Their 1993 offering Ever was marked by the return of original singer, Peter Nicholls, and was one of the first of the progressive revival of the '90s. He had previously quit the band in 1985 to be replaced by vocalist Paul (P.L.) Menel, but Nicholls' return was widely welcomed by IQ fans.
They have continued to tour and record but work on a new studio album had been delayed following the departure of keyboardist and founder member Martin Orford after 26 years in the band, however the new album Frequency was released in 2009 and marked a return to the early 80's IQ sound.
2. South Londoner IQ is a fresh-faced 16-year-old-who is putting together his own mix of bashment, grime and rap, mixing the melodic Auto-Tune flow of the likes of Popcaan with some UK grit. Having learnt his trade during a stint in Jamaica with his big brother, dancehall artist QQ, IQ has been delivering a fusion sound that’s unlike anyone else in the UK. His track ‘Tell A Paigon Try’ is a perfect example of the young MC’s talent, with hard skengman lyrics delivered in a melody that could have been one of Justin Bieber’s tropical cut.
Having dealt with some serious drama at a young age (IQ was close to Showkey and M.Dot, both murdered in gang-related beef in 2016), recent interviews have shown him to be an artist mature for his age and looking to focus on music. With plenty of unreleased tracks to drop over coming months, IQ is going to rise rapidly in 2017.
2. An AOR band from Stockholm, Sweden. They started out under the name IQ as a pure hard rock band, but changed their name to Guardian Angels.
Wurensh
IQ Lyrics
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But don't hold that against me
Mum's a lawyer, Dad's got a bank
But really I'm OK
Should I stop or should I go
I'm full of indecision
I'd throw it away for a dollar a day
If I could be like...
You can call round any time of day and see
Me and my family
These things are sent to try us
Or to land us in hot water
Turning grey as my Tube record plays
When I call you, come as you are
You don't need fancy cars or finery
You don't need a credit card to buy me
They'll never understand I bite the hand that's feeding me
Saying I must be mad--that's a matter of opinion
You, I'll give you all of my affection
You and I can celebrate defection
Get up and go tonight, I've seen the light that's leading me
Saying that I'll be back well that's a matter of opinion
We'll work we don't care how long it takes us
We'll save we'll buy that house on the hill some day
Never thought I'd be the black sheep of the family
Never thought I'd be the black sheep of the family
Control me, console me, conceive me, consume me
We all need some space
Just a little room to breathe
My girl friend sees me
I know that I couldn't do it alone
We will shine for you
Come and share the atmosphere up here, now that we're
Over, over the moon
It feels like we're in Heaven, Heaven
Over, over the moon
It feels like we're in Heaven now
Over, over the moon
It feels like we're in Heaven, Heaven
Over, over the moon
It feels like we're in Heaven now
Never thought I'd be the black sheep of the family
The lyrics to IQ's song Wurensh describe a young man's personal struggles with indecision and feeling like he doesn't fit in with his family's status. Despite his family's wealth and success, he is content with a simpler lifestyle and wishes he could be more like someone who values personal connections over material possessions. The lyrics also acknowledge that life can be difficult and challenging, but ultimately it's up to us to make the best of it and find our own happiness.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of conflict between the singer and his surroundings. He feels like he doesn't quite fit in with his family's expectations and society's norms, but at the same time, he struggles with his own decisions and desires. The line "These things are sent to try us, or to land us in hot water" is particularly poignant in highlighting the challenges we all face in life.
The final lines of the song, "Never thought I'd be the black sheep of the family," serve as a powerful reminder that sometimes we may feel like we don't fit in or belong, but that's okay. We are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow, and it's up to us to determine our own sense of self-worth and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I am just a small town boy
I come from a humble background
But don't hold that against me
However, my upbringing does not define me
Mum's a lawyer, Dad's got a bank
My parents are successful in their careers
But really I'm OK
But personally, I am content with who I am
Should I stop or should I go
I am frequently indecisive
I'm full of indecision
I struggle with making choices
I'd throw it away for a dollar a day
I am not particularly materialistic
If I could be like...
However, there are others I admire
You made me promise not to mention
I have been asked not to reveal certain details
You can call round any time of day and see
But my doors are always open to you
Me and my family
My family is a source of support
These things are sent to try us
The challenges we face are tests of our perseverance
Or to land us in hot water
But sometimes they can lead to problems
Turning grey as my Tube record plays
I am getting older, as reflected by my music taste
When I call you, come as you are
I value authenticity and acceptance
You don't need fancy cars or finery
Material possessions are not essential to me
You don't need a credit card to buy me
I am not high-maintenance
They'll never understand I bite the hand that's feeding me
Others may not comprehend why I am critical of those who support me
Saying I must be mad--that's a matter of opinion
Some may view me as irrational
You, I'll give you all of my affection
However, I am capable of deep love and devotion
You and I can celebrate defection
Together, we can embrace our differences
Get up and go tonight, I've seen the light that's leading me
I have a sense of purpose and am motivated to pursue it
Saying that I'll be back well that's a matter of opinion
But some may doubt my ability to stay committed
We'll work we don't care how long it takes us
Nevertheless, I am willing to labor persistently
We'll save we'll buy that house on the hill some day
With hard work and diligence, I am optimistic about our future
Never thought I'd be the black sheep of the family
But I had not anticipated being an outlier in my kin
Control me, console me, conceive me, consume me
I am vulnerable and seek comfort and validation
We all need some space
Yet we also require personal autonomy
Just a little room to breathe
A small amount of freedom can be liberating
My girl friend sees me
My romantic partner understands me
I know that I couldn't do it alone
I rely on others for support and companionship
We will shine for you
We aspire to impress
Come and share the atmosphere up here, now that we're
Join us in our elevated sphere
Over, over the moon
We are ecstatic
It feels like we're in Heaven, Heaven
We feel as if we have attained paradise
It feels like we're in Heaven now
This moment is euphoric
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HOMES, GEOFFREY MARTIN ORFORD, PAUL LIVERSIDGE MENEL, PAUL NIGEL COOK, TIMOTHY JOHN ESAU
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