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.
No Pun Intended
The Hives Lyrics
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But I can see what it is bothering me
The kind you want from long way back in time
It's been disposable since 79'
I never wanted this to end
Good with transmission but too lazy to send
Not going down no in no history
You're going down because of me
A lot of cause to be alarmed
A solid chance of an upcoming harm
Put up with me or I put you away
So I ask what have we learned here today
I never wanted it to stop
So I gave notice and I moved to the top
Your opinion never weighed a ton
And your talking never hurt anyone
And now it's time to see what you got from me
But full understanding can't be guaranteed
You say we had our fill but I move for the kill
I keep on doing it til' I get everybody everywhere
People are people and they're never scared away
I say
Ten dead but no pun
So you look for authenticity
Only to find what you wanted in me
You had a function long long time ago
Had a function but the thinking was slow
I never wanted this to end
Good with transmission but too lazy to send
Not going down no in no history
You're going down because of me
The song "No Pun Intended" by The Hives is an upbeat, energetic track that contains lyrics which interpret as a sarcastic take on society's obsession with finding authenticity. The song mocks the idea that people search for authenticity in everything they do or buy, while everything has been disposable since the late 1970s. The lyrics also hint at the idea of people holding onto old ideas or ideals, even though they may no longer hold any value. The singer seems to be saying that no matter how hard we try, things like authenticity and originality are just illusions and are often not achievable.
The song begins with the singer addressing someone who is looking for authenticity, pointing out that they are bothering him. He then speaks about the kind of authenticity people want, which is something from a long time ago but has been disposable since 1979. He further states that he never wanted this to end, but he was too lazy to send.
The chorus of the song indicates that people need to be careful of an upcoming harm, and if they don't put up with the singer, he'll put them away. He ends by saying that he keeps on doing it until he gets everybody everywhere, and people are never scared away.
Overall, the song is a critique of society's obsession with authenticity and the idea that people hold onto old ideas without realizing that they may no longer hold any value. It is an invitation to live in the present and embrace change, rather than being fixated on the past.
Line by Line Meaning
So you look for authenticity
You're searching for something that is real and not fake.
But I can see what it is bothering me
However, there's something that's really bothering me about you.
The kind you want from long way back in time
You're looking for something that existed a long time ago.
It's been disposable since 79'
However, it's something people haven't valued since 1979.
I never wanted this to end
I didn't want things to come to a close between us.
Good with transmission but too lazy to send
I have good communication skills but I'm too lazy to use them.
Not going down no in no history
I won't be forgotten in history books.
You're going down because of me
However, you'll be remembered for being associated with me and my actions.
A lot of cause to be alarmed
There are plenty of reasons to be concerned right now.
A solid chance of an upcoming harm
There's a high likelihood of something negative happening soon.
Put up with me or I put you away
Either you tolerate me or I get rid of you.
So I ask what have we learned here today
So, what is it that we've discovered and gained from our interaction today?
I never wanted it to stop
I never wished for things to come to an end between us.
So I gave notice and I moved to the top
Therefore, I informed you of my plans and rose to a higher position.
Your opinion never weighed a ton
Your perspective never held much value or significance.
And your talking never hurt anyone
In addition, your words never caused any harm or damage.
And now it's time to see what you got from me
It's time to witness what you've gained from our interaction thus far.
But full understanding can't be guaranteed
However, I can't guarantee that you'll have a complete comprehension of things.
You say we had our fill but I move for the kill
You believe we've had enough, but I'm still actively pursuing my goals.
I keep on doing it til' I get everybody everywhere
I'll continue until I've convinced and influenced everyone, regardless of their location.
People are people and they're never scared away
People will always be people and won't be deterred easily.
I say
That's what I believe.
Ten dead but no pun
Despite ten people losing their lives, there's no sarcasm in my statement.
So you look for authenticity
Once again, you're seeking something genuine and sincere.
Only to find what you wanted in me
However, you can only find what you're searching for in me.
You had a function long long time ago
You had a purpose that was relevant a very long time ago.
Had a function but the thinking was slow
However, that purpose had a slow and inefficient thought process.
I never wanted this to end
Once again, I didn't want things to come to a close between us.
Good with transmission but too lazy to send
My ability to communicate is great, but I'm still not willing to put in the effort to do so.
Not going down no in no history
I won't be forgotten in history books.
You're going down because of me
However, you'll be remembered for being associated with me and my actions.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Randy Fitzsimmons
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