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.
Wait a Minute
The Hives Lyrics
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What was that you're saying, it was much too fast
You say they're born to lose and we live to win
And when all is said and done, all they do is sin
You say they're lazy and no good and they don't do the things they should
I see your mouth move and sound comes out,
But I can't hear you cause you're fading out
Oh I ain't here to try and spoil your fun and I ain't trying to be a cop
Wait a minute now!
So B-B-B-B-Baby wait a minute now
If you want me to understand, cause this is getting out of hand
You say - "These kids they're all insane",
That "they got drugs instead of brains"
"They drink blood at night, yes they do, not every one of them, but a few"
But I ain't here to try and spoil your fun and I ain't trying to be a cop
But my head is stuck in the guillotine and the blade is about to drop
Wait a minute now!
My light's out but you don't stop, more wasted time it was all that I got
No need to worry, no need to fret, come on
You be good, you be gone, understood?
Well come on, wait a minute now!
So hold up you wise up, you wind up, you can't stop,
You don't stop and you won't stop, you won't stop, you don't stop,
You won't wait a minute now
The Hives's song Wait A Minute is a fast-paced, punk rock anthem that critiques societal beliefs and norms. In the first verse, the singer cannot keep up with someone's words, and it seems like they are speaking too quickly. The person may be speaking about how some people are born to lose while others live to win. However, the singer does not fully comprehend the conversation. The second verse is even more chaotic, with the person saying that kids are insane and have drugs instead of brains. This verse is focusing on the generational gap between young people and adults. The singer is trying to reason with the person to explain their thoughts in a more understandable way. They do not want to spoil anyone's fun or be a cop, but they feel like their head is in a guillotine, and the blade is about to drop. In the chorus, the singer begs the person to wait a minute to understand their point of view.
The song primarily critiques the societal norms and beliefs towards the younger generation. The lyrics mock the beliefs that young people are lazy, no good, and don't do the right things. The song's overall message is to bridge the gap between generations and understand each other's perspective without stereotypes. The song's fast-paced punk rock sound complements the message, which is to take a step back and look at things from another's point of view.
Line by Line Meaning
I tried to listen, I can't keep up
I attempted to comprehend what you were saying, but I couldn't keep pace
What was that you're saying, it was much too fast
What exactly did you say? It was spoken at a very rapid pace
You say they're born to lose and we live to win
You claim that they have no chance of winning and we were born to emerge victorious
And when all is said and done, all they do is sin
At the end of the day, all they do is commit sinful acts
You say they're lazy and no good and they don't do the things they should
You assert that they are indolent and incompetent, and they don't fulfill their duties
I see your mouth move and sound comes out, But I can't hear you cause you're fading out
I can see your lips moving and producing sound, but I'm unable to hear you as your voice fades away
Oh I ain't here to try and spoil your fun and I ain't trying to be a cop But my head is stuck in the guillotine and the blade is about to drop Wait a minute now!
I'm not here to ruin your pleasure or act like a law enforcement official, but I feel trapped in a perilous situation, thus please wait a moment
If you want me to understand, cause this is getting out of hand
If you want me to comprehend, since this situation is spiraling out of control
You say - 'These kids they're all insane', That 'they got drugs instead of brains' 'They drink blood at night, yes they do, not every one of them, but a few'
You state that these youngsters are all deranged, that their brains are infused with drugs, and that a few of them drink blood at night
My light's out but you don't stop, more wasted time it was all that I got No need to worry, no need to fret, come on You be good, you be gone, understood? Well come on, wait a minute now!
I'm exhausted, but you continue to speak. I have fewer opportunities, and I'm not anxious. Be well, and leave me behind; do you understand? Come on, wait a moment!
So hold up you wise up, you wind up, you can't stop, You don't stop and you won't stop, you won't stop, you don't stop, You won't wait a minute now
Therefore, pause, learn, gather energy, and don't give up. You won't wait just a moment now
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Randy Fitzsimmons
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@deathmoon26
I tried to listen, I can't keep up
What was that you're saying, it was much too fast
You say they're born to lose and we live to win
And when all is said and done, all they do is sin
You say they're lazy and no good and they don't do the things they should
I see your mouth move and sound comes out,
But I can't hear you cause you're fading out
Oh I ain't here to try and spoil your fun and I ain't trying to be a cop
But my head is stuck in the guillotine and the blade is about to drop
Wait a minute now!
So B-B-B-B-Baby wait a minute now
If you want me to understand, cause this is getting out of hand
You say - "These kids they're all insane",
That "they got drugs instead of brains"
"They drink blood at night, yes they do, not every one of them, but a few"
But I ain't here to try and spoil your fun and I ain't trying to be a cop
But my head is stuck in the guillotine and the blade is about to drop
Wait a minute now!
My light's out but you don't stop, more wasted time it was all that I got
No need to worry, no need to fret, come on
You be good, you be gone, understood?
Well come on, wait a minute now!
So hold up you wise up, you wind up, you can't stop,
You don't stop and you won't stop, you won't stop, you don't stop,
You won't wait a minute now
@AfdA81
One of the best live bands in the world! I was fortunate enough to see them when Veni Vidi Vicious was released
@ottomans2876
I was luck enough to see them at Leeds around that time. They were on a crap slot at midday, but they got all of us to forget about our hangovers. Fun band, charismatic singer.
@markstansbury191
For sure
@joelc5829
I saw them a couple days before Tyrannosaurus Hives was released. Got a high five from Pelle and everything, excellent live band.
@marcohavokkhaos
Their best album
@LVRROCK
they all have beautiful eyes
@nftlproductions6047
They're all swedish, of course they all have beautiful eyes
@dmitriiegorov1888
and definetely mouths too :D
@thetramp123
Got drunk with these guys a number of years ago after one of their shows. They're pretty kickass.
@isadora3687
i dream with that
T_T