The group released their self-titled debut album “Vanilla Ninja” back in 2003, containing songs both in English and Estonian. In 2004 they moved to Germany to develop their career outside Estonia. In 2005, they have entered national selections for the Eurovision Song Contest, proving successful representing Switzerland with the song “Cool Vibes”. The group then finished 8th in the Eurovision Song Contest 2005 final, despite topping the leader board at the half-way stage. Vanilla Ninja is very popular in their native Estonia, also they developed their career mostly in Germany, Vanilla Ninja has been “faces” of an impressive number of brands along their career in different countries, even in Estonia they have their own “Vanilla Ninja Ice Cream”(Ice Cream is “Vanilla flavored” of course).
Vanilla Ninja has released five studio albums and CD Singles in various countries across Europe, Japan and Latin America.
Albums:
“Vanilla Ninja” (2003)
“Traces of Sadness” (2004)
“Blue Tattoo” and “Best of” (2005)
“Love Is War” (2006)
Newer Singles:
“Birds of peace”(2007&2008)
“Crashing Through The Doors” (2008)
"Gotta Get it Right" (2021)
The band were originally a four-piece group consisting of Maarja Kivi(Marya Roxx, Maarja) (Vocals & Bass), Lenna Kuurmaa, Katrin Siska, and Piret Järvis.Maarja Kivi left the group in 2004 and was replaced by Triinu Kivilaan. In December 2005 Triinu Kivilaan also left the group, and the band decided to continue as a three-piece act.
By 2006 Vanilla Ninja signed to EMI Capitol Germany(EMI Germany), and released their best album up to date “Love is war”, album wich is a true Pop & Rock Gem (Perfect combination between Power Ballads + Power Pop tunes).
In 2008 Vanilla Ninja participated in the most important Music Festival / Song Competition in Latin America (Latin American response to Eurovision Song Contest), Viña del mar Festival. Vanilla Ninja won as “Best act” with their Power Ballad “Birds of peace”, girls made a special “Estonian/English” version only for the competition, as the song was originally written in English. Vanilla Ninja captivated all media during Viña del Mar Festival 2008, they became the “favorites” from everyone (media and people), both because their beauty and their talent on stage.
In Mid 2008 Vanilla Ninja recorded the song “Crashing Through The Doors”, co produced with Per Gessle, composer and male half of the mythic Swedish Pop Duo Roxette. By that time Vanilla Ninja went on tour around Estonia with other artists (Restart Tour).
Starting 2009 girls dedicated to their own personal projects, 2010 is a year when Lenna Kuurmaa has released her first solo album, Katrin Siska continues her Law Studies and Hosting a TV Show (“Navigare”) and Piret takes part in Special events, being VJ for MTV Estonia and also write for the Magazine “Naised“ in Estonia. Late 2010 should take Vanilla Ninja to Latin American continent with pending visits to Brazil, Chile and Mexico with their exquisite music and inspiring beauty.
They got back in 2021 Vanilla Ninja with their new single "Gotta Get it Right".
Official sites:
English: www.vanillaninjamusic.com
Estonian: www.vanillaninja.ee
Spanish: www.vanillaninja.cl
News in English: www.love-ninjas.com
The Reason Is You
Vanilla Ninja Lyrics
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WISH I JUST KNEW IF YOU’LL GET OVER HER NOW THAT IT’S TRUE CAN YOU KISS THE PAST GOODBYE I THINK YOU CAN TRY
AND I WILL LOVE YOU ONCE AGAIN AND I STILL BE YOUR FRIEND
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY THE REASON IS YOU
PICK UP THE PHONE I MUST CONFESS TO YOU FUTURE UNKNOWN LIKE A CASTAWAY AT SEA NO GUARANTEE
I COULDN’T HIDE JUST HOW I FELT LAST NIGHT I NEARLY DIED WHEN YOU SAID IN CHURCH I DO CAN THIS BE TRUE
WELL I’VE BEEN WAITING HERE FOR YOU YES I YOU KNOW I DO
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY THE REASON IS YOU
THE REASON IS YOU
THE REASON IS YOU OH OH
THE REASON IS YOU
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY THE REASON IS YOU
THE REASON IS YOU
THE REASON IS YOU
THE REASON IS YOU
In these lyrics, Vanilla Ninja explores the complexities of a romantic relationship and the lingering feelings that remain even after it ends. The first verse suggests that the person being addressed had chosen a partner who turned out to be wrong for them. The singer expresses surprise and acknowledges that it was impossible for them to know beforehand. The line "Don't ask me why" conveys a sense of resignation, emphasizing that sometimes we cannot explain why things happen the way they do.
The second verse reflects the singer's desire to know if the person they are addressing will be able to move on from their previous relationship. They wonder if the person can let go and leave the past behind. The singer is hopeful that the person will make an effort to try, suggesting that they believe in their ability to heal and find happiness again.
The chorus repeats the phrase "the reason is you," which suggests that the person being addressed is the source of the singer's feelings and emotions. The singer is captivated by the person's eyes, finding them mesmerizing and mind-blowing. They appreciate the person's words and feel a strong connection to them, expressing the sentiment that they could never run away from this deep connection. The phrase repeats multiple times, emphasizing the significance of the person as the reason for the singer's feelings.
In the bridge, the singer reveals that they have been waiting for the person to make a decision or commitment. They express their willingness to wait and their desire for the person to be with them, stating that they have been waiting and that they truly love the person. The repetition of "the reason is you" reinforces that the person is the driving force behind the singer's feelings and desires.
Overall, these lyrics convey a sense of longing and hope. The singer acknowledges the past but is optimistic about the future, emphasizing the profound impact the person has had on them and their strong connection to them.
Line by Line Meaning
HOW COULD YOU KNOW
How could you have anticipated or understood
SHE WASN’T RIGHT FOR YOU
that she was not the suitable person for you
WHO WAS TO KNOW
It was not possible for anyone to predict
THAT SHE’S LIVING ON A LIE
that she was leading a dishonest life
DON’T ASK ME WHY
I do not have an explanation for it
WISH I JUST KNEW
I desire to have knowledge about
IF YOU’LL GET OVER HER
whether you will be able to move on from her
NOW THAT IT’S TRUE
now that it has become evident or factual
CAN YOU KISS THE PAST GOODBYE
Are you capable of letting go of the past
I THINK YOU CAN TRY
I believe that you have the ability to make an effort
AND I WILL LOVE YOU ONCE AGAIN
I will have affection for you once more
AND I STILL BE YOUR FRIEND
and I will remain your companion
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES
I observe the expression in your eyes
YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE
You amaze and astound me, it is not unexpected
IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY
It is the content of what you communicate
I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY
I would never be able to escape or avoid
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
PICK UP THE PHONE
Answer the telephone call
I MUST CONFESS TO YOU
I need to admit or acknowledge to you
FUTURE UNKNOWN
The upcoming days are uncertain or undetermined
LIKE A CASTAWAY AT SEA
Similar to a person abandoned and alone in the ocean
NO GUARANTEE
There is no assurance or promise
I COULDN’T HIDE
I was unable to conceal or keep secret
JUST HOW I FELT LAST NIGHT
Exactly what I experienced or felt yesterday evening
I NEARLY DIED
I almost perished or succumbed
WHEN YOU SAID IN CHURCH I DO
At the moment you declared 'I do' in a place of worship
CAN THIS BE TRUE
Is it possible for this to be factual
WELL I’VE BEEN WAITING HERE FOR YOU
I have remained in this place, anticipating your arrival
YES I YOU KNOW I DO
Yes, you are aware that I certainly do
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES
I observe the expression in your eyes
YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE
You amaze and astound me, it is not unexpected
IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY
It is the content of what you communicate
I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY
I would never be able to escape or avoid
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
THE REASON IS YOU OH OH
The cause or motivation is you, oh oh
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
I TAKE A LOOK IN YOUR EYES
I observe the expression in your eyes
YOU BLOW MY MIND NO SURPRISE
You amaze and astound me, it is not unexpected
IT’S ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU SAY
It is the content of what you communicate
I COULD NEVER RUN AWAY
I would never be able to escape or avoid
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
THE REASON IS YOU
The cause or motivation is you
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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Hanski Vastaranta
How could you know
She wasn't right for you
Who was to know
That she's living on a lie
Don't ask me why
Wish I just knew
If you'll get over her
Now that it's true
Can you kiss the past goodbye
I think you can try
And I will love you once again
And I still be your friend
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
Pick up the phone
I must confess to you
Future unknown
Like a castaway at sea
No guarantee
I couldn't hide
Just how I felt last night
I nearly died
When you said in church "I do"
Can this be true?
Well, I've been waiting here for you
Yes, I you know I do
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you, oh oh
The reason is you
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you
Rudano
How could you know
She wasn't right for you
Who was to know
That she's living on a lie
Don't ask me why
Wish I just knew
If you'll get over her
Now that it's true
Can you kiss the past goodbye
I think you can try
And I will love you once again
And I still be your friend
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
Pick up the phone
I must confess to you
Future unknown
Like a castaway at sea
No guarantee
I couldn't hide
Just how I felt last night
I nearly died
When you said in church "I do"
Can this be true?
Well, I've been waiting here for you
Yes, I you know I do
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you, oh oh
The reason is you
I take a look in your eyes
You blow my mind no surprise
It's all the things that you say
I could never run away
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you
The reason is you
WildSpirit
Wow how much I loved these ladies more than 15 years ago when I was just a kid. And after all these years how amazing they look. It's a pleasure to listen to VN again in 2022. Greetings from Hungary.
Chris Scott
Love this song. 🥰
One year on since new album ‘Encore’ with this song ‘The Reason Is You’. ‘Encore’ full of great songs like this one and yet another brilliant VN album. 📀🏆👍
Gaben's belly
I was a kid when I first heard this band. I immediately fell in love with girls and songs 💖💖💖you are all so pretty!
martijnsunderland
This is seriously one of the best songs ever in a time that most of the music that nowadays produced realy sucks!!A very big compliment to vanilla ninja and David Brandes!!!!
Bernd Gerlach
Wow, was für ein Lied - Ich weiß gar nicht wie ich das beschreiben soll - In ihm ist vom vielem das beste so wundervoll vereint, dass es selbst zu einem exzellenten Ganzen wird. Ja, und die Mädels erfüllen es mit Leben und lassen die Klangfarben ihrer Stimmen wundervoll erstrahlen. Das geht ins Herz und schenkt fein melancholisch positive Vibes ... ♥ :)
Hab gestern Abend erst entdeckt dass Vanilla Ninja wieder da sind. Hab mich riesig gefreut und ganz besonders "The reason is you", schenkt mir fein veredelte Vanilla Ninja Vibes ♥ :)
Diter Kalla
Dziewczyny, jesteście lepsze niż The Runaways!!!!!!!! Cieszcie nasze uszy i umysły swoją muzyką jeszcze wiele lat!!!! Pozdrowienia z Polski :-)
Sir Reimo
Me as a fan, its so heartwarming to read all those comments around the world about girl band from little Estonia 😍
Kamila Czyz
Moje kochane i mój kochany zespół końcu wróciło do śpiewania mam nadzieję że już na stałe i na zawsze kocham waz uwielbiam waz i wasze piosenki jestem waszą fanką od dziecka love
syrenka ladacznica
Girls did an amazing job again. Lenna's voice rocks!
moppeldoral
I started listening to Vanilla Ninja when I was ten years old. Now I'm almost 28 years old and still love them. Girls power!