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”.
Your Loving Arms
Armin van Buuren Lyrics
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What I am to you,
Sometimes I can't stand the way that I'm acting,
To be part of the things you do,
Often I've asked you for too much of your time,
I've been stealing,
And when I dream of the fear that you're leaving,
I reach out,
Mmmm, oh yeah...
So many times have I asked you to tell me,
That I'm your girl,
Time after time I have needed a reason,
Just to get inside your world,
So many times have I asked you to ask me,
How it feels to love,
And when its love seems the only conclusion,
That I'm guilty of,
Oh baby then you,
Mmmm, oh yeah...
Put your loving arms around me,
And you whisper to me when you,
Put your loving arms around me,
And inside your arms I'm burning,
Put your loving arms around me,
And you whisper to me when you,
Put your loving arms around me,
And inside your arms I'm burning,
I'm burning,
Inside your arms I'm burning,
Yeah burning...
Burning I'm burning,
Inside your arms I'm burning,
Yeah burning...
Oh yeah...
Sometimes the way that you act makes me wonder,
What I am to you,
Sometimes I can't stand the way that I'm acting,
To be part of the things you do,
Often I've asked you for too much of your time,
I've been stealing,
And when I dream of the fear that you're leaving,
I reach out...
So many times have I asked you to tell me,
That I'm your girl,
Time after time I have needed a reason,
Just to get inside your world,
So many times have I asked you to ask me,
How it feels to love,
And when its love seems the only conclusion,
That I'm guilty of,
Oh baby then you,
Put your loving arms around me,
And you whisper to me when you,
Put your loving arms around me,
Mmmm, oh yeah...
The lyrics of Armin van Buuren's song "Your Loving Arms" is about the singer's relationship with their partner, who they deeply love but also have some doubts and insecurities about. The first verse talks about how the singer sometimes questions their place in their partner's life and how they behave in order to fit in with their partner's lifestyle. They worry that they may be asking too much of their partner's time and stealing their attention away from other things. The fear of losing their partner, represented by the line "when I dream of the fear that you're leaving," drives them to reach out and seek reassurance from their partner.
The second verse focuses on the singer's desire to be loved and accepted by their partner. They want to be seen as "your girl" and have a reason to be a part of their partner's world. They wonder what it feels to truly love and be loved in return, and when they realize that their emotions are genuine, they feel "guilty" of being deeply in love. The chorus then comes in with a strong plea for their partner to hold them and whisper sweet nothings in their ear. The physical touch and intimacy make them feel warm and fulfilled, as if they are "burning" inside the arms of their loved one.
Overall, the song explores the complexities of a romantic relationship - the fear, doubts, and insecurities that come with the territory, as well as the intense desire for love and affection. The lyrics are relatable and depict a universal experience, which enhances the song's appeal to listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes the way that you act makes me wonder,
The actions that you take leave me with questions in my mind,
What I am to you,
I question the role I have in your life,
Sometimes I can't stand the way that I'm acting,
I feel conflicted about my behavior towards you,
To be part of the things you do,
I aspire to be a part of your life and share your experiences,
Often I've asked you for too much of your time,
I may have been imposing on your time and energy,
I've been stealing,
I may have been taking more than I should have from you,
And when I dream of the fear that you're leaving,
I wake up with anxiety about the possibility of you leaving me,
I reach out,
I try to connect with you and seek reassurance,
So many times have I asked you to tell me,
I have repeatedly asked you to communicate to me,
That I'm your girl,
That I am special to you and have a place in your heart,
Time after time I have needed a reason,
I constantly seek justification for us being together,
Just to get inside your world,
I want to understand your perspective and share your life,
So many times have I asked you to ask me,
I have asked you to question me and understand my feelings,
How it feels to love,
The sensation of being in love and how it affects me,
And when its love seems the only conclusion,
When I am certain that what I feel is love,
That I'm guilty of,
I feel responsible for the emotions that I have,
Put your loving arms around me,
Hold me close and show me affection,
And you whisper to me when you,
Speak softly to me and convey your love,
Inside your arms I'm burning,
I feel intense passion when I am with you,
Yeah burning...
This burning sensation persists,
Oh yeah...
Expressing excitement and pleasure in the connection we share.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: DAVID HARROW, BILLY RAY MARTIN
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