The music can be described as Swedish britpop, the band being very strongly influenced by Oasis and the The Beatles (to the point that you forget what band you're listening to). The name of the band comes from the song 'A Day In The Life' by The Beatles.
The band consists of:
- Kristian Gidlund: drums.
- Victor Norén: lead singing, tambourine, bass, guitars.
- Carl Norén: lead singer, guitars, harmonica.
- David Hebert: bass, organ, guitars.
- Jonas Carlson: lead guitar
The band released several demo's before they were contracted, in 2004. In that year, they released the EP 'Stay Young' and - later - the single 'Sweet Jackie'. It was the first single of their debut album, which was also released in 2004. The album ('Young and Armed') was also released in both Japan and Germany, where the band toured heavily, in early 2005. Two other singles, 'Sail Beyond Doubt' and 'Far Away From Man' from the album were also released in 2005.
In 2006, the band released the second album, 'First Round', First Minute'. The singles 'She/Last Chance' and 'Marigold' were also released that year. In 2007, the band only released the single 'Let Me Try', which was also included on the second album.
In 2008 the band returned with a third album, of which 'The Escapologist' was the first single to be released. The album was named 'The Wild One' and also contained the singles 'Never Thought' and 'Bus Stop'. Both singles were also released in 2008.
The band has gained a lot of popularity in Germany. They're better known in Germany than in their home country, Sweden. The band has two official sites, from which one is in German.
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Bus Stop
Sugarplum Fairy Lyrics
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Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
That's the way the whole thing started
Silly but it's true
Thinkin' of a sweet romance
Beginning in a queue
Came the sun the ice was melting
No more sheltering now
Nice to think that that umbrella
Led me to a vow
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
And every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
The lyrics to "Bus Stop" by Sugarplum Fairy tell a love story that begins on a rainy day at a bus stop. The singer sees a girl waiting there and offers to share his umbrella with her. Over the summer, they grow closer and become a couple. Despite the curious stares of others at the bus stop, their love prevails and they end up together. The repeated mentions of the umbrella represent the symbol of the beginnings of their love story, which leads to a vow by the end of the song.
The first verse showcases the beginning of their encounter, and the chorus reinforces the significance of their shared umbrella. The second verse further develops their love story, including the waiting at the bus stop and the acknowledgement of their feelings for one another. The bridge acknowledges that what began as a silly, coincidental meeting led to something deeper and meaningful, as the ice melts and they no longer need to shelter themselves from the rain. The final verse echoes the previous ones with the daily routine of seeing one another at the bus stop and the determination to end up together.
In "Bus Stop", the symbolism of the umbrella represents the beginning of the couple's relationship, and the idea of being under one umbrella suggests a shared experience, creating a bond between two people. The setting of the bus stop, the repeated references to mornings, and the changing seasons all suggest the passage of time, and the growth of a relationship which began with a chance encounter.
Line by Line Meaning
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
A man sees a woman waiting at a bus stop on a rainy day and asks her to share his umbrella.
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
They continue to see each other at the same bus stop, and their love grows over time.
All that summer we enjoyed it
During the summer, they spend time together and enjoy each other's company.
Wind and rain and shine
They experience all kinds of weather, but it doesn't affect their happiness together.
That umbrella, we employed it
They use the umbrella as a symbol of their love and commitment to each other.
By August, she was mine
Their relationship grows stronger over time, and by August they become a couple.
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
The man looks forward to seeing the woman every morning and waiting for the bus together.
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
She shares her shopping experience with him and includes him in her daily life.
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Others don't understand their love and find it strange that they are so happy together.
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
They plan to get married and spend the rest of their lives together.
That's the way the whole thing started
Their love story began at a bus stop on a rainy day when the man offered to share his umbrella.
Silly but it's true
Their love story may seem silly to others, but it's true and meaningful to them.
Thinkin' of a sweet romance
The man thinks of their love as a sweet and romantic story.
Beginning in a queue
Their love story began waiting in line together at the same bus stop.
Came the sun the ice was melting
The weather improves and their relationship grows stronger.
No more sheltering now
They no longer need to shelter under the umbrella as they have each other for support.
Nice to think that that umbrella
The umbrella becomes a symbol of their love and the beginning of their journey together.
Led me to a vow
Their relationship leads the man to make a commitment to the woman and vow to spend his life with her.
Contributed by John S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Franzimon
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
That's the way the whole thing started
Silly but it's true
Thinkin' of a sweet romance
Beginning in a queue
Came the sun the ice was melting
No more sheltering now
Nice to think that that umbrella
Led me to a vow
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
And every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
MandraModdle
Wow. I'm stunned. I was cringing because I LOVE the original song and was prepared for the worst but these guys did a great job covering it. Wow..
Ms Brightside
they are both soo great! the world needs much more bands like them!!
Werner Steiner
Nobody can "top" Graham Nash and Allan Clarke, but covering this Nr. 1 Hollies Hit is a statement anyway. Well done Boys, great vocals and a good arrangement.
Lies
That is definately the best cover I ever heard!! It's not too far from the original version, but it has the own 'Sugarplum Fairy' feeling. That makes it very nice xD And I like their voices! They sing very very good!!
Franzimon
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
That's the way the whole thing started
Silly but it's true
Thinkin' of a sweet romance
Beginning in a queue
Came the sun the ice was melting
No more sheltering now
Nice to think that that umbrella
Led me to a vow
Every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
Bus stop, bus goes, she stays, love grows
Under my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
And every morning I would see her waiting at the stop
Sometimes she'd shopped and she would show me what she bought
All the people stared as if we were both quite insane
Someday my name and hers are going to be the same
Bus stop, wet day, she's there, I say
Please share my umbrella
All that summer we enjoyed it
Wind and rain and shine
That umbrella, we employed it
By August, she was mine
M Kick
great cover. love it. :)
sophie97488
if i listen to this song, i think about summer holiday
davidduchovnyfan Müller
I love this song (:
Capricorn mars
the most beautiful boys live in Sweden!!!!!
jordimla
oh my beautiful city of stockholm as great and as nice as this cover version.