Icona Pop are a Swedish duo who were formed in 2009, with electro house, pu… Read Full Bio ↴Icona Pop are a Swedish duo who were formed in 2009, with electro house, punk and indie pop music influences. The two members, Caroline Hjelt and Aino Jawo, who grew up in Stockholm, Sweden, wanted to create music "which you can both laugh and cry with at the same time". They signed to TEN Music Group in 2009.

In late 2010, their song "Manners" was featured on Kitsuné Maison Compilation 10. "Manners" was later released as their debut single in 2011. It managed to peak at number 15 on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart. "Manners" was followed that year by their debut EP Nights Like This. They released their second EP the year after, titled Iconic EP. The 2012 EP included their hit single "I Love It". The song was written by Patrik Berger, Linus Eklöw and Charlotte Aitchison (Charli XCX). The latter was also featured on the song, singing along with Icona Pop during the chorus. The duo's self titled debut album was released later that year. "I Love It" went to become one of the biggest hits by a Swedish artist since Roxette, with the song peaking at number 7 on the US Hot 100.
In 2013, the duo's international debut album was released.
Singles "We Got The World" and "Girlfriend" did not match up with the success of their predecessor, however the single "All Night" managed to get a gold certification in Canada and topped the US Dance chart. The last single from their debut era, "Just Another Night", only charted on the US Dance chart.

In 2014 Icona Pop toured heavily. They were opening acts for both Miley Cyrus' Bangerz tour and Katy Perry's Prismatic tour. During the year, they also released a new single, "Get Lost". It had more teen pop and country influences compared to their previously EDM inspired music. It did not became as big hit internationally as previous singles, though it became their first single since "Girlfriend" to chart on the Swedish singles chart, peaking at number 58 ("Girlfriend" peaked at number 57).

The single "Emergency" was released during the summer of 2015 and went to become their second biggest hit in their home country: it recieved a platinum certification in Sweden, even though it's peak position on the Swedish chart only was at number 19. Later, an EP was released called Emergency EP, which included the single of the same name and two new tracks. To promote the EP in the US and Canada, the duo were the opening act for One Directions on the North American leg of their On the Road Again tour.

Icona Pop premiered a new song on the Grammis Awards show called "Someone Who Can Dance". Swedish singer Zara Larsson sang the second verse whereas another Swedish artist, Elliphant, sang a new verse after the second chorus. However, the single version of the song excludes the featured artists.

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Downtown
Icona Pop Lyrics

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We walk the streets of the suburbs
You hold my hand like it's all I need
We kiss in the woods behind your parents' place
I whisper, I'll tell you 'bout my dreams

Can we keep it simple? Just give me what I need.
I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

I need to feel you love me
Baby
You should know by now, I like it
I like it when you kiss me downtown

We walk the streets in a circle
We know every corner by heart
Subway south and I'm outta here
Are you in? Are you out?

Loving me is simple, just give me what I need
I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...
I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

I need to feel you love me
Baby
You should know by now, I like it
I like it when you kiss me downtown

Can we keep it simple? Just give me what I need.
I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...
I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

Downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Icona Pop's "Downtown" express a desire for simplicity in a relationship. The couple walks the streets of the suburbs, holding hands, kissing in the woods behind the boy's parents' place, and sharing their dreams with each other. However, the girl expresses that she prefers something a little more exciting, stating that she likes it better when they go downtown, and she likes it when he kisses her downtown.

The request for simplicity in the relationship is reiterated when the girl says "loving me is simple, just give me what I need." The two circle the streets and know every corner by heart, but still, the girl wants to go to downtown, and the boy complies. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the girl's desire for a simple relationship with passionate moments that only happen downtown.

Overall, the song expresses the desire for a simple relationship that still maintains passion and excitement in their moments. The lyrics suggest that the couple finds comfort in each other, and despite the mundane surroundings, they still enjoy their time together. However, they desire an escape from the norm and seek this escape downtown, where they can indulge in their passion.

Line by Line Meaning

We walk the streets of the suburbs
We take a stroll in the quieter part of town away from the city.

You hold my hand like it's all I need
Your simple touch is all I need to feel loved and happy.

We kiss in the woods behind your parents' place
We indulge in intimate moments in secret hiding spots away from the rest of the world.

I whisper, I'll tell you 'bout my dreams
I trust you enough to confide in you about my aspirations and desires.

Can we keep it simple? Just give me what I need.
I don't need grand gestures or lavish gifts, simplicity is all I require for happiness.

I need to feel you love me Baby You should know by now, I like it
I need to feel your love and affection, and you should already know that it's what I like and want.

We walk the streets in a circle We know every corner by heart
We wander around the same familiar streets, so familiar that we know every nook and cranny like the back of our hands.

Subway south and I'm outta here Are you in? Are you out?
I'm looking to make a change and move on, so I'm giving you an ultimatum, are you with me or not?

I like it when you kiss me downtown, town, town...
I crave the passion and spontaneity of kissing in a lively downtown setting.

I like it better when we go to downtown, downtown
I enjoy more the vibrancy and excitement of a bustling downtown than the calmness of the suburbs.

Downtown, downtown
The repeated word emphasizes the importance and appeal of the downtown setting.

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