Born in Sarajevo, Bosnia September 7, 1980, music first staked its all-important claim in Arnej’s life around age fourteen when an early computer-composed electronica track snagged his interest. What followed was a stretch of exploration and experimentation within the many and various realms of music. Before long, Arnej settled into Euro dance, eventually stumbling upon Psy and Goa trance in the mid-90’s. He devoted his attention to the works of Man With No Name, Astral Projection and Hallucinogen.
At that time, the trance sound – which he would grow so passionate about – was still in the process of establishing an identity. By the late 90’s though, trance had thoroughly carved out its niche in the music world and Arnej’s interest in it expanded accordingly. Entranced by its complex soundscapes and harmonies, he set about taking the journey into music production. Although the road of a producer has had its fair share of bumps and curves, Arnej’s commitment to his craft shows no sign of slowing up, as as evidenced by his ever-growing body of work.
Some of his more notable and successful tracks include: ‘Rendezvous,’ ‘The Ones That Get Away,’ ‘The Return,’ ‘They Always Come Back’ and ’Strangers We Have Become,’ all of which have gotten positive support from the DJ elite, given exposure by such notable as Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Judge Jules, David Guetta, and Paul Oakenfold, among many others.
Arnej has also remixed for some of the most-respected names in trance, including Armin, The Thrillseekers, Mr. Sam, Blake Jarrell and Push, aka M.I.K.E, as well as some of the newer names in trance to pop up in recent years, Evgeny Bardyuzha, Mike Saint-Jules, and Dash Berlin.
Dust In The Wind
Arnej Lyrics
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Who survived?
Somebody new?
Anyone else but you
On a lonely night
A hundred years, we'll be born again
And though I know, since you've awakened her again
She depends on you, she depends on you
She'll go on, and never speak of this again
We depend on you, we depend on you
And though I know, since you've awakened her again
She depends on you, she depends on you
She'll go on, and never speak of this again
We depend on you, we depend (I depend) on you
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I don't know much about your life beyond these warm walls
The fleeting sense of love within these God forsaken homes
And I can hear it in his voice, in every call
This girl who slept a hundred years has something, lift the wall
And though I know, since you've awakened her again
She depends on you, she depends on you
I'll go on, and never speak of you again
We depend on you, we depend on you
And though I know since you've awakened her again
She depends on you, she depends on you
She'll go on, and never speak of this again
We depend on you, we depend on you
And though I know since you've awakened her again
She depends on you, she depends on you
She'll go on, and never speak of this again
We depend on you, we depend (I depend) on you
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The song "Dust in the Wind" by Arnej is a poignant reflection on the fragility of life and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. The opening lines of the song pose a question: "Is anyone there?" This serves as a metaphorical call to the universe, asking if there is anyone out there who can hear our cries and help us make sense of the chaos in the world. The following lines suggest that someone has survived, perhaps suggesting that the listener is the survivor in question.
The lyrics go on to describe a "lonely night" where a burning light offered hope for the future. The reference to "a hundred years" suggests that the singer is looking to the future, imagining a time when the world will be reborn. However, the singer is quick to point out that this rebirth depends on the listener. The repeated refrain that "she depends on you" emphasizes that the fate of the world rests in the hands of the individual.
The song also touches on themes of love and longing. The singer acknowledges that they know little about the listener's life beyond their immediate surroundings, but they can hear the pain and longing in their voice. The reference to "this girl who slept a hundred years" implies that the listener is like Sleeping Beauty, awakened from a long slumber, but unsure of their place in the world. The singer encourages them to take responsibility for their actions, reminding them that "we depend on you" to create a better future for all.
Line by Line Meaning
Is anyone there?
Arnej is questioning whether anyone is listening to his song and paying attention to its message.
Who survived?
Arnej is asking who survived a particular event or situation that he is referring to in the song.
Somebody new?
Arnej wonders if anyone new has emerged since the event or if the same people remain affected by it.
Anyone else but you
Arnej is conveying that the artist feels alone and wants someone to share the burden with.
On a lonely night
The setting described is a lonely and perhaps forlorn one, which might represent the emotional state of the artist.
Was a burning light
The light that the singer remembers might represent hope, guidance, or an important turning point.
A hundred years, we'll be born again
The phrase suggests a sense of renewal, starting anew or rising from the ashes.
And though I know, since you've awakened her again
The artist acknowledges that someone else is responsible for reviving something or someone important that was perhaps forgotten or overlooked before.
She depends on you, she depends on you
The person responsible for the awakening is being reminded of their duty to keep the revived thing or person alive and well.
She'll go on, and never speak of this again
The revived thing or person will continue to exist, but it will not reveal anything about its past or history.
We depend on you, we depend on you
The singer is emphasizing the importance of the person responsible for the awakening and how much they are relied upon.
(I depend) on you
The artist is emphasizing how much he himself depends on the person responsible for the awakening.
I don't know much about your life beyond these warm walls
The singer admits that he doesn't have a comprehensive understanding of the person responsible for the awakening and what their circumstances are like.
The fleeting sense of love within these God forsaken homes
The singer seems to suggest that even in hopeless or seemingly godless places, there is still some kind of love that exists, even if it is brief and fleeting.
This girl who slept a hundred years has something, lift the wall
The singer draws an allusion to the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty, suggesting that the thing or person that was revived has a special quality or is worth uncovering.
Lyrics © Cloud9
Written by: Arney Secerkadic
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Albert Kok [Bitmaster2000]
This is one of the best trance songs out there if you ask me. I have listened to this song for YEARS and I still love it!
darkdreams
what a song, what a memories.. favorite ASOT series, my gosh
XBoyma1
What a beautiful music !
Sergio Holguin
hell yeah this is a very nice clasic!!
Larry Robinson
Dont think you can get much better than this when it comes to trance tbh, i mean how does one get a lead so rich and melodic sounding!? Operatic trance at its best, shame it was only about between 2007 and 2012 though.
James W
absolutely right. trance was named so because it lulls you into a blissful state of mind. this is why I love Arnej's style so much
Fernanda gonzalez
una rola impresionante :)
Jcolhanre
Sunday Morning walk is a great one by Arnej
Larry Robinson
Loved that
Alaattin Gönül
amazin' progressive trance tune..