The name, The Raveonettes, is a direct reference to The Ronettes, and Buddy Holly's song Rave On!.
Their songs juxtapose the structural and chordal simplicity of 50s and 60s rock with intense electric instrumentation, driving beats and often dark lyrical content, similar to another of the band's influences, The Velvet Underground. Altogether, they sound very much like a slightly more melodic version of The Jesus and Mary Chain.
http://www.theraveonettes.com
On April 4th, 2011, they released "Raven in the Grave", a nine-track studio album with Vice Records. It's their 5th studio album.
From their site bio:
“I think we have finally hit on something quite important and different for this album,” explains Sune. “This is the first Raveonettes album we've done which doesn't feature the signature Raveonettes surf drumbeat. None of the tunes have any real sunshine to them. It’s all very un-Rave.”
“It has a mood of ethereal defiance” Sharin adds. “It’s dark but not bleak, like the single minded determination caused by crisis that is not quite hope but just as powerful. It’s the perfect winter soundtrack just in time for spring”.
My Boyfriend`s Back
The Raveonettes Lyrics
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(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
When you see him comin', better cut on the double.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You've been spreading lies that I was untrue.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
So look out now 'cause he's comin' after you.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows that you've been lyin'.
He's been gone for such a long time.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Now he's back and things will be fine.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
'Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows about your cheatin',
Now you're gonna get a beatin'.
What made you think he'd believe all your lies?
(Ah-oo, ah-oo.)
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size!
(Ah-oo.)
Wait and see!
My boyfriend's back, he's gonna save my reputation
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
If I were you, I'd take a permanent vacation.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
The Raveonettes' song My Boyfriend's Back is a bold statement of female empowerment and allegiance to a loved one. The song's protagonist is fiercely protective of her reputation and her boyfriend's honor, and she's ready to take on anyone who threatens either. The opening lines of the song "my boyfriend's back, and you're gonna be in trouble" reveals her confidence and boldness, as well as highlighting her boyfriend's return from a long absence.
The song's lyrics suggest that the singer's absence made her the target of malicious rumors, so she warns her gossipers that her boyfriend is back, and they better get ready to face his rage. She also calls out their lies and deceit, announcing that her boyfriend knows about all their cheating and deceitful behavior, and they will regret their actions. The song evolves into a warning to the harasser that she won't tolerate their behavior and that the return of her boyfriend resounds in retribution.
Line by Line Meaning
My boyfriend's back and you're gonna be in trouble. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
My boyfriend has returned, and as a result of your actions, you will be facing dire consequences. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
When you see him comin', better cut on the double. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
If you catch sight of him, you had better leave immediately. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You've been spreading lies that I was untrue. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You have been gossiping about me and spreading false rumors. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
So look out now 'cause he's comin' after you. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Be wary of him because he is coming to get you. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows that you've been tryin', And he knows that you've been lyin'.
He is aware of your attempt at deceiving and misleading others, and your lies.
He's been gone for such a long time. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
He has been absent for an extended period of time. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Now he's back and things will be fine. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Now that he has returned, everything will be all right. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You will come to regret being alive because of what he will do to you. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
'Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
He is a very imposing and powerful figure. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows about your cheatin', Now you're gonna get a beatin'.
He has knowledge of your unfaithful behavior, and you will be facing physical violence.
What made you think he'd believe all your lies? (Ah-oo, ah-oo.)
What led you to believe that he would trust and accept your deceitful words? (Ah-oo, ah-oo.)
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size! (Ah-oo.)
You may feel like you have power, but he will bring you back down to reality! (Ah-oo.)
My boyfriend's back, he's gonna save my reputation (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
My reputation will be preserved and protected by my returning boyfriend. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
If I were you, I'd take a permanent vacation. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
If I were in your place, I would leave and never return. (Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
Lalala, my boyfriend has returned!
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
Lalala, my boyfriend has returned!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOB FELDMAN, GERALD GOLDSTEIN, RICHARD GOTTEHRER
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