Lekman recorded and released much of his material privately from 2000 to 2003 on CD-R. Because one of his songs during this time was entitled "Rocky Dennis' Farewell Song to the Blind Girl", Lekman was mistakenly referred to as Rocky Dennis for a while (the song was actually written from the perspective of the main character of the 1985 film Mask). Lekman says that it was a "mistake": "someone thought that was my real name cause I had a song about him, and then radio picked up on it, and I never had a chance to change it". He put the confusion to rest with his Rocky Dennis in Heaven EP (2004).
His self-released 7" vinyl EP Maple Leaves caused a big stir in 2003, mainly due to sound files circulating on file sharing networks. When the same EP was released on CD by the Swedish independent label Service Records in the autumn, he was already a well-known name. The songs Maple Leaves and Black Cab were heavily played on Swedish national radio. He soon signed a contract with the American label Secretly Canadian for releases outside of Sweden. Heavy touring and his debut album soon followed.
His first album When I Said I Wanted to Be Your Dog was released in 2004, and consisted of recordings made between 2000 and 2004 (some tracks had been previously released independently by Lekman). The album attracted attention among the alternative music press in both Europe and the US. The song You Are The Light was a successful radio hit, and a video received some rotation in the Nordic MTV and ZTV. In Sweden the album reached #6 in the national chart. Lekman was nominated for three Swedish Grammies, three P3 Guld and three Manifest awards, as well as dubbed album of the year by Nöjesguiden.
A concert film shot from Lekman's sold-out show with José González at Göteborg's concert hall in December 2003 was broadcast by Swedish national television two times in 2005. In June 2005, a compilation CD of Jens' first three EPs, with extra tracks, was released as Oh You're So Silent Jens. Lekman also had a track on Secretly Canadian's SC100 compilation, released in April 2007.
His latest album, Night Falls Over Kortedala, was released in October 2007, and appeared on many lists for the best albums of said year.
Live performances by Lekman differs in style. Sometimes he performs alone with only a guitar and a CD player, or doing a capella versions of his songs. Other times, he is accompanied by a choir and string quartet, and he was recently seen on tour with a full band (including horns etc) consisting of all women musicians, dressed in white 60s dresses.
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Fan-site/Forum: [http://www.mapleleaves.se]
And I Remember Every Kiss
Jens Lekman Lyrics
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There will be no holding hands tonight
Cause what is now wasn't there before
And should not be
I know I've broken some hearts, I understand
Some firecrackers blow up in your hand
Oh I fucked up, I've always tried to be true
But I would never kiss anyone
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
And I remember every kiss
Like my first kiss
Like my first kiss
When I think back on that night
It was lovely
Vital aching
In your dad's 240
But I would like to keep the memory
Of that kiss as it is
Things get more complicated when you're older
Before you know it you are somebody's soldier
You get a gun and you name it
After a girlfriend
But I swear I'll never kiss anyone
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
And I will cherish every kiss
Like my first kiss
Like my first kiss
Like my first kiss
The lyrics of the song "And I Remember Every Kiss" by Jens Lekman can be interpreted as a reflection of the artist's commitment to his own ideals and values when it comes to love and relationships. The first few lines of the song seem to be a declaration of the artist's decision to not be physically intimate with someone who doesn't meet his expectations, and he seems to be willing to forego any chance of getting what he wants if it is not backed by his personal values. The later lines of the song reveal the artist's memory of his first kiss, his longing to keep the memory intact and uncomplicated, and his willingness to cherish the value of every kiss that meets his standards.
The lyric "But I would never kiss anyone who doesn't burn me like the sun," highlights the importance of passion, intensity, and true connection in an intimate relationship according to the artist. He also acknowledges the mistakes and hurt he may have caused for others while trying to adhere to his values, possibly expressing remorse for his actions but also indicating that he is willing to continue to uphold his principles. The final lines suggest that the artist is aware of the complexity of adult relationships but he remains committed to keeping the value and importance of those early passionate moments alive.
Line by Line Meaning
There will be no kisses tonight
Tonight is not the night for physical affection.
There will be no holding hands tonight
There will be no hand-holding tonight.
Cause what is now wasn't there before
The current situation is not what it once was.
And should not be
And it should remain unchanged.
I know I've broken some hearts, I understand
I am aware that I have caused heartbreak.
Some firecrackers blow up in your hand
Some things can turn out to be very painful.
Oh I fucked up, I've always tried to be true
I have made mistakes, but I have always attempted to be honest.
But I would never kiss anyone
I only kiss those who resonate with me on a deep level.
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
I seek a passionate connection.
And I remember every kiss
I cherish and vividly recall every meaningful kiss.
Like my first kiss
Just like how one remembers their very first kiss.
When I think back on that night
Whenever I reflect on that particular evening.
It was lovely
It was beautiful and enjoyable.
Vital aching
It sparked an intense feeling of longing and desire.
In your dad's 240
It happened in the car of someone's father.
But I would like to keep the memory
I wish to maintain the purity of that memory.
Of that kiss as it is
I want to remember that kiss in its true form.
Things get more complicated when you're older
Growing older brings with it greater complexity in life.
Before you know it you are somebody's soldier
Before you know it, you are committed to someone else's cause.
You get a gun and you name it
You receive a tool and you give it personal significance.
After a girlfriend
You name it after a significant other.
But I swear I'll never kiss anyone
I make a pledge to only kiss those I authentically care for.
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
My passion must be ignited by the person I am intimate with.
And I will cherish every kiss
I will always appreciate and value each and every kiss.
Like my first kiss
Just like how one remembers their very first kiss.
Like my first kiss
Similar to how I cherish my first kiss.
Like my first kiss
Likewise, I hold every kiss in high regard.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: LESLIE BRICUSSE, JERRALD K GOLDSMITH, JENS LEKMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sergej Lovrekovic
jens lekman lyric a day
jens lekman - and i remember every kiss
18/11/2018
my favorite, grandiest, loveliest album opener ever! <3
"But I swear I'll never kiss anyone
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
And I will cherish every kiss like my first kiss"
KAINI INDUSTRIES
this will be missed from spotify :(
Ginny Rose
Imagine making one of the best fucking albums of all time and then taking it down. I legit listen to this top to bottom once a week. A masterpiece.
Mr. Cool
Same, one of my all time faves! but I’m excited for the recreated songs and the bonus tracks!
kdub33
My favorite lyric of this song is the "daddy's 240" line. I love that detail. Having one's first kiss on some rural Swedish lakeside in a Volvo 240 seems so...Swedish. And sweet!
pansztyc
music is just monumental, lyrics are simply brilliant - there are so many great lines in this song but I will go for naming a gun after a girlfriend
Chris Gorski
What a way to open an album
Sergej Lovrekovic
jens lekman lyric a day
jens lekman - and i remember every kiss
18/11/2018
my favorite, grandiest, loveliest album opener ever! <3
"But I swear I'll never kiss anyone
Who doesn't burn me like the sun
And I will cherish every kiss like my first kiss"
Alf Red
This a pretty damn creative song.
cj
Por qué sacaron esta joya de spotify?
Febry Sari Andini
The Reff! 💕