After the breakup of Trip Shakespeare, Dan Wilson and John Munson joined up with drummer Jacob "Jake" Slichter to form Semisonic in 1995. An E.P., Pleasure, was released that year, and their first studio full-length release, Great Divide, followed in 1996 on MCA. Although they drew a cult following among 90s powerpop fans, mainstream success eluded the group.
Semisonic's breakthrough came two years later in 1998 when their sophomore effort, Feeling Strangely Fine, reached the Top 50 chart on the strength of the hit single "Closing Time". Their international career also blossomed when another song from the album, "Secret Smile," quickly became a U.K. radio favourite in the summer of 1999, eventually peaking at #13 on the official U.K. Singles Chart.
In early 2001, the band released its third album, All About Chemistry. The single "Chemistry" was a mainstay overseas; however, the album didn't fare as well in the United States. Another song, "Over My Head," was used in the 2001 teen movie Summer Catch, and Semisonic rode the wave of various tours in and around the U.K. In the fall of 2001, Semisonic contributed their cover of the Wings classic, "Jet," for the Paul McCartney tribute CD, Listen to What the Man Said.
Semisonic has been mostly on hiatus since 2001. Band members have since pursued other projects, such as Slichter's writing career and Wilson's solo recordings They performed for the first time in years on July 14, 2006 for the Minneapolis Aquatennial. They have also been spotted performing for private parties in basements. Dan Wilson's talented songwriting has lead to massively popular collaborations with Adele and other artists.
* The song "F.N.T." was used in the 1996 movie The Long Kiss Goodnight.
* "F.N.T." was also used in the 1999 movie 10 Things I Hate about You.
* "Never You Mind" appeared on the Never Been Kissed soundtrack in 1999.
* "Chemistry" appeared on the 40 Days and 40 Nights soundtrack in 2002.
Secret Smile
Semisonic Lyrics
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And you use it only for me
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
So use it and prove it
Remove this whirling sadness
I'm losing I'm bluesing
But you can't save me from madness
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
So save me I'm waiting
I'm needing, hear me pleading
And soothe me, improve me
I'm grieving, I'm barely believing it now, now
When you are flying around and around the world
And I'm lying a lonely
I know there's something sacred and free reserved
And received by me only
Semisonic's "Secret Smile" is a song about a secret connection between two people. The mysterious smile that the person has is only for the singer, and it keeps him going even in his darkest moments. The song's chorus talks about the singer's desire for the secret smile to help him overcome his sadness, and the lyrics suggest that this smile is magical in some way, capable of soothing and improving him.
The song's first verse talks about how the singer is feeling down, and how the secret smile is his only hope for salvation. It is a powerful image, suggesting that even when the world is dark and bitter, a single connection can keep someone going. The second verse expands on this idea, pointing out that even when the distance between the two people is vast, there is still something that connects them.
In summary, the song is a deeply romantic sentiment about the power of secret connections between people. The lyrics suggest that even in the darkest moments, there is always a glimmer of hope to be found in the most unexpected places.
Line by Line Meaning
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
You have a smile that you keep hidden from everyone
And you use it only for me
But you share it with me exclusively
So use it and prove it
Therefore, show it to me and demonstrate its authenticity
Remove this whirling sadness
I'm feeling very depressed and overwhelmed, help me snap out of it
I'm losing, I'm bluesing
I'm losing the battle and feeling down, sad and discouraged
But you can't save me from madness
Nevertheless, you cannot cure me from my insanity
So save me I'm waiting
Please, save me, I'm waiting for you
I'm needing, hear me pleading
I'm begging you because I desperately need your help
And soothe me, improve me
Comfort me and help me get better
I'm grieving, I'm barely believing it now, now
I'm struggling to accept what has happened and it's hard to believe now, right now
When you are flying around and around the world
When you are traveling around the world
And I'm lying a lonely
And I am alone and feeling lonely
I know there's something sacred and free reserved
But I know that you have kept something special and exclusive for me
And received by me only
And I am the only one who gets to experience it
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAN WILSON
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Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
So use it and prove it
Remove this whirling sadness
I'm losing I'm bluesing
But you can't save me from madness
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
Nobody knows it but you've got a secret smile
And you use it only for me
So save me I'm waiting
I'm needing, hear me pleading
And soothe me, improve me
I'm grieving, I'm barely believing it now, now
When you are flying around and around the world
And I'm lying a lonely
I know there's something sacred and free reserved
And received by me only
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@frankkkbard0n315
greetings to all of you nostalgic loners rambling trough old videos to find confort in these dificult times. Peace and love to all.
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Peace and love to you too, brother!
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Times are never difficult...with Youtube. Cj (ceo)
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@Can....86
Well said hahaa!
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Love you too
@daviddzul7537
my favorite song! I remember I used to wait for MTV's top ten to listen to it :) good times!
@julianfrost3796
I must say, I think this song is an underrated classic.