1) The Twins is a synthpop g… Read Full Bio ↴There are several band named The Twins:
1) The Twins is a synthpop group from Germany.
2) The Twins was an indiepop group from UK
3) The Twins were a disco band from the Netherlands
4) The Twins, Australian soapstars turn pop act
5) The Twins, Vinny and Tyler Trierweiler are real life twin producers from Grand Rapids, MI.
1)THE TWINS STORY
In 1980, Sven Dohrow and Ronny Schreinzer decided to put a new band together, after they had played in various bands as a guitar-player and a drummer.
In the beginning they were inspired by bands like Tubeway Army, Gary Numan, OMD and Depeche Mode.
The name "TWINS" might sound a bit funny for english speaking fans because Sven and Ronny are definitely no twins (you guessed it, Einstein) and the name itself isn't very ingenious. The idea behind the name was to describe the way of working when they put their music together. In fact, there are no other persons involved during the process of making a TWINS record. Sven and Ronny are the composers, arrangers, musicians and producers and they are also responsible for mixing and mastering of the final product.
Their first single "The Desert Place" turned out to be a real dancefloor-smasher in Germany and the remixed long-version of this song entered the US-Billboard-Dance-Charts in 1981. The big European breakthrough came when they entered the Italian charts with their song "Face To Face" and it was one of the best-selling singles in Italy 1983.
After "Face To Face" they hit the Italian charts a few more times with songs like "Not the loving kind" and "Ballet Dancer". Due to the success in many European countries, some of the German radiostations started playing their songs and all of a sudden the TWINS had a chart-hit with "Ballet Dancer". During these days it was very unusual for a German dancefloor-band to have success in their own country. However, they next titles to hit the German charts were "Love System" and "Love in the Dark".
Due to their big success, Sven and Ronny had to put together a live-band because the fans wanted to see them on stage as well. The TWINS had the chance to prove that they were no "one-hit-wonder"
and according to their fans, their live-act was worth the money. They did many tours throughout Europe with their new five piece band, including a drummer who turned every show into an exciting event due to his powerful support for every TWINS song. A bit later the band set-up was changed again. The fact that Ronny had played drums for many years, enabled the TWINS to add more excitement to the bands live-shows by adding a few parts for two drummers.
By the end of 1987 after the TWINS had released their album "Hold on to your dreams" they were offered to do a tour in the Soviet Union which brought them to Moskow and Leningrad. During these 10 concerts the had the opportunity to play in front of a 120.000 people audience.
After the tour was finished Sven and Ronny decided to take a break and to produce some other artists in their own studios. In 1991 the TWINS had their "comeback" when they released a remix album of their greatest hits which was called "The ClassicsRemixed". The success of this CD was overwhelming and they thought that it's about time to put together a new album as well.
It took them nearly two years to finish this next album because they wanted to make the album as good as possible. The album was called "The Impossible Dream" and the song "Tonight" which was also featured on the album, made them hit the charts once again.
To complete their line of greatest hits CD's, they released the "12inch Classics"-CD in '94, which features many long-versions and mixes based on their greatest hits.
In recent years the TWINS played a few concerts in Germany with their new live-band.
Album Discography:
Passion Factory 1981
Modern Lifestyle 1982
A Wild Romance 1983
Until The End Of Time 1984
Hold On To Your Dreams 1986
The Classics - Remixed 1992
The Impossible Dream 1993
12" Classics 1994
Ballet Dancer (Best of..) 1998
Live in Sweden - CD 2005
Live in Sweden - DVD 2006
12" Classics and rare tracks 2006
Singles Collection (Double-CD) 2008
Video Classics and rare clips (DVD) 2009
An Impossible Dream (Double-CD) 2011
2) The Twins was the duo of Paul McTell (also in the band The McTells) and Gillian. The Twins also shared members with Rig Veeda and released solo as well as split records and cassettes on the Illusion Production and Bi-Joopiter labels in the late eighties
All play highly idyosyncratic rock in a skeletal, surrealist way.
3) The Twins were a Dutch disco band from the early 1980's. In 1982 They released a cover of the Zager & Evans 1969 hit 'In The Year 2525' (b/w How Has Life Been Treating You) on the Salsoul label.
4) The Twins was the artist name for the first release by Gayle & Gillian Blakeney who, as with many before them, graduated from Australian soap opera 'Neighbours' to a music venture. Following both Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan, the Blakeney twins hooked up with PWL for 'All Mixed Up' before using their forenames - Gayle & Gillian - on future releases.
I Need You
The Twins Lyrics
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What were you worth to me
I thought I'd find another girl
As soon as I was free
But then I saw you and I nearly died
Standing in the arms of mister nice
So finally he'd got you - it all became so clear
I need you
I need you and I need to know you're mine
I need you
I need you like the lyric needs a line
I knew that you loved me
I didn't feel the same
While you were being true to me
I was playing games
But then I saw you and nearly died
Standing in the arms of mister nice
So finally he'd got you - it all became so clear
Your lips were nearly touching - it was more than I could bear
I need you
I need you and I need to know you're mine
I need you
I need you like the lyric needs a line
The Twins' song "I Need You" is a song about a man's realization of his true feelings for a woman. At the beginning of the song, the man thought that the woman should leave him because he didn't think she was worth it to him. He assumed that he could easily find another girl once he was free. However, when he saw her with another man, his true feelings surfaced. He realized that he needed her in his life, and he couldn't bear the thought of her being with someone else.
As the song progresses, the man reflects on how he didn't reciprocate the woman's love for him. He admits that he was playing games while she remained true to him. Now that he sees her with another man, he realizes the mistake he has made. He confesses that he needs her in his life like a song lyric needs a line.
The lyrics of the song express the raw emotions of someone who has only now recognized what is important to them. It is a relatable theme that many people can connect with, as it is human nature to take something for granted until it is gone. The Twins deliver the message of the song using an upbeat synthesizer melody and powerful vocals.
Line by Line Meaning
I thought that you should go
Initially, the singer believed that the person addressed should leave, possibly because their presence was inconsequential or bothersome.
What were you worth to me
The singer questioned the worth or value of the person, suggesting that they did not hold much significance.
I thought I'd find another girl
The singer believed they could easily replace the person, indicating a lack of deep emotional attachment or commitment.
As soon as I was free
The artist intended to move on as soon as they were no longer tied to the person, emphasizing their detachment.
But then I saw you and I nearly died
Upon seeing the person again, the artist was struck with intense emotions, suggesting that their feelings had changed or intensified over time.
Standing in the arms of mister nice
The person was with another individual who appeared to be favorable or pleasant, possibly contrasting with the singer's previous impression of them.
So finally he'd got you - it all became so clear
The singer realized that the person was no longer available or attainable, implying a new sense of urgency or desperation.
Your lips were nearly touching - it was more than I could bear
The artist was overwhelmed with desire or jealousy upon seeing the person in close proximity to another individual.
I need you
The artist expressed a strong desire for the person, indicating that they now held greater importance and value.
I need you and I need to know you're mine
The artist desired not only the person's presence, but also their commitment and exclusivity.
I need you like the lyric needs a line
The singer likened their need for the person to the necessity of a line in a song, emphasizing the depth and importance of their desire.
I knew that you loved me
The artist was aware that the person had feelings for them, indicating that their previous detachment may have been intentional or a defense mechanism.
I didn't feel the same
The singer did not reciprocate the person's feelings, suggesting emotional distance or avoidance.
While you were being true to me
The person remained committed and faithful to the singer despite their lack of reciprocation, highlighting the discrepancy in emotional investment.
I was playing games
The singer admitted to engaging in manipulative or insincere behavior, possibly as a means of maintaining control or avoiding vulnerability.
Contributed by Ryan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gienek ski
Jak się słyszy taki kawałek to aż się żyć chce a nie takie smęty jak obecnie, lata 80 najlepsza muzyka !!
ARTUR TAL
W LATACH 80TYCH NIE BYLO BEZ NICH DYSKOTEKI...WSPANIALE WSPOMNIENIA....
Tomasz Lasinski
Nie ma to jak The Twins , muza moich czasów , nie słyszałem podobnej w dzisiejszym świecie i chyba nie usłyszymy !!! Bo to majstersztyk wszechczasów !!!
Janek Pradera
Co fakt to fakt ! Takiej muzy i takiego feelingu obecnie daremno szukać....
Przemysław Danielec
Ach, wrócił by człowiek do tamtych czasów!!!
Barri
piekne czasy!!!!!
BAFABOY
Very good song !!! Thank you Missi Schwarze !
greenmariify
A nice song and great video...
Tomasz Majewski
Marzylem aby tak grac a teraz tak wlasnie gram, ;-)
SuperMagnum83
Synthpop at its best