The band signed for Universal Music on 7th of May 1999 when most of the band members were only 13 years old. They released their first single "Sekoitat mun maailman" on 23rd of August 1999 and the second single "Lopeta" ("Stop") was their breakthrough. Since then the band gained great domestic popularity.
Members of the band were: Petra (vocals), Mimmu (bass), Emppu (guitar, vocals), Noora (guitar, vocals), Nea (keyboards) and Tuuli (drums, vocals).
Russian artist Слава (Slava) covered their hit "Lopeta" as an Russian translation called "Samo Soboy".
Upside Down
Tiktak Lyrics
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Upside down and inside out
When - you are feeling so down
your whole world looks grey
and the rain comes 'round
Then - just like a little white dove
you fly away
Upside down and inside out
Let all of your worries come undone
Upside down and inside out
and soon we'll be dancing in the sun
So - you think you've lost everything
seems like no one cares
and the birds won't sing
Go - so far above the ground
Soar through the air
You can turn that frown upside down
Upside down and inside out
Let all of your worries come undone
Upside down and inside out
and soon we'll be dancing in the sun
Soon you will see
everything is so different
from way up in the sky
This is where you can be
so strong and free
while you fly high
Upside down and inside out
Let all of your worries come undone
Upside down and inside out
and soon we'll be dancing in the sun
The song "Upside Down" by Tiktak is a motivational song aimed at cheering up and encouraging the listener to look at life from another perspective. The lyrics suggest that when one feels down, they should turn their world "upside down and inside out" to escape their worries and see the world in a new light. The song highlights the importance of positivity, hope, and perseverance.
The opening, "upside down and inside out," is a metaphor that encourages readers to look beyond their present circumstances and to consider the world from a new viewpoint, to get out of their comfort zone and try a new approach. Hence, when one is feeling down, they should consider that their current viewpoint is a little cloudy, like it's the wrong way up, and they need to turn it upside down. The lyrics suggest that there's always hope, that things can get better, and that difficulties can be overcome if we change our mindset.
The song has a cheerful and feel-good tune, which blends perfectly with the lyrics, creating an uplifting atmosphere. The melody stays upbeat throughout the song, reflecting the notion that hope, positivity, and perseverance should be constant in our lives, even during difficult times. It encourages people to keep dancing in the sun, the epitome of happiness, regardless of any challenges they might encounter.
Line by Line Meaning
Upside down and inside out
Feeling disoriented and confused, everything seems to be the opposite of what it should be
Upside down and inside out
Reiteration of the disorientation and confusion
When - you are feeling so down
your whole world looks grey
and the rain comes 'round
Then - just like a little white dove
you fly away
There's a rainbow waiting above
When feeling sad and hopeless, the world seems dreary and rainy, but there's always hope and a bright rainbow waiting above to lift your spirits up again
Upside down and inside out
Let all of your worries come undone
Upside down and inside out
and soon we'll be dancing in the sun
Let go of your worries and let them unravel, and soon happiness and joy will follow
So - you think you've lost everything
seems like no one cares
and the birds won't sing
Go - so far above the ground
Soar through the air
You can turn that frown upside down
Even when feeling like you've lost everything and are alone, there's always a way to rise above it all and find joy, like soaring high and turning your frown into a smile
Soon you will see
everything is so different
from way up in the sky
This is where you can be
so strong and free
while you fly high
When you look at things from a different perspective, everything changes and you can feel empowered and free, like flying high in the sky
Upside down and inside out
Let all of your worries come undone
Upside down and inside out
and soon we'll be dancing in the sun
Reiteration of letting go of worries and finding happiness and joy
Contributed by Lucas D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@1pandamanypanda
This was one of my most played Hit Clips back in the day. I have only just now found it, in 2020. What is this year...
@FallenImpactZone
I used to cruise through Crash Team Racing levels with this playing on Radio Disney back in 2000. Took me 12 years to find this song again, and I'm back once more to listen again.
@cableaccesslover
lol I went to Elementary School in Los Angeles in the early 2000s and somebody left this cd without the jewel case on the benches in our playground and I took it home. I was cleaning out my room and I found this today. I never knew they were this young though. lol.
@torpmorp1324
cableaccesslover that’s a great story
@torpmorp1324
cableaccesslover they’re making a comeback in 2020! 😅
@Starshii
I remember seeing beeing played at MTV Nordic maybe around 1999 or 2000.
@xxstarbreakerxx1
Normally, I don't like "Poppy" music but I love Tik Tak. In English or in their native language they're awesome. That Nea girl is extremley pretty!
@Aioria1978
Llevo años escuchando esta canción los Sábados por la noche en el programa "El Larguero" de la cadena SER y por fin hoy he conseguido averiguar su título después de muchas búsquedas infructuosas. Hoy es un gran día para mi ^_^ !!!!!
@tpmprodu
como alguno que he podido leer, en los primeros post, llevo años buscando esta cancion, el grupo y el nombre. Años escuchandola cada fin de semana, junto al larguero. Busquedas y más busquedas. hoy, soy feliz
@lunaris19
"I wished I have had the chance to see them live" - that's what I said to my Finnish Flickr buddy XD As for the information, no problem! You won't believe how many people I had to write to get the info I needed. Glad you were able to get the info a lot easier than me :( Cheers from America!