The band gained recognition in the United Kingdom and United States during 2006 and 2007 due to the success of their single "Young Folks", whilst staying virtually unknown in their homeland, Sweden.
Wrapped Around the Axle
Peter Bjorn and John Lyrics
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Is gonna make it go away
It's another time now, another time now
Even if you had my name
We'd be feeling just the same
I don't wanna be a, wanna be arou-
I don't wanna be a
Be around, can't be around
Don't wanna sing that song
Don't wanna play along
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Don't know what we have done
Don't know what's right or wrong
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Everything we ever planned
Everywhere we used to hang
It's another time now, another time now
I know something's on your mind
It keeps nagging all the time
You don't wanna be a, wanna be a
You don't wanna be a
Be around, can't be around
You can't be around when were going down
Don't wanna sing that song
Don't wanna play along
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Don't know what we have done
Don't know what's right or wrong
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Getting wrapped around the axle
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I get up
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I
Don't wanna sing that song
Don't wanna play along
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Don't know what we have done
Don't know what's right or wrong
Tell me what's going on
We're getting wrapped around the axle
Getting wrapped around the axle
(Sad song to be here)
Getting wrapped around the axle
(Sad song to be here)
Getting wrapped around the axle
In "Wrapped Around the Axle" by Peter Bjorn and John, the lyrics depict a sense of frustration and confusion in a relationship that seems to be falling apart. The singer expresses a feeling of helplessness, acknowledging that nothing they do or say can change the situation. The phrase "wrapped around the axle" serves as a metaphor for being caught in a difficult or complicated situation, unable to find a way out.
The song explores the idea that regardless of their efforts or even if they were in a different circumstance, the outcome would remain the same. The repetition of the line "I don't wanna be a, wanna be around" suggests a desire to distance oneself from the turmoil and negative emotions surrounding the relationship. The repetition of the phrase "don't wanna sing that song, don't wanna play along" further emphasizes the singer's resistance to continuing in a situation that feels repetitive and unfulfilling.
The lyrics also highlight the uncertainty and confusion within the relationship. The line "Don't know what we have done, don't know what's right or wrong" suggests a lack of understanding about the actions that led to the current state or what the appropriate course of action should be. The repeated plea of "tell me what's going on" reflects the singer's desperation for clarity and communication.
Overall, "Wrapped Around the Axle" portrays a sense of emotional exhaustion and a longing for resolution or a way to break free from the cycle of negativity and confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing we can do or say
No matter what we say or do
Is gonna make it go away
Will make this problem disappear
It's another time now, another time now
This is a different period, a different period
Even if you had my name
Even if you were in my position
We'd be feeling just the same
We would have the same emotions
I don't wanna be a, wanna be arou-
I don't want to exist, want to exist arou-
I don't wanna be a
I don't want to exist
Be around, can't be around
Be present, can't be present
I can't be around when were going down
I can't be present when we're failing
Don't wanna sing that song
Don't want to express those feelings
Don't wanna play along
Don't want to participate
Tell me what's going on
Inform me of the situation
We're getting wrapped around the axle
We're getting caught up in a difficult situation
Don't know what we have done
Don't know what actions we took
Don't know what's right or wrong
Don't know what is morally correct
Tell me what's going on
Inform me of the situation
Getting wrapped around the axle
Getting caught up in a difficult situation
Everything we ever planned
All our previous plans
Everywhere we used to hang
Every place we used to spend time
It's another time now, another time now
This is a different period, a different period
I know something's on your mind
I know something is bothering you
It keeps nagging all the time
It persistently bothers you
You don't wanna be a, wanna be a
You don't want to exist, want to exist a
You don't wanna be a
You don't want to exist
Be around, can't be around
Be present, can't be present
You can't be around when were going down
You can't be present when we're failing
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I get up
I, I don't want a depressing song to be playing when I wake
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I
I, I don't want a depressing song to be playing when I
Getting wrapped around the axle
Getting caught up in a difficult situation
(Sad song to be here)
(Depressing song to be playing)
Getting wrapped around the axle
Getting caught up in a difficult situation
(Sad song to be here)
(Depressing song to be playing)
Getting wrapped around the axle
Getting caught up in a difficult situation
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Peter Moren, Bjorn Yttling, John Eriksson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Nothing we can do or say
Is gonna make it go away
It’s another time now, another time now
Even if you had my name
We'd be feeling just the same
I don’t wanna be a, wanna be arou-
I don't wanna be a
Be around, can’t be around
I can’t be around when were going down
Don’t wanna sing that song
Don’t wanna play along
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Don’t know what we have done
Don't know what’s right or wrong
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Everything we ever planned
Everywhere we used to hang
It’s another time now, another time now
I know something's on your mind
It keeps nagging all the time
You don’t wanna be a, wanna be a
You don't wanna be a
Be around, can’t be around
You can’t be around when were going down
Don’t wanna sing that song
Don’t wanna play along
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Don’t know what we have done
Don't know what’s right or wrong
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Getting wrapped around the axle
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I get up
I, I don't want a sad song to be here when I
Don’t wanna sing that song
Don’t wanna play along
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Don’t know what we have done
Don't know what’s right or wrong
Tell me what’s going on
We’re getting wrapped around the axle
Getting wrapped around the axle
(Sad song to be here)
Getting wrapped around the axle
(Sad song to be here)
Getting wrapped around the axle
A. Wodtke
How does this not have at least a million views yet?!
It's an absolute masterpiece!!!
Joaquin Castro
Alguien sabe pq está majestuosidad no tiene mas visitas?
Zenith RM.
X2
Isaac Clarke
talvez por no tener tanta popularidad
The Noob 14
4:15 de la madrugada y wow hermosa años y años y aun sigue creando un sentimiento bonito🖤
Rafael Souza
Que música linda.
Pena que tem poucas visualizações.
Alan Oliveira Duarte
Cant help but love that main riff! It does reminds me of skeletons for some reason...
Alan Oliveira Duarte
By the way, is it played on a violin? 00:09
Laura Michelle
Que buena canción y video! 🔥
Peter Bjorn and John
Gracias!