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"The Big L." is a song by Swedish pop duo Roxette. Written by Per Gessle, it was released as the third single from their third studio album, Joyride (1991). The song became a top ten hit in Belgium, Ireland and Sweden, and was the highest-charting single released from Joyride in France. It also reached the top twenty in a number of other countries, including Australia, Austria, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain and Switzerland. Despite a US radio mix of the song appearing on CD versions of the single, it was never released as a single in North America.  


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1991
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Roxette

Roxette is a Swedish pop rock duo, consisting of Marie Fredriksson (vocals) and Per Gessle (vocals and guitar). Formed in 1986, the duo became an international act in the late 1980s, when they released their breakthrough album Look Sharp!. Their third album Joyride, which was released in 1991, became just as successful as its predecessor. Roxette went onto achieve nineteen UK Top 40 hits and several US Hot 100 hits, including four US number-ones with "The Look", "Listen to Your Heart", "It Must Have Been Love", and "Joyride". Other hits include "Dangerous", "Fading Like a Flower", "Dressed for Success" and "The Centre of the Heart". more »

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Genre Classification
"The Big L." by Roxette falls into the unique blend of genres, primarily pop rock and dance-pop.
Release Year
It was released in the year 1991, adding vibrant energy to the pop music scene at the time.
Album
"The Big L." is part of Roxette's third studio album, "Joyride". The album was a huge success, selling millions of copies worldwide.
Chart Performance
The song made a significant impact on several music charts. It reached No. 13 on the UK Singles Chart and also scored high in the top charts across European countries. It landed in the Top 10 in Sweden, Norway, and Belgium, and made the Top 40 in several others.
Official Video Feature
Roxette's official music video for "The Big L." was shot in the famous "Taj Mahal" in Atlantic City, making it a memorable and iconic visual representation of the song.
Songwriting
The song was written by the duo's lead member Per Gessle, who contributed significantly to the band's creative process.
Lyrics Context
Lyrically, "The Big L." talks about feeling rebelled and breaking free from the monotony of life, a frequent theme in the band's music that resonated with their young audience.
Band's Success
Roxette, the Swedish duo consisting of Marie Fredriksson and Per Gessle, became a worldwide sensation in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and "The Big L." contributed to this success.
Live Performance
"The Big L." was prominently performed live during the band's "Join The Joyride World Tour" in 1991-92, enhancing its popularity.
Critical Response
Upon its release, "The Big L." received mostly positive reviews from music critics. Some praised its upbeat feel and catchy tunes, exemplifying Roxette's signature sound.
Re-releases
The song was re-released in 2009 and 2015 as a part of Roxette's special edition and deluxe version albums, introducing new generations to its timeless appeal.

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