The Conc… Read Full Bio ↴The Concretes are a Swedish band composed of eight members.
The Concretes began as a three member band with Victoria Bergsman, Maria Eriksson, and Lisa Milsberg, in 1995 in Stockholm. Since then they have picked up members, growing into an eight piece band. They also have a number of "Honorary Concretes" who play on their records.
One of their songs from their album The Concretes, Say Something New, has been featured on TV advertisements in the United States for Target.
Another of their songs "Chico", has been remixed by Australian electronic artists The Avalanches.
Maria Eriksson is also half the band Heikki, with guitarist Jari Haapalainen. They released their self-titled debut, a mini-cd, in Scandinavia in 2002. The follow-up, Heikki 2, appeared in 2004.
Group members:
Lisa Milberg – current lead vocalist, drums
Maria Eriksson – guitar, lead and backup vocals
Martin Hansson – bass, backup vocals
Ulrik Karlsson – horns, piano, backup vocals
Per Nyström – organ, backup vocals
Ludvig Rylander – horns, piano and backing vocals
Daniel Värjö – guitar, mandolin, backup vocals
Victoria Bergsman - Vocals
An email to fans dated July 25th stated that Victoria has left the band to pursue a solo career. Surely this will change The Concretes sounds markedly, though the integrity that characterises their work is sure to remain whatever decision the band make.
Their 2010 album "WYWH," which received slightly less positive reviews, has turned out to be their last.
Oh Baby
The Concretes Lyrics
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But when I came around you didn't treat me good
So I am going home with saddened feelings
But I will find me another way?
And I came around 'cause I wanted to hold you
But when I came around you didn't treat me good
So I am going home with saddened feelings
Oh, baby, this ain't working out
No, baby, this not what we're about
Baby, this ain't working out
No, baby, this not what we're about
Oh, baby, this ain't working out
No, baby, this not what we're about
Oh, baby, this ain't working out
No, baby, this not what we're about
And baby, this ain't working out
No, baby, this not what we're about
What we're about
The lyrics of The Concretes' Oh Baby speak to a failed romantic relationship where one party is disillusioned with the other's behavior. The singer attempted to reach out to their partner because they wanted to speak to them, but upon their arrival, they were not treated well. They were met with indifference or hostility, causing the singer to leave with a heavy heart, promising to find another way.
The following lines repeat the same pattern - where the singer came with the intent of holding their partner, but the same negative reception is given. The chorus reinforces the idea that the relationship isn't working out, and it's not what they are about. The singer's repeated disappointment and frustration emphasize the need for change and acceptance of reality.
The lyrics of the song give a snapshot of the dynamics of romance and the human tendency to hold onto hope, even when there is little evidence to support it. The singer eventually acknowledges that the relationship is not fulfilling its intention and decides to move on to seek something better.
Line by Line Meaning
I came to see you 'cause I wanted to speak to you
I visited you because I wanted to communicate with you
But when I came around you didn't treat me good
Unfortunately, when I arrived, you were not kind to me
So I am going home with saddened feelings
As a result of your behavior, I am leaving with a heavy heart
But I will find me another way?
However, I am determined to find a different solution
Oh, baby, this ain't working out
Oh darling, this relationship is not going well
No, baby, this not what we're about
This is not what our relationship should be
And baby, this ain't working out
And darling, this relationship is not working
No, baby, this not what we're about
This is not the type of relationship we want
Oh, baby, this ain't working out
Oh darling, this relationship is not going well
No, baby, this not what we're about
This is not what we envisioned for our relationship
What we're about
Our relationship should be about something more positive and fulfilling
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: LISA MILBERG, MARIA ERIKSSON, MARKUS HULTHEN, MARTIN HANSSON, PER NYSTROM, VICTORIA BERGSMAN
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