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”.
My Symphony
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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Of you...
Words are human invention
Music, express my real intention
This is exactly how I'm feeling
This is a symphony of you
You
My symphony
My symphony
My symphony
My symphony
My symphony of you
The lyrics of Armin van Buuren's song “My Symphony” are somewhat of a poetic ode to music and its power to express emotions that words cannot fully capture. The lyrics imply that words are mere tools that we use to communicate, whereas music is a direct avenue to convey our deepest feelings. The song's title suggests that the music is an extension of the artist's own self, with the "you" referred to throughout the lyrics assumed to be the listener or the audience.
The chorus of "My Symphony" repeats the line "This is a symphony of you" several times. This line is significant because it suggests that the listener is not simply a passive observer but an active participant in the creation of the music. The listener's presence is what brings the music to life and makes it a symphony.
Throughout the song, Armin van Buuren casts music as a language that speaks from the heart and reflects the soul. The lyrics also suggest that music has an almost mystical quality, capable of expressing the inexpressible, conveying the ineffable, and uniting individuals through shared emotions. The song captures the beauty and power of music as a universal language and underscores the importance of music in human expression and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a symphony
The composition of this music is meant to represent something significant and emotionally powerful
Of you...
The subject of the symphony is based entirely on the individual being addressed, their impact on the composer's life and their importance to them
Words are human invention
Language is a creation of humanity designed to facilitate communication, but it is limited in its ability to fully express certain emotions and experiences
Music, express my real intention
Music is the medium through which the composer can convey their deepest emotions and thoughts, in a way that words cannot always achieve
This is exactly how I'm feeling
The composition accurately reflects the composer's current state of mind, emotions, and experiences
This is a symphony of you
This piece of music is a tribute to the person it is dedicated to, celebrating their significance and acknowledging their impact on the composer's life
You
The repetition of 'you' emphasizes the focus of the symphony on the individual being addressed, and highlights their importance to the composer
My symphony
The use of the possessive pronoun 'my' emphasizes the personal connection the composer has to this piece of music, and how it reflects their thoughts and feelings
My symphony
The repetition of 'my symphony' emphasizes how significant and personal this piece of music is to the composer, and how important it is to them that it accurately reflects their emotions and experiences
My symphony
The repetition of 'my symphony' further emphasizes the personal significance of this piece of music, and its dedication to the individual it is addressing
My symphony
The repetition of 'my symphony' establishes the theme of emotional connection and significant personal experience that runs through this piece of music
My symphony of you
This line serves as a summary of the entire song, emphasizing the personal connection the composer has to this piece of music, and how it is a tribute to the person it is addressing
Writer(s): Benno Goeij De, Armin Van Buuren
Contributed by Jacob A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@harderstylez3754
''Sometimes,music speaks louder than words.'' Love you so much Armin!!You give me strength!!
@karolajakopaschke7413
Jes
@MrDonWest
Takes decades of experience to provide a concert like this, it incorporates many music genres, this concert is groundbreaking....
@stephanost7509
With this Song Armin made himself immortal...🤩🤩🤩
@lukei6255
For a 'symphony' is really so so. Could be much more symphonic and melodic and classical in soul. He is trying too much to please the American audiences.
@ravichauhan460
Waaaooo....No one can..beat..Armin..Lots of love and...huge respect from...India...☺
@user-fl9mi2sw4c
Нет слов. Лучшиииий!!!!!
@iwonagrochal
This is a masterpiece
@AlexSavieri
Волшебная музыка! Доводящая людей до состояния транса!
Кто хоть раз был на его шоу Only тот знает!
Лучший диджей планеты!!!
@user-xv9yp3uh7w
Кажется что не только планеты. Кстати он вообще с нашей планеты?