Brundtland and Berge were schoolmates in their hometown Tromsø, experimenting with electronic instruments in the early 90s and being a part of their city's techno scene. As they grew up in northern Norway, they listened to local artists like Bel Canto and Biosphere. The band has also expressed their interest in the music of Kraftwerk, Brian Eno, Giorgio Moroder, Art of Noise, Vangelis, Erik Satie, and Francis Lai. They were members of various electro acts in their youth, such as Alanïa, Drum Island and Aedena Cycle. After recording as part of Aedena Cycle, Berge and Brundtland left the group to form their own band, Röyksopp.
In 8 October 2001, Röyksopp released their debut album Melody A.M. on Wall of Sound label. This critically acclaimed downtempo album reached #1 in Norway charts, #9 in UK Albums Chart, #18 in US Top Electronic Albums. Melody A.M. spawned five singles: "So Easy" (released in 1999, re-released in 2002), "Eple" (released in July 2001, re-released in 24 February 2003; #16 UK), "Poor Leno", featuring Erlend Øye (released in 3 December 2001, re-released on 18 November 2002; #38 UK), "Remind Me", featuring Erlend Øye (5 August 2002; #21 UK), and "Sparks", featuring Anneli Drecker (2003; #41 UK).
The band became famous for their original music videos (the infographic-styled video by French company H5 for the track "Remind Me", won the 2002 MTV Europe Music Award for best music video). The single "Eple" (meaning "apple") was used by Apple Inc. as the music for the startup video for Mac OS X 10.3.
In 4 July 2005, the band issued their sophomore album The Understanding on Wall of Sound. The album was preceded by the hit single "Only This Moment", featuring Kate Havnevik (27 June 2005; #33 UK). Another four singles followed: "49 Percent" (26 September 2005; #55 UK), "Curves" (non-album single; 3 October 2005), "What Else Is There?", featuring Karin Dreijer of The Knife (5 December 2005; #4 Norway, #32 UK) and "Beautiful Day Without You" (26 June 2006).
Röyksopp's Night Out EP was released in 27 February 2006 and it contains live recordings from a concert in Norway, Rockefeller (Oslo) in November 2005. The album contains a new dance version of their single "Sparks" and a reinterpretation of the song "Go With the Flow”, originally by Queens of the Stone Age. In 5 March 2007, the group issued Back to Mine: Röyksopp, a compilation album from the Back to Mine series, compiled and mixed by the band.
On 23 March 2009, Röyksopp released their third album Junior on Wall of Sound. Röyksopp have invited several guest artists, like Robyn, Anneli Drecker, Karin Dreijer, Lykke Li, to perform on various songs from Junior. The first single "Happy Up Here" was released on 19 January 2009 (digital)/16 March 2009 (vinyl) and peaked on #3 in Norway and on #44 in UK. Another two singles supported the album' sales: "The Girl And The Robot", featuring Robyn (15 June 2009; #2 Norway) and "This Must Be It", featuring Karin Dreijer (2 November 2009).
Since 2010, the band started posting on their official site new exclusive songs available for free download (usually a song every month), known as Röyksopp.com Track Of The Month.
In 13 September 2010, Röyksopp released the fourth album Senior, the atmospheric counterpart of Junior. The first single from the album, "The Drug", was released on 9 August 2010.
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Someone Like Me
Röyksopp Lyrics
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With someone like you
How unlikely
Too good to be true
Someone like me
With someone like you
How unlikey
Something's be trying to hold me down
And leave me no hope on the battleground
I'm knocking on doors, "Come on", let me in
Desperatly craving the feminine
Then you came to me
Genuinely
How could I get lucky like this
What have I done
This type of thing's just a fantasy
The story is laid out so wretchedly
Like out of a film or a magazine
Appeal to the classical masculine
But gradually
It's dawning on me
This isn't like in a dream
This is for real
Being yourself
What does that mean
Seeing yourself is the hardest thing
Someone like me
With someone like you
How unlikely
Too good to be true
Timing your movements so accurately
Hearing you breathing so musically
Unity strengthening rapidly
Knowing you'll always come back to me
You're never to close
Or far away
Perfect somewhere inbetween
Vintage machine
Seeing it's already time to leave
I got to go out, I need space to breathe
Go before everything's caving in
Understand that, oh my heroine
But someone like you
So hard to believe
Sure this is not just a dream
Wake up and see
Being yourself is a lonely thing
If you never pick it up and just let it ring
Someone like me
(It's what i've always dreamed of)
With someone like you
(More than satisfactory)
How unlikely
(It's real you're here beside me)
Too good to be true
Come on, let's share this moment
The lyrics to Röyksopp's song Someone Like Me express a sense of disbelief in having found someone so perfect for them. The song begins with the repetition of "Someone like me with someone like you, how unlikely, too good to be true." The singer seems to be questioning how it could be possible to have found someone so complementary to themselves. The lyrics go on to speak of someone who has been trying to bring the singer down, but they persist in seeking out a partner in life. When they finally do find the woman they've been seeking, they are astounded by their luck. Initially, it's almost as if the singer cannot believe that what they have found is real. They describe the feeling as akin to a fantasy, something that they've read about in magazines or seen in movies.
As the song goes on, the singer seems to be becoming more and more convinced that what they have found is real. They describe the woman in question in almost reverent terms, praising her for her unity and the way she has made them feel. "Timing your movements so accurately, hearing you breathing so musically, unity strengthening rapidly" are all lines that demonstrate the singer's awe and wonder at this person who they have finally found. The song ends with an invitation to the woman to share the moment with the singer, indicating that the disbelief has been replaced by a sense of joy and wonder.
Overall, the lyrics to Someone Like Me express a sense of awe and wonder at finding someone who is a perfect match for the singer. It's a song that conveys a lot of emotion in its simple repetition and its evocative language.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone like me
I never expected someone like me to find someone like you
With someone like you
The unlikely combination of someone like me with someone like you
How unlikely
This is almost too good to be true
Too good to be true
This situation is incredibly lucky and unlikely
Something's be trying to hold me down
I have faced obstacles and challenges in the past that have hindered me
And leave me no hope on the battleground
I have struggled to find a way to succeed despite these obstacles
I'm knocking on doors, "Come on", let me in
I am actively seeking a partner and a close relationship
Desperatly craving the feminine
I am seeking feminine energy and nurturing in my life
Then you came to me
You appeared in my life unexpectedly
Genuinely
I can tell that your feelings for me are sincere and real
How could I get lucky like this
I feel incredibly grateful to have found you
What have I done
I feel like I don't deserve this good fortune
This type of thing's just a fantasy
I always thought that finding someone like you was just a dream
The story is laid out so wretchedly
The story of my life before meeting you was full of hardship and misery
Like out of a film or a magazine
Finding you seems like something from a romantic movie or a fairytale
Appeal to the classical masculine
Finding a nurturing and feminine partner appeals to my traditional masculinity
But gradually
Over time, I came to realize
It's dawning on me
I am starting to understand and see clearly
This isn't like in a dream
This is not just a fantasy, this is real life
This is for real
I have found something real with you
Being yourself
Acting authentically and genuinely
What does that mean
What does it truly mean to be yourself?
Seeing yourself is the hardest thing
It can be difficult to understand who you truly are
Timing your movements so accurately
Our relationship seems to have a natural and effortless rhythm
Hearing you breathing so musically
I am comforted by the sound of your breathing
Unity strengthening rapidly
Our bond is growing stronger every day
Knowing you'll always come back to me
I am secure in the knowledge that you will always return to me
You're never too close or far away
Our relationship has a comfortable distance that feels just right
Perfect somewhere in between
Our relationship feels perfectly balanced and harmonious
Vintage machine
Our relationship feels classic and timeless, like an old-fashioned machine
Seeing it's already time to leave
I am aware that our time together is limited and will eventually end
I got to go out, I need space to breathe
I need time alone to recharge and reflect on our relationship
Go before everything's caving in
I want to leave before things become overwhelming or too difficult
Understand that, oh my heroine
You are my hero and I appreciate your understanding and support
But someone like you
Finding someone like you is a rare and special thing
So hard to believe
I can hardly believe my luck in finding you
Sure this is not just a dream
Sometimes I worry that it is all too good to be true
Wake up and see
I need to be reminded to appreciate and cherish our relationship
Being yourself is a lonely thing
Being true to yourself can sometimes feel isolating or lonely
If you never pick it up and just let it ring
If you don't act on your true self, you will miss out on valuable opportunities and experiences
(It's what i've always dreamed of)
Being with someone like you is a dream come true
(More than satisfactory)
Being with you is not just satisfactory, it is far beyond my expectations
(It's real you're here beside me)
Sometimes I still can't believe that you are really here with me
Come on, let's share this moment
Let's enjoy this moment together and appreciate what we have
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SVEIN BERGE, TORBJORN BRUNDTLAND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CachoCachondo
Im 23 now, but this makes me feel like Im still in high school.
@CubeCyclone
Röyksopp music is addictive - the more you listen to it, the more you want to listen to it !
@ROTZGOERE11
This is one of the most beautiful songs of Royksopp...
@samuelcrawley3717
It doesn't get the attention it deserves buried in the middle of The Understanding, I think this is one of Röyksopp's most under-rated tracks. That gorgeous slinky rhythm, it just asks you to jump on a bicycle and get riding! It gives me the shivers...
@tangofizz77
I have always loved Royksopp's Melancholy sound :)
@baffoman534
I was listening to this in highschool, then university, and now i work. Always beautiful
@erolish
Always playing this one when I’m on those depressive episodes. Only Royksopp understands my pain..
@Maverick2736
Listening to this while it rains outside is an incredible feeling.
@Swagnermite
WolFaun :D
@LandoHitman
Love Royksopp. Simply love them.