She had her Norwegian debut in 1998 with the single Unforgivable Sinner (released October 12, 1998) it proved to be a huge hit as it reached number one and kept that position for 8 weeks. It was also the fastest selling single in Norwegian music history, and appeared in the Norwegian movie Schpaaa.
Her second album, Another Day, was released on September 22, 2003. Her third album, Lost in a moment, was released on June 13, 2005. The first single from that album, "How Would It Be," was released in stores in Europe on May 24, 2005. Her fourth album Twist the Truth was released 30th March 2009, and has been certified gold in Norway.
Lene won four awards (Best Pop Solo Artist, Best Single (Sitting Down Here), Best Newcomer and the Artist Of The Year) at the Norwegian equivalent to the Grammy awards 1999 (Spelleman), as well as the MTV-Europe award for Best Nordic Act in Dublin, Ireland on November 11, 1999.
Hope You're Happy
Lene Marlin Lyrics
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What you say you didn't see
I can show you all my scars you know
The ones I keep inside of me
Would that make it easier
Or would it be the same
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
I can tell about the times you know
When I wished to leave this world
I can read to you the letters I wrote
All the words you say you've never heard
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
In the song "Hope You're Happy," Lene Marlin reflects on a past relationship and expresses her regret for not being able to live up to her partner's expectations. The first verse talks about the individual's failure to notice the pain that Marlin was suffering from, even though it was apparent to her. She suggests that she could show the scars she holds inside, but she questions whether that would make a difference. This verse highlights the emotional distance between the two people in the relationship.
The second verse refers to the letter Marlin wrote expressing her desire to leave the world. The letter had gone unheard, and it was as if the partner was not interested in understanding the depth of Marlin's pain. She apologizes for not being perfect enough and questions what her partner is thinking. She hopes that they are okay and that their conscience is clear, while also expressing a desire for her partner to be happy.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the singer's wishes for her partner's well-being, while also suggesting that she wants to let go of any negativity and move forward. Overall, the song showcases the pain and regret of a relationship that did not work out.
Line by Line Meaning
I can speak about the pain you know
I understand how you feel because I have gone through similar pain
What you say you didn't see
You pretend as if you are unaware of my struggles
I can show you all my scars you know
I can reveal my innermost vulnerabilities to you
The ones I keep inside of me
The emotional scars that have been hidden within me
Would that make it easier
Would revealing myself make it easier for you to understand?
Or would it be the same
Are you going to continue pretending as if everything is fine?
Sorry that I could not be
I apologize that I couldn't meet your expectations of perfection
As perfect as you wanted me
You expected me to be faultless and flawless
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I am curious about what is happening in your thoughts
I sure hope you're fine
I hope you are doing well
I hope your conscience is clear
I hope you have no guilt about your actions
Hope you're happy
I hope you have found the happiness you were searching for
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"Hope You're Happy" I can speak about the pain you knowWhat you say you didn't see
I can show you all my scars you know
The ones I keep inside of me
Would that make it easier
Or would it be the same
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
I can tell about the times you know
When I wished to leave this world
I can read to you the letters I wrote
All the words you say you've never heard
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
Sorry that I could not be
As perfect as you wanted me
Just wondering what's going on in your mind
I sure hope you're fine
I hope your conscience is clear
Hope you're happy
@27elt
This song is wonderful on every level: the music, the text, Lene's voice, the band. EVERYTHING.
@MsLadyCatherine
I love this song ! this acoustic version is really beautiful !!! Lene touch me with her voice...
@karinaeija
what an amazing voice so sincere and out of this world
@waymilky101
Back in 2010, there was a girl from Tunisia who dedicated me to this song. we were on a long distance, and now I came back for this masterpiece 2023
@byte2binary
For some reason this version sounds better than the one on Album. Really Nice !
@SusanneBirkvad
She is fantastic, woman and wonderful singer. Have allways admired her for her deepness.
@ruzqt4me
Thanks for sharing this. I love the song, and have been a Lene fan for years.
@lonelykittenboy
i love this song, these lyrics, this singer... her voice
@MirasPatas
tento song mě vždy vezme za srdce
@artmarty88
beautiful! I wish this had been the version in the album! thanks for the video!