1) The Accidentals ar… Read Full Bio ↴There are three groups called The Accidentals.
1) The Accidentals are an a cappella octect based in New York. They won the 1995 National Finals of the Harmony Sweepstakes with the original composition 'You Win', and have since released several CDs. Among the members are acclaimed vocalists Margaret Dorn, Emily Bindiger, and Catherine Russell.
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2) The Accidentals are a young duo from Traverse CIty, Michigan. Seventeen year olds, Katie Larson and Savannah Buist met in high school orchestra and play over a half dozen instruments each! They began taking the Northern Michigan music scene by storm in 2011. They have released two albums of original material, scored two independent films, opened for National Artists Andrew Bird and Sixto Rodriguez, and played over 1000 live shows, radio, and tv. Check out their new 2013 release "Bittersweet". www.moreaccidentals.com
3)The Accidentals are a young band from West Sussex. Formed in 2007, they are comprised of:
Tom Batty - Vocals/Guitar/Synth
Chris Ostler - 2nd Vocals/Lead Guitar
Evy - Drums
Alex Batty - Bass
They are known for their appearances across most of Sussex, and their first gig at which they played to a large crowd during the SWASH campaign in Worthing.
Miso Soup
The Accidentals Lyrics
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While in the isle of the local food co-op
I met the packs of miso soup you were standing transendental
Right there and then I knew our love would be coincidental
And with a yell those packs did fall
You came to help but it all
And I said, "Oh, what a happy accident"
I didn't know what I was lookin' for
I didn't know it was in store
I said that I like Kikoman and you replied, "Me too"
You said that you like miso soup and now baby I like you
Bonded over miso soup so romantically
Now the rest is history, you make miso happy
Oh, what a happy accident
I didn't know what I was lookin' for
Oh, what a happy accident
I didn't know it was in store
Now we tell all our friends of our tale of serendipity
Of staring in each other's eyes, alone in isle three
How fateful it was we were in the same store
But I won't tell you that I saw you there before
With a yell those packs did fall
You came to help but it all
And I said, "Oh, what a happy accident"
I didn't know what I was lookin' for
"Oh, what a happy accident"
I didn't know it was in store
The Accidentals' song "Miso Soup" is all about how love can strike in the most unexpected ways. The lyrics in the first verse tell the story of the singer's chance encounter with their future partner in the local food co-op. They were both reaching for the same packs of miso soup when they accidentally bumped into each other, causing the packs to fall. This serendipitous moment brought them together, and they both knew in that instant that their love would be "coincidental."
As the song progresses, the chorus of "Oh, what a happy accident" emphasizes the idea that sometimes the best things in life happen unexpectedly. The rest of the lyrics describe how their shared love for miso soup became a bonding experience that brought them closer together. The final verse reveals that the singer had actually seen their partner in the store before, but it wasn't until they accidentally met while reaching for the same miso soup packs that they truly connected.
Overall, "Miso Soup" is a sweet and romantic song that celebrates the idea of love at first sight, and how even the most mundane moments can spark something special.
Line by Line Meaning
It was one year ago that I felt my heart stop
Reflecting on a year ago when something significant happened.
While in the isle of the local food co-op
The location where the event occurred.
I met the packs of miso soup you were standing transendental
Meeting the person in the aisle while they were standing out.
Right there and then I knew our love would be coincidental
Feeling a connection with the person in an unexpected way.
And with a yell those packs did fall
Describing the moment when the miso soup fell to the floor with noise.
You came to help but it all
The other person helping pick up the miso soup.
And I said, "Oh, what a happy accident"
Reacting to the event with joy and surprise.
I didn't know what I was lookin' for
Not expecting to find someone at the food co-op.
"Oh, what a happy accident"
Re-emphasizing the happiness of the event.
I didn't know it was in store
Not knowing this would happen before going to the store.
I said that I like Kikoman and you replied, "Me too"
Starting a conversation about shared interests in food.
You said that you like miso soup and now baby I like you
Finding a common interest and developing feelings for the other person.
Bonded over miso soup so romantically
Describing the bond created over shared love for miso soup.
Now the rest is history, you make miso happy
Looking back at the past and being happy with the current relationship.
Now we tell all our friends of our tale of serendipity
Sharing the story of the happy accident with others.
Of staring in each other's eyes, alone in isle three
Describing the moment when the connection was felt.
How fateful it was we were in the same store
Reflecting on the coincidental nature of the event.
But I won't tell you that I saw you there before
Keeping a secret that may have made the event seem less coincidental.
And I said, "Oh, what a happy accident"
Repeating the initial happy reaction to the event.
I didn't know what I was lookin' for
Reiterating not expecting to find someone at the food co-op.
"Oh, what a happy accident"
Ending the song with the joy and surprise of the happy accident.
Contributed by Sarah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.