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”.
Wild Wild Son
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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We can't wait to hold you and rock you to sleep in your rocking chair
Before you know it, you'll be standing
Crashing 'round the house like bandits all day
You can't get into too much trouble
Nothing's gonna stop me from loving you always
My wild, wild son, run free
Ooh, my wild, wild son, run free
Oooh, you'll know it when you're living out your dream
Someday when you leave the house
And the open road calls
Just know your heart won't lie to you
If you learn to listen close
When you meet your queen, go get her
Make sure that she knows you'll love her always
'Fore you know it, your own child's standing
You can crash around with them like bandits all day
My wild, wild son, run free (run free)
Ooh, you'll know it when you're where you're supposed to be
Ooh, my wild, wild son, run free
Oooh, you'll know it when you're living out your dream
Ooh, my wild, wild son, run free
Oooh, you'll know it when you're living out your dream
The song "Wild Wild Son" by Armin van Buuren is a touching tribute to a father's love for his son. The lyrics are highly emotive, comforting, and inspiring, as the father addresses his son throughout the song, cherishing the moments they spend together while encouraging him to follow his dreams.
The song begins with the father greeting his newborn son, eagerly anticipating the moment when he can hold him in his arms. The father recognizes that his son will soon grow up and start to explore the world around him. He reassures his son that he can't get into too much trouble because his father will always love him, no matter what. As the song progresses, the father provides advice to his son, urging him to run free and chase after his dreams. He encourages him to trust his heart and to not be afraid to take risks. Finally, he advises his son on the importance of love and relationships, telling him to go after the woman he loves and to always be there for his children just as his father would always be there for him.
The song's message is that the father's love for his son is unbounded and eternal. He acknowledges that his son will face challenges, but he reassures him that if he stays true to himself, he will find his place in the world. Overall, the song is a heartwarming expression of love and a father's desire to see his son live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello son, you're ready to come into the air
Greetings my child, it's time for you to enter this world and start your journey
We can't wait to hold you and rock you to sleep in your rocking chair
We are excited to comfort and nurture you as you sleep in your rocking chair
Before you know it, you'll be standing
Soon enough, you'll learn to stand and become more independent
Crashing 'round the house like bandits all day
You will play and explore around the house with great energy and enthusiasm
You can't get into too much trouble
Don't worry about getting into trouble, we'll always be there for you
Nothing's gonna stop me from loving you always
I will always love you no matter what and will always be there for you
My wild, wild son, run free
My dear son, follow your heart and pursue your passions freely
Ooh, you'll know it when you're where you're supposed to be
You will feel a sense of belonging when you are in the right place at the right time
Ooh, my wild, wild son, run free
My beloved son, follow your ambitions and never be held back
Oooh, you'll know it when you're living out your dream
You will feel fulfilled and content when you are living your dream
Someday when you leave the house
One day when you grow up and leave our home
And the open road calls
And the adventurous spirit calls you to explore the world
Just know your heart won't lie to you
Trust your intuition and listen to your heart, it will guide you in the right direction
If you learn to listen close
If you pay attention and listen carefully to your heart and inner voice
When you meet your queen, go get her
When you find the one you love and want to spend your life with, pursue her with all your heart
Make sure that she knows you'll love her always
Assure your partner that your love for her will never fade or waver
'Fore you know it, your own child's standing
Before you realize it, you will have a child of your own who will also learn to stand and explore their world
You can crash around with them like bandits all day
You can play and have fun with your child all day long, full of energy and joy
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Cloud9
Written by: Armin Van Buuren, Benno De Goeij, Samuel Denison Martin, Stefan Dabruck
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@leonardomezaibarra
Lyrics:
Hello son you’re ready to come into the air
We can’t wait to hold you and rock you to sleep in your rocking chair
Before you know it you’ll be standing
Crashing round the house like bandits
All day
You can’t get into too much trouble
Nothing’s going stop me from loving you always
My Wild Wild Son run free
You’ll know it when you’re where you’re supposed to be
My Wild Wild Son run free
You’ll know it when you’re living out your dream
Someday when you leave the house and the open road calls
Just know your heart won’t lie to you if you learn to listen close
When you meet your queen go get her
Make sure she knows you’ll love her always
Before you know it your own child’s standing
You can crash around with them like bandits all day
My Wild Wild Son run free
You’ll know it when you’re where you’re supposed to be
My Wild Wild Son run free
You’ll know it when you’re living out your dream
@arminvanbuuren
Many people ask me what songs of myself I'm most proud of. All tracks are my babies, but some tracks I just have more of a connection with, simply because of the time I spent on it or the emotion attached to it. In this case, Wild Wild Son is about Sam Martin’s (then unborn) son. I fell so much in love with 'Wild Wild Son' because I recognize the love I feel for my own son! Share your story in the comments 😊
P.S. 👾 Did you know I'm now on Discord? Make sure to join the server! ➡ https://discord.gg/arminvanbuuren
@kushjain7630
Love from 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
@ChristianFlota
Excelente video, me hizo sentir cosas extraordinarias, el amor a un hijo es el amor mas grande que una persona puede tener! Saludos Armin desde Cancun Mexico
@NuNRG
Great track!!!!
(from South Korea)
@florianap.3289
Pure joy and emotions. Thank you for that, dear Armin 🤗
@ariadne.h.h
Armin van Buuren MUCH LOVE FROM 🇨🇱🇨🇱!!! ❤️❤️
BIG LEGEND!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@haris509
My wife and I had our son 16 months ago and this came out right around that time. I still have tears when I hear it. Thank you Armin.
@dennisjoosten2763
I have the same kind of feeling with this song.
The day my son was born, he and his mom had to stay at the hospital that night and i had to go home and heard this song on the radio that night while driving home.
This song reminds me everytime of the birth of my son.
@mariamara999
How cheesy
@pspism
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