Before coming together to form the duo, Fredriksson and Gessle were already established artists in Sweden, with Fredriksson releasing a number of solo albums and Gessle being the lead singer and songwriter of Gyllene Tider, which had three No. 1 albums. On the advice of the managing director of their record label, they came together to record "Neverending Love", which became a hit single in Sweden.
After the release of Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus!, a greatest hits record, the duo took a hiatus before returning with the albums Have a Nice Day (1999) and Room Service (2001). They continued to chart in other territories, mainly in Europe and Latin America, where they earned various Gold and Platinum awards until the beginning of the new millennium. In 2002, the duo took a break from recording and touring when Fredriksson was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Gessle went on to release solo albums and reunited with Gyllene Tider before Roxette took to the stage together again for the first time in 8 years, in 2009, during Gessle's European Party Crasher tour. In 2011, they released Charm School, their first studio album in ten years, which was followed by Travelling in 2012. Their latest studio album, Good Karma, was released in 2016.
Their songs "It Must Have Been Love" and "Listen to Your Heart" continue to receive wide radio airplay, with both singles recently receiving awards from BMI for achieving five million radio plays. They have sold an estimated 75 million records worldwide, with over 10 million in certified units from Germany, the US and the UK, achieving gold and platinum certifications for Joyride and Look Sharp! in all three regions.
On 18 April 2016, an official statement was released, cancelling the last leg of the RoXXXette 30th Anniversary Tour due to concerns about Marie Fredriksson's health. As her doctors have advised her to refrain from playing live, she will no longer tour with Roxette. Fredriksson stated: "Sadly, now my touring days are over and I want to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful fans that has followed us on our long and winding journey." Gessle added: "The joyride on the road is over now – but we sure had fun, didn't we?" Roxette has also worked in the studio on their tenth studio album, Good Karma. They have worked with young producers from Sweden like Addeboy vs Cliff "to inject new blood into the Roxette sound". Remixes aside, this is the first time that they have allowed anyone outside of the Roxette canon to produce new music. On 8 April 2016, the lead single off the album, "It Just Happens", was released. The album followed on 3 June 2016.
Per Gessle toured Europe in October and November 2018 as "Per Gessle's Roxette" with a set that lent heavily on the band's back catalogue.
Do You Wanna Go the Whole Way?
Roxette Lyrics
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Before it gets too serious both of us need to know
Are we gonna go the whole awy this time?
This time?
Before all secrets are revealed old scars must heal or wither
But it's getting very late and I can't wait anymore
Are we gonna go the whole way this time
This time?
Do you want to go the whole way now?
We're taking it easy
Do you want to go the whole way, Babe?
Kick it in, kick it in slowly.
Do you want to go the whole way this time?
Do you want to go the whole way for sure
Do you want to go the whole way this time?
This time?
This time?
Do ya?
In Roxette's song "Do You Wanna Go The Whole Way?", the lyrics depict a conversation between two people who are on the verge of becoming intimate but want to make sure they are both fully committed before taking that next step. The singer is asking the question "Are we gonna go the whole way this time?" and emphasizes the importance of being certain before getting involved physically. The line "Before all secrets are revealed, old scars must heal or wither" suggests that both individuals have past issues that need to be addressed before moving forward. The singer also expresses urgency and impatience, indicating a strong desire to move the relationship forward. The repetition of the question "Do you want to go the whole way this time?" reinforces the need for clarity and mutual agreement.
Overall, the song highlights the importance of communication and honesty in relationships, especially when it comes to physical intimacy. It suggests that both parties need to be on the same page and have a deep level of trust and commitment before taking that next step.
Line by Line Meaning
Before we take off all our clothes and get close together
Before we get too intimate and vulnerable with each other
Before it gets too serious both of us need to know
Before we commit to anything, we need to be clear with our intentions
Are we gonna go the whole awy this time?
Are we willing to fully commit to each other this time?
This time?
Are we sure about this decision?
Before all secrets are revealed old scars must heal or wither
Before we can completely trust each other, we need to heal from past hurts and traumas
But it's getting very late and I can't wait anymore
But time is running out and I am eager to move forward
Do you want to go the whole way this time?
Do you also want to fully commit to this relationship?
Do you want to go the whole way for sure
Are you absolutely certain you want to take this serious step?
Do ya?
Are you sure about your decision?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PER GESSLE
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