Before they were signed to a major label, they released an EP titled Richter. Many of the songs on Richter are demo versions of songs on their full length debut, Goldfinger, which was released in 1996. Their biggest single was "Here in Your Bedroom", though they also gained recognition from their song Superman, which was featured in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (1) video game. (Their song "Spokesman" was also included in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 video game) Though their second album, Hang-Ups, was less successful, the band still maintained a devoted fanbase in the hardcore community. Their third studio LP was Stomping Ground, which sold poorly in the US but was a modest hit in some European countries, thanks to their cover of Nena's "99 Red Balloons" sung partly in German. 99 Red Balloons was also featured in Gran Turismo 3 A-Spec, as well as the movie Eurotrip. Their next album, Open Your Eyes (2002), was the first for their new record label, Jive/Zomba.
Frontman John Feldmann has produced records for Mest, The Used (whose vocalist Bert McCracken sang some guest vocals on 'Open Your Eyes' and 'Ocean Size') and Story of the Year. He also produced Good Charlotte's single "The Anthem" (whose guitarist Benji Madden provides guest vocals on 'January'), which was originally named "Oracle of Elcaro". He also signed the band Unloco with Maverick Records. In early 2005, they released their first album for their new label, titled "Disconnection Notice". It featured the single "Wasted".
Former band members include bassist Simon Williams, who left the band following Hang-Ups (replaced by Kelly Lemieux), and Brian Arthur, who left the band following Disconnection Notice.
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Happy
Goldfinger Lyrics
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And we were back in '93
We had it all and all was well
And this was where about I fell
But that was then, we could pretend
Our differences would be the end
I take it back, full-blown attack
Now it all just fades to black
I just want to feel alive
Time goes flying by
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
If this is how it's gonna be
Then I might as well be free
If this is how you're gonna act
Then I just won't take you back
I knew you well, I knew you then
But now I can't seem to pretend
Where have we gone, It's been so long?
I just want to feel alive
Time goes flying by
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
If I were you and you were me
And we were back in '93
We had it all and all was well
And this was where about I fell
I would've died, you never lied
Way before we even tried
And if I knew what we'd go through
Would I still be into you?
Still be into you?
I just want to be happy
I just want to be happy
I just want to be happy here sometime
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
The song "Happy" by Goldfinger is a nostalgic reflection on a past relationship that has since become strained. The first verse reminisces on a time when the couple was happy in their relationship, and the singer reflects on the fact that they'd had it all and everything was well, but he had fallen at that same point in time. The second verse is a bit more aggressive in tone as the singer reflects on how things have changed between him and his partner. He acknowledges that he no longer wants to pretend their differences don't exist, and he is now frustrated by the way his partner is acting. He reflects on how things have changed and how long it has been since they were happy together.
The chorus is a repetition of a desire to feel alive and a reflection on how time seems to be going by too fast. The bridge reflects back on their relationship and what it could have been if things had turned out differently. The final verses ask the question of whether, knowing what the future held for them, they would have stayed together, longing for the happiness they once shared.
Despite some of the darker themes of the song, it's important to note that Goldfinger manages to keep the song upbeat through both its melody and the use of the background chorus. The song paints a picture of a relationship in decline but ultimately leaves the listener with the message that it's okay to move on and find happiness again.
Line by Line Meaning
If I were you and you were me
Imagine exchanging places with the person you are having problems with
And we were back in '93
Take yourself back to a simpler time in life
We had it all and all was well
Both parties involved in the discussion had everything they needed and were doing just fine
And this was where about I fell
Something happened at this point in time that caused one person to stumble and fall
But that was then, we could pretend
In the past, there was an opportunity to act as if everything was okay
Our differences would be the end
Those differences would ultimately lead to the end of the relationship
I take it back, full-blown attack
Retracting the previous statement and going on the offensive
Now it all just fades to black
Everything has come to an end and there is no turning back
If this is how it's gonna be
Come to terms with the current situation
Then I might as well be free
If the current situation is not ideal, it's best to be free from it
If this is how you're gonna act
Reacting to the behavior of the other person involved in the discussion
Then I just won't take you back
Choosing not to reconcile with the other person
I knew you well, I knew you then
In the past, there was a good understanding of the other person
But now I can't seem to pretend
It's difficult to pretend that everything is still okay
Where have we gone, It's been so long?
Reflecting on the passage of time and what has happened to the relationship since then
I just want to feel alive
Desiring to experience life in a positive way
Time goes flying by
Feeling like time passes by too quickly
If I knew what we'd go through
Looking back, wondering if they would have made the same decision knowing what would happen in the future
Would I still be into you?
Questioning whether or not they'd still be interested in the other person
I just want to be happy
Ultimately, all they want in life is to be happy
I just want to be happy
Repeating the desire for happiness
I just want to be happy here sometime
Wishing for happiness in the future
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
The chorus repeats as a kind of refrain or mantra
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
The chorus repeats as a kind of refrain or mantra
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
The chorus repeats as a kind of refrain or mantra
Doodoo doodoo doodoo
The chorus repeats as a kind of refrain or mantra
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOHN FELDMANN
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