The band achieved international recognition through the inclusion of the track 2Wicky (from A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular) on the soundtrack to Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1996 film Stealing Beauty (Io Ballo da Sola).
The original members of the group were vocalist Liesje Sadonius, keyboardist Frank Duchêne, bass guitarist and programmer Alex Callier, and guitarist Raymond Geerts. Sadonius left Hooverphonic on amicable terms shortly after the release of A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular and was replaced by Geike Arnaert in early 1998. Duchêne left the band after Blue Wonder Power Milk. Arnaert left the band in 2008 and was succeeded by Noémie Wolfs. On March 26, 2015 the band announced that that Noémie Wolfs would be leaving the band "in mutual agreement."
Hooverphonic released their fifth studio album No More Sweet Music in November 2005, featuring four singles: Wake Up, You Hurt Me, Dirty Lenses and We All Float. One year later they released a Best Of album called Singles 96-06. This was their last release under the Sony label.
Hooverphonic released their sixth studio album The President of the LSD Golf Club on 8th October 2007 in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium and Holland, which includes the single Expedition Impossible. European Release January 2008 (although available via mail-order). This was an independent release, recorded at the Willie Nelson studios in the USA.
On October 10, 2008 the management announced that Geike Arnaert would be leaving the band.
After Geike Arnaert and the band parted ways, it took them two years to find a worthy successor to Arnaert. In November 2010 Noémie Wolfs was announced as the new leading lady. A brand new album called The Night Before followed soon after. The new singer was introduced on Belgian television in State Broadcaster VRT's late night show "De Laatste Show" on Thursday November 4th. The title track of the album is their biggest singles' chart success to date. Also, the album soon equaled the success of A Magnificent Tree.
On March 26, 2015 it was announced that Noémie Wolfs would be leaving the band.
Hooverphonic released In Wonderland on March 18, 2016. This release features a number of vocalists including: Emilie Satt, Janie Price (AKA Bird), Felix Howard, Litlo Tinz, Christa Jérôme, and Tjeerd Bomhof.
They were supposed to represent Belgium at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 in Rotterdam with their song "Release Me". The event was cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hooverphonic was the only Eurovision entrant for 2020 who refused to take part in the "Love Shine a Light" performance, where entrants each contributed sections of the song, although a photograph of Luka Cruysberghs was included with the other participants making a hand heart at the end.
On 9th November 2020, Luka Cruysberghs left the band and, on the same day, Geike Arnaert announced her return. Also on the same day, they released a new version of Mad About You for the song's 20th anniversary.
Discography
• A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular (1996)
• Blue Wonder Power Milk (1998)
• The Magnificent Tree (2000)
• Hooverphonic Presents Jackie Cane (2002)
• Sit Down And Listen To... (2003)
• No More Sweet Music (2005/6)
• Singles 96/06 (2006)
• The President of the LSD Golf Club (2007/2008)
• The Night Before (2010)
• With Orchestra (2012)
• Reflection (2013)
• In Wonderland (2016)
My Child
Hooverphonic Lyrics
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My child
Things weren't meant to be
Without tears we cry
Even though we new
It did strike
But this ain't no dream
No, this is life
And all the colours fade
Leaving nothing more
Than a black and white shade on an empty
Shore, a part is gone
And sure we do long
But black and white is so much more than nothing
Oh nothing, at all
Please come back to me
Please come back to me
My child
Yes, we do control a lot
Yes, we do control too much
Overwhelmed by disbelieve
Left in shock
Still our disbelieve is the
Remaining lock
And all the colours fade
Leaving nothing more
Than a black and white shade on an empty
Shore, a part is gone
And sure we do long
But black and white is so much more than nothing
Oh nothing, at all
The lyrics of Hooverphonic's "My Child" evoke a sense of loss and longing, perhaps for a child who has passed away or gone missing. The repeated plea, "Please come back to me, my child," is heartbreaking and underscores the depth of the singer's pain. The lines "Things weren't meant to be / Without tears we cry" hint at a feeling of injustice or unfairness, suggesting that the loss was unexpected or untimely. The singer acknowledges the reality of the situation, saying "But this ain't no dream / No, this is life."
The chorus of the song emphasizes the bleakness of the singer's emotional landscape, with the imagery of fading colors and a black and white shade. The line "But black and white is so much more than nothing" suggests a kind of resignation or acceptance of the current state of things, while the repeated "Please come back to me" shows that the singer still harbors hope for a happy resolution.
Overall, "My Child" is a poignant and affecting song that deals with themes of grief and loss. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, painting a picture of a parent who is struggling to come to terms with a devastating situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Please come back to me
The singer is pleading with someone, likely a lost loved one, to return.
My child
The lost loved one is referred to as the singer's child, indicating a close familial relationship.
Things weren't meant to be
The singer believes that the current situation (presumably the loss of their child) was not part of their fate or destiny.
Without tears we cry
The artist acknowledges that expressing emotions through crying is necessary and natural when dealing with loss.
Even though we new
Despite being aware of the inevitability of the situation, the painful reality still hit hard.
It did strike
The impact of the situation caused significant pain and distress.
But this ain't no dream
The singer acknowledges that this is the harsh reality, not a hopeful dream or wishful thinking.
No, this is life
The artist is coming to terms with the fact that loss and pain are an unavoidable part of life.
And all the colours fade
The vibrancy and joy of life has faded away due to the loss, leaving only darkness and despair.
Leaving nothing more
The loss has stripped away all that was once important or meaningful, leaving nothing in its place.
Than a black and white shade on an empty
The singer is left with an empty, dull existence, represented by the metaphorical imagery of a black and white world.
Shore, a part is gone
The artist acknowledges that a significant part of themselves, represented by the lost loved one, is now missing and can never be replaced.
And sure we do long
The singer still has a deep longing for the lost loved one to return, despite knowing that it is impossible.
But black and white is so much more than nothing
Even though life may seem dull and insignificant without the lost loved one, the singer realizes that it still holds some value and meaning.
Oh nothing, at all
The singer is emphasizing that the loss has left them feeling empty and without purpose, but they are still holding on to hope for the future.
Yes, we do control a lot
The artist acknowledges that humans have the power to control many aspects of their lives, but some things are beyond their control.
Yes, we do control too much
The artist also recognizes that sometimes humans try to control too much, leading to disappointment and devastation when things don't go as planned.
Overwhelmed by disbelieve
The singer is overcome with disbelief and shock, unable to fully process the reality of the loss.
Left in shock
The singer is still in a state of shock and disbelief, unable to fully come to terms with the loss.
Still our disbelieve is the
Despite knowing the reality of the situation, the artist is still struggling to accept it in their heart and mind.
Remaining lock
The disbelief is preventing the artist from moving on and accepting the loss.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALEX CALLIER
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