Shu-bi-duas formation was as a tongue-in-cheek act, rewriting beat and in particular rock´n´roll classics with danish lyrics using college humour and satire. Already on the first album - they combined this with original material - often writing in pastiche. Their sound developed from rock in the early 70s - to pop in the 80s and into entertainment (or dansktop) in later years - but often using and intermixing styles from bossanova and reggae over rockabilly to synthpop to underline their humour. Their lyrics have kept up the satirical tone throughout the years and although they have shied away from the direct political blurbs and kept up a fun and games attitude - they have nevertheless described danish middle class society, its beliefs and desires - often to devastating effects. As such they have been a noteworthy inspiration for danish lyrics in pop rock and also for the wit and satire of later bands like MC Einar, Ibens and Det Brune Punktum.
To date Shubidua's discography is getting close to 30 albums (18 studioalbums). They have had many hits in Denmark like Vuffeli-vov, Hvalborg, Står på en Alpetop, Stærk Tobak (to the music from The Beatles song Twist and Shout), Familien kom til Kaffe, Sex Chikane, We wanna be free, and many more -all of whom have classical status as golden oldies. They reached maximum sales and accolade with the albums between 1978-1982.
The group formed in 1973 in Copenhagen by vocalist Bundesen, Jens Tage Nielsen and members of the rock group Passport : (guitarists Michael Hardinger and Poul Meyendorff, the drummer Bosse Hall Christensen, and bass guitarist Niels Grønbech). Passport, released the single Tomorrow/Everything's Wrong in early 1973. Shu-bi-dua released the single Fed Rock/Tynd Blues which became a hit single. After the release of one more Passport single with new members Bundesen and Nielsen, called Change of the Guard/Highway of Living, the serious english project was dropped, and the band continued as Shu-bi-dua,
In 1974 they released their first self-titled album Shu-bi-dua. After the first album, Poul Meyendorf left the group and was replaced by Claus Asmussen, who was technician on the first.
Since then the group has had numerous changes in its lineup. Kim Daugaard replaced Niels Grønbech in 1977, Willy Pedersen replaced Jens Tage Nielsen, and Kasper Winding replaced Bosse Hall Christensen in 1981. In 1984 Michael Bundesen left the group to lead the Copenhagen TV network "Kanal 2", and simultaneously Kasper Winding left to be replaced by Paul Callaby. In 1987 Jørgen Thorup was made a permanent member in the group when Willy Pedersen left. Thorup had been singing backup vocals since Shu-bi-dua 11 in 1985. In 1987 Michael Bundesen returned as lead singer, while Søren Jacobsen also joined the band. In 1988 Peter Andersen replaced Paul Callaby as drummer, and shortly thereafter Søren Jacobsen left the band again. After having made the film Den røde tråd in 1989, they went on a sabbatical until their return in 1992 with the hit single Sexchikane. In the intervening years their back catalog was rereleased on CD in 1990, and in 1991 a Best Of album by the name Stærk Tobak was released. In connection to this they played live in front of 50,000 people on Bellevue Strand. In 1997 Michael Hardinger left the band after 24 years. He was replaced by Ole Kibsgaard, and in 2001 Jørgen Thorup left the band to be replaced by Jacob Christoffersen. In 2003 their 30th anniversary was celebrated with a 10-CD set called Shu-bi-dua 200 (each CD had 20 songs). In 2005 Claus Asmussen left Shu-bi-dua having been the only original continuous member in the group's 30-year history.
Titles From A Magazine
Shu-bi-dua Lyrics
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In a world of confusion
What she's searching is wild and crazy love
The lady's constantly cruisin'
She's got the body and the power of love
The object of my desire
She's naughty, naughty, in and out of love
Saving all my love for you
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
All of me for all of you
Titles from a magazine
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
Just like the real thing
Mystery Lady
(Lady, yeah) , dancing in the street
I got my eye on you (Got my eye)
My blue jean baby, contagious centipede
(Ooh, ooh) no one's going to love ya
Saving all my love for you
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
All of me for all of you
Titles from a magazine
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
Yeah, it's, oh, so hard to tell
(Just like) Just like the real thing
(Just like) Just like the real thing, yo
(Just like) Just like the real thing
(Just like) Titles from a magazine
Saving all my love for you
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
All of me for all of you
Titles from a magazine but it's, oh, so hard
Saving all my love for you
(Saving all my love)
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
All of me for all of you
(All of me for all of you)
Titles from a magazine (yeah, yeah)
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
(Just like) Just like the real thing
(Just like) Just like the real thing, yeah
(Just like) Just like the real thing
(Just like) Titles from a magazine, yo
The lyrics of Shu-bi-dua's song "Titles From A Magazine" depict a woman who is in search of wild and crazy love. She is described as being like a virgin on the freeway of love, constantly cruising and searching for that intense connection. The lyrics also mention her body and the power of love that she possesses, making her the object of someone's desire. She is portrayed as naughty and in and out of love, igniting passion and setting heaven on fire.
The chorus mentions saving all the love for the woman, who is referred to as an out-of-touch Caribbean Queen. The singer expresses a willingness to give all of themselves to her, implying a strong attraction. The phrase "Titles from a magazine" suggests that the woman and her allure are reminiscent of the captivating figures one might find on the covers of magazines. The lyrics further say that it's hard to tell if the love and attraction they feel are genuine or just like the fantasy depicted in magazines.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a virgin on the freeway of love
She is experiencing a new and exciting love, full of passion and desire
In a world of confusion
In a chaotic world where love is not easily understood
What she's searching is wild and crazy love
She is seeking a love that is intense and unpredictable
The lady's constantly cruisin'
She is always seeking new romantic adventures
She's got the body and the power of love
She possesses both physical beauty and the ability to love deeply
The object of my desire
She is the person I am strongly attracted to
She's naughty, naughty, in and out of love
She is playful and flirtatious in her romantic relationships
She puts the heaven on fire
Her passion ignites intense feelings of desire
Saving all my love for you
I am reserving all my affection for you
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
The woman I desire who comes from the Caribbean, but seems unreachable
All of me for all of you
I am willing to give my whole self to you
Titles from a magazine
Our relationship is based on superficial ideals seen in magazines
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
It is difficult to determine the true nature of our connection
Just like the real thing
Our love feels genuine and authentic
Mystery Lady (Lady, yeah), dancing in the street
An enigmatic woman captivatingly dancing in public
I got my eye on you (Got my eye)
I am closely observing and interested in you
My blue jean baby, contagious centipede
The woman wearing jeans who is charming and irresistibly captivating
Ooh, ooh) no one's going to love ya
No one will ever love you as deeply as I do
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
It is difficult to determine the true nature of our connection
Yeah, it's, oh, so hard to tell
Yes, it is indeed challenging to discern
(Just like) Just like the real thing
Our love feels genuine and authentic
(Just like) Just like the real thing, yo
Just as real as it can be, you know
(Just like) Just like the real thing
Our love feels genuine and authentic
(Just like) Titles from a magazine
Similar to the idealized relationships depicted in magazines
Saving all my love for you
I am reserving all my affection for you
(Saving all my love)
Preserving my deep affection for you
My out of touch Caribbean Queen
The woman I desire who seems unreachable
All of me for all of you
I am willing to give my whole self to you
(All of me for all of you)
My complete devotion is offered to you
Titles from a magazine (yeah, yeah)
Our relationship is based on superficial ideals seen in magazines
But it's, oh, so hard to tell
It is difficult to determine the true nature of our connection
(Just like) Just like the real thing
Our love feels genuine and authentic
(Just like) Just like the real thing, yeah
Just as real as it can be, yeah
(Just like) Just like the real thing
Our love feels genuine and authentic
(Just like) Titles from a magazine, yo
Similar to the idealized relationships depicted in magazines
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