The Sign

Ace of Base

About The Sign

"The Sign" is a song by the Swedish pop group Ace of Base, which was released as a single on 29 October 1993 in Europe from their album Happy Nation (titled The Sign in North America). It was an international hit, reaching number two in the United Kingdom and spending six non-consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, ending 1994 as the top song on Billboard's year-end chart. It also reached number one in nine other countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany and New Zealand.  


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I, I got a new life, you would hardly recognize me, I'm so glad
How can a person like me care for you?
I, why do I bother, when you're not the one for me?
Oo-hoo-hoo-oo-oo
Is enough enough?

I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign
Life is demanding without understanding
I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign
No one's gonna drag you up to get into the light where you belong
But where do you belong?

I, under the pale moon, for so many years I wondered who you are
How could a person like you bring me joy?
Under the pale moon, where I see a lot of stars
Oo-hoo-hoo-oo-oo
Is enough enough?

I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign
Life is demanding without understanding
I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign
No one's gonna drag you up to get into the light where you belong
But where do you belong?

I saw the sign and it opened up my mind
And I am happy now living without you
I've left you
Oh, oh-oh-oh
I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign
No one's gonna drag you up to get into the light where you belong

(I saw the sign, I saw the si-ee-ign) I saw the sign
(I saw the sign, I saw the si-ee-i-ee-ign)
(I saw the sign, I saw the sign)
I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes, I saw the sign

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Ace of Base

Ace of Base is a pop band based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Its original lineup consisted of Ulf "Buddha" Ekberg, and three siblings, Jonas "Joker" Berggren, Malin "Linn" Berggren and Jenny Berggren. They released four studio albums between 1993 and 2002, which sold over 30 million copies worldwide. This makes them the third-most successful band from Sweden of all time, after ABBA and Roxette. more »

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Written by: Jenny Berggren, Malin Berggren, Jonas Berggren, Ulf Ekberg

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"The Sign" is a pop song by the Swedish band Ace of Base, which was first released in Europe in October 1993.
Chart Performance
The song was a huge hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and topping the charts in many other countries across the world.
Album Success
"The Sign" was the title track of Ace of Base's most successful album, which went on to sell over 23 million copies worldwide.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for a Grammy award in 1995 for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Group.
Notable Covers and References
"The Sign" has been covered by numerous artists, including Irish pop group B*Witched and featured on popular television shows like South Park, Full House and Family Guy.
Song's Message
The message behind the song is about waking up and recognizing the signs in your life, making it a song of empowerment.
Writing Credits
"The Sign" was written by Jonas Berggren, a member of Ace of Base, making this hit song a product of the band's own creativity.
Musical Style
The fusion of reggae, pop and dance elements in "The Sign" made it a pioneering example of the 'Euro-pop' trend of the 1990s.
Retro Revival
In recent years, the song has seen a revival in popularity, due in part to its inclusion in cult movie "Pitch Perfect" where it was featured heavily.
Critical Acclaim
Despite its pop-esque nature, the song has been praised for its catchy tune, uplifting lyrics, and the unique, bright vocals of lead singer Jenny Berggren.

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