Her debut album, One of a Kind, was released in 1986. It was written and produced by Europe vocalist Joey Tempest, and included hits like "Stranded" and "Can't You Stay?". Her second album, This Time, featured another hit, the duet "Allt som jag känner" with Tommy Nilsson. Her 1990 album "Red" was produced by her then husband/musician/producer Max Lorentz. Norum's 1992 hit, "Don't Turn Around" had been covered by another Swedish act, Ace of Base, with their dance version released in 1994.
Stranded
Tone Norum Lyrics
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I was running for the door,
Then i felt of anger, like never before!
I guess you had your reasons,
For making of your lies,
When everything was over,
I saw tears in your eyes!
Seems like we never tried,
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Stranded,
Stranded,
Though you left me standing all alone!
Stranded,
Stranded,
I always will believe that love goes on!
Next thing i remember,
I pretended i was strong,
I asked you to surrender, but the words came out wrong!
And though i feel mistreated, wounded deep within!
I never stand defeated, no, i never give in!
Seems like we never tried,
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Stranded,
Stranded,
Though you left me standing all alone!
Stranded,
Stranded,
I always will believe that life goes on!
Seems like we never tried,
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Stranded,
Stranded,
Though you left me standing all alone!
Stranded,
Stranded,
I always will believe that life goes on!
Stranded (will never!)
Stranded (will never!)
Stranded (will never!)
Stranded
Stranded (will never!)
Stranded (will never!)
Tone Norum's song Stranded is a tale of heartbreak and disappointment. The opening lyrics describe the singer running for the door, with anger welling up inside them like never before. This could be interpreted as them finally realizing that their relationship is not what they thought it was, and that their partner has been lying to them. However, despite the hurt and anger they feel, they still see tears in their partner's eyes, suggesting that perhaps there is still love there, though it is strained.
The second verse sees the singer pretending to be strong, but failing to get their message across. They feel mistreated and wounded, but refuse to give in. This could be seen as them attempting to salvage what is left of their relationship, despite the fact that it seems beyond repair.
The chorus repeats twice, with the word "stranded" serving as a metaphor for the singer's situation. They feel alone and abandoned, but still hold onto the hope that love and life will continue.
Overall, the lyrics of Stranded tell a story of a relationship that has fallen apart, but still holds onto a glimmer of hope. The singer is hurting, but refuses to be defeated by their circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
One thing i remember,
I recall a certain event from the past.
I was running for the door,
I was attempting to leave the situation.
Then i felt of anger, like never before!
I experienced an unprecedented level of rage.
I guess you had your reasons,
I assume you had a motive or justification.
For making of your lies,
For creating your falsehoods.
When everything was over,
At the conclusion of everything that occurred.
I saw tears in your eyes!
I observed tears in your eyes.
Seems like we never tried,
It appears that we made no effort.
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Together, we failed to achieve our aspirations.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Though you left me standing all alone!
You abandoned me and I was by myself.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
I always will believe that love goes on!
Despite what happened, I still have faith in love.
Next thing i remember,
The subsequent event I recall.
I pretended i was strong,
I put on a façade of strength.
I asked you to surrender, but the words came out wrong!
I attempted to request your surrender, yet I misspoke.
And though i feel mistreated, wounded deep within!
Despite feeling abused and deeply hurt!
I never stand defeated, no, i never give in!
I do not succumb to defeat; I remain resilient.
Seems like we never tried,
It appears that we made no effort.
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Together, we failed to achieve our aspirations.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Though you left me standing all alone!
You abandoned me and I was by myself.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
I always will believe that life goes on!
Despite what occurred, I still believe that life continues.
Seems like we never tried,
It appears that we made no effort.
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Together, we failed to achieve our aspirations.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded,
Abandoned or left behind.
Though you left me standing all alone!
You abandoned me and I was by myself.
Stranded (will never!)
I will never be deserted or abandoned.
Stranded (will never!)
I will never be deserted or abandoned.
Stranded (will never!)
I will never be deserted or abandoned.
Stranded
Abandoned or left behind.
Stranded (will never!)
I will never be deserted or abandoned.
Stranded (will never!)
I will never be deserted or abandoned.
Contributed by Bella R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@optikerassistent
Awesome voice, good song!
1. One thing i remember,
I was running for the door,
Then i felt of anger, like never before!
I guess you had your reasons,
For making up your lies,
When everything was over,
I saw tears in your eyes!
Brygga: Seems like we never tried,
Me and you, To make our dreams come true!
Ref: Stranded, Stranded,
Though you left me standing all alone!
Stranded, Stranded,
I always will believe that love goes on!
2. Next thing I remember,
I pretended i was strong,
I asked you to surrender,
but the words came out wrong!
And though i feel mistreated,
wounded deep within!
I never stand defeated,
no, I never give in!
@Melodic_Cellar
Check this out!
Wall Of Silence - Shock To The System 1992 [Full Album]: https://youtu.be/6-1OYvcc--M?t=1431
@alessandroventura1330
Nice song written by my favorite songwriter and singer...Joey Tempest!!! Greetings from Italy
@pandaplutten2573
and I'm sure he is doing the backing vocals! =)
@robertocagnetta1977
This one was originally meant to be a Europe's Song but then it was released on Tone's first album. I love the One in a million album as it was thoroughly written by Joey Tempest who also sang backing vocals. Love Tone Norum, too bad she ain't releasing anything anymore!
@fredrikvonknorring6801
Bästa Norum. Med den rösten kan vi fortfarande komma långt
@leonorcarvalho4897
John Norum & Tone Norum ❤😍🔥🤘🏻🎸
@jamewakk
Hon var essensen av att vara vacker på 80-talet.
@RuneAndreassen
Loved it in the 80's - still love it in 2015
@Melodic_Cellar
+Rune Andreassen (RuneTech) Good music lives on mate.
@harri9885
I remember having this song on a C-cassette. Good times!