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.
Neo Violence
The Tough Alliance Lyrics
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Don't need no knife for a sharp attack
No excuses no looking back
We think too much about the things we lack
This neo violence pure self-defiance
This neo violence the tough alliance
I hardly noticed your short romance
Kissed and telled got paid in advance
You're far behind now love you missed your chance
This neo violence pure self-defiance
This neo violence the tough alliance
Truly sorry thought you'd get the wink it's in our nature to be out of sync
Truly sorry thought you'd get the wink it's in our nature to be out of sync
This neo violence can't stand the silence this neo violence the tough alliance
The Tough Alliance's song Neo Violence is an upbeat pop track that paradoxically explores the concept of violence without necessarily advocating for it. The lyrics "no need for a baseball bat, don't need no knife for a sharp attack" suggest a disdain for physical violence and a belief that violence can be achieved in other ways. The phrase "pure self-defiance" further exemplifies that the violence being referred to is not just physical, but also mental and emotional. The lyrics "we think too much about the things we lack" suggest that the violence present in society is due to a deficit of something - perhaps a lack of self-esteem, resources, or opportunities. The song suggests that the violence present in society is not inherent, but rather a response to external conditions.
The phrase "neo violence" implies that this violence is new and different from traditional forms of violence. The phrase "the tough alliance" suggests a group of people who are united in their defiance against the status quo. The lyrics "truly sorry thought you'd get the wink it's in our nature to be out of sync" suggest that the tough alliance may not be understood by others, but they are unapologetic about who they are. The phrase "can't stand the silence" implies that the tough alliance is fighting against an oppressive force that is attempting to silence them.
Overall, Neo Violence is a thought-provoking song that challenges traditional notions of violence and explores the concept in a unique way. The lyrics suggest that the tough alliance is made up of individuals who are fighting against external forces and are unapologetic about their nonconformity.
Line by Line Meaning
No no need for a baseball bat
We don't need to resort to physical violence to assert ourselves
Don't need no knife for a sharp attack
We can verbally or intellectually attack our opponents just as effectively as with a weapon
No excuses no looking back
We won't make excuses or dwell on past failures, but instead focus on our actions moving forward
We think too much about the things we lack
We tend to obsess over our perceived weaknesses and shortcomings
This neo violence pure self-defiance
Our use of 'neo violence' is a form of rebellion against societal norms and expectations
This neo violence the tough alliance
Our group, 'the tough alliance', embodies this ideology of 'neo violence'
I hardly noticed your short romance
We're not interested in fleeting or superficial relationships
Your careless manners and your anxious glance
We value thoughtfulness and composure in others, and view anxiety as a weakness
Kissed and telled got paid in advance
We view those who divulge secrets or gossip as opportunistic and untrustworthy
You're far behind now love you missed your chance
If you don't embody our values and quickly align with our beliefs, you'll be left behind
Truly sorry thought you'd get the wink it's in our nature to be out of sync
We apologize for any miscommunication, but we inherently operate differently than others
This neo violence can't stand the silence
Our use of neo violence is a reaction against complacency and inaction
This neo violence the tough alliance
We proudly embody this ideology of 'neo violence' as a group
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ERIC BERGLUND, HENNING FURST
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@spargelhorz
Oh my god i love these guys so much. They confuse me. They challenge me. They seem to be so totally extra serious but they also seem to be taking the piss more than anyone else. It's like they know secrets that the rest of us don't know. This goes over my head and i'm lovin' it. Is it really that smart? Is it really that dumb? I want to scream in delight. And i want my own tough ally, too.
@hightimesbruce
For those of you who don't know, the "Don't you say thanks? What. Don't you say thank you?" part at the end is from Buffalo 66, a Vincent Gallo film.
@83NJL
A New Chance is the best album i own. Never tire of listening to it.
@beautifullosergirl
83NJL i agree
@elmuchachoe
yes indeed
@orllyfools14X8
still bumping in 2020
@83NJL
@@orllyfools14X8 Me toooo
@apexscape
Aesthetics were spot on for the next wave
@Lanae8199
Found this song on itunes a few weeks ago as SOTW. I can't stop listening to it now. I love it!! For some strange reason, it reminds me of the 80s. Don't really know why though.
@elmuchachoe
and its unique at the same time