In May 2006 the long awaited The Tough Alliance - New Waves EP was released on their own label Sincerely Yours. In October 2006 followed their second full length album, 'Escaping Your Ambitions'.
In May 2007, the much anticipated third album 'A New Chance' was released on Sincerely Yours, further developing their charismatic sound of 'The New School' and 'New Waves'; a fusion with their brief exploration of ambient electronica found on Escaping Your Ambitions.
In 2010, Eric Berglund made it clear that The Tough Alliance since 2009 was no more.
Looking For Gold
The Tough Alliance Lyrics
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Do you understand my language
Could we be honest for a second
It's okay if you call me a bitch
All I know is that you want to show
Shout but still lay low
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
Looking for gold baby that can't be bought or sold
Papadapapadada
Tell me baby what you're thinking
Would you please give me your number
Could you come on and get your colours
Would you catch me if I'd stumble
All I know is that you don't want it to show
Shout but still stay cool
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
That can't be bought or sold
Looking for gold baby that can't be bought or sold
Papadapapadada
Papadapapadada
And tell me baby can you feel it
?
Tell me baby can you feel it
Why would you even bother
All I know is that you don't want it to show
Shout but still stay cool
Papadapapadada
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
That can't be bought or sold
Looking for gold baby that can't be bought or sold
Papadapapadada
Looking for gold, where's that sold
Don't leave me out in the cold
Looking for gold baby that can't be bought or sold!
Papadapapadada
The Tough Alliance's song "Looking For Gold" is a catchy and upbeat track that contemplates the search for meaning and true value in life. The opening lyrics suggest that the singer is hesitant about trusting someone and is looking for honesty in their interactions. However, they are secure enough in themselves to not be bothered if the other person insults them. The chorus talks about the quest for something unattainable - gold that can't be bought or sold. The repetition of "Papadapapadada" seems to emphasize the search, as if the singer is wading through thick jungle brush or digging through dirt to find this elusive treasure.
The second verse of the song continues to highlight the need for authenticity and connection. The singer wants to know what the person they are talking to is thinking and would like to exchange contact information. They also ask if the other person would be there for them if they stumbled - perhaps metaphorically or literally. The chorus returns, again describing the search for something that cannot be bought or sold. The repeated "Papadapapadada" at the end of the verse and throughout the song evokes a sense of energy and momentum, as if the singer is willing themselves to continue seeking.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me baby can I trust you
Asking the person if they can be trustworthy
Do you understand my language
Asking if the person can relate to them
Could we be honest for a second
Requesting honesty from the person
It's okay if you call me a bitch
Tolerating any insult from the person
All I know is that you want to show
Sensing the other person's desire to express themselves
Shout but still lay low
Trying to remain calm despite the other person's emotional state
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
Searching for something valuable, but unsure where it can be found
That can't be bought or sold
Looking for something that can't be obtained through money
Tell me baby what you're thinking
Asking the person to share their thoughts
Would you please give me your number
Requesting the person's phone number
Could you come on and get your colours
Asking to see the person for who they really are
Would you catch me if I'd stumble
Asking if the person is there to support them if they make a mistake
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
Continuing the search for something valuable
That can't be bought or sold
Still looking for something that can't be obtained through money
And tell me baby can you feel it
Asking if the other person can sense the same thing
?
The person doesn't respond or is uncertain
Why would you even bother
Questioning the other person's motives
Looking for gold, baby where's that sold
Still on the search for something valuable
Don't leave me out in the cold
Asking the other person not to abandon them
Looking for gold baby that can't be bought or sold!
Still searching for something precious that can't be obtained through money
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ERIC BERGLUND, HENNING FURST
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