He has been named number one in the prestigious DJ MAG Top 100 poll four times in a row, from 2007 till 2010 and for the 5th time in 2012. He's the first DJ in the history of the DJ Magazine to achieve that and an indication of his prolific output over more than 14 years he’s been dj’ing and producing. Being the official World’s Most Popular DJ is just one of his many achievements, but the driving force behind his success is an overriding passion for electronic dance music.
2008 began with the success that the number one DJ seems to attract; he was awarded with the prestigious Buma Cultuur Pop Award in January. This was followed by being voted as the Best Trance Artist in the Beatport Music Awards in March; judged on the musician’s artistic achievements, national and international success, it is evident that Armin van Buuren has become one of the decade’s most influential trance acts.
Even a basic list of recent successes reads like a lifetime of work: ‘Best Album’ for artist album ‘Shivers’ at both the Dutch Release Dance Awards and the prestigious Edison Awards; ‘Best Compilation’ for ‘A State Of Trance’, in 2006, claiming the ‘Best European DJ’ award in 2007 and ‘Best Mix Radio Show’ at the Miami Winter Music Conference in 2006 and 2007, for radio show ‘A State Of Trance’ – now broadcasting on a massive 40 FM stations as well as satellite and internet radio, with over 26 million listeners a week; a 5th year residency in Ibiza at Amnesia and over 50,000 downloads every week from podcasting high end chart-bothering positions all over the world for singles, albums and compilations , with single “Rush Hour” used as the theme tune to the UEFA European Youth Championship; the #1 entry in the Dutch album charts with his artist album ‘Imagine’, the #1 entry of the DVD registration of ‘Armin Only ‘ Imagine’ – the landmarks just keep coming!
The 350th episode and the 7th year of the hit radio show ‘A State of Trance’ was celebrated in May 2008 with an eight hour live broadcast from Antwerp in Belgium to over 40 radio stations internationally. Fans were invited to a free party with a line up that had been voted for by the show’s listeners; another example of the importance the DJ places on the satisfaction of his fans. Considering the popularity of the radio show the introduction of ‘A State of Trance Podcast’ was a natural progression. The weekly podcasts which contain highlights and Armin’s favourite tracks from the previous episode ensure that trance lovers across the world will never miss another episode!
Sold-out shows for Armin Only in 2005 and 2006 created eager anticipation of the third edition, which kicked off in a sold-out Jaarbeurs in Utrecht in 2008; over 16,000 fans attended and were enthralled by the DJ’s nine hour set. The theme of the night was ‘Imagine’, described by Armin as “the celebration of our sensations both in life and in clubland.” Fans all around the world should not despair, as ‘Armin Only’ tour dates have also been set for Romania, Poland, Belgium and Australia; the DJ will also be touring in England, Scotland, Ibiza, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, and the USA, with expected dates in, for an example, the Czech Republic.
Born in Leiden, Holland (on December 25, 1976) to a musical family, Armin indulged his passion for music from a young age. He spent all the money he earned with his paper round on records. His mum won a computer when he was 10, gaining Armin’s interest. “So as a little nerdy kid I was writing my own basic programmes, and learnt about the technology from there.” He progressed from making low-profile mix tapes for friends to higher profile mixes when he discovered experimenting with different sequences on his computer through his uncle. “I was so stunned by what I saw him doing on the computer, that I got addicted to creating music right there and then!”
“I loved dance music immediately – this great rebellious sound that was so different to the ‘beautiful’ songs of the years before”. Armin cites electronic pioneer Jean Michel Jarre as a major influence (famed for his awesome visuals as well as his groundbreaking synth sounds), as well as Dutch producer Ben Liebrand, who later mentored him in his mixing and producing.
In the early days, Armin thought it was wise to have something extra in case the DJ’ing didn’t work out. So he studied for a law degree. The final year of his course was inevitably stretched as he juggled his studies with his increasingly hectic schedule; his rise to fame included lots of productions and remixes, as well as playing out to packed clubs every weekend. It took him three years to graduate, but his determination made him succeed!
Armin’s own productions have all made a huge impact and quickly gain worldwide acclaim; his latest artist album titled ‘Imagine’ entered the Dutch Album Top 100 Chart at number one; this is the first time a dance producer has ever accomplished such a feat in the history of Dutch music. The first single to be taken from this album, ‘Going Wrong’ with DJ Shah featuring Chris Jones, entered the Dutch Singles Chart at number five. The ‘Armin Only DVD’ was also released and reached the acclaimed number one spot in its second week. His back catalogue includes Blue Fear, Communication, Sound of Goodbye, Shivers, Rush Hour, Burned With Desire, Exhale, Love You More, This World Is Watching Me, and Yet Another Day. While the remix offers flood in, Armin only takes on tracks that he really loves. He uses exactly the same criteria for his compilations, meaning that every release from Armin or his long-running Armind label is a bone fide stormer that’s earned its place. His output includes tracks for the cult TV series 24, and the likes of Motorcycle’s As The Rush Comes.
Armin is a dedicated trance lover, but isn’t imprisoned by a single genre, saying “What makes trance work so well is that it doesn’t stick to one style, and can incorporate electro, minimal, whatever it likes.” His desire to showcase more of the great music he hears, along with the number of people sending him tracks they wanted to release, led to the obvious step of starting his own label, Armada, in 2003.
The label is a joint venture between Armin, Maykel Piron (former head of A&R for Warner Music) and David Lewis, who'd previously managed Armin. "What we wanted was a company that could offer everything for an artist: representation, a booking agency, and a record company. Artists can choose full management, or to just release a record or play out at gigs. Armada lets the artists choose what they want without telling them what to do".
Armin is now a fully-fledged artist in his own right, having made his songwriting debut on his album, the award-winning Shivers; The events continue to get bigger and bigger, and Armin regularly headlines the likes of Sensation White, Global Gathering, Dance Valley, ZoukOut, Mysteryland, Coachella, Beats In Brazil, Trance Energy, Fort Dance, Summer Days – basically whether you’re in Australia, Russia, the Middle East, the US or Europe, you can catch Armin van Buuren at a club or festival near you!
"This is just what I really want," says Armin. "It’s not just love for music, it’s my passion. It goes beyond liking, and beyond a hobby, it’s about a way of living. Music is essential to my life”.
Forever Is Ours
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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If you'd give me a reason I never would've let you go
If I wouldn't leave then I would always stay around you
I'll catch you, I'll catch you when you fall
If I could just stay a moment in your light,
I'm never afraid if I'm within your sight,
So don't you wait, hearts will come,
Time won't change, us at all,
Forever is ours again, again,
Forever is ours again, again.
You know I'll stay
You know I'll stay
I'll stay by you, forever.
If I could just stay a moment in your light,
I'm never afraid if I'm within your sight,
These are the days I'll carry on with my life,
Can I just stand here in your arms for now?
I'll stay for life
Forever is ours again
Forever is ours again, again
In the song "Forever is Ours" by Armin van Buuren, the lyrics discuss a strong emotional connection between two people. It appears that one person is trying to convince the other that they have found them and will never let them go, even after they spend time apart. The lyrics suggest that this person will be there to catch the other if they fall, and that they will never leave them. The song is about having an unbreakable bond with someone and knowing that they will always be there for you.
The lyrics further describe the desire to bask in the other's light and to be in their presence without fear. The singer wants to stand in the other's arms and remain there forever. The song is about an intense love that endures over time, and the certainty that no matter what challenges may come, they will always remain together. Overall, the lyrics convey a deep sense of commitment and devotion to another person.
Line by Line Meaning
You said that you'll open your eyes and see I've found you
You promised to acknowledge my love and realize that I am here for you
If you'd give me a reason I never would've let you go
I would have never left you if you had just given me a valid reason
If I wouldn't leave then I would always stay around you
I would never abandon you and always be there for you
I'll catch you, I'll catch you when you fall
I will be there to support and catch you whenever you stumble or face hardships
If I could just stay a moment in your light,
I wish I could bask in your presence for a little longer
I'm never afraid if I'm within your sight,
Your sight gives me a sense of security that takes away all my fears
So don't you wait, hearts will come,
Don't wait for others to fill in the gaps, love will come to us naturally
And always we'll run,
We will keep moving forward together, no matter what comes our way
Time won't change, us at all,
The bond we share will remain unbreakable, no matter how much time passes
Forever is ours again, again,
Our love is eternal and will always belong to us
You know I'll stay
You can count on me to remain loyal and by your side
I'll stay by you, forever.
I will always be there for you, no matter what happens
These are the days I'll carry on with my life,
I will continue with my life, cherishing every moment I spend with you
Can I just stand here in your arms for now?
Can I stay in your embrace just a little longer?
I'll stay for life
My love for you is lifelong, and I will stay committed to you forever
Forever is ours again
Our love was always meant to be, and it will always belong to us
Forever is ours again, again
Our love will stand the test of time and will always be ours
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BENNO DE GOEIJ, EMMA HEWITT, ANTHONY HEWITT, ARMIN J J D VAN BUUREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@linkyyay
Man... at 2:14 and onward. I don't know any song that resonates with me as much as this does. Feels incredible listening to it.
If I could just stay a moment in your light~
Chills.
@spanishmackeral
Agree. Should try listening to this with the woojer. Will blow you away....intense indeed.
@vsboy25
Emma best voice in trance.
@fedebenavides3011
+vsboy25 you are forgetting to Zoë Johnston
@craezee247
Zoe way better than Emma, Emma is kinda gay, didn't like anything that included her.. it's just too much
@MrBoDiggety
Zoë Johnston? Gotta check her out. Nadia Ali anyone?
@Yarnah1
+BoDiggety Nadia Ali's pretty good.
@theEDMdragon
What about Betsie Larkin and Roxanne Emery ?
@manutdrocks9046
every time I listen to this song it brings me to tears... Literally Armin's Masterpiece.
@raychaps9646
you should seriously consider talking to a doctor about that.