Hyphen Hyphen, is Santa, Line, Puss and Zak, four students in art & music, magicians of a powerful & uncommon electro-rock sound somewhere between Klaxons, Late of the Pier, Talking Heads, Metronomy and Phoenix. On stage the band has a raw & sophisticated energy, a fresh & dancefloor groove that strikes & takes you, recently they outcome themselves selling 100 CD at the merch stand when the headliner was barely selling 15 copies. They shake your belly & booty with an amazing interactivity with the public through choregraphies, fluo paintings, costumes...
They were officially selected as one of the 30 best new bands in France by le Printemps de Bourges. They have more than 40 gigs planned for 2012, nationwide with options in Portugal, Montreal and England.
At the Cannes Film Festival they played at the villa of the famous culture mag Les Inrockuptibles (NME equivalent), & were acclaimed best concert of the two weeks in front of 2 many DJ’s, Anna Calvi & many others. Not astonishing that they won the Jury prize of the «Les Inrocks lab» competition in june 2011.
Hyphen Hyphen est LA révélation incontournable de la nouvelle scène electro-rock made in France.
Leur énergie vampirisante et sensuelle envoûte les salles de concert de tout l'hexagone.
Après avoir dynamité les scènes de Rock en Seine, Solidays, Calvi on the Rocks ou encore Marsatac, Hyphen Hyphen est nominé par le réseau des SMAC et la FERAROK au prix Best Live 2013.
"Wild Union" leur second EP sorti en 2012 est soutenu par les Inrockuptibles, Tsugi, Modzik, Le Mouv', OUI FM...
Après plus de 100 concerts en 1 an, le groupe se produira encore en 2013 notamment au MEG Montréal, Eurockéennes de Belfort, Sakifo Festival, Nuits Botaniques de Bruxelles, festival Terres de son, etc...
Lauréat Détours ADAMI 2013
Lauréat FAIR 2013
Découvertes Printemps de Bourges 2012
"Dans ce rock cubiste, concassé, défoncé de breaks et riffs cosmiques, ils n’ont aujourd’hui de leçons à recevoir de personne : leur impatience, leur boulimie et leur frénésie sont désormais leurs seuls mentors."
JD Beauvallet / Les Inrockuptibles (2012)
Last Christmas
Hyphen Hyphen Lyrics
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I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
I'll give it to someone
I'll give it to someone special, ooh ooh
Once bitten and twice shy
I keep my distance
But you still catch my eye
Tell me, baby
Do you recognize me?
Well, it's been a year
It doesn't surprise me
(Happy Christmas)
I wrapped it up and sent it
With a note saying, "I love you," I meant it
Now I know what a fool I've been
But if you kissed me now
I know you'd fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone special (special)
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it to someone
I'll give it to someone special
Ooh, ooh, baby
A crowded room
Friends with tired eyes
I'm hiding from you
And your soul of ice
My god, I thought you were someone to rely on
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A man under cover but you tore me apart, ooh-hoo
Now I've found a real love, you'll never fool me again
Last Christmas
I gave you my heart
But the very next day you gave it away
This year, to save me from tears
I'll give it
I'll give it
To someone special
"Last Christmas" by Hyphen Hyphen touches on the theme of heartbreak and feeling deceived in love. The singer recounts giving their heart to someone the previous Christmas, only to have it given away shortly afterward. This act of vulnerability and trust is met with betrayal, leading the singer to close themselves off emotionally to avoid further pain. They vow to give their heart to someone special this year, emphasizing the desire for a more genuine and reciprocated connection.
The repeated mentions of giving away one's heart symbolize emotional investment and the risk that comes with opening up to someone romantically. The lyrics convey a sense of regret and longing as the singer reflects on the past relationship. The line "This year, to save me from tears, I'll give it to someone special" suggests a newfound determination to protect themselves from heartache by being more discerning in choosing a partner.
The lyrics also delve into feelings of disappointment and self-awareness. The singer acknowledges their past naivety and the realization of being deceived, expressing a mix of resignation and lingering hope for a different outcome. The mention of sending love with a note and feeling like a fool indicates a desire for closure and self-forgiveness, despite the pain of being let down.
As the song progresses, there is a shift towards empowerment and growth. The singer recognizes the need to let go of the past and find a real love that won't deceive them. The final declaration of finding real love and not being fooled again signifies a sense of resilience and determination to move forward with a newfound sense of self-worth. Overall, "Last Christmas" encapsulates a journey of heartache, introspection, and ultimately, finding the strength to seek out a more fulfilling and honest connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Last Christmas
Reflecting on the previous holiday season
I gave you my heart
I put my trust and emotions in you
But the very next day you gave it away
You quickly betrayed my trust
This year, to save me from tears
To protect myself from getting hurt again
I'll give it to someone special
I'll share my love with someone deserving
Once bitten and twice shy
After being hurt before, I'm cautious
I keep my distance
I try to avoid getting too close to you
But you still catch my eye
You still grab my attention
Tell me, baby
I wonder if you remember me
Do you recognize me?
Do you remember who I am?
Well, it's been a year
It's been a long time since we last met
It doesn't surprise me
I'm not shocked by your actions
I wrapped it up and sent it
I packaged my love and sent it to you
With a note saying, "I love you," I meant it
I truly meant my declaration of love
Now I know what a fool I've been
I realize how naive I was
But if you kissed me now
If you tried to reconcile with me now
I know you'd fool me again
I understand that you would betray me once more
A crowded room
In a room full of people
Friends with tired eyes
My friends who can see through your facade
I'm hiding from you
I am avoiding you
And your soul of ice
Your cold and unfeeling nature
My god, I thought you were someone to rely on
I believed you were trustworthy
Me? I guess I was a shoulder to cry on
I was there for you in times of need
A face on a lover with a fire in his heart
A partner who is passionate and loving
A man under cover but you tore me apart
You deceived me and hurt me deeply
Now I've found a real love, you'll never fool me again
I've found genuine love and won't be deceived by you again
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: George Michael
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