Their first two EP's, No Title and Soviet Soviet, were self-released in 2009 (later compiled and reissued as the compilation Nice in 2011 and 2016).
After the 2011 EP Summer, Jesus, they released their first full-length album Fate in 2013 on the U.S. label Felte.
In december 2016 they released their second album Endless on both Felte and the italian Black Candy Records.
Remember Now
Soviet Soviet Lyrics
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Just a blonde
Words are not a prayer
White sands
Dolphins around
Words are not a prayer
Your life fades away
And words are not enough
Go back to where we were
Can I tell you?
Your confused run on the coast
You left my hands
So I always choose
Choose wrong
Flowers are not enough
I could scream but you
Wouldn't notice
Words are not enough
Can I tell you?
Your confused run on the coast
You left my soul
Can I tell you?
While the sky got dark
You left my hands
When I lack control
You feel lost
But tonight don't bring me down
I try words to win your heart
The wall seems insurmountable
But you keep the pain away
I'd like to
Have you here
When I lack control
You feel lost
But tonight don't bring me down
I try words to win your heart
The lyrics of Soviet Soviet's Remember Now offer a narrative of a failed relationship. The activities around the singer - dolphins, white sand - and the physical aspects of life - red wine, blonde hair - remind them of their past love. However, they are consumed by regret, and the words they choose to express their feelings are inadequate. The singer is lost and constantly struggling with control, as evidenced by the line, "I always choose, choose wrong," which implies that they make poor choices in life. The wall that separates them from their lover seems insurmountable, but they keep trying to win them back with words that they know will never be enough.
The song is wrought with emotion - regret, longing, desolation - and captures the feeling of being powerless in a relationship. The singer embodies human fallibility, and their inability to express their emotions adequately becomes a significant hindrance in their search for love. However, they continue to strive for that love, even though it may not be possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Wine is red
The color of wine often represents the passion and intensity of an emotion
Just a blonde
Physical appearance shouldn't be the defining factor in someone's worth
Words are not a prayer
Spoken words hold no power or ability to create change or improve a situation
White sands
A beautiful and tranquil setting that could distract from reality and the hardships we face
Dolphins around
Even in moments of peace and joy, there is still a sense of isolation and loneliness
Words are not a prayer
Words hold no power or ability to create change or improve a situation
Under your feet
Your life can slip away from you quickly and unexpectedly
Your life fades away
The fleeting and temporary nature of life
And words are not enough
Words hold no power or ability to create change or improve a situation
Go back to where we were
Reverting back to an earlier time or mindset where things were simpler
Can I tell you?
Asking for permission to confess or speak honestly
Your confused run on the coast
Feeling lost or unsure about your direction in life
You left my hands
Feeling abandoned or alone in a difficult situation
So I always choose
Facing a difficult decision where every option seems to be a bad one
Choose wrong
Feeling regret or sadness over past decisions
Flowers are not enough
Material possessions or gestures hold no power or ability to create change or improve a situation
I could scream but you
Feeling like your voice or opinions are being ignored or dismissed
Wouldn't notice
Feeling like your struggles or emotions aren't being acknowledged or valued
Words are not enough
Words hold no power or ability to create change or improve a situation
Can I tell you?
Asking for permission to confess or speak honestly
Your confused run on the coast
Feeling lost or unsure about your direction in life
You left my soul
Feeling empty or incomplete without someone or something in your life
Can I tell you?
Asking for permission to confess or speak honestly
While the sky got dark
Experiencing a difficult or challenging moment in life
You left my hands
Feeling abandoned or alone in a difficult situation
When I lack control
Feeling overwhelmed or powerless in a situation
You feel lost
Feeling uncertain or unsure about the future
But tonight don't bring me down
Hoping to stay positive and hopeful despite the challenges faced
I try words to win your heart
Using verbal communication to express love or affection
The wall seems insurmountable
Feeling like a challenge is too difficult to overcome
But you keep the pain away
Having someone who provides comfort and support in difficult times
I'd like to
Expressing a desire or hope for something
Have you here
Wanting the presence or companionship of someone
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALESSANDRO FERRI
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