He started to produce music under the stage name "Basshunter" in 2002 with the computer program Fruity Loops, and released his first albums, The Old Shit (2002) and The Bassmachine (2004), through his own website. In April 2006, he signed with Warner Music, releasing his first single, Boten Anna. In 2007, Altberg released the single Now You're Gone, featuring entirely rewritten lyrics to appeal to a foreign market. The single charted at number one on the UK Singles Chart where it remained for five weeks.
Throughout 2007 Basshunter worked on a new album, Now You're Gone: The Album, which was released in July 2008. Five singles were released from this album (Now You're Gone, All I Ever Wanted, Angel in the Night, I Miss You, and Walk on Water). Another single, I Promised Myself was released in November 2009.
In January 2010 Basshunter was a contestant on the final series of Celebrity Big Brother (UK). He reached the final of the show and finished in fourth place.
In May 2010, the first single from Basshunter's forthcoming fourth studio album, entitled Saturday, was debuted on BBC Radio 1.
Saturday
Basshunter Lyrics
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Outta c-control now, outta c-control now
Chasing down the raving crowd, I see someone acting
Outta c-control now, outta c-control now
Baby, baby, won't you help take it down tonight?
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Baby, baby, c'mon, help me get down tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Ehe, ehe, ehe, 'cause it's Satur-
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday, everybody wants to play
Ehe, ehe, ehe
I like to move it, move it, don'tcha like to lose it?
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
When you're dancin' up to me, girl, you're making me go
Outta c-control now, outta c-control
Now c'mon, show me what you've got, dancin' 'til we're
Outta c-control now, outta c-control now
Baby, baby, won't you help take it down tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Baby, baby, c'mon, help me get down tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday, ain't nobody hestitate
Ehe, ehe, ehe, 'cause it's Satur-
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday, everybody wants to play
Ehe, ehe, ehe
I like to move it, move it, don'tcha like to lose it?
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
We're gonna take over, I feel the beat tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
C'mon, get closer, closer to me tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday, ain't nobody hestitate
Ehe, ehe, ehe, 'cause it's Satur-
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday, everybody wants to play
Ehe, ehe, ehe
I like to move it, move it, don'tcha like to lose it?
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
The lyrics to Basshunter's "Saturday" describe the wild and free feeling of being out on a Saturday night, surrounded by a lively crowd, and losing oneself in the music. The repetition of "outta c-control now" and "tonight, tonight, tonight" emphasizes the sense of abandon and disregard for consequences. The singer is drawn to someone in the crowd who is also acting "outta c-control" and asks them to join in the revelry. The lyrics also reference the popular dance move "move it, move it" and express a desire to let loose and have fun.
The song captures the essence of the carefree and hedonistic spirit of a typical weekend night out, where people shed their inhibitions and enjoy the moment. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody enhance the sense of excitement and energy.
Overall, "Saturday" is a celebration of youthful vitality and the joy of living in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a quarter t-to three, I think I'm going crazy
The singer is losing control of their senses and feels like they're going insane.
Outta c-control now, outta c-control now
The singer is completely losing control of themselves and their situation.
Chasing down the raving crowd, I see someone acting
The singer is following the wild behavior of the crowd around them and has spotted someone acting out of the ordinary.
Baby, baby, won't you help take it down tonight?
The artist is asking for help to calm the situation and bring a sense of order to the chaos they're experiencing.
Cause it's Satur-Saturday, ain't nobody hesitate
Saturday is a day for fun and excitement, and nobody is holding back from indulging in it.
I like to move it, move it, don'tcha like to lose it?
The singer enjoys active and energetic movements and wonders if the listener feels the same way.
When you're dancin' up to me, girl, you're making me go
The singer is being influenced by the energy and motion of the person dancing with them.
We're gonna take over, I feel the beat tonight
The artist is feeling empowered and inspired by the music and atmosphere of the scene.
C'mon, get closer, closer to me tonight
The artist is inviting someone to come and dance with them, to share in the excitement and closeness of the moment.
Cause it's Satur-Saturday, ain't nobody hesitate
Saturday is a day for letting go and enjoying oneself, so nobody is holding back or hesitating in their actions.
I like to move it, move it, don'tcha like to lose it?
The singer enjoys movement and asks if the listener shares the same feeling of excitement and energy.
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
The artist enjoys movement and believes that other people do too.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICH HANSEN, ERICK A. MORILLO, MARK H. QUASHIE, THOMAS TROELSEN, ENGELINA LARSEN
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@LexSar
It's a quarter t-to three
I think I'm going crazy
Out of c-control now, out of c-control now
Chasing down the raving crowd
I see someone acting
Out of c-control now, out of c-control now
Baby, baby won't you help take it down
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Baby, baby c'mon help me get down
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday
Ain't nobody here to take it, it, it
'Cause it's Satur, 'cause it's Satur-Saturday
Everybody wants to play it, it, it
I like to move, it move it, don't you like to lose it
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
When your dancing up to me girl
You make me go out of c-control now, out of c-control now
C'mon show me what you've got,
Dancing 'till we're out of c-control now, out of c-control now
Baby, baby won't you help take it down
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Baby, baby c'mon help me get down
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday
Ain't nobody here to take it, it, it
'Cause it's Satur, 'cause it's Satur-Saturday
Everybody wants to play it, it, it
I like to move it, move it, don't you like to lose it
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
We're gonna take over,
I feel the beat tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
C'mon get closer,
Closer to me tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
'Cause it's Satur-Saturday
Ain't nobody here to take it, it, it
'Cause it's Satur, 'cause it's Satur-Saturday
Everybody wants to play it, it, it
I like to move, it move it, don't you like to lose it
I like to do it, do it, I like to do it, do it
I like to move it, move it, I'm about to lose it
I like to do it, do it, people like to move it
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You're not the only one listening to this in 2023 guys...
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❤❤me
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911
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911
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2024🎉😅
@lukalucic5440
This nostalgia never ends whenever i hear this song! Happy New 2023 to everyone!!!
@djlexero
Even in 2023, this song for me is "New Basshunter" 😄
@tawfikel2341
This one is legit a banger
@FDorian97
Don’t worry! You’re not the only one listening to this masterpiece in 2021.