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”.
Who Will Find Me?
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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oh who would come and catch you when you fall
in the wind and the fire?
oh who would come to save you?
High above any danger
Locked inside the tower of your mind
dreams are veiled; passion blinded
Oh who will find me?
In your midnight eyes I see a summer sunrise
Fly far beyond these silver winter skies
I see a beautiful life Oh come and get away
Do you see the horizon?
Walk upon the water you will find
all is still and yet alive
in the morning light
Oh who will find me?
In your midnight eyes I see a summer sunrise
Fly far beyond these silver winter skies
I see a beautiful life Oh come and get away
Dance dance in the morning light
Open your darkened eyes
Hey hey it's a beautiful day
It'll be ok It'll be ok
Take a look spin around this is where I find you... where the roses bloom
Leave your cares leave your fears leave them all behind you... yeayah
It's a beautiful day in the city of shining light
It's a beautiful day This is where I find you, yeah yeah
The lyrics of Armin van Buuren’s “Who Will Find Me” contemplate the idea of finding a protector or savior in the midst of a chaotic and uncertain world. The lyrics refer to falling, wind, and fire, all of which are symbols of danger and trouble. The singer of the lyrics wonders if anyone will come to catch them if they fall, or save them from the dangers of the world. The second verse speaks of being locked away in one’s mind, where dreams and passions are veiled and blinded.
The chorus repeats the question, as the singer longs for someone to find them. The metaphor of “midnight eyes” represents a sense of mystery and intrigue, and the “summer sunrise” represents hope and the potential for a new beginning. The lyrics conclude by encouraging the listener to dance, open their eyes, and enjoy the beauty of life, as the singer declares that everything will be okay.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of vulnerability and the need for a sense of security and protection in an unpredictable world. The lyrics use symbols such as falling, wind, and fire to represent danger and uncertainty, while the “midnight eyes” and “summer sunrise” represent hope and a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
In a world of desire
In a world where people lust for what they yearn for
oh who would come and catch you when you fall
Who would be your support system when you are at your lowest?
in the wind and the fire?
During moments of peril and chaos, who would be there for you?
oh who would come to save you?
Who'll risk everything to save you from life-threatening situations?
High above any danger
Up in your ivory tower, far from danger
Locked inside the tower of your mind
You're imprisoned in your own thoughts and fears
dreams are veiled; passion blinded
Your aspirations are obscured, and your fervor is diminished
Safe from fear and fire
You're free from risks and threats
Oh who will find me?
Who'll look for me and bring me out of isolation?
In your midnight eyes I see a summer sunrise
Looking into your eyes takes me to a beautiful place
Fly far beyond these silver winter skies
We should escape from winter and experience something new
I see a beautiful life Oh come and get away
I see a hopeful future, let's fly away and attain it.
Do you see the horizon?
Have you seen what lies beyond the horizon?
Walk upon the water you will find
Trust yourself, and you'll realize everything you seek is within you.
all is still and yet alive
The beauty of the calmness around us is awe-inspiring.
in the morning light
In the serenity that comes with the morning sun
Dance dance in the morning light
We should embrace life and dance in the morning sun
Open your darkened eyes
We should open ourselves to the wonders of life and let light in.
Hey hey it's a beautiful day
Today is a beautiful day and a new beginning
It'll be ok It'll be ok
Everything is alright, don't worry
Take a look spin around this is where I find you... where the roses bloom
Look around; this is where I found you, and this is where we'll be happy.
Leave your cares leave your fears leave them all behind you... yeayah
We should let go of our worries and fears and live in the here and now.
It's a beautiful day in the city of shining light
It's a lovely day in a bright city
It's a beautiful day This is where I find you, yeah yeah
Today is a beautiful day, and it's good to have you by my side.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ADRINA THORPE, ROGER SHAH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Angélica Hurtado
Dance dance in the morning light
Open your darkened eyes
Hey, hey, it's a beautiful day
It'll be okay, it'll be okay
Take a look, spin around, this is where I find you, where the roses bloom
Leave your cares, leave your fears, leave them all behind you, yeah yeah
It's a beautiful day in the city of shining light
It's a beautiful day, this is where I find you, yeah yeah
Paul James Connelly
i heard it on the first ASOT album i bought in 2007 and almost 10 years later is still my favourite track of all time miles ahead of the rest .. always makes me happy
Mariusz Święcki
i got the same in yellow box with 2CD, 2007
Gaylord Munemo
Almost 8 years later from your post, its my favourite trance track of all times
Guido Luzzi
@Gaylord Munemo it's my favorite too. 2008 was when i first heard it
bloatex
So happy to know that I experienced the best era of trance music....
Better Than Yesterday
Me too :)
I used to snowboard and wakeboard to this, such a great vibe
Irufushi
Truth 🤝. I sorely miss it 😢
Carlos Seco
Yes! But this song sounds more like 2008.. But indeed from 97 to 2010 may be the best.. Search for sensation white or sensation black festivals where this was played
Crazy beautiful
Este track siempre me hace sentir tan libreee! 😇
Improved Gaming
I was 16-17 years old when i heard this amazing song 1st time, and now 12 years later still my Love!!!!!!