This fifteen musician strong ensemble is almost a big band and so truly earns the name “Orchester” (Orchestra). The complete instrumentation is 3 vocals, 4 strings, 3 horns and a full rhythm section. The orchestra is led by the extremely capable VOLKER MEITZ who has worked with JAZZANOVA, CLARA HILL, PAT APPLETON (singer of DEPHAZZ), PHONIQUE, Patrick Majer (producer of WIR SIND HELDEN and ROSENSTOLZ) amongst many others.
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L.O.V.E and You & I
Sonar Kollektiv Orchester Lyrics
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Girl you just caught my eye
Thought I should give it try
And get your name & your number
Go grab some lunch & eat some cucumbers
Why did I say that?
I don't know why.
But you're smilin' & it's something' I like
Girl we connect like we have bluetooth
I don't know why
I'm drawn to you
Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?
And this is all based on a lucky chance
That you would rather add than subtract
You & I
Could be like Sonny & Cher
Honey & Bears
And You & I
Could be like Aladdin & Jasmine
Lets make it happen
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Hey
How've you been?
I know that it's been awhile.
Are you tired cause you've been on my mind
Runnin' thousand & thousands of miles
Sorry, I know that line's outta style
But you
You look so beautiful on this starry night
Loving the way the moonlight catches your eyes & your smile
I'm captivated
Your beauty is timeless never outdated
I don't know why
I'm drawn to you
Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?
And this is all based on a lucky chance
That you would rather add then subtract
You & I
Could be like Sonny & Cher
Honey & Bears
And You & I
Could be like Aladdin & Jasmine
Lets make it happen
Babe
It's been 5 years since that special day
When I asked you on our first date
I guess it's safe to say that
You & I
Are better than Sonny & Cher
Honey & Bears
And You & I
Are better than Aladdin & Jasmine
We've made it happen
Singing
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Let me say
You look beautiful on our wedding day
The song, "L.O.V.E. and You & I" by Sonar Kollektiv Orchester, is a fun and upbeat tune about the beginning, middle, and end of a romantic relationship. The lyrics are about a man trying to woo a woman, reminiscing about past dates, and ultimately ending up in a long-term committed relationship. The song starts with the man approaching the woman and trying to charm her. He uses a cheesy line about cucumbers, but it works because she is smiling, making a connection as if they have "blue-tooth." He is drawn to her and suggests they could balance each other out to be "equal two." The chorus is catchy, suggesting their love could be like famous duos Sonny & Cher, Honey & Bears, Aladdin & Jasmine, and they should make it happen.
In verse two, the man reconnects with the woman after years have gone by. He praises her beauty and reminisces about their early dating days. He is still drawn to her and suggests they could be the perfect pair: "Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?" Again, the chorus repeats the wish for their love to be like the famous duos they admire. Lastly, the third verse takes place on their wedding day, where he tells her they are better than any famous couple because they have made it happen - they are now "You & I."
Sonar Kollektiv Orchester is a German jazz band formed in 1997. In 2001, the band released their first album, "Re-jazz," a tribute to electronic music that transformed it into jazz versions. They also released albums with interpretations of Stevie Wonder and MJ Cole. However, it was their 2011 album, "Live at the Beatpol," that had the song "L.O.V.E. and You & I." The album, recorded in Dresden in 2010, showed their versatility and adaptation of sound. It included innovative arrangements and twelve songs from other artists, such as Radiohead's "No Surprises" and Matthew Herbert's "The Story."
Line by Line Meaning
Hi
The singer greets the girl who catches his eye.
Girl you just caught my eye
The singer notices the girl and is intrigued by her.
Thought I should give it try
The singer decides to try his luck and talk to the girl.
And get your name & your number
The artist wants to get to know the girl better and asks for her contact information.
Go grab some lunch & eat some cucumbers
The artist suggests a casual lunch date and jokes about eating healthy.
Why did I say that?
The singer is self-conscious about his choice of words and questions his own behavior.
I don't know why.
The singer is unsure of his motives or feelings.
But you're smilin' & it's something' I like
The artist is pleased to see that the girl is smiling and responds positively to his approach.
On your face, yeah it suits you
The artist comments on how the girl's smile flatters her appearance.
Girl we connect like we have bluetooth
The artist feels a strong mutual attraction with the girl and uses a technological metaphor to express this.
I'm drawn to you
The singer feels inexplicably attracted to the girl and cannot help his feelings.
Could you be the other one so we'd equal two?
The artist speculates about the possibility of forming a romantic partnership with the girl.
And this is all based on a lucky chance
The singer acknowledges that the encounter is a coincidence and that there is no guarantee of success.
That you would rather add than subtract
The singer hopes that the girl is interested in pursuing a relationship and will choose to be involved rather than distance herself.
You & I
The singer emphasizes the connection and shared potential between himself and the girl he is pursuing.
Could be like Sonny & Cher
The artist suggests that he and the girl could have a celebrity-style partnership.
Honey & Bears
The artist uses a cutesy metaphor to further express the idea that he and the girl could be a well-suited couple.
And You & I
The singer reinforces the central theme of the song: the potential for romantic connection between two people.
Could be like Aladdin & Jasmine
The singer invokes another fictional couple to express the idealistic nature of his vision for his relationship with the girl.
Lets make it happen
The artist expresses his desire to pursue a relationship with the girl and make their romantic connection a reality.
Hey
The artist greets the girl again, having established a relationship with her over time.
How've you been?
The artist asks the girl how she has been doing, expressing concern for her well-being.
I know that it's been awhile.
The singer acknowledges that he has not seen the girl for some time.
Are you tired cause you've been on my mind
The artist explains that he has been thinking about the girl frequently and wonders if she is similarly preoccupied with thoughts of him, using a playful turn of phrase.
Runnin' thousand & thousands of miles
The singer exaggerates the distance he has traveled, humorously suggesting that his thoughts of the girl have taken him literally and metaphorically far from his usual surroundings.
Sorry, I know that line's outta style
The singer recognizes that he is using a clichéd pick-up line, but hopes that the girl will appreciate the sentiment behind it nonetheless.
But you
The singer shifts his focus back to the girl and how she makes him feel.
You look so beautiful on this starry night
The artist compliments the girl's appearance and the romantic ambiance of their surroundings.
Loving the way the moonlight catches your eyes & your smile
The artist elaborates on his appreciation of the girl's looks and demeanor in the current setting.
I'm captivated
The singer expresses how entranced he is by the girl in that moment.
Your beauty is timeless never outdated
The singer expresses his deep admiration for the girl's looks and how they persist over time.
It's been 5 years since that special day
The artist reveals that he and the girl have been in a relationship for a significant amount of time and that their romantic connection has grown deeper.
When I asked you on our first date
The artist reflects on the beginning of their romantic journey together.
I guess it's safe to say that
The artist implies that the relationship has been a positive experience for both him and the girl.
Are better than Sonny & Cher
The singer compares his own romantic connection with the girl to that of a well-known celebrity couple, suggesting that their love is just as valid and powerful.
And You & I
The artist repeats the song's refrain to emphasize the importance of the romantic connection he shares with the girl.
Are better than Aladdin & Jasmine
The singer uses the same comparison as earlier to indicate the enduring and transcendent nature of his love for the girl.
We've made it happen
The singer concludes the song by asserting that he and the girl have achieved their shared romantic potential and have made their relationship a reality.
Singing
The singer concludes the song with one final expression of joy and enthusiasm for his romantic relationship with the girl.
La la la la la la la la
The song's chorus is repeated, expressing the joy and excitement of being in love.
La la la la la la la
The song's chorus is repeated, expressing the joy and excitement of being in love.
La la la la la la la la
The song's chorus is repeated, expressing the joy and excitement of being in love.
La la la la la la la
The song's chorus is repeated, expressing the joy and excitement of being in love.
Writer(s): Vikter Duplaix, Alexander Barck, Claas Brieler, Jurgen von Knoblach, Axel Reinemer, Stefan Leisering
Contributed by Noah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
pastelsofneptune
short n' sweet, i like it!
Def Con
Cinematic