The band broke up in 2000, but some band members have had continued (perhaps with greater success): Håkan Hellström recording solo and Dreijer as half of The Knife and solo as Fever Ray.
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past members
Karin Dreijer
John Jern
Staffan Larsson
Fredrik Wennerlund
Johan Hagstrom
Anders Gothberg
Hakan Hellstrom
Carl Larsson
Dan Lepp
Paul Kallman
Christina "Tina" Weibull
Feed The Dog
Honey is Cool Lyrics
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pat the little cat when it comes to you
na na na na
You've got to sing along with birdie when it comes to you
- invite all your friends to party with you
na na na na
The lyrics to Honey is Cool's song "Feed The Dog" seem to be asking the listener to embrace a sense of responsibility and to value relationships with others. The "little dog" and "little cat" are metaphorical representations of our emotional selves, and the lyrics suggest that taking care of these parts of ourselves is essential to our well-being. The idea of "feeding" the dog and "patting" the cat can be interpreted as showing empathy and kindness to ourselves and others, and embracing the importance of self-care and the care of others.
The second half of the lyrics take us in a slightly different direction, suggesting that we should also embrace joy and connection with others. Singing along with the "birdie" and inviting friends to "party" with us reinforce the idea that relationships and shared experiences are important to our overall happiness and well-being. The repetition of "na na na na" adds a playful and catchy element to the song, reinforcing the idea that embracing these values can be fun and joyful.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got to feed the little dog when he comes to you
When an opportunity presents itself to you, you should take care of it and nurture it to grow.
pat the little cat when it comes to you
When a good thing comes your way, you should appreciate it and show it some love.
na na na na
Used as a lighthearted filler to connect the lines and add to the song's rhythm.
You've got to sing along with birdie when it comes to you
When something positive happens, you should celebrate it and involve others in the joyous moment.
invite all your friends to party with you
Share your happiness with those close to you and create a memorable experience together.
Contributed by Lauren D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.