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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Nights Like This
Icona Pop Lyrics

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High on every sound all the lights are down
Cause they say no mind, I wanna stop the time.
And nights like this we own,
And you will never be alone
Me and my friends grow tall
We make big city small
Yeah, we make big city small!
And we leave none behind!

Come on, stay in this minute now!
We gonna flip these leaves back upside down
In nights like this, you will never be alone!
Never gonna let it go
Tomorrow will... oh, oh
In nights like this, you will never be alone!
You will never be alone!

If I .. I just let go, lose the grin
Yeah, you feel so right, I wanna stop the time!
So let's cash this moment
In the blurer picture
Me and my friends... walls
Nights like this they fall
You know that we made up
And this ain't no dream

Come on, stay in this minute now!
We gonna flip these leaves back upside down
In nights like this, you will never be alone!
Never gonna let it go
Tomorrow will... oh, oh
In nights like this, you will never be alone!
You will never be alone!

Oh, we're alone... in the dark

Changes in the dark
Oh, we can...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Icona Pop's song Nights Like This express a sense of euphoria and togetherness that is obtained through being lost in the music and the moment. The singer is high on every sound and with all the lights down, they feel like time has stopped. The nights they experience are ones in which they never feel alone. They own the moment and make their big city small. The singer and their friends leave none of their own behind.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of staying in the moment and never letting it go. The singer and their friends flip the leaves back upside down, meaning they turn their lives around for the better in these moments. The nights they experience are ones in which they never feel alone. Even if tomorrow is uncertain, they'll be okay in nights like this.

The bridge of the song alludes to the idea of changes happening in the dark. Although darkness usually symbolizes danger, in this sense, it's a time of transformation where the singer and whoever they're addressing are growing and overcoming their struggles.

Overall, the song's lyrics promote the idea of being fully present in the moment and finding happiness and reassurance with those who matter most.

Line by Line Meaning

High on every sound all the lights are down
The music is invigorating and the dim lighting adds to the atmosphere of the moment, making it feel surreal.

Cause they say no mind, I wanna stop the time.
The idea of losing oneself in the moment is encouraged as the desire to prolong it becomes intense.

And nights like this we own,
These moments belong to us and we have complete control over them as we create memorable experiences.

And you will never be alone
Together we are invincible and no one will ever be left out or feel isolated.

Me and my friends grow tall
We radiate confidence as we uplift each other and share a bond that helps us overcome any adversity.

We make big city small
Our unity and camaraderie enables us to make the vast city feel intimate and cozy, eliminating any sense of being lost or overwhelmed.

Yeah, we make big city small!
We take pride in our ability to transform the urban landscape and make it feel more welcoming to newcomers.

And we leave none behind!
We make sure that everyone is included and no one is ever neglected, as we prioritize the harmony of the group over individual success.

Come on, stay in this minute now!
Let's fully immerse ourselves in this moment and relish it as much as we can, without worrying about the past or the future.

We gonna flip these leaves back upside down
We will turn around any negative or unpleasant experiences and make them positive through our resilience and care for each other.

In nights like this, you will never be alone!
Together we are unbreakable and loneliness is never an option.

Never gonna let it go
We will hold onto this memory forever and cherish it as a symbol of our deep connection with each other.

Tomorrow will... oh, oh
As we bask in the moment, we realize that the future is unpredictable and might not be as bright as this moment, but we choose to focus on the present anyway.

If I .. I just let go, lose the grin
If I allow myself to relax and let go of any worries or negative emotions, I will feel lighter and more carefree, with a genuine smile on my face.

Yeah, you feel so right, I wanna stop the time!
The positive energy radiating from the group is infectious and causes us to want to pause time and get lost in the moment forever.

So let's cash this moment
Let's make the most of this moment and squeeze every last drop of enjoyment out of it.

In the blurer picture
In the grand scheme of things, this may seem like a trivial moment, but it is meaningful and valuable to us nonetheless.

Me and my friends... walls
We feel invincible and that no obstacle can stop us as we interact with each other, building stronger bonds.

Nights like this they fall
These special moments happen naturally and spontaneously, and we embrace them as they come.

You know that we made up
We have mended any lingering conflicts or disagreements and are now more united than ever.

And this ain't no dream
This experience is real and authentic, not some unattainable fantasy, and we are grateful for it.

Oh, we're alone... in the dark
There may be moments where we feel isolated or lost, but we know that we can rely on each other to get through it, even in the darkest of times.

Changes in the dark
The unexpected changes and challenges that we face can seem scary at first, but it is possible to cope with them by relying on each other.

Oh, we can...
We have the power to shape and mold our experiences to make them positive and enjoyable, if we work together and support each other.

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