The Plastic Pals – from Stockholm, Sweden – released their debut album GOOD KARMA CAFÉ in 2008. An americana-tinged affair and a huge step forward for the band, while yet staying true to the twin guitar-paisley-garage-powerpop-New York rock-ideals as presented on the EP THE BAND THATS FUN TO BE WITH (2006). A collection of magic melodies with a dark edge.
The sound of The Plastic Pals continues to attract an increasing number of fans worldwide. A rootsy classic guitar-laden rock sound that takes you on a time capsule from the 50s to the present. The band has been compared to bands and artists like Echo&The Bunnymen, Television, The Dream Syndicate, The Velvet Underground, Green on Red, The Godfathers, Blue Oyster Cult, Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Costello. Too rootsy to be called garage, too poppy to be called rootsy, too garage rocking to be called americana or alt-country.
The album GOOD KARMA CAFÉ – with guest appearances by Green on Red´s keyboard maestro Chris Cacavas) – has received really good reviews, in Sweden as well as in the UK, The Netherlands, Belgium and Italy. Tunes from the album have received airplay and/or is receiving airplay in the USA (WFMU and WFNX), the UK (BBC6 and the House for Mercy show at Total Radio), Greece, Spain, Sweden, Germany, Holland, Belgium and France – with A-rotaion for months on a radio station in Lyon.
The Plastic Pals have been support band to The New Christs (Australia) - with members who have played with Radio Birdman and Barracudas.
The Plastic Pals, are:
Håkan Soold: vocals, guitar
Bengt Alm: bass, backing vocals
Olov Öqvist: drums
Anders Sahlin: guitar, backing vocals
More info on The Plastic Pals:
www.theplasticpals.se
www.myspace.com/theplasticpals
All the Way
The Plastic Pals Lyrics
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You blow me like a feather
All the way
All the way
I fly like a kite
Through all kinds of weather
All the way
All the way
The sky is greenish blue
The pure pleasure of just being here with you
Is the essence of all the things I need
All I really wanna do
(Chorus)
What would I ever do without you?
What would I do without your love?
(Verse)
As Jacob climbed hid ladder
All the way
All the way
I have never been this high
For worse perhaps the better
All the way
All the way
This is what they want
The icing on the cake
I pinch myself to see that I’m awake
I would never ever compromise
With so much at stake
(Chorus)
What would I ever do without you?
What would I do without your love?
The sky is greenish blue
The pure pleasure of just being here with you
Is the essence of all the things I need
All I really wanna do
(Chorus x2)
What would I ever do without you?
What would I do without your love?
The Plastic Pals's song "All the Way" is a love song about the singer's appreciation and dependence on their lover. The opening lines, "You blow me like a feather / All the way / All the way," suggest that the singer feels light and unburdened in the presence of their partner. They then compare themselves to a kite, saying that they can fly through any kind of weather as long as they are with their lover. The second verse draws a parallel between the singer's emotional high and the biblical story of Jacob's ladder. The singer acknowledges that there is a lot at stake in their relationship, but they are willing to hold onto their convictions and not compromise. The chorus is essentially a question to their partner, asking them to imagine what life would be like without their love.
The lyrics of "All the Way" are simple but effective at capturing the feeling of being in a loving relationship. The imagery of flying like a feather or a kite suggest the lightness and happiness that comes with love. The reference to Jacob's ladder adds a weightiness to the song, implying that the singer's emotional high is not just a fleeting feeling but something significant and worthwhile. The chorus is a clever way to express the idea that the singer can't imagine life without their partner and is a sentiment that many can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
You blow me like a feather
You have the power to control, influence, and move me easily and effortlessly, just like a feather blown by the wind.
All the way
Completely and fully, without holding back or limiting oneself.
I fly like a kite
I feel free and weightless, like a kite soaring in the sky, without any worries or constraints weighing me down.
Through all kinds of weather
Regardless of what obstacles or challenges come my way, I will continue to soar and enjoy life to the fullest with you by my side.
The coast is clear,
Everything is safe, secure, and without any obstacles or dangers that could prevent us from being together.
The sky is greenish blue
Everything feels serene, calm, and peaceful, with a hint of excitement and creativity to make life even more enjoyable.
The pure pleasure of just being here with you
The simple act of being in your presence brings me immense joy, happiness, and satisfaction with life.
Is the essence of all the things I need
You are the most essential and necessary thing in my life, providing me with all the love, support, and happiness that I could ever ask for.
All I really wanna do
My primary goal and desire in life is to be with you and enjoy every moment of our time together.
As Jacob climbed his ladder
Similar to the biblical story of Jacob's ladder, I am climbing higher and higher with you by my side, reaching new heights and achieving my dreams.
I have never been this high
I have never felt so happy, fulfilled, and content in my life as I do now with you.
For worse perhaps the better
Despite the uncertainties and challenges that may arise in our relationship, I am willing to face them head-on and believe that our love will prevail.
This is what they want
Our love and happiness together is what others desire and aspire to have in their own lives.
The icing on the cake
Our love is the final touch to make everything perfect, just like icing on a cake.
I pinch myself to see that I’m awake
Sometimes I can hardly believe how amazing and wonderful my life with you is, that I feel like I must be dreaming.
I would never ever compromise
I am committed to our love and relationship, and I would never make any compromises or sacrifices that would jeopardize what we have together.
With so much at stake
Our relationship means too much to me to take any risks or chances that could harm what we have together.
Contributed by Ethan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.