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.
The Hives-Declare Guerre Nucleaire
The Hives Lyrics
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Did some atomic tricks in 2006
Got out way late in 2008
Let's do it all again in 2010
Uh!
Ah!
Had an atomic bore in 2004
Did some atomic tricks in 2006
Im gonna do it all again in 2010
And for 5....7.....9 and 11 the guess is yours
The lyrics to The Hives's song "Declare Guerre Nucleaire" are emblematic of the band's sound and style. The song seems to be about the excitement and thrill that comes with the possibility of a nuclear war. The lyrics mention some sort of atomic bore and tricks that were done in 2004 and 2006 respectively. The suggestion of atomic tricks implies that someone or a group of people were attempting to test or experiment with nuclear technology. The chorus declares, "Let's do it all again in 2010," which can be interpreted as a call to action or a desire to repeat these experiments and push the limits even further. The song ends with the lines "And for 5....7.....9 and 11 the guess is yours," suggesting that there are more secret atomic activities to come.
The song is written with a fast-paced, punk-rock style and uses powerful and intense guitar riffs, drum beats, and vocal lines. The Hives are known for their energetic and dynamic live performances, and this song encapsulates their spirit and passion. The lyrics, while somewhat cryptic, invite the listener to embrace the mystery and danger of nuclear activities and experience the rush of living on the edge.
Line by Line Meaning
Had an atomic bore in 2004
We experienced a relatively boring and uneventful year in 2004.
Did some atomic tricks in 2006
We explored some experimental and unconventional ways of doing things in 2006.
Got out way late in 2008
We were slow in catching up with the trends and changes that were happening around us in 2008.
Let's do it all again in 2010
Let's repeat the same cycle of experimentation and catching up with trends in 2010.
Uh!
Expressing excitement or anticipation for what is to come.
Ah!
Expressing satisfaction with what has been experienced or achieved.
And for 5....7.....9 and 11 the guess is yours
As for the upcoming years of 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2021, it's up to the audience to speculate and see what will happen.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RANDY FITZSIMMONS
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