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.
Twisted Tenderness
Electronic Lyrics
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Right outside it's a cruel world something happening it's distracting you're just bad news girl
l Never let that feeling die all you've got to do is tell a little lie don't you know it's true I will never let you down spread this message all around that I hope and that I pray you can turn my life around
Take a look out there we're under house arrest and you don't care We could always be friends but you were careless right till the end I feel guilty oh it's such a shame it's frustrating it's a sad thing and there's no one else to blame Never let that feeling die all you've got to do is tell a little lie don't you know it's true
I won't ever let you down spread this message all around that I hope and that I pray you won't take my love to town Tell a little lie tell a little lie that's all you have to do is tell a little lie tell a little lie tell a little lie Don't you know it's true Right outside It's a cruel world something happening it's distracting you're just bad news girl Never let that feeling die all you've got to do is tell a little lie don't you know it's true I will never let you down spread this message all around That I hope and that I pray you won't take my love to town Tell a little lie tell a little lie that's all you have to do is tell a little lie tell a little lie tell a little lie don't you know it's true don't you know it's true don't you it's true don't you know it's true.
The lyrics to Electronic's song "Twisted Tenderness" seem to convey a sense of frustration and confusion in a relationship. The singer seems to be stuck in a situation with someone who they know they shouldn't be involved with, but can't seem to let go of. They feel trapped in a "twisted tenderness" that ultimately leaves them feeling empty and numb. The line "you've got me in a mess you know it's true out in the wilderness here without you" suggests that the singer feels lost and alone without this person, even though they know that being with them is causing them harm.
The repeated line "never let that feeling die all you've got to do is tell a little lie" seems to suggest that the singer is willing to believe whatever they need to in order to keep the relationship going, even if it means lying to themselves or others. They hope and pray that this person will turn their life around and make everything better, but it seems unlikely that things will improve. The line "we could always be friends but you were careless right till the end" suggests that the singer is willing to settle for less than they want just to keep this person in their life, even though they know the relationship is toxic.
Overall, the lyrics to "Twisted Tenderness" seem to convey a sense of desperation and hopelessness when it comes to relationships. The singer knows that they're in a bad situation, but they can't seem to let go of the person who's causing them harm. They're willing to do whatever it takes to keep the relationship going, even if it means lying to themselves and others. In the end, though, it seems unlikely that anything will change, and the singer will be left feeling empty and alone.
Line by Line Meaning
You must think that I'm a fool this twisted tenderness just leaves me cool
You probably think I'm naive, but your manipulative actions towards me no longer have an effect on my emotions.
You've got me in a mess you know it's true out in the wilderness here without you
You have caused chaos in my life and I am currently lost and alone without your presence.
Right outside it's a cruel world something happening it's distracting you're just bad news girl
The world can be harsh and unforgiving, and you seem to be caught up in something negative that is taking your attention away from our relationship.
Never let that feeling die all you've got to do is tell a little lie don't you know it's true I will never let you down spread this message all around that I hope and that I pray you can turn my life around
Don't let our love fade away, even if it means occasionally lying to preserve it. I want everyone to know that I have faith in you and believe that you can change my life for the better.
Take a look out there we're under house arrest and you don't care We could always be friends but you were careless right till the end I feel guilty oh it's such a shame it's frustrating it's a sad thing and there's no one else to blame
We are trapped and restricted, and you seem indifferent to our situation. We could have tried to remain friends, but your reckless behavior ultimately destroyed our relationship. I feel remorseful and it is disappointing and unfortunate that no one else is at fault.
Tell a little lie tell a little lie that's all you have to do is tell a little lie tell a little lie tell a little lie Don't you know it's true
I am urging you to lie in order to save our relationship, and I am reminding you that it's just a small fib that won't hurt anyone.
I won't ever let you down spread this message all around that I hope and that I pray you won't take my love to town
I promise to never disappoint you, and I want everyone to know that I am praying that you will not leave me for someone else.
That I hope and that I pray you won't take my love to town Tell a little lie tell a little lie that's all you have to do is tell a little lie tell a little lie tell a little lie
I am hoping and praying that you won't leave me for someone else, and I am urging you to tell a small lie to preserve our love.
don't you know it's true don't you know it's true don't you it's true don't you know it's true.
I am emphasizing the truth of my words and asking you to understand and believe that everything I am saying is true.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BERNARD (GB 2) SUMNER, JOHNNY MARR
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Edgardo Gregorini
Beautiful song From a wonderful album
lars kirk
great song great production Bernard is a genius
gemma brown
fantastic band, amazing track! Bernard Sumner amazing guy
lars kirk
my thoughts exactly
Paul Caron
I came across a two CD set of this that thankfully I still have! I have fricken loved Electronic right from start.
Tony Knuppel
what a great pop song!
Collette Post
it's got trance music Agnelli and Nelson Everyday sound backing track
Sergio Vilches
Con está canción dan ganas de salir corriendo y no parar sublime
Edgardo Gregorini
Mismo que si , es una belleza
De otro mundo 🙌🙌
Ashley Miller
Electronic makes my heart soar.