André Tanneberger aka ATB (born February 26, 1973 in Freiberg, Saxony, Germ… Read Full Bio ↴André Tanneberger aka ATB (born February 26, 1973 in Freiberg, Saxony, Germany) is a DJ, musician, and producer of trance, ambient and progressive house music.

Among his most famous songs is “9pm (Till I Come)”, which topped the charts in the United Kingdom in 1998 and is widely regarded as the UK’s first Trance number one. The track features a guitar riff which became hugely popular. This guitar sound, which he accidentally found while experimenting with a new producing deck, became the trademark of his early hits. ATB continues to evolve and change with every album. His current style involves more vocals and varied sounds, with frequent pianos.

Despite only releasing a few more singles in the UK, namely “Don’t stop!” (No.3, 300,000 copies sold) and “Killer” (No.4, 200,000 copies sold), he still regularly releases music in his native Germany and in other parts of Europe, where he has scored big hits such as “I Don’t Wanna Stop” and his cover of Olive’s 1996 hit “You’re Not Alone”.

“Two Worlds” (2000) is a two-disc album based upon the concept of different types of music for different moods, with titles such as “The World Of Movement” and “The Relaxing World”.

ATB’s latest hits include uplifting “Ecstasy” and chilling “Marrakech”, both from the album “No Silence” (2004) and also released as singles.

In 2005, ATB released “Seven Years”, a compilation of 20 songs, including many greatest hits such as “The Summer”, “Let U Go”, “Hold U”, “Long Way Home”, and “I Don’t Wanna Stop”. Additionally, “Seven Years includes six new tracks: “Humanity”; “Let U Go (2005 Reworked)”; “Believe in Me”; “Trilogie, Pt. 2”; “Take Me Over”; and “Far Beyond”. Many of ATB’s recent albums have featured vocals from Roberta Carter Harrison, singer for the Canadian duo Wild Strawberries.

His next album was co-written by vocalist Tiff Lacey. “Trilogy” was released in 2007. The release of his second single “Justify” was moved from November 2006 to 2007. The single “Renegade” was released on 2007-04-12 and features Heather Nova.

On 2009-05-01 ATB released his latest album “Future Memories” featuring Josh Gallahan (a.k.a. jades) and others. The first single release of Future Memories which was also released on May 1st 2009 features What About Us and L.A. Nights.

His highly anticipated "Distant Earth" album was released 29th April 2011 and was comprised of 2CDs including combined work with Armin Van Buuren, Dash Berlin, Melissa Loretta and Josh Gallahan. A 3rd CD was also produced with all the club versions of the first CD hits. Singles released from the album include Twisted Love ft. Cristina Soto and Gold ft. JanSoon.

To date André continues to maintain a connection with his fans through social networking sites and still goes on tour.

Arms Wide Open
ATB Lyrics

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I've been hiding
Always trying
Shouting, wondering
Searching for silence

Never knew what I was supposed to do
You've given me something that I never knew
Don't ever hesitate to call me too

You're the light in my storm

Arms wide open, open
Arms wide open, open

Unlock the chains that are holding you

Feels like I'm home when I'm next to you
Arms wide open, open

Overall Meaning

"Arms Wide Open" is a song by German DJ/producer ATB (André Tanneberger) that was released in 2014. The lyrics of the song revolve around someone who has been hiding, always trying to find something and searching for silence. This person had never known what they were supposed to do until someone came along and gave them something they never knew before. This person is now the light in their storm and they are grateful for it. This song is about a person who found love, care, and support in the most unexpected way. They are thanking the person who was there for them, ready to help them unlock the chains that were holding them back. When they're with this person, it feels like they're at home.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been hiding
I've been avoiding the truth

Always trying
I've been attempting to improve my situation

Shouting, wondering
I've been yelling for help and questioning my existence

Searching for silence
I've been seeking peace and tranquility

Never knew what I was supposed to do
I've felt lost and unsure of my purpose

You've given me something that I never knew
You've shown me a new perspective or provided me with something I lacked

Don't ever hesitate to call me too
You can always reach out to me for assistance

You're the light in my storm
You bring me comfort and hope during difficult times

Arms wide open, open
I'm ready and willing to embrace you

Unlock the chains that are holding you
Free yourself from whatever is preventing you from being happy

Feels like I'm home when I'm next to you
Being with you is comfortable and comforting