The original lineup of the band were songwriter Eddie Bengtsson (formerly a founding member of Page), Finn Albertsson, and vocalist Alexander Hofman. Over time the members of the band have shifted: Johan Billing was a member of the band for several years during the 90s, but with the release of S.P.O.C.K in 1999 the band's line-up changed to the current one with Alexander Hofman (the band's only remaining founding member), Johan Malmgren (former member of Elegant Machinery and Aaron Sutcliffe) and Christer Hermodsson. During the summer of 2010 Christer Hermodsson decided to focus more on his own project Biomekkanik. Alexander then called in his old friend Valdi Solemo who since then has played with S.P.O.C.K
In 1988 Eddie Bengtsson wrote a handful of songs to be performed at Finn Albertsson's next birthday party, with Alexander Hofman performing vocals; the three men dubbed the band Mr. Spock (named for Mr. Spock of the Star Trek franchise). After the performance at Albertsson's birthday celebration, the band continued for several months to play at house parties, and soon managed to secure some event bookings. In 1989 the band members contacted Paramount Pictures for permission to use the name "Mr. Spock." When Paramount demanded compensation for the privilege, the band renamed themselves Star Pilot on Channel K, abbreviated S.P.O.C.K.
S.P.O.C.K's commercial success began in 1990 when the Swedish record label Accelerating Blue Fish published Silicon Dream as a limited-edition single.
On stage the band members adopted sci-fi-esque personae, with Eddie Bengtsson as "Eddie B. Kirk", Alexander Hofman as "Android", and Finn Albertsson as "Cybernoid".
Together with such bands as Page, Elegant Machinery, Sista Mannen På Jorden and Kiethevez, S.P.O.C.K helped to define the sound of the Swedish synthpop movement.
Representative songs include Never Trust a Klingon, In Space No One Can Hear You Scream, Mr. Spock's Brain, and Astrogirl.
Spooky
S.P.O.C.K Lyrics
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A look in the mirror confirms the change
All of my powers are out of control
Another host is carrying my soul
I am not myself today
I'm trapped in another body
To prepare a new shell for me
I'm not sure about that idea
The old one was really a part of me
I am not myself today
I'm trapped in another body
In S.P.O.C.K's song Spooky, the lyrics describe a sci-fi scenario where the singer wakes up feeling strange and realizes that another being has taken over their body. The lyrics suggest a sense of confusion and fear as the singer's powers are out of control and they feel trapped in a new form. The idea of having to prepare a new shell for their consciousness is unsettling and raises the question of what makes us who we are- our physical form or our consciousness.
The lyrics also touch on the concept of identity and the fear of losing oneself to something unknown. The line "The old one was really a part of me" suggests a deep attachment to their former body and identity, and the idea of having to become someone new is difficult to contemplate. The lyrics convey a sense of isolation and alienation as the singer struggles to come to terms with their new reality.
Overall, the song's lyrics are a thought-provoking exploration of identity, consciousness, and the unknown, all set against a sci-fi backdrop.
Line by Line Meaning
Waking up, feeling strange
Upon waking, I feel different than usual
A look in the mirror confirms the change
My physical appearance has altered as well
All of my powers are out of control
My abilities are unstable and unpredictable
Another host is carrying my soul
I have entered another body, controlling it from within
I am not myself today
I do not feel like my true self
I'm trapped in another body
I am physically inside a different vessel than before
I am here at the academy
I have come to this institution for a specific purpose
To prepare a new shell for me
To construct and acquire a new bodily form for me to inhabit
I'm not sure about that idea
I am uncertain about the idea of changing my body
The old one was really a part of me
My previous body felt like an integral part of who I was
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER HOFMAN, EDDIE BENGTSSON
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