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.
Help!
Roxette Lyrics
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Help, not just anybody,
Help, you know I need someone,
Help!
When I was younger, so much younger than today,
I never needed anybody's help in anyway.
But now these days are gone, I'm not so self assured,
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round.
Help me get my feet back on the ground,
Won't you please, please help me?
And now my life has changed in oh so many ways,
My independence seems to vanish in the haze.
But every now and then I feel so insecure,
I know that I just need you like, I've never done before.
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round.
Help me get my feet back on the ground,
Won't you please, please help me?
When I was younger, so much younger than today,
I never needed anybody's help in anyway.
But now these days are gone, I'm not so self assured,
Now I find I've changed my mind, I've opened up the doors.
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And i do appreciate you being 'round.
Help me get my feet back on the ground,
Won't you please, please help me?
Help me,
Help me
The lyrics to Roxette's song Help! convey a desperate cry for assistance from someone who has lost their sense of self-assurance and independence. The opening lines repeat the word "Help" four times, emphasizing the urgency of the plea. The verses explain how the singer used to be self-sufficient and didn't need anyone's help, but now they've changed their mind and have opened up to the possibility of leaning on someone else for support. They acknowledge feeling insecure at times, but express gratitude for the help they receive in getting their feet back on the ground.
The repeated use of the word "Help" and the simple, straightforward lyrics make the song emotionally impactful and relatable. It speaks to the universal human experience of feeling lost or unsure of ourselves at times, and the comfort that can come from relying on others. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody add to the appeal of the song, and the call-and-response vocals between Marie Fredriksson and Per Gessle create a sense of unity and camaraderie.
Line by Line Meaning
Help, I need somebody,
Asking for assistance to someone
Help, not just anybody,
Requesting for specific help
Help, you know I need someone,
Explaining the urgency of needing help
Help!
A repeated call for help
When I was younger, so much younger than today,
Reflecting on the past when help wasn't needed
I never needed anybody's help in anyway.
Making a statement on not needing assistance before
But now these days are gone, I'm not so self assured,
Indicating a change in circumstances and feeling less confident in oneself
Now I find I've changed my mind, I've opened up the doors.
Reflecting on opening up to the idea of needing help
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
Asking for help when feeling low
And I do appreciate you being 'round.
Showing gratitude for the presence of the helper
Help me get my feet back on the ground,
Looking for support to regain composure
Won't you please, please help me?
Another plea for assistance
And now my life has changed in oh so many ways,
Highlighting the changes in one's life
My independence seems to vanish in the haze.
Seeing a decrease in one's independence and self-reliance
But every now and then I feel so insecure,
Admitting to feeling vulnerable
I know that I just need you like, I've never done before.
Expressing the need for external support more than ever
Help me,
A continuous call for assistance
Help me
A final plea for help
Lyrics © Tratore, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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Harrison S
Roxette + Beatles: Combinação perfeita, que todos respeitam!!!
Eden Van de Kamp
Siempre supe que la partida de Marie no solo sería perder ese gran talento y gran voz. Descanse en paz esta bella mujer que ha marcado tantas vidas con su hermosa voz.
Facundo Marenco
Emociona lo q decís.
Dave Anderson
I always loved this version of Help! Totally different from the original classic but a worthy acoustic stripped down version. Marie sounds wonderful on this. ✌️
Norma Ochoa
Una lágrima se seca una flor se marchita solo nos queda de esa persona su pasar por nuestras vidas
Leonel Luiz
Que linda ficou essa versão! 🙏❤🇧🇷 Marie para sempre! Forever Marie and Roxette! 😍
Nelida Canelo
Juan gabriel amis dieseis
Gabriel Blanc
Hermosa voz Marie!!! Gran covers. Gracias Roxette! Que bueno que te cruzaste en mi vida cuando tenia 13 años, todavía los escucho y me emocionan como la primera vez.
Karlla Thaiane
Que perfeição de voz, meu Deus! Melhor que Beatles ❤️
Laura
Increíble la voz de Marie. Ella siempre seguirá viva en nuestros corazones ❤