There are, at least, two bands known as Troublemakers:

1) A French t… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, two bands known as Troublemakers:

1) A French trio
2) A Swedish punk

1) A French trio: Fred Berthet, Arnaud Taillefer & DJ Oil. They met, in 1998, at la Friche Belle (Marseille, France). Their appreciation for '60s / '70s jazz, funk & film scores - plus dance elements - produced a distinctive eclectic sound.

Two years in studio produced a début album - Doubts & Convictions (2001 on Guidance Recordings). Then, Fred departed, leaving a duo. Next they produced a 52 min' film soundtrack - Express Way (filmed in Marseille, OST on Blue Note).

2) A Swedish punk band originally formed in Gothenburg in 1981 with members from Perverts and Göteborg Sound. After a while the band split up in 1991, but reformed in 1995.

Members are (or have been) are Christer Blomgren (vocals), Arild "Psychobilly" Hanssen (guitar), Christian "Elvis" Odin (bass), Charlie Claeson (drums), Martin Hansson (drums), Jens Petersson (bass), Lars-Olof "LOB" Bengtsson (guitar), Dennis Johansson (bass), Jan Olof "Esso" Olsson (drums) and Anders Puke (bass).

They have a website at http://www.troublemakers.se.

Fantasin till makten
Troublemakers Lyrics

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Ingen är för gammal
Ingen är för ung
Om du bara lyssnar, kan ta och ge beröm
Du får satsa hela hjärtat
Hälften av din lön
Fantasin är vinsten och en dröm som aldrig kan dö

Vägen till försoning

Är smal och ganska hal
Fast vännerna var många var det få som stannade kvar
Tiden blir ett hinder
Ur en dåres perspektiv
Att bita sig i svansen är människans största tidsfördriv

Vi bli bara fler och fler

Jag kan aldrig glömma
Tårarna på din kind
Du sa: leva är att älska, nu minns du ingenting
Ingen går förlorad
Så länge man är fri
Kan jag bara välja ger jag makten till fantasin

Vi blir bara fler och fler

Overall Meaning

The song "Fantasin till makten" by Troublemakers is a hymn to the power of imagination and the importance of keeping an open mind. The lyrics start by stating that no one is too old or too young to engage with the world around them and exchange opinions. The key to success is listening and reciprocating. The song encourages taking risks and investing all your heart into your dreams, as imagination is the true reward that can never fade away.

The lyrics then touch upon the theme of reconciliation, acknowledging that the road to it is often narrow and slippery. Despite having many acquaintances in our lives, only a few dear friends will stand by our side when we need them the most. Time can also be a challenge, especially for those who are not willing to embrace change and try new things, as they often end up stuck in old habits and routines.

The chorus expresses the idea that our society is constantly evolving, and we should all be willing to embrace newcomers and different perspectives. The verse mentioning "Tårarna på din kind" refers to the regret we might feel for not having seized opportunities in the past. Still, the message remains one of hope, emphasizing that no one is lost as long as they are free to choose their destiny and use their imagination to shape a better future.

Line by Line Meaning

Ingen är för gammal
Age does not hinder anyone

Ingen är för ung
Age does not stop anyone

Om du bara lyssnar, kan ta och ge beröm
Giving and receiving compliments is easy if one listens

Du får satsa hela hjärtat
One should risk their whole heart

Hälften av din lön
Half of one's salary

Fantasin är vinsten och en dröm som aldrig kan dö
Imagination is the win and a dream that never dies

Vägen till försoning
The path to reconciliation

Är smal och ganska hal
It is narrow and slippery

Fast vännerna var många var det få som stannade kvar
Despite having many friends, only a few stayed

Tiden blir ett hinder
Time becomes an obstacle

Ur en dåres perspektiv
From a fool's perspective