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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We Got The World
Icona Pop Lyrics
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Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world, we got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo
We can live fast, fly young
Everyday we celebrate just like we want
Only you and I, DWI
Just come into my arms
I will get you life drunk
We'll be burning ground
Us against the world tonight
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
Aiming for the stars, Jupiter and Mars
We can ride a rocket and go so far
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
We got the world
We got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo
Black shades, bright nights
Back to back we'll do this 'til the end of time
You and I live, we don't learn
Everyday we fight it out then let it burn
Just come into my arms
I will get you life drunk
We'll be burning ground
Us against the world tonight
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
Aiming for the stars, Jupiter and Mars
We can ride a rocket and go so far
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
We got the world
We got the world, we got the world
The lyrics to Icona Pop's "We Got the World" describe a carefree and adventurous spirit that refuses to be judged or restrained. The opening lines acknowledge that society may view those who embrace life to the fullest as "freaks" or "high," but the singers brush off these criticisms and continue to live boldly. The chorus confidently declares that they "got the world" and repeats this phrase with a playful and infectious melody. The verses boast of living fast and young, celebrating every day, and finding ways to pursue their dreams without compromise. The bridge of the song describes a potent connection between the two singers, inviting the listener to join them in a wild and rebellious night. The final lines reiterate the central message of the song, proclaiming that they aim for the stars and refuse to be held back by anyone.
One interpretation of this song is that it celebrates the joy of living in the moment and embracing one's individuality, despite societal pressures or expectations. It encourages listeners to channel their own inner "freak" or "rebel" and to find their own paths to happiness and fulfillment. Another possible interpretation is that the song is a call to action for people to come together in a collective spirit of adventure and possibility, to explore the world and push boundaries together. Regardless of how one interprets the lyrics, they offer an upbeat and inspiring message that can motivate listeners to pursue their dreams and embrace their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
People may judge us and label us as 'freaks' when we are enjoying ourselves
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
Others assume we are under the influence of drugs when we show love and kindness
But we're just living life and we never stop
We are simply enjoying life to the fullest and not letting anyone bring us down
We got the world, we got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo
We are empowered and have the whole world at our feet
We can live fast, fly young
We choose to live life in the fast lane and enjoy every moment of it
Everyday we celebrate just like we want
We celebrate life every day on our own terms
Only you and I, DWI
We party together and don't let anyone bring us down
We found a way to live the dream until we die
We have found a way to pursue our dreams and live life to the fullest until the very end of it
Aiming for the stars, Jupiter and Mars
We have big aspirations and want to achieve great things
We can ride a rocket and go so far
We believe that we can conquer any challenge and reach new heights
Black shades, bright nights
We are unapologetically ourselves, navigating through life with confidence and boldness
Back to back we'll do this 'til the end of time
We are in this together and will support each other through thick and thin
You and I live, we don't learn
We choose to live in the moment and not just learn from past experiences
Everyday we fight it out then let it burn
We confront our challenges head-on and then move on, not dwelling on negativity
Just come into my arms
We want to share the good times with someone special
I will get you life drunk
We want to share our zest for life with that special someone
We'll be burning ground
We will leave our mark and make a difference wherever we go
Us against the world tonight
We are in this together and will tackle any challenge that comes our way
Lyrics © CTM Outlander Music LC, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aino Jawo, Caroline Hjelt, Elof Fred Karl Loelv, Jimmy Kennet Koitzsch, Linus Johan Eklow, Nicole Morier, Tove Lo
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They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
We got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo...
We can live fast, fly young
Everyday we celebrate just like we want
Only you and I, DWI
We found a way to live the dream until we die
Just come into my arms
I will get you life drunk
We'll be burning ground
Us against the world tonight
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
We got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo...
Black shades, bright nights
Back to back we'll do this 'til the end of time
You and I live, we don't learn
Everyday we fight it out then let it burn
Just come into my arms
I will get you life drunk
We'll be burning ground
Us against the world tonight
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
We got the wo-wo-wo-wo-wo...
They say you're a freak when we're having fun
Say you must be high when we're spreading love
But we're just living life and we never stop
We got the world
We got the world
We got the world
Icona Pop
Our new single NEXT MISTAKE is out now!!
https://youtu.be/1Vi0dnfrCws 💖💚
ken karwoski
For kids in the late nineties, the 2000's, and the early 2010's, these were AWESOME times. NO TikTok, NO CoviD, and NO politics, JUST AWESOME music and AWESOME memories!
Rohaan Khan
Yeah we still can have fun
Parrazarre
Tiktok isn't that bad, Covid 19 was there only since 2019 and Politics are not a new thing. I get were you're going but it's just nostalgia tbh.
THAT Guy
I'm guessing I'm about 10 to 15 years older than the poster, and I stare at the comment in amused bewilderment. Getting nostalgic for the era of 9/11 and Bush? Hah!
Obviously, it was the late eighties and early nineties that were the true Golden Age of America. Nothing horrible happening there that my middle-class child's mind couldn't comprehend! No sir!
(And I'm just joshing you. I was just entering adulthood at that time, and wondering if kids would still be able to look back on what seemed to me a real mess with any sort of fundness. These kind of comments honestly make me happy.)
Hermann der Große
Damn this is so cringe
Kalakakakzk
Such a wholesome comment! 100% agree even when I was born in the late 2000’s. Wish I was born earlier
Rebecca Courtney
Saw them live. They are pretty good to be honest!
Janaina Pereira
amo essa música!
Saiprasad Prabhu
This song never gets old <3