Always Have Always Will
Single
Always Have Always Will: The Timeless Pop Hit by Ace of Base.
Introduction
Ace of Base, the Swedish pop group that took the world by storm in the 1990s, released "Always Have Always Will" as a single in 1998. The song was part of their third album, Flowers, and was heavily influenced by the Motown sound of the mid-1960s. This article will delve into the making of this song, its reception and its place in the band's discography.
The Making of Always Have Always Will
"Always Have Always Will" was co-written by Jonas Berggren and Mike Chapman, with the intro sampling the intros from the Supremes' track "Where Did Our Love Go" and the Four Tops' track "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)".
Interestingly, the song was originally titled "Killer on the Rampage" and had different lyrics. When the song was pitched as a potential song for the upcoming Flowers/Cruel Summer album, Arista records liked the melody but requested that the lyrics be rewritten.
Release and Reception
The song was released as a single at different times in various parts of the world. In the UK, it was released on 7 December 1998 as single three, following "Life Is a Flower" and "Cruel Summer".
In Australia, it was released in early 1999 as the second single, following "Cruel Summer". In Scandinavia and Germany, it was released on 1 March 1999 as single four, following "Life Is a Flower", "Cruel Summer", and "Travel to Romantis".
"Always Have Always Will" was well received by fans and critics alike. It reached number two on the Swedish Singles Chart and was a top 20 hit in Germany, Spain, and Switzerland. In the UK, it peaked at number five and was certified silver by the BPI.
The Music Video
The accompanying music video for "Always Have Always Will" was directed by the band members themselves.
It used footage from recording sessions, concerts, and appearances of the band all across the world. The video is a nostalgic tribute to the band's journey to fame and captures the essence of their music and style.
FAQs
- What album is "Always Have Always Will" from?
- This track is from Ace of Base's third album, Flowers.
- Who co-wrote "Always Have Always Will"?
- It was co-written by Jonas Berggren and Mike Chapman.
- What samples are used in the intro of "Always Have Always Will"?
- The intro of of this track samples the intros from the Supremes' track "Where Did Our Love Go" and the Four Tops' track "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)".
- When was "Always Have Always Will" released?
- This track was released at different times in various parts of the world.
In the UK, it was released on 7 December 1998 as single three, following "Life Is a Flower" and "Cruel Summer". In Australia, it was released in early 1999 as the second single, following "Cruel Summer". In Scandinavia and Germany, it was released on 1 March