The bands initial line-up featured Pär Wiksten (vocals, guitars), Christina Bergmark (keyboards, vocals), Stefan Schönfeldt (guitars) and his younger brother Frederick Schönfeldt (bass) with Gunnar Karlsson (drums) and Björn Malmquist (violin). Karlsson was later replaced by Erik Dahlgren.
Early influences included Australian band The Go-Betweens as well as The Sisters Of Mercy.
The band released six studio albums in their 21 year career including the commercially successful Be A Girl (1994) and Bagsy Me (1997).
Part-way through recording their seventh studio album the band officially announced their split in April 2009 with Pär Wiksten going solo.
2020 the band returned together and released the single Can't Kill The Musikk and will tour during 2021.
(You)
The Wannadies Lyrics
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so many places broken but no hiding
I know you always said 'life's too short for lying'
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert
So many questions but no explanation
So many enemies but no consolation
So many times I thought we'd never make it
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert
For you, I hurt, for you, I hurt
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert - you
I know they said, I know they said
The lyrics to The Wannadies's song "(You)" convey the message that even when things are tough and life presents obstacles, the singer and their loved one stand tall and face them with a smile. The presence of broken places and enemies is acknowledged, but there is no intention to hide from them. The singer shares that their loved one has taught them the importance of honesty, stating that life is too short for anything else. Despite facing many challenges, the two never give up and continue to push forward, even though the singer admits that at times it felt like they would never make it.
Overall, the lyrics to "(You)" speak to the power of perseverance and the strength a person can find in a close relationship. The unconditional love and support of another can help someone navigate through even the most difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Instead of falling we stand up still smiling
We refuse to be defeated by life's hardships; we keep a positive attitude and continue to smile.
so many places broken but no hiding
Despite facing many difficult situations in life, we do not try to hide from them.
I know you always said 'life's too short for lying'
You have always stressed the importance of honesty and living life truthfully.
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert
I am willing to suffer and sacrifice for you, but at the same time, I may also leave you or disappoint you.
So many questions but no explanation
There are many unanswered questions in our lives, and we may not always have a clear explanation for the things that happen.
So many enemies but no consolation
We may have many people who oppose us or cause us harm, but we find no comfort in retaliation or revenge.
So many times I thought we'd never make it
There have been many occasions where I doubted our ability to overcome obstacles and succeed, but we managed to persevere.
I know they said, I know they said
I am aware of what others may have said or expected of us, but we chose to forge our own path and make our own decisions.
For you, I hurt, for you, I hurt
I am willing to endure pain and suffering for the sake of our relationship or friendship.
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert
At the same time, I may also hurt you or betray your trust in certain circumstances.
For you, I hurt, for you, I hurt
I am still willing to make sacrifices and put in effort even if it causes me pain or discomfort.
For you, I hurt, for you, I desert - you
Ultimately, my loyalty and commitment to you may be shaky, and I may choose to leave or end things in the future.
Contributed by Anthony D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@egonjensen6506
Romeo + Juliet. This song makes me think of this short-lived excitement when you think you have met the right girl
@swaggypanda1808
falling down pfp!!
@invisinvle4747
this is perfect
@sulyokpeter3941
Top comment in my opinion :D I think the same when I heard this song first in radio.
@ShawtySurelyTrifling
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@philipgage1072
I Am 60 years old and have been married for 40 years. My beautiful wife who I met when she was 16 and I was 17 is dying. She has terminal cancer. We had 5 children and now have 8 grandchildren. She may be gone soon but this remains - It was always you, and me, always! And Forever!
@belenginebra4467
💗
@Jaworth95
I can't fully comprehend what you're going through right now because I haven't lost anyone, but hang in there! Savior every moment with your wife and keep telling her you love her. Much respect
@philipgage1072
Thank you for that :-) I tell her I love every chance I get. I also wrote this poem for her.
We've walked this path together for more than 40 years,
We had our share and laughter, and more than our share of tears,
The path was long and tested us so many times, it's true,
But I'd have never walked this far with anyone but you.