The roots of Mando Diao date back to 1995 when Björn Dixgård was a member of a band called Butler. Band members came and went; four years later, the remaining line-up chose to proceed more seriously in their musical efforts. Björn Dixgård and Gustaf Norén locked themselves up in a summer house and spent six months writing songs. The now-renamed band, along with Samuel Giers and Carl-Johan Fogelklou, made their first public performances in the clubs of their hometown Borlänge in 1999. A local writer described them in an article as the best unsigned band he had ever seen. This was soon followed by a record deal with EMI Sweden. In 2002 their first album Bring 'em In was released in Sweden. It contains early demo versions of their songs, partly recorded in the basement of keyboarder Daniel Haglund who left the band later in 2003. In 2003 the album was released internationally, along with their debut single Sheepdog. In 2004, Mats Bjorke officially joined the band to replace Haglund's departure. In the same year, the band is hailed enthusiastically by the music press as one of the most sanguine newcomer bands of the year. The album Hurricane Bar was released in 2005. Their third album, released in Europe and Japan in September, 2006 is called Ode To Ochrasy, which the band say has a "darker" feel, and features the single Long Before Rock 'n' Roll. To promote the release of the album, the band toured Germany, supported by Razorlight and Johnossi. They also supported Dirty pretty things on their tour in England. The album was a big success and they won many prizes in their home country Sweden. Ode To Ochrasy was released in spring 2007 in US and Mando Diao toured the US to promote it.
The band released a new album titled "Never Seen The Light Of Day" on October 24th 2007.
The band supported The Bravery on their 2005 tour, along with Los Angeles band The Colour.
Their songs Down in the Past and The Wildfire (If It Was True) feature on the EA Sports games NHL 2006 and NHL 08 respectively, whilst God Knows features on FIFA 06.
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If I Don't Live Today Then I Might Be Here Tomorrow
Mando Diao Lyrics
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Off funeral flowers in white
Why did you hurt me so?
You said that you never stood out
So go kiss Ann on the cheek, she's never weak
She likes the way you betrayed me
Then I might be here tomorrow
If I don't live today
Then I might be here tomorrow
Be here tomorrow
Watch me shine
As all the lights closes down
That's just a talent of mine
You know I die whenever I want
So go chase fortune when I'm gone
I'm guilty of reading my own past
don't forget if I don't live today
Then I might be here tomorrow
If I don't live today
Then I might be here tomorrow
If I don't live today
Then I might be here tomorrow
If I don't live today
Then I might be here tomorrow
Mando Diao's song "If I Don't Live Today Then I Might Be Here Tomorrow" has a deep and introspective theme. The song is about a troubled relationship that has ended on a sour note, with the singer being hurt by their partner. The opening line "Take my hand, Off funeral flowers in white" signifies the break-up and the rejection of anything to do with death, suggesting that the relationship is over for good. The singer then goes on to ask why their partner hurt them so much, showing a sense of betrayal and pain.
The lyrics "You said that you never stood out, So go kiss Ann on the cheek, she's never weak, She likes the way you betrayed me" reveal the sense of jealousy that the singer feels towards their ex-partner. They want their ex-partner to go and find someone who appreciates their cold and unemotional personality, someone like their friend Ann. However, the singer warns them of the possibility of their own death, suggesting that life is short and unpredictable, and they should not take it for granted.
The lyrics "Watch me shine, As all the lights close down, That's just a talent of mine, You know I die whenever I want" says that the singer is someone who is comfortable in their darkness, and they have the power to choose when to come out of it. They have a talent for shining brighter when things get dark. They encourage their ex-partner to chase fortune when they're gone, and take advantage of opportunities because life is unpredictable.
In conclusion, "If I Don't Live Today Then I Might Be Here Tomorrow" is a song that conveys a deep message of love, pain, and the fragility of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Take my hand
Join me in this moment and let us share this experience together
Off funeral flowers in white
Let us move away from the solemnity of death in traditional funeral flowers dressed in white
Why did you hurt me so?
I am in pain, and I do not understand why you caused it
You said that you never stood out
You claimed to be unremarkable, but your actions have proven otherwise
So go kiss Ann on the cheek, she's never weak
Go, seek comfort from another, who may be just as strong as you
She likes the way you betrayed me
She may be drawn to your deceptive, disloyal behavior
But don't forget if I don't live today
Remember that I may not be alive to face the consequences of your actions tomorrow
Then I might be here tomorrow
My existence in the future is not assured if I do not face life head-on today
Watch me shine
Observe my resilience and my ability to overcome obstacles
As all the lights closes down
Despite the darkness surrounding me, I still radiate light
That's just a talent of mine
Remaining hopeful and bright even in difficult times is a skill that I possess
You know I die whenever I want
I have control over my life and when it ends, as death is ultimately inevitable
So go chase fortune when I'm gone
Pursue success and happiness when I have departed this world
I'm guilty of reading my own past
I am aware of my own history, and take responsibility for my actions and decisions
If I don't live today
If I do not seize the present moment
Then I might be here tomorrow
I may not be present to experience tomorrow and its possibilities
If I don't live today
If I do not make the most of my time today
Then I might be here tomorrow
I may miss out on the opportunities that tomorrow brings
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BJORN DIXGARD, BJORN OLSSON, GUSTAF NOREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pablo N. Rivero
Beautiful ❤🎵🙌
Apan
This music video is beautiful❤️ the song too obviously
Kromasol Adán
I love song !!!
euro missiles
just great
CHUNG YIN HO
i looking for this fking song 13yrs.... finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Siam Cheraphanthu
me too, i was completely forget the band name like 5 - 6 years,
just recovered a minute ago.
Danielly Russeau
o hhh very good
Ready to Rock
I honest to God don't know why this only has almost 26k views. This song, and especially the lyrics, are so tragic and beautiful. I absolutely adore the melody too... Please consider bringing the song back into the setlist! I know Gustaf sings it, but I watched Björn performing this song on his solo tour and if I'm being honest I actually kind of prefer Björn's version... This song is amazing live and all of the other md fans I got to know would appreciate it being back in the set! :)
Jakob Rosenberg
Yeah well said
KillerLPable
Das ist total lustig.
Ernst genommen.