Since their formation, Europe has released eleven studio albums, three live albums, three compilations and nineteen music videos.
Europe rose to international fame in the 1980s with their third album, 1986's The Final Countdown, which has sold over 3 million copies in the United States and 15 million copies worldwide (including album and single). Europe has sold over 25 million records worldwide. The band has had two top 20 albums on the Billboard 200 chart (The Final Countdown and Out of This World) and two top 10 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart ("The Final Countdown" and "Carrie").
Europe went on hiatus in 1992, reunited temporarily for a one-off performance in Stockholm on New Year's Eve 1999 and announced an official reunion in 2003. Since then the band has released six albums, Start from the Dark (2004), Secret Society (2006), Last Look at Eden (2009), Bag of Bones (2012), War of Kings (2015) and Walk The Earth (2017). They continue to have popular tours.
Europe has achieved new attention in the US due to being featured in a GEICO Insurance cable television commercial campaign viewed for many months across the US in 2015-16.
The band is mainly influenced by Whitesnake, Deep Purple, Rainbow, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, UFO and Michael Schenker Group.
Born in 1979 from the underground rock music scene in the outskirts of Stockholm, Sweden, a young band called 'Force' sprung from the suburbs to win national acclaim in the early 80s, emerging victorious in a nationwide talent contest. Their main influences were arena-ready British hard rock bands of the 70s such as UFO, Thin Lizzy, and Led Zeppelin. Winning a recording contract, core members Joey Tempest (vocals), John Norum (guitar) and John Leven (bass) re-named themselves 'Europe'.
They went on to record and release two spirited albums, 'Europe' and 'Wings of Tomorrow'. They broke through the musical mainstream in both Scandinavia and Japan. The band toured widely on the strengths of these two records, and, in 1984, they recruited new members Mic Michaeli (keyboards) and drummer Ian Haugland. The success these albums generated on their home soil as well as in the Far East landed them an international record deal with Epic Records in New York.
In 1986, Europe went on to release their third album, 'The Final Countdown', which was produced by Kevin Elson (who had notably worked with Journey and Mr Big). Upon its release, gaining major momentum from Moscow to Manhattan and Stockholm to Sydney and elsewhere, that album conquered the airwaves and the epic arena rock anthem that was its title track succeeded in penetrating the global psyche. The prominent (and now arguably legendary) keyboard riff and memorable melodies catapulted "The Final Countdown" into the top ten charts in the U.K and U.S., and it ended up reaching number one in 24 countries. Selling in excess of six million units and resulting in an extensive world tour, 'The Final Countdown' became a global phenomenon.
It was at this time that John Norum chose to leave Europe to pursue a solo career, and he was replaced by another well-known Swedish guitarist, Kee Marcello. About two years later, Europe emerged again with their fourth album, titled 'Out of This World'. Produced by Ron Nevison (who had worked with UFO, Thin Lizzy, and Heart), this album delivered what had become the trademark Europe melodies and inspiring musical arrangements. Also a remarkable success, Europe embarked on a second world tour, and they notably were the first international rock-act to perform behind the 'Bamboo Curtain' in Bombay, India in front of a 60,000-strong audience.
The follow-up to 'Out of This World' approximately came two years later. That album, titled 'Prisoners in Paradise', was inspired by the band's time residing in Los Angeles, California. Upon completion of yet another world tour in 1993, the members of Europe decided to take time out to pursue personal projects and record solo albums.
After an extended hiatus, the band came together again in 1999 (including original guitarist John Norum) on new year's eve in Stockholm Sweden to perform "Rock the Night" and "The Final Countdown", helping to usher in the new millennium. The performance not only marked Europe's first public appearance in almost a decade but also inspired a permanent reunion. Still, the band's members had difficulties getting their plans to come together.
In 2004, with John Norum firmly back in the band, the original Europe lineup returned to the world stage with "Start From the Dark" - a raw, cutting-edge rock album that delivered a brand new style of melodic rock. The release saw the band's welcome return to the road as they embarked on an extensive tour in Europe, the United States, and the Far East. Shortly thereafter, the band returned to the studio to record their 7th studio album titled "Secret Society" which was released in October 2006. Marking the most daring and innovative Europe album to date, "Secret Society" is both a return to their roots as well as a celebration of their collective musical experience and willingness to explore brand new territories. Followed by another world tour, the band continues to work hard to establish themselves yet again. It can be said that there are few bands from the 80's that still remain creative and relevant today with an edgy and modern sound.
Following their summer 2008 European tour, Europe returned to the studio to record and then release their eighth studio effort, " the Last Look at Eden." The band's latest work is "Bag of Bones," which they released in April 2012. Vocalist Joey Tempest remarked that he thought he'd "made a hardcore classic rock record with the blues knocking on the door." Showing that the group has still got it, the album debuted at #2 on Sweden's top album chart and has been certified Gold in Sweden while also receiving strong sales throughout Europe and in the U.K.
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Sucker
Europe Lyrics
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All glammed up to describe the feeling
Making her way through the crowd
Something is driving her wild
She's turning up the stereo she wants everybody to know
She's fixing to see the show
She's a suh suh suh sucker for a guitar hero
Her obsession is legendary
And all her boyfriends temporary
Her idea of a perfect man
Plays a custom through a marshall amp
She's turning up the stereo she wants everybody to know
She's fixing to see the show
She's a suh suh suh sucker for a guitar hero
God knows she can't control her weakness
Sometimes she settles for the local talent
And everyone knows it's a phase
Just happy to kill some time
'Cause she'll be back in her rightful place
When those trucks roll into town
And now she won't need a stereo
Yeah cause everybody will know
That she's right there watching the show
She'll be throwing all her love around
Now the boys are back in town
Until she just can't take it no more
She's a suh suh suh sucker for a guitar hero
The lyrics of "Sucker" by Europe describe a woman who is excited to indulge in her love for music, particularly the sound of an electric guitar. The woman is portrayed as someone who has worked hard just to be able to enjoy her weekend, dressed up and ready to feel the euphoria of live music. Her love for a good electric guitar is unrivaled, and she loves nothing more than to see someone play a custom electric guitar through a Marshall amplifier.
Although she has had many temporary boyfriends, her obsession with guitar heroes is legendary. The lyrics portray her as someone who has found solace in music, and in particular, the sound of an electric guitar. Sometimes she settles for listening to local talent, but everyone knows that this is just a passing phase for her. When the big trucks roll into town, she'll be back in her rightful place, throwing all her love around and enjoying the experience of live music.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sucker" by Europe are a tribute to the power of music and the hold that it can have over an individual's life. The woman in the song is someone who has found comfort, excitement and enjoyment in the sound of a guitar hero and is willing to go to great lengths to experience the thrill of live music.
Line by Line Meaning
She's worked hard to enjoy the weekend
She has put in effort throughout the week just to be able to enjoy and have a great weekend
All glammed up to describe the feeling
She is dressed up and looking her best to reflect the excitement and anticipation she feels
Making her way through the crowd
She is navigating her way through a swarm of people
Something is driving her wild
Her excitement and enthusiasm is overwhelming and uncontrollable
She's turning up the stereo she wants everybody to know
She's increasing the volume of her music loudly as she wants her presence to be known and acknowledged by all around her
She's fixing to see the show
She's eagerly waiting to watch and experience the show to its fullest potential
She's a suh suh suh sucker for a guitar hero
She is a passionate and fervent admirer of guitar playing musicians
Her obsession is legendary
Her intense fascination is renowned and highly regarded by many
And all her boyfriends temporary
Her relationships with boyfriends never seem to last as music and guitar players hold the highest place in her heart
Her idea of a perfect man
The kind of guy who would be perfect in her eyes
Plays a custom through a marshall amp
A talented guitar player who plays music through a specific type of amplifier that produces high-quality sound
God knows she can't control her weakness
She is acutely aware of her weakness and just can't help succumbing to her intense passion for music
Sometimes she settles for the local talent
While she loves guitar heroes, she may also give time and attention to local musicians who show talent and promise, though never losing the love for her beloved guitar heroes
And everyone knows it's a phase
Others around her know that her crazed passion may not last forever
Just happy to kill some time
While she's waiting for something better, she's just trying to pass the time
'Cause she'll be back in her rightful place
She firmly believes that her rightful place in life is to be with guitar heroes and the music they create
When those trucks roll into town
Her excitement peaks when the bands roll into town, the bands that she loves most
And now she won't need a stereo
With the live music playing, she doesn't need her stereo anymore
Yeah cause everybody will know
Everyone will become aware of her presence since she's enjoying the live show and can't suppress her excitement
That she's right there watching the show
She is watching the show with overflowing enthusiasm and admiration for the performers
She'll be throwing all her love around
She's showering the band with her overflowing affection and admiration towards their music
Now the boys are back in town
The music has just gotten started and the band is playing, thrilling the audience with their high-energy show
Until she just can't take it no more
She's so overwhelmed with joy and happiness that it feels unreal and absolutely enjoyable
She's a suh suh suh sucker for a guitar hero
As the music plays and she sees the guitar hero performing, she remains a passionate and devoted admirer, absolutely in awe of the experience
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HAAKAN JAN HAUGLAND, H�KAN JAN HAUGLAND, IAN HAUGLAND, JOEY TEMPEST, JOHN LEVEN, JOHN GUNNAR LEVEN, JOHN TERRY NORUM, MIC MICHAELI
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