Two of the band members completed school as late as Summer 2008 and they received a lot of publicity during 2007 including being featured in NME and on MTV2. They were also nominated for the Best Swedish Act prize at the MTV Europe Music Awards 2007.
They released a 5-track EP in Sweden before being signed by Wichita who in turn released the self-titled single, Those Dancing Days in October 2007. A second single followed called Hitten. Their debut full length album In Our Space Hero Suits was released on October 6th 2008, preceded by a single Run Run on September 29th.
Their second album, Daydreams and Nightmares, came out in March 2011. Later that year they announced on their website 'to put the band to bed for a while'.
Home Sweet Home
Those Dancing Days Lyrics
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I found a pair of broken glasses and finally I can see clearly
From Falsterbo to Kiruna, from Göteborg to Djursholm
and even one lost guy from Arizona
Home sweet home, I've
been away for too long
Home sweet home,
this is where I belong
Going to bed wondering if winter come early this year
Waking up on the line of equator bathing in my own sweat
Jumping out of someones tent and I don't recongnize a face
Still I know them all well so see you later
Let's get nice and friendly, join us for a surfride in the mud
We're out for beerhunt, look out for our razzia, hands up, hit and run
Playing football with a can, Mr J lost his shoe
Suck my menthol feeling fresh all night long
The opening lines of "Home Sweet Home" by Those Dancing Days set the stage for a tale of returning home after a long journey. The lyrics are filled with a sense of excitement and belonging as the singer sings about reuniting with loved ones, exploring familiar places, and finding joy in small moments. The band paints a vivid picture of homecoming with colorful imagery and playful wordplay.
The broken glasses mentioned in the second line almost seem metaphorical, as if the singer has finally gained the ability to see things clearly and appreciate the world around them more fully. As they travel through different parts of Sweden and encounter people from diverse backgrounds, the singer's sense of connection to their homeland grows stronger. They may have had fun on their travels, but ultimately they are happiest when surrounded by the people and places they know best.
The chorus of "Home Sweet Home" is simple but effective, repeating the title phrase twice to emphasize the importance of feeling at home. Whether they've been away for months or just a few days, the singer is eager to return to their roots and be part of their community once again. The song is a celebration of the joys of coming home, and a reminder that even after long journeys, there's no place like the familiar comforts of one's homeland.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello big family who's gonna cook the noodles today
Greeting a large group of people and inquiring about who will be preparing the meal for the day.
I found a pair of broken glasses and finally I can see clearly
Having found damaged eyewear, they can now visualize things more clearly.
From Falsterbo to Kiruna, from Göteborg to Djursholm
From one end of Sweden to the other, covering many cities in between.
And even one lost guy from Arizona
Included in the group is a person who is not from Sweden, but from Arizona.
Home sweet home, I've been away for too long
Expressing a sentiment of missing their homeland, having been away for an extended period of time.
Home sweet home, this is where I belong
Acknowledging the comfort and sense of belonging that comes with being back in their homeland.
Going to bed wondering if winter come early this year
Going to sleep while contemplating if the winter season will arrive earlier than usual.
Waking up on the line of equator bathing in my own sweat
Having awoken near the equator and being overheated to the point of perspiring.
Jumping out of someones tent and I don't recognize a face
Emerging from someone else's tent and not being able to identify who they are looking at.
Still I know them all well so see you later
Despite not remembering faces, still knowing the people well and planning to see them again later.
Let's get nice and friendly, join us for a surfride in the mud
Encouraging companionship and extending an invitation to join the group on an unconventional, muddy surfing expedition.
We're out for beerhunt, look out for our razzia, hands up, hit, and run
On the pursuit of beer and warning others to be on the lookout for their group, who may move in quickly, take what they want and then quickly exit.
Playing football with a can, Mr J lost his shoe
Playing soccer with a can and losing Mr. J's footwear in the process.
Suck my menthol feeling fresh all night long
Enjoying the refreshing taste of menthol and feeling rejuvenated throughout the entire night.
Contributed by Allison G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lana
this was my fav band when I was 12 years old! good memories :)
Do The Mäth
I usually don't tend to like indie-pop but Those Dancing Days are simply irresistible. And this video is so damn ingenious. Don't ever stop dancing ladies. (If you like these girls you should check out the Swedish band Love Is All too. They're in the same vein as this but more edgy and rough.)
beitos44
Probably the best video I've seen in ages. Great music too, including great song, great drumming, and keyboards, and overall greatness. :)
Courtney Carson
when she says home sweet home, it makes me really happy. i love her voice. i love the instrumentals. i love this band.
asbeenwanabee
great video, great song, awesome band! waiting for the album... hope it will come very soon!
thegoodbites
great band! Great video and great presence!
RaphR94
I love their style, in every way !
sophie00miller
Omg I love it! gets me in a good mood :)
franksinbeans
this drummer kills it every track
username
Can't get enough of her voice.