Your New Cuckoo
The Cardigans
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I saw you there I stopped and stared The curly girlie smiled You really were Too close to her And people just went by I saw your face And her embrace Your whisper in her ear I know the score 'Cause I've heard it before I read your lips with fear Your words were clear (you said) Lalalalalala Let's say forever let's say it's true Lalalalalala Let's come together me and you Lalalalalala Your new cuckoo
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Written by: NINA PERSSON, PETER ANDERS SVENSSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Album"Your New Cuckoo" is a song by The Cardigans, a Swedish rock band, from their third studio album, "First Band on the Moon."
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GenreThe song fits into the genre of pop rock, a style that fuses the catchy rhythms of pop music with the energetic beats of rock.
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Debut"Your New Cuckoo" was released as part of the "First Band on the Moon" album in 1996.
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StyleThe Cardigans are known for their distinctive fusion of rock and pop elements with a touch of jazz, and "Your New Cuckoo" is a great example of their experimental and eclectic style.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are about a person who feels like they are being replaced or overshadowed by someone new in a loved one's life, hence the term "cuckoo" in the title.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Tore Johansson, a Swedish music producer who worked extensively with The Cardigans during their early period.
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RecognitionWhile it remains one of the lesser known songs by The Cardigans, "Your New Cuckoo" is often highlighted by fans and music critics for its instrumentation and unique sound that illustrates the band's signature style.
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Single“Your New Cuckoo” was released as the second single from the album in Japan.
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DiscrepancyDespite being a fan favourite, there seems to be a discrepancy in recognition, as the song does not match the popularity of other singles from the album, such as “Lovefool”.
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Music VideoThere is a music video for “Your New Cuckoo” which reflects the whimsical and quirky style of the song and the band in general. The video, directed by Dea Bard, contains surreal images and playful antics.
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Band's Line-upAt the time of the song's release, the band consisted of lead vocalist Nina Persson, guitarist Peter Svensson, bassist Magnus Sveningsson, keyboardist Lars-Olof Johansson, and drummer Bengt Lagerberg.
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Char BridgeThe song features a guitar solo by Char, a Japanese musician, which adds a distinctive rock edge to the song's overall sound.
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InfluencesThe Cardigans' music, including "Your New Cuckoo," has been noted for its influences from 1960s pop, 1980s synth pop, and 1990s indie pop.
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Live Performances"Your New Cuckoo" has often been included in the setlist for the band's concerts, and its live renditions showcase the energy and enthusiasm of The Cardigans' performances.
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