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”.
Take A Moment
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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Turning cold in fire with the wind they go
I lost my way where do I go now
This looks just like the road I came down
Take a moment to live
Take a moment to cry
Take a moment to love
Moment to live
Moment to love
A steady hand can point me somewhere
I'm all the wiser for the many wrongs I've done
I've found some courage in my battles won
Never leads me far from where I'm meant to be
Take a moment to live
Take a moment to cry
Take a moment to love
And don't ask why
My heavy heart, it pulls me
And I know you will be there
Take a moment to live
Take a moment to cry
Take a moment to love
And don't ask why
Moment to live
Moment to love
The song "Take A Moment" by Armin van Buuren is a reflective piece that opens with the imagery of falling leaves on the artist's window, signifying the passage of time and the changing of seasons. As the scene is set, we hear the artist questioning his current situation, "I lost my way where do I go now? This looks just like the road I came down." The lyrics of the song suggest that the artist has been through a tough time and is now searching for clarity and direction in his life.
As the song progresses, we hear the artist reflecting on some of the challenges he has faced and the lessons he has learned. He sings, "A steady hand can point me somewhere, I'm all the wiser for the many wrongs I've done. I've found some courage in my battles won." Ultimately, the artist seems to be suggesting that we should all take a moment to live, cry, and love without questioning why. This is a call to live in the present, to accept our emotions, and to embrace love and connection with others.
Overall, "Take A Moment" is a song about reflection, growth, and the power of living in the present. Through its reflective lyrics and calming melodies, it encourages listeners to slow down, take stock of their lives, and appreciate the beauty in each moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Leafs are falling on my window
Autumn leaves are falling outside my window
Turning cold in fire with the wind they go
Leaves are changing color and falling to the ground on this windy, chilly autumn day
I lost my way where do I go now
I am lost, unsure which direction to move forward in.
This looks just like the road I came down
The path ahead seems familiar, perhaps because it resembles the path I have already walked down.
Take a moment to live
Pause and fully experience life
Take a moment to cry
Allow yourself to release your emotions
Take a moment to love
Take time to appreciate and cherish the love you have in your life
And don't ask why
Don't question or overanalyze these moments, simply experience them without judgment
A steady hand can point me somewhere
With guidance and support, I can find direction and purpose
I'm all the wiser for the many wrongs I've done
Through my mistakes, I have gained knowledge and understanding
I've found some courage in my battles won
My past victories have given me the courage to face current and future challenges
Never leads me far from where I'm meant to be
Even when I feel lost or unsure, I trust that life will guide me towards where I am meant to be
My heavy heart, it pulls me
My emotions weigh heavily on me and impact my actions and decisions
And I know you will be there
I find comfort and reassurance in the knowledge that someone I care about will support me through difficult times
Moment to live
This moment in life is precious and worth experiencing fully
Moment to love
Cherish and appreciate love in your life, as it is also a fleeting and precious moment
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ARMIN VAN BUUREN, ARMIN J J D VAN BUUREN, BENNO DE GOEIJ, JOSH GABRIEL, MEREDITH CALL, MEREDITH EATON CALL, JOSH DAMON GABRIEL, BENNO GOEIJ DE
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Sonamia ALIÞ
Ten Years I never stopped enjoying this Piece of Art.
merecall
That's so sweet to hear
Robert Dickson Jr
This is in my Top 10!
Paul V
Awesomeness. One of the greatest vocal trance of all time.
pop_up_ poypoy
take a moment to?
MonikaOMG
This is the best song from the album, and one of the best songs of armin in generaly. It should have millions of views
anythingchannel100
This song is like a cool summer night breeze...words cannot explain
EZEQUIELITHIUM
Pasan 10 años y es la 1ra vez que de la nada me empieza a sonar este tema en la cabeza, que bueno que estaba cuando salió no me gustó mucho 10 años dsp me doy cuenta que está muuuuuy bueno
Irakli Pashalishvili
I'm so happy I remembered this gem of a man again, brings back so much memories. Armin you are the best 👏🏻
Orbion Pulsar
you can feel winter breeze listening to this beauty