but I don't send
"Feel Every Beat" by Electronic discusses the senselessness of violence and the need for unity and love amongst people. The opening lines of the song describe the feeling of being in a violent fight and being unable to control the situation. The next few lines suggest that some people seem to have an innate desire for violence and bloodshed, which is something that society ought to address. The song then takes on a more optimistic tone, suggesting that if everyone were to adopt a more nurturing and caring attitude, we could work together to heal the world we live in.
The chorus of the song invites listeners to join the singer in this journey towards harmony, urging them to listen to their loved ones and take chances in life. The lyrics suggest that we need each other and that there is no need to fight and argue. The use of a mirror is symbolic of self-reflection and personal growth; the message here is that it is okay to take a hard look at oneself and work on improving oneself. The final lines of the song reference the "tunnel of love," suggesting that love is the ultimate destination and that it has no end.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever been a victim in a violent fight
Have you ever been physically assaulted by someone?
When you know it's not true and you know it's not right
And you know that the reason for the fight is baseless and unjustifiable.
Got not one ounce, inch of control
You're unable to control the situation or the person attacking you.
You got lust for blood runnin' in your soul
The urge to fight back is so strong, it's like having a bloodthirsty desire inside you.
You know if every person upon this earth
If everyone in the world,
Became the image of the mother in a violent birth
Embodying the pure and nurturing qualities of a mother during childbirth,
We could sow the seed, toss up the sand
We could plant the seeds of peace and shake off the negativity.
And heal this brutal beat-up land
And heal the world from the violence and destruction caused by our actions.
If there's a place to be why don't you come with me
If there's a better state of being, why not join me in achieving it?
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Listen to the wise advice of your male family members.
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
Seize every opportunity that comes your way, maybe you'll meet someone who can help you in the journey.
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
We don't always need to argue with one another, we just need each other's support and love.
There's a mirror on the table, if you feel you could use it
If you need a reflection of yourself, it's there for you to use at any time.
Don't be ashamed, go ahead just do it
Don't be ashamed of who you are or what you want, just do it.
Protect your cranium, let it explode
Protect your head, but let your mind and creative thinking run free.
Put your faith in the mother lode
Believe in the abundance and richness of the earth.
Now if all this seems to be eccentric
If all of these ideas seem unconventional and strange,
Be aware be sure I meant it
Just know that I truly meant what I said.
The tunnel of love has got no end
The journey of love and self-discovery has no limits or bounds.
I'm well received, but I don't send
I may receive praise and admiration, but I don't actively seek it or return it.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BERNARD (GB 2) SUMNER, JOHNNY MARR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Have you ever been a victim in a violent fight
When you know it's not true and you know it's not right
Got not one ounce, inch of control
You got lust for blood runnin' in your soul
You know if every person upon this earth
Became the image of the mother in a violent birth
We could sow the seed, toss up the sand
And heal this brutal beat-up land
If there's a place to be, why don't you come with me
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
There's a mirror on the table, if you feel you could use it
Don't be ashamed, go ahead just do it
Protect your cranium, let it explode
Put your faith in the mother lode
Now if all this seems to be eccentric
Be aware be sure I meant it
The tunnel of love has got no end
I'm well received, but I don't send
If there's a place to be, why don't you come with me
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
@GarryShepherdDreamGazePostPunk
I wish Electronic would form again, even for just 1 more albun🔥🔥🔥🔥
@michaellubeck8464
I remember when Electronic hit the scene when I was 15 years old. Hearing this songs brings me back to that magical time and this magical music. Other great singles are "Dissapointed" and "Get The Message." Great Great music and a big part of my 15th year of life! This is what I was listening to back then and it's still what I am listening to now; although, this is the first time I heard this song in 10-15 years or so and boi did it bring back the old feelings of being 15 years old. :)
@whiff1962
Michael Lubeck That makes me feel old. And I thought being 28 when they hit the scene was young. LOL
@stevendouglas3860
Guess yr 40 odd lol like me .😄
Electronic debut album was Amazing.
@scorpius1672
Think I was around 16/17, brings back memories also. The first album was excellent and the 'Disappointed' single with the PSB was amazing.
@FastHatTrick
This album is still on regular rotation on my playlist. I have seen New Order once and Johnny Marr once live and they both hit Electronic songs in their set list. I hope to catch Pet Shop Boys at some point as well.
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Have you ever been a victim in a violent fight
When you know it's not true and you know it's not right
Got not one ounce, inch of control
You got lust for blood runnin' in your soul
You know if every person upon this earth
Became the image of the mother in a violent birth
We could sow the seed, toss up the sand
And heal this brutal beat-up land
If there's a place to be, why don't you come with me
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
There's a mirror on the table, if you feel you could use it
Don't be ashamed, go ahead just do it
Protect your cranium, let it explode
Put your faith in the mother lode
Now if all this seems to be eccentric
Be aware be sure I meant it
The tunnel of love has got no end
I'm well received, but I don't send
If there's a place to be, why don't you come with me
Listen to your father, listen to your brother
Take every chance that comes, maybe you'll find someone
We don't need to argue, we just need each other
@desk-jock
Electronic is definitely one of the best collaborations of two of the most iconic bands of all time - New Order and the Pet Shop Boys. I just wish they made more albums; their music is definitely timeless.
@xxjacky12xx31
Remember playing this tune for hours until I got sleep. Then I woke up in the middle of the night and my mother RIP had turned off the stereo and cover me in my bed. 😢😢
Electronic.
@stevendouglas3860
This song is gorgeous. Those synths , guitars are Amazing. ..
I remember buying this album on Tape ....I played it ....forever ...on my Aiwa surround sound Walkman ( it was Amazing that . Japanese built .) Anyway this song is beautiful. Thanks Bernard and johnny ....by the way johnny looked fine didn't he people lol ...