1)Detroit house and hiphop … Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that go by Andrés.
1)Detroit house and hiphop don DJ Dez aka Andrés was destined for a life in music. The son of Humberto ‘Nengue’ Hernandez, an original player on Detroit’s jazz scene who sang and played percussion with the likes of Mongo Santamaria, Santana and Cachao López, got his first drum set aged three, and was raised on the Motor City’s rich musical history. Partly brought up in California, Andrés cut his teeth DJ-ing on the Cali underage party scene, before moving back to the 313 with his family. Already a certified crate digger and vinyl archivist, he started working at the legendary Buy-Rite Records store, the very same place that Kenny Dixon Jr. received his paycheck from.
After spending some time at Amp Fiddler’s home studio, Dez met J Dilla, who recruited him to DJ for his hiphop crew, Slum Village. Parallel to revolutionising the US rap landscape with the new-found electrified smoothness of S Villa, Andrés started to explore his hometown’s house legacy from the late 90's onwards. He hooked up with his former recordstore buddy to release a string of freewheeling house-not-house 12-inches on KDJ, leading up to a highly prolific relationship with Mahogani Music. After three acclaimed full-length albums for Mahogani, which really put him on the map as one of the most versatile figures on the Detroit dance music circuit, in 2012 he launched his own imprint La Vida with the future classic "New for U" 12”.
2)Growing up in Bakersfield, California, Andres Aparicio started his musical journey at the age of eight when he picked up the violin after seeing an orchestra performance. During his teen years, he picked up a guitar and listened to early 2000s post-hardcore and emo bands, which would later become the primary influence for his first band, Terra Alive.
“Bands like My Chemical Romance, Blink-182, Fall Out Boy, Taking Back Sunday, Dance Gavin Dance, The Used and From First to Last really inspired me to chase a lifestyle in music and touring,” Andrés says.
After seven years as Terra Alive, Andrés decided to rebrand his music by using just his first name like rappers Drake, Kehlani and Kyle. Revamping the Terra Alive sound on his first Andrés debut Strange Memories on This Nervous Night in 2017, he amplifies his pop, hip-hop, R&B and jazz sensibilities to the forefront of his new, polished demeanor with his Latin roots making slight cameos. Gradually gaining popularity among the scene, Andrés has made big strides, having collaborated with scene favorites such as Kurt Travis and Strawberry Girls along the way.
I Know a Place
Andrés Lyrics
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Stands in front of the mirror
With her phone in her hand and a hand on
Her hip popped as far as she can
It started with magazines and it
Ended with bright lit screens
But I'm 22 and got shit to do
I shouldn't be wasting my time
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in silence
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in private
I can tell that you don't linger at my
Table 'cause you think I'll tip you nicely
And not the other way But I see you see
Those other boys don't see what I see
But baby trust me it all
Started with indie flicks
And it ended with late-night licks
But I'm 22 and not sure if I should
Be spending my time on shit like this
Time on shit like this
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in silence
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in private!
When my well's low all I need is a shovel
There's nothing that a little
Digging won't fix there's nothing that
I know a place yeah! I know a place!
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in silence!
Come with me to smash our smart
Phones and suffer in private!
I know a place i know a place
I know a place i like your face
I know a place i know a place
Didn't I mention that I like your face
I say come with me, come with me
I know a place where we can splash
I like your face
In Andrés's song "I Know A Place," the lyrics delve into the themes of self-awareness and disillusionment with modern technology and societal pressures. The song starts by acknowledging the obsessive nature that can arise from constantly seeing idealized images on social media and magazines. The singer understands the time wasted on comparing themselves to others and feeling the need to present an unrealistic image. They feel a sense of urgency, being 22 and realizing they have more important things to focus on than indulging in these superficialities.
As the song progresses, it becomes apparent that the singer recognizes the fickle nature of others' attention. They observe how people judge them based on presumptions, assuming they will tip nicely when they go out to eat. However, the singer sees beyond these appearances and appreciates the unique qualities of the person they are addressing. They understand that their connection is different and deeper than what others perceive.
The chorus of the song suggests a desire for escapism from the overwhelming influence of technology. The idea of smashing smartphones represents a rebellion against constantly being connected and suffering in silence. They want to break free from the digital world's grip and find solace and authenticity in privacy. It is in this private space that the singer knows of a place where they can truly be themselves and share genuine experiences with someone they appreciate.
Line by Line Meaning
Finally I understand what she gets when she
After a long time, I have come to comprehend the feeling she experiences
Stands in front of the mirror
Standing in front of her reflection
With her phone in her hand and a hand on
Holding her phone while placing her other hand on
Her hip popped as far as she can
Positioning her hip in an exaggerated manner
It started with magazines and it
The beginning can be traced back to magazines
Ended with bright lit screens
Yet it concluded with glowing digital displays
But I'm 22 and got shit to do
However, I am currently 22 with important tasks at hand
I shouldn't be wasting my time
I must avoid squandering my precious time
On shit like this time on shit like this
Engaging in trivial matters such as this
Come with me to smash our smart
Join me in destroying our intelligent
Phones and suffer in silence
Mobile devices and embracing the ensuing silence
Come with me to smash our smart
Accompany me in shattering our clever
Phones and suffer in private
Cellphones and enduring the consequences privately
I can tell that you don't linger at my
I can perceive that you don't stay around my
Table 'cause you think I'll tip you nicely
Table since you believe I will tip you generously
And not the other way But I see you see
Rather than the opposite But I notice that you notice
Those other boys don't see what I see
Those other guys fail to perceive what I perceive
But baby trust me it all
However, my dear, trust me that everything
Started with indie flicks
Originated with independent films
And it ended with late-night licks
And it concluded with illicit late-night encounters
But I'm 22 and not sure if I should
Nevertheless, being 22, I am uncertain if I ought to
Be spending my time on shit like this
Devote my time to insignificant matters like this
Time on shit like this
Time on trivial matters like this
When my well's low all I need is a shovel
During times of emotional emptiness, a shovel is all I require
There's nothing that a little
There is nothing that a small
Digging won't fix there's nothing that
Amount of digging cannot resolve there is nothing that
I know a place yeah! I know a place!
I am aware of a location, yes! I know a location!
Come with me to smash our smart
Join me in destroying our intelligent
Phones and suffer in silence!
Mobile devices and endure the ensuing silence!
Come with me to smash our smart
Accompany me in shattering our clever
Phones and suffer in private!
Cellphones and endure the consequences privately!
I know a place i know a place
I am aware of a location, I know a location
I know a place i like your face
I have knowledge of a location, I appreciate your appearance
I know a place i know a place
I am familiar with a location, I know a location
Didn't I mention that I like your face
Did I not already state that I find your face appealing
I say come with me, come with me
I request to accompany me, to accompany me
I know a place where we can splash
I am aware of a location where we can have fun
I like your face
I appreciate your appearance
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