1) Wild Strawberries i… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands called Wild Strawberries:
1) Wild Strawberries is a Canadian pop band made up of married couple Roberta Carter Harrison (vocals) and Ken Harrison. Interestingly, the former is a physiotherapist and the latter is a doctor. They have released a number of albums, their latest being Deformative Years in 2005.
The band's early releases were produced independently, leading to the creation of the Strawberry Records label. After the successful Bet You Think I'm Lonely album, the band partnered with Nettwerk for the production of their albums. Two albums were released under that label; a third album, Twist, was initially sponsored by Nettwerk, but creative differences resulted in the dissolution of the partnership.
The band has since eliminated all dependence on record labels, preferring instead independent production and promotion; the band has adopted a strategy to promote themselves directly to fans. With the release of the album Deformative Years, the band simultaneously released a web film, essentially a music video for the internet. The costs of producing this video were substantially lower than a music video production for television music stations, such as MTV or MuchMusic.
The success of Bet You Think I'm Lonely also earned the band a Juno Award nomination for Best New Band.
2) Popular Bosnian hard rock/heavy metal band originally known as Divlje Jagode (which means Wild Strawberries in Bosnian). They have recorded several albums in Bosnian and one in English by this name.
After a sold-out concert in the "OTV Dom" in Zagreb, they have signed the exclusive contract with Goeff Hunnington, owner of the "Logo Records" (most famous by the launching of the career of "Eurythmics"). They got an additional member on keyboards, Don Airey, who was in bands like "Rainbow", "Whitesnake", "Coloseum II", "The Cozy POwell Band" and more recently "Deep Purple". The producer of the album, the album that was recorded in famous London studio "Matrix", was Keith Woolvin; who also produced "Thin Lizzy" at that time. Their tour mananger was Rayner Jason; Nick Cave's manager. The album was released in 1986. It was sold in Great Britain, Italy, Germany and Holland.
Their final concert in England was held at the famous "Marquee" club.
Fine
Wild Strawberries Lyrics
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Pretty soon we'll be trading stories
What ever happened to the baby that I used to know
I sit here staring as my body grows cold
And when you tell me I feel fine
And when you touch me I feel
Fine
I caught you flirting with my memory
Some things are better when they're standing in front of me
Some things grow bitter when they're near the end
Say goodbye to the vinyl we had
Say goodbye to the radio songs
You said you'd always keep around
I don't know if I'll be happy
I don't know if I'll be sad
I'll always be there when you drown
I'll place my why inside your sympathy
I'll leave my x beside your o
My generation is a runaway centipede
My generation is about to go
The lyrics to Wild Strawberries' "Fine" are poetic and reflective, exploring feelings of nostalgia, loss, and uncertainty. The opening lines, "Pretty soon we'll be planting marigolds / Pretty soon we'll be trading stories," suggest a sense of comfort and routine, perhaps in an idyllic suburban context. However, the second line, "What ever happened to the baby that I used to know," introduces a note of longing and melancholy.
The singer then reflects on their own mortality, sitting and feeling their body grow cold. The refrain, "And when you tell me I feel fine / And when you touch me I feel fine," suggests the singer finding solace in the presence of another person. However, this is complicated by the line, "I caught you flirting with my memory / You said that she was just a friend," which hints at a potentially fraught or unfaithful relationship dynamic.
The final lines of the song are cryptic and metaphorical. "My generation is a runaway centipede / My generation is about to go" could be interpreted in a variety of ways, perhaps suggesting a loss of control, momentum, or generational identity. Overall, "Fine" is a poignant and evocative song that invites listeners to contemplate the complexities of memory, connection, and change.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty soon we'll be planting marigolds
We will soon engage in a new beginning or activity.
Pretty soon we'll be trading stories
We will soon share our experiences with each other.
What ever happened to the baby that I used to know
What happened to the innocent child I once was.
I sit here staring as my body grows cold
I feel disconnected and numb as my emotions dissipate.
And when you tell me I feel fine
When you assure me, I feel better.
And when you touch me I feel Fine
Your physical touch also provides comfort.
I caught you flirting with my memory
I noticed you reminiscing about the past that we shared.
You said that she was just a friend
You claim that the person in your memories is only a friend.
Some things are better when they're standing in front of me
Certain things are more enjoyable when they're tangible and present.
Some things grow bitter when they're near the end
Sometimes, the closer we get to the end, the more it soured.
Say goodbye to the vinyl we had
We must let go of the records we once cherished.
Say goodbye to the radio songs
We must say farewell to the familiar tunes we once enjoyed.
You said you'd always keep around
You promised to keep some memories alive.
I don't know if I'll be happy
I am uncertain if I'll find happiness.
I don't know if I'll be sad
I am uncertain if I'll feel sadness.
I'll always be there when you drown
I'll provide my support when you're struggling.
I'll place my why inside your sympathy
I'll seek your understanding for my reasons.
I'll leave my x beside your o
I'll leave my mark alongside yours, implying unity and harmony.
My generation is a runaway centipede
My generation is moving too fast for me to keep up.
My generation is about to go
The way things are going, my generation is approaching an end.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: KEN HARRISON
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