The Hives are:
"Howlin" Pelle Almqvist (vocals)
Nicholaus "Arson" Almqvist (guitar)
Mikael "Vigilante Carlstroem" Karlsson (guitar)
Johan"The Johan and Only" Gustavsson (bass)
Christian "Chris Dangerous" Grahn (drums)
The band claims that their songs are written by an honorary "sixth Hive", Randy Fitzsimmons. Since Nicholaus Almqvist can be found listed under the pseudonym Randy Fitzsimmons in the archives of STIM (the Swedish equivalent of the Performing Right Society) many believe Fitzsimmons is 'fictional'. (Nicholaus Almqvist vehemently denies this.) The band are also known for their energetic live performances, with Howlin' Pelle running around stage and saying outrageous things, and with everyone strictly dressed in black and white.
The Hives formed in 1993 (originally they wanted to call themselves 'The HIVs', but decided to change it slightly resulting in their current name) and released their debut recording, the EP Oh Lord! When? How? in 1996, followed by 1997's Barely Legal LP, and 1998's a.k.a. I.D.I.O.T. EP on the Swedish skate punk oriented record label Burning Heart Records.
Soon after, they began touring in the US and finally released their 2000 US breakthrough album, Veni Vidi Vicious; the album included the hit singles "Main Offender" and "Hate to Say I Told You So". Their UK breakthrough, Your New Favourite Band, a greatest-hits compilation, was released on the Poptones label in 2001. This was followed by extensive touring, as well as the re-release of previous recordings in the US.
Their next album, entitled Tyrannosaurus Hives and released on July 20 2004, was a slight departure from earlier releases. It has been described as a sound similar to what it might sound like if the band taught robots how to play their music, and then re-learned it from the robots to record, because of its rigid/rapid-fire arrangement, yet the band kept their distinctive blend of garage and punk influences. The album includes the hit singles Walk Idiot Walk, Two-Timing Touch And Broken Bones, and A Little More For Little You.
The Hives' next record, titled The Black and White Album, was released on October 15, 2007 (November 13 in the U.S.). The band said they've recorded 20 to 30 songs (including seven recorded with producer Pharrell Williams) for this album and are currently choosing the best. Other tracks have been produced by Jacknife Lee and Dennis Herring. Sessions were held with Timbaland, with whom the band produced the song Throw It On Me, but took place too late for any of the resultant tracks to make the record. They hope to use these songs as b-sides, although Throw It On Me was released as a single on Timbaland's album Shock Value.
The Go Right Ahead Songfacts reports news detailing Swedish rock group, The Hives’, fifth studio album Lex Hives was announced on March 12, 2012. The record is composed of twelve self-produced tracks, with a deluxe version containing bonus songs produced by Josh Homme.
Here We Go Again
The Hives Lyrics
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A sign spelling out a word that none of us has heard.
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
A voice inside of me says insufficiency how come it worked out for you?
Not satisfied just yet, want to receive and get.
I believe that word my inner voices never left unheard.
Twenty bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
Bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
Here we go again!
Here we go again!
Here we goddamn go again!
The Hives's song Here We Go Again is about consumerism and the idea that we can buy our way out of unhappiness and lack of fulfilment. The opening lyrics describe a neon light above every average teen, indicating that this is a common experience shared by many. The sign spelling out a word that none of us has heard suggests that society creates new products and ideas to sell to us as a way out of our problems, even if we haven't heard of them before.
The lyrics then go on to describe the singer buying into this idea of a new product that promises to reject unhappy moments and sorrow. They use piece of paper and the almighty pen to write down what they want to buy and then they repeat the chorus "here we go again" suggesting that they have been down this path before.
The second verse is a reflection on the singer's own feelings of insufficiency and envy towards others, suggesting that even those who buy into this consumerist way of life are not entirely satisfied. The final repetition of the chorus, with the addition of the expletive, emphasises the frustration and ultimately the failure of this cycle of consumerism.
Line by Line Meaning
A neon light is seen above every average teen.
Every teenager is attracted to the neon lights.
A sign spelling out a word that none of us has heard.
The sign advertises a new product that is unknown to everyone.
Fourteen bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
For just a few dollars, you can buy the latest product that promises to make your life better.
A new product rejects unhappy moments and sorrow.
The new product promises to eliminate any negative emotions or experiences that you may have.
I'll take this one and that one and then some more.
The artist is willing to try any and all new products that come their way.
I'll use a piece of paper and the almighty pen, here we go again.
The singer is ready to make a list of all the new products they want to try.
A voice inside of me says insufficiency how come it worked out for you?
The singer questions why some people seem to be successful while they are not.
I better try something new.
The artist decides to try a new product in hopes of achieving success.
Not satisfied just yet, want to receive and get.
The artist is not content with their current situation and desires more.
I believe that word my inner voices never left unheard.
The artist trusts in the promises of the new product and their own desires for success.
Twenty bucks today and I get a new life tomorrow
The singer is willing to pay more for a product that promises even greater results.
Here we go again!
The artist is excited to try out the new product and start a new chapter in their life.
Here we go again!
The excitement and anticipation for trying the new product continues to build.
Here we goddamn go again!
The singer is enthusiastic and determined to try the new product, regardless of any potential risks or consequences.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: RANDY FITZSIMMONS
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