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”.
Strong Ones
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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I've got endless reasons
Wait now, hold on
Say you still believe
We run straight through fire
But we can do better
We can do better
Save our lost time
We can do better
'Cause all that we need
Is a second to hold on
'Cause we are the strong ones
All that we need
Is a reason to fight on
'Cause we are the strong ones
Yeah we are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
Don't think
Don't speak
Let's just sit in silence
Every heartbeat
Makes it feel just like we
Run straight through fire
But we can do better
We can do better
Save our lost time
'Cause we can do better
'Cause all that we need
Is a second to hold on
'Cause we are the strong ones
All that we need
Is a reason to fight on
'Cause we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
Is a reason to fight on
'Cause we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
The song "Strong Ones" by Armin van Buuren is a powerful anthem about perseverance and strength in times of adversity. The lyrics are about not giving up, even when things get tough, because the singer and their loved ones are capable of overcoming any obstacle. The repeated refrain of "we are the strong ones" serves as a reminder that the people in the singer's life are resilient and capable of overcoming the challenges they face.
The verses speak to the idea of enduring through difficulty. The singer has been "calling" and has "endless reasons" to keep fighting. They urge their loved ones to "wait now, hold on" and "say you still believe", emphasizing the importance of faith and trust in oneself and each other. They acknowledge that they "run straight through fire" but that "we can do better", hinting at the idea of growth and improvement.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that all that the singer and their loved ones need is a reason to keep pushing forward. They are the "strong ones" and are capable of persevering through any obstacle. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song emphasizes the importance of self-belief and confidence in one's ability to overcome challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been calling
I have been trying to reach out to someone or something.
I've got endless reasons
There are several motives behind my actions.
Wait now, hold on
Please be patient and don't give up yet.
Say you still believe
Please confirm that you still have faith in our endeavor.
We run straight through fire
We are facing difficulties, but we still move forward.
But we can do better
We have the potential to improve the situation.
We can do better
We have the ability to make progress.
Save our lost time
Let's make the most of our time and not waste it any further.
'Cause all that we need
Because the only thing we require...
Is a second to hold on
...is a brief moment of hope and determination.
'Cause we are the strong ones
Because we have the strength to endure the challenges.
All that we need
The only requirement we have is...
Is a reason to fight on
...a reason to keep going and not give up.
Yeah we are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
We are the ones who have the courage and resilience to overcome obstacles.
Don't think
Try not to overanalyze the situation.
Don't speak
Let's avoid unnecessary distractions and focus on the task at hand.
Let's just sit in silence
Let's take a moment to reflect and gather our thoughts.
Every heartbeat
Each moment passes by.
Makes it feel just like we
Gives us the impression that we are...
Run straight through fire
...running through obstacles and difficulties.
Is a reason to fight on
The only requirement we have is...
'Cause we are the strong ones
...because we have the strength to overcome any challenge.
We are the strong ones, we are the strong ones
We are the ones who have the determination and persistence to succeed.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ARMIN J J D VAN BUUREN, BENNO DE GOEIJ, ANDREAS JOERGEN MOE, SEBASTIAN AXEL FREDRIK THOTT, CIMO FRANKEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I've been calling
I've got endless reasons
Wait now
Hold on
Say you still believe we run straight through fire
But we can do better
We can do better
Save our lost time
Cause we can do better
We can do better
Cause all that we need
Is a second to hold on
Cause we are the strong ones
All that we need
Is a reason to fight on
Cause we are the strong ones
Yeah we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
Don't think
Don't speak
Let's just sit in silence
Every heart beat
Makes it feel just like we
Run straight through fire
But we can do better
We can do better
Save our lost time
Cause we can do better
Cause all that we need
Is a second to hold on
Cause we are the strong ones
All that we need
Is a reason to fight on
Cause we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
Is a reason to fight on
Cause we are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
We are the strong ones
@armadamusictv
Hey! Did you see the music video of the newest single of Armin van Buuren? Check "I Need You" here: https://youtu.be/cNDQsJlvCYI
@mhammadzreik6293
please I need the name of the girl with the blue bikini
@fernandodiez5463
Mhammad Zreik eres un pajillero
@user-fb1qw3rz7n
P⁰ppp
@Rajkhowa86
partying hard❤🎉❤
@DustlandFairytale61
In a State of Portugal =D
C'mon Armin, we are ready to embrace u!!!
@PeasantDestroyer
+Duarte Brito Don't ask Armin, ask his management.
@gordontan6588
+Mortien Gerrux He does has his final says though
@PeasantDestroyer
RaptorAZ 777 Armin goes where the money is, so no way he is coming to Portugal ;)
@itsDanielOfc
+Mortien Gerrux He came last year and the festival sold out ;)