Pass This On
The Knife · Deep Cuts (Extended) [2004]
What's his name?
I thought I'd come by to see him again
And when you two danced
Oh, what a dance
And when you two laughed
Oh, what a laugh
Has he mentioned my age love?
Or is he more into young girls with dyed black hair?
I'm in love with your brother
I thought I'd come by
I'm in love with your brother
Yes, I am
But maybe I shouldn't ask for his name
And you danced
Oh, what a dance
And you laughed
Oh, what a laugh
Does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you?
And if I ask him once what would he say?
Is he willing?
Can he play?
If I ask him once what would he say?
Is he willing? Can he play?
Does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you?
And if I ask him once what would he say?
Is he willing? Can he play?
I wasn't really looking for some more than
Some company on the dance floor
And does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you and
I wasn't really looking for some more than
Some company on the dance floor
And does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you and
Does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you?
And if I ask him once what would he say?
Is he willing? Can he play?
I wasn't really looking for some more than
Some company on the dance floor
And does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you and
I wasn't really looking for some more than
Some company on the dance floor
And does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you and
I wasn't really looking for some more than
Some company on the dance floor
And does he know what I do?
And you'll pass this on, won't you and
I wasn't really looking for some more than...
Pass This On
Pass This On stands as a compelling song in The Knife's early discography, showcasing the Swedish duo's signature blend of electronic experimentation and art pop. Recorded during the period leading up to their 2004 release, the track exemplifies the band's willingness to push beyond conventional pop structures. The song features the distinctive interplay between Karin Dreijer's vocals and her brother Olof Dreijer's production, creating a soundscape that balances intimacy with synthetic textures. As part of their growing body of work, this recording highlights the group's evolution from their debut album toward the more complex arrangements that would define their later successes. The track remains a testament to their innovative approach to electronic music, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative process that established them as influential figures in the genre.

