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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Girlfriend
Icona Pop Lyrics
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All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
Where would you be, be without me
We'll never find out
What would I do, do without you
Talking bout the lights, the dirt, the sh-t, that hurts
We're not gonna turn around
We're doing this for good, for worse
The gift, the curse, we're not gonna back down
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, the wind in my face
The speed, the chase, na na na
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, just wanna cross the states, making up as we go
That's how's gon' be, young wild and free
Not gonna slow down
Up to the max, until we crush, we're not gonna stop now
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
Na na na, na na na
Na na na, na na na
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
In Icona Pop's song "Girlfriend", the duo sings about their unbreakable bond with their closest friend or romantic partner, referring to them as their "girlfriend". The lyrics convey the idea that no matter what obstacles they may face in life, they can rely on their partner to be there with them until the very end.
The first verse sets the tone for the song, with the repeated phrase "na na na" acting almost as a chant or mantra. The duo declares that they only need their girlfriend in their life and that they will stick together through thick and thin. The second verse is more introspective, with the singers pondering what life would be like without each other, ultimately acknowledging that they cannot answer the question.
The chorus reinforces the idea that the two are inseparable and that they will continue to navigate life's ups and downs together. They mention the "lights, the dirt, the sh-t, that hurts", emphasizing that no matter what difficult situations they may encounter, they won't back down. The bridge expresses their desire for adventure and excitement, with the singers wanting to feel the sun, the waves, and the wind in their faces as they roam across the states.
Overall, the song Girlfriend celebrates the bond between two people who share a deep connection and who will support each other no matter what life throws their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Na na na, na na na
No significant literal meaning
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
I am content with having only my girlfriend by my side in this corrupt world
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
I am committed to my relationship and will be with my girlfriend until the end
Where would you be, be without me
I am essential to your life
We'll never find out
It's impossible to know
What would I do, do without you
I cannot imagine my life without you
We'll never know now
It's impossible to know
Talking bout the lights, the dirt, the sh-t, that hurts
We're acknowledging the painful aspects of our lives
We're not gonna turn around
We won't go back on our decisions
We're doing this for good, for worse
We are committed to this relationship through thick and thin
The gift, the curse, we're not gonna back down
We accept the challenges that come with this relationship and won't give up
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, the wind in my face
I want to experience the world with my girlfriend
The speed, the chase, na na na
We're enjoying the excitement of life together
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, just wanna cross the states, making up as we go
We want to travel and enjoy new experiences while improvising our plans
That's how's gon' be, young wild and free
We're living in the moment and embracing our youth
Not gonna slow down
We won't let anything hold us back
Up to the max, until we crush, we're not gonna stop now
We will continue to push ourselves to the limit without giving up
Na na na, na na na
No significant literal meaning
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
I am content with having only my girlfriend by my side in this corrupt world
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
I am committed to my relationship and will be with my girlfriend until the end
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Cloud9, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Mikkel Eriksen, Tor Hermansen, Tyrone Wrice, Darryl Harper, Mark Knight, Ricky Rouse, Markus Sepehrmanesh, Tupac Shakur, Caroline Hjelt, Aino Jawo, Caweh Passereh, James F Reynolds
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Na na na, na na na
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
Where would you be, be without me
We'll never find out
What would I do, do without you
We'll never know now..
Talking bout the lights, the dirt, the sh-t, that hurts
We're not gonna turn around
We're doing this for good, for worse
The gift, the curse, we're not gonna back down
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, the wind in my face
The speed, the chase, na na na
I wanna feel the sun, the waves, just wanna cross the states, making up as we go
That's how's gon' be, young wild and free
Not gonna slow down
Up to the max, until we crush, we're not gonna stop now
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
Na na na, na na na
Na na na, na na na
All I need in this life of sin is me and my girlfriend
Down to ride till the happy end, is me and my girlfriend
@IconaPop
Our new single NEXT MISTAKE is out now!!
https://youtu.be/1Vi0dnfrCws 💖💚
@CheeseSandwich
Icona Pop yeet
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Love your music ❤️❤️❤️
@johnaustx
Icona Pop Going out on a limb..... Your next mistake is same mistake in 2013..... LOVE YOU!!!!!! 😉😉😉 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
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@jacobjacob1997
This is the "I'm not from tiktok" button
@xc7336
Here before TikTok ruins this song. I hope not though.
@SotPSotPSotP
this is f your comment button
@tijeybeg5208
Jay Cop, I also don't like TikTok.