Jón Þór Birgisson (Jónsi), Georg Hólm, and Ágúst Ævar Gunnarsson formed the group in Reykjavík, Iceland in August 1994. They soon won a record deal with a local record label, Smekkleysa (Bad Taste). In 1997, they released Von (Hope) and in 1998, released a remix collection named Von brigði. The name is Icelandic wordplay: Vonbrigði means "disappointment," but Von brigði means "hope alteration." (In English, the album is sometimes known by the alternative name "Recycle Bin.")
International acclaim came with 1999's Ágætis Byrjun ("An alright start"), for which the band were joined by Kjartan Sveinsson. The album's reputation slowly spread by word of mouth over the next two years. Soon, many critics worldwide hailed it as one of the best albums of its time, and the band was playing with Radiohead and other big names. Drummer Ágúst left the band after the recording of Ágætis Byrjun and was replaced by Orri Páll Dýrason.
After the release of Ágætis Byrjun, the band became perhaps most well known for Birgisson's signature style of playing guitar with the bow from a cello, accentuated with reverb, creating a sweeping, fluid sound that is unique for an electric guitar.
In early 2001, Sigur Rós set out to record some songs in their newly-completed álafoss swimming pool studio with their friend Steindór Andersen who is a fisherman and chairman of the Icelandic poetry society, Iðunn. Steindór is a chanter/singer of the traditional Icelandic epic poetry form, called "rímur," for which the band named their next EP, Rímur. Only 1000 copies of the EP were printed and sold in the spring tour of 2001.
In 2002, their highly anticipated follow-up album ( ) was released. Upon release, all tracks on the album were untitled, though the band later published song names on their website. Famously, all of the lyrics on ( ) are sung in vonlenska ("Hopelandic"), nonsensical vocalizations that resemble the sound of the Icelandic language. It has also been said that the listener is supposed to interpret their own meanings of the lyrics, which can then be written in the blank pages in the album booklet.
In October of 2003, Sigur Rós joined Radiohead in composing music for Merce Cunningham's dance piece Split Sides; Sigur Rós’s three tracks were named "Ba Ba," "Ti Ki," and "Di Do" and released in March of 2004 on an EP titled Ba Ba Ti Ki Di Do The three songs are separate tracks, but the band intended that all three be played at the same time to form one single song. The band's 1997 debut album Von also finally found a United States and United Kingdom release in October of 2004. Their latest full-length album, Takk... (Thanks...), was released on September 13, 2005, with a free legal download of their first single, "Glósóli," made available on August 15. For North American fans, "Sæglópur" was made available for download on August 16."Hoppípolla," the second official single from Takk..., was released on November 28 alongside a new studio remake of "Hafsól," a song which was previously released on the band's 1997 debut, Von.
Sæglópur EP was released on July 10 in most parts of the world and on August 8 in the United States. Its original release date was May 8, but because of the sudden demand of "Hoppípolla," especially in the UK due to its inclusion on BBC's "Planet Earth," it was pushed back from that date. Sigur Rós recorded three new songs for the EP: "Refur," "Ófriður," and "Kafari."
The Hvarf/Heim double album was released on November 5, 2007. Hvarf contains reworkings of songs dating back to the bands' first album, whereas Heim contains live acoustic versions of more well-known songs. The double album was an accompaniment to the film Heima. Heima is a documentary showing footage of the band's tour of Iceland, including live footage and interviews. The official web site is www.heimafilm.com.
Sigur Rós has sold over 2.5 million albums worldwide.
On June 23, 2008, they released Með suð í eyrum við spilum endalaust.
The single "Gobbledigook" was available for a free download on their website.
In January 2010, the band began a hiatus, and they are now working on new material. On August 11, 2011, the band's website showed a trailer for a project called Inni. A week later, the project was revealed to be a new live album and DVD, although the release date is currently unknown.
Sigur Rós'' sixth studio album, Valtari, was released on May 29, 2012 on Parlophone.
In January 2013, Kjartan Sveinsson left the band and was not replaced. Sigur Rós's first album following his departure was titled Kveikur and released in June 2013.
In 2014, the band made a guest appearance in the HBO show 'Game of Thrones,' performing The Rains of Castamere in the 2nd episode of the 4th season.
Websites
Both websites include discography, band trivia, song lyrics, and news: http://www.sigur-ros.co.uk and http://www.sigurros.com.
Rembihnútur
Sigur Rós Lyrics
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Byrja úppá nýtt
Vindi um klæðir í
Litir að en nú
Klippið að hárið á
Í lífi þetta af
Reysinú, aftur í
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
The lyrics to Sigur Rós's song Rembihnútur are in Icelandic, and thus their meaning is not immediately apparent to those who do not speak the language. However, the song is known for its emotive and ethereal quality, and the lyrics are believed to reflect feelings of renewal and spiritual rebirth.
The opening lines "Þurrka ég augun á / Byrja úppá nýtt" can be translated to mean "I dry my eyes / Start anew." This suggests a sense of moving on from the past and beginning again with a fresh outlook. The line "Vindi um klæðir í / Litir að en nú" can similarly be interpreted as a metaphor for shedding old skin and embracing new beginnings.
Later on in the song, the repeated phrase "Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi" is translated to mean "Life is then like breathing all leaves." This imagery reflects the cyclical nature of life and the idea that new growth and regeneration is constantly taking place.
In all, Rembihnútur is a song that celebrates the power of renewal and transformation. Its lyrics encourage listeners to embrace change and let go of past hurts, and the music itself is hauntingly beautiful and atmospheric, making for a truly transcendent listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Þurrka ég augun á
I dry my eyes
Byrja úppá nýtt
Starting anew
Vindi um klæðir í
Wind around the clothes
Litir að en nú
Colors changing but now
Klippið að hárið á
Cutting hair off
Í lífi þetta af
In this life it's over
Reysinú, aftur í
Journey again
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Life but then around every leaf breath
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Life but then around every leaf breath
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Life but then around every leaf breath
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Life but then around every leaf breath
Lífið en þá um laugun alla lauf andi
Life but then around every leaf breath
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GEORG HOLM, JON THOR BIRGISSON, KJARTAN SVEINSSON, ORRI PALL DYRASON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RustleXer
a friend recently passed away and he requested this song play at his funeral...he loved sigur ros as much as i did but this was his favourite...when this started, i couldn't stop crying and crying...all the beautiful memories we shared, all the amazing feelings we had when we were having fun all rushed to me...it was the most overwhelming experience and it just shows how powerful music is...especially Sigur Ros...i love you my friend...rest in peace
@mettamoose5074
OMG that's so beautiful, bless you friend and thank you for sharing! I'm crying just reading it, a fantastic comment!
@AlterRektMLG
I just cried a bit
@dccdc2279
❤️❤️❤️
@rachelm5363
I’ll never forget one of the times I heard this song. I was studying abroad in Europe and my brothers came to meet me to go backpacking for a few weeks. We got on an overnight train from Venice to Vienna. There was no air conditioning for the first few hours of the ride, and it was sweltering, miserable, and uncomfortable. I was having a hard time sleeping since our car was full, so there was no way to recline or put my feet up. I resigned myself to staying up the entire night while everyone else slept around me. To be honest, I was feeling pretty grumpy and ungrateful in that moment. Just as the first morning light appeared, this song came up on my playlist. I looked out the window and suddenly realized that we were surrounded by mountains. I’m not sure if it was the alps or the Dolomites, but they were so beautiful, especially in the early dawn. My attitude completely changed, and I was so glad to be awake while everyone else slept. That was one of the most magical moments of my life. It’s hard to distill it into a single YouTube comment.
@spielpfan7067
I am from Austria. From Venice to Vienna it was most likely the alps.
@YOjona69
I think Sigur Rós captures the very essence of music.. I mean this is just pure feeling, i don't understand any of the lyrics, but the moods and landscapes they create through their music is just... It's pure magic.
@jordansprinkles
All of the videos for the Valtari album are just pure beauty
@erandifernandeza1635
Jordan Sprinkles Same
@infoview4
Yeah, pure beauty, that is good drawing mean