During that year, both members of the band moved to Copenhagen, where drummer Martin Bjerregaard joined. With the new lineup, the band travelled to Sweden to record the self-financed ep, "I Died In My Teens", and the single of the same title made "Single of the Week" in Kerrang magazine. After this, PUJ record the album "Swell", with the help of Craig Leon of London. The band signs with English label This Way Up/Universal in 1995, and moves to Britain the year after that, to make a name for themselves abroad - though without much luck.
Also in 1996, Psyched Up Janis opened the Orange Stage at Roskilde Festival - quite an honor for Danish bands. During the same year, "Beats Me" is recorded in Britain and it is mixed in the famous studios of Abbey Road. Jesper Reginal (Thau) moves into a more permanent role of drummer, being with the band in studios as well as on stage.
Psyched Up Janis tours Denmark with the new album "Enter The Super Peppermint Lounge" during 1998. As a curiosity, Sune plays the drums himself, in an old stable. With them on the tour is Danish rapper MC Clemens, also from the town of Sønderborg. The band moves to USA later that year, and in 1999 they publish "The Quiet Album", which is a recording of their last concert together. Later, some old demos are released on "Hi-Fi Low Life", but with moderate success.
Sune Wagner now plays in The Raveonettes, which he presented together with Sharin Foo in 2002. From time to time, he plays in Sort Sol and Tremelo Beer Gut.
In March 2009 Sune Wagner announced that Psyched Up Janis would reunite and perform a few concerts during spring 2009.
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Psyched Up Janis Lyrics
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That I can't count on you again
I wish I had a million guns
I wish I had a million friends
Now the snow-flakes start to burn
And I'm freezing in the flames
I wish I had a million knives
Now the breeding starts
And you know it's hard
Then you realize they turn around and leave you dying.
Heard they found you in the snow
Screaming that you were cold and dead
I wish I had a million ropes
I wish I had a million heads
Now when winter wakes me up
I'm really not that sad
I know you're not the one to blame
But I realize I'm mad
"These lyrics are full of raw emotion and inner turmoil. The singer seems to be frustrated and hurt by a past relationship that has left them feeling betrayed and alone. The opening lines reveal a sense of disillusionment as they acknowledge that they cannot rely on the person they once trusted. The repetition of "I wish I had a million" suggests a longing for an army of support and protection. The snow-flakes that start to burn and the freezing flames are a striking contrast, highlighting the chaos and confusion of the singer's inner battle. The mention of knives and names is interesting as if the singer's desires are taking on a more sinister, destructive tone.
The next lines allude to a cycle of pain and abandonment. The "breeding starting" could be interpreted as the start of a new relationship, but it's hard to tell if this is a positive step or simply another painful experience. The final lines of the song suggest a loss and the hopelessness that comes with it. The image of someone being found in the snow, cold and dead is haunting, and the million ropes and heads imply a desire for control over something that seems impossible to grasp. The final lines could suggest a sense of acceptance or even a resigned detachment from the situation.
Overall, this song captures the confusing and painful emotions that come with a broken relationship. The lyrics offer no easy solutions or happy endings, but instead reflect the messiness and uncertainty of navigating difficult emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess I'm old enough to know
I am mature enough to understand
That I can't count on you again
You have let me down before, so I cannot rely on you
I wish I had a million guns
I dream of having endless weapons
I wish I had a million friends
I long for an abundance of companions
Now the snow-flakes start to burn
The cold is becoming unbearable
And I'm freezing in the flames
Despite being in the fire, I'm still cold
I wish I had a million knives
I desire an infinite number of sharp objects
I wish I had a million names
I yearn for an endless supply of identities
Now the breeding starts
The reproduction process begins
And you know it's hard
It's difficult to bear witness to
Then you realize they turn around and leave you dying.
And then you discover that they abandon you to die.
Heard they found you in the snow
I heard that you were discovered in the snow
Screaming that you were cold and dead
Shrieking that you had passed away from the cold
I wish I had a million ropes
I yearn for an endless supply of cords
I wish I had a million heads
I crave an infinite number of heads
Now when winter wakes me up
When wintertime awakens me
I'm really not that sad
I don't feel too unhappy
I know you're not the one to blame
I realize you're not at fault
But I realize I'm mad
However, I comprehend that I am furious
Contributed by Connor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jeezus Crust
Just looking at obscure 90s bands. This is my first time listening to this song and it instantly gave me the goosebumps and nostalgia.
iain101010
Man I love this band!!Ive been a fan since "swell" came out. I havent checked out the raveonettes yet tho, next on my list
Drinkclintons
I heard this in Equinox, and I’m so glad it was a real song.
Troels Sørensen
Psyced Up Janis reunited... FUCK YEAH!!!! ROCK ON!!!
ElDoombot
This band is the shit, loved them for the past decade. I wish they had toured to America before they broke up!
Tiffi112
Gad godt at få fingrene i deres cd igen, men det bliver vist ikke det letteste i verden. Hørte dem meget dengang i 90'erne. Fedt fedt fedt band...
Peter
Underrated
skinnypuppyulike
This is exactly how it sounded in my walkman
lavivareal
Det her er en af de bedste numre de har lavet, rigtig god sang.
blaaberkat
Total nostalgi, men det rykker vildt godt endnu!!