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The Bitch In Me

by Vargen

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“The Bitch In Me” is the second single from Vargen's forthcoming debut album of original work.

The music and lyrics came instantly and simultaneously. I remember I had an odd mix of Amy Winehouse, George Harrison and Rihanna’s vocal styles in mind when I wrote it. That sneer in the voice even in a heart-break song, I tried to go for that.

Musically, “The Bitch In Me” is a slow rocker rooted in 70’s Rolling Stones/Neil Young territory. The instrumental mid-section evolves around a riff reminiscent of The Doors or Led Zeppelin and features some great solo performances by Dag Hallberg (keys) and Per Bengtsson (guitar).

“The Bitch In Me” is released on all major music streaming services on Friday April 28, 2023.
Genre: Rock - Label: Border/Redeye/Vargen Records - UPC 634457139084

The forthcoming album is preliminarly released on October 6, 2023. The album consists of 9 tracks and features, among others, a guest appearance by guitar legend Jojje Wadenius.

The music video is a live version of the track, taken from an live session pre-listening concert. The show - Recordia Live - will be streamed later this year and is produced with support from Kulturrådet/Swedish Arts Council, Region Halland and Varbergs kommun.
Sound produced by Fredrik Larnemo, vision by Lars Hillerström, Studio Lynga.

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THE BITCH IN ME

Wish you were deeper
Now, you couldn’t be much sweeter to me
Everything about you
brings out the bitch in me

Now, ain’t it funny
the way you stack your money
You used to be special
when you were playin’ for keeps

Now, is it an obsession?
This thing about possession
This wolf can’t be dogged,
just hold your leash

And baby, baby, it’s killin’ me
to see the way you drag your face
in the mud

Yeah, I wish you were deeper
Now you act the gatekeeper of love
Love can’t be owned
Now, that’s what I’ve been told, nah…

An’ baby baby, I’ve been told
you already got someone new
in the sights of your gun…

I wish you were deeper
Now you couldn’t be much sweeter to me
Everything about you
brings out the bitch in me

Wish you were deeper
Yeah
Now, talk
couldn’t get cheaper than this

Rich man, poor man,
now I’m the shut the door man
Good love, bad love,
gonna be a ‘ve had love
Can’t you see,
you bring out the bitch in me

Words & music by Reine Johansson © 2023 Vargen Music

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released April 26, 2023
Produced, mixed and mastered by Fredrik Larnemo, Studio Recordia, Varberg, Sweden

MUSICIANS:
Reine Johansson: Vocals; Per Bengtsson: Electric guitar; Dag Hallberg: Keys; Andreas Alm: Acoustic guitar; Christian Kullberg: Bass; Klas Assarsson: Drums

Written by Reine Johansson
(P) © 2023 Vargen Music / Vargen Records
UPC / Barcode: 634457139084
ISRC: SE5DK2300101
Distribution: Border Music Scandinavia / Redeye Worldwide
Cover Art: Reine Johansson

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Vargen Varberg, Sweden

Over the recent years the Swedish singer-songwriter and Bob Dylan interpreter Vargen, has carved a reputation for infusing his music with mystery and raw emotions. After releasing his debut album of original work, a self-titled project promoted by a concert video, Vargen gained widespread attention from the international indie press, with coverage from Earmilk, Vents, The Big Takeover and more. ... more

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