The first DJ to produce an 'End Of Year' megamix and one of the more popular DJs to produce best-selling records, a number of international artists credit him as one of their biggest influences. World-famous DJs and producers, such as Armin Van Buuren and Olav Basoski have cited him as their main reason for entering the music business.
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Going Back to My Roots
Ben Liebrand Lyrics
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To the place of my birth, back down to earth.
I've been standing in the rain,
Drenched and soaked with pain,
Tired of shortime benefits
And being exposed to the elements.
I'm homeward bound, got my head turned around.
Zippin' up my boots, goin' back to my roots, yeah,
To the place of my birth, back down to earth.
Ain't talk in' 'bout no roots in the land,
Talkin' 'bout no roots in the man.
I feel my spirit gettin' old,
It's time to recharge my soul.
I'm zippin' up my boots, goin' back to my roots.
To the place of my birth, back down to earth.
The lyrics of Ben Liebrand's song "Going Back to My Roots" reflect the artist's need to return to his roots and recharge his soul. The first two lines "Zippin' up my boots, goin' back to my roots, yeah, To the place of my birth, back down to earth" convey the message of the artist's desire to return to his home where he can go back to his roots and find solace. He expresses that he has been standing in the rain, drenched and soaked with pain, tired of short-term benefits, and being exposed to the elements. The artist wants to go back to his roots to recharge his soul and rediscover himself.
The lyrics also convey the artist's need to change his attitude towards life. The lines "Ain't talk in' 'bout no roots in the land, Talkin' 'bout no roots in the man. I feel my spirit gettin' old, It's time to recharge my soul," reflect the artist's belief that he needs to change his perspective on life and focus on his inner self rather than the materialistic benefits of the land. By going back to his roots, he hopes to recharge his soul and regain his youthfulness.
Overall, "Going Back to My Roots" is a powerful song that reflects the need to connect with one's roots to find peace and reconnect with oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Zippin' up my boots, goin' back to my roots, yeah,
I am preparing to return to my origin and rediscover my true self.
To the place of my birth, back down to earth.
I am going back to my beginnings to reconnect with my roots and real self.
I've been standing in the rain,
I've been struggling and enduring hardships and setbacks.
Drenched and soaked with pain,
I've been suffering and feeling the consequences of my actions and choices.
Tired of shortime benefits
I'm not interested in superficial and temporary rewards anymore.
And being exposed to the elements.
I'm tired of feeling vulnerable and unprotected against the challenges of life.
I'm homeward bound, got my head turned around.
I am headed back to my true home, with a renewed perspective on life.
Ain't talk in' 'bout no roots in the land,
I'm not referring to my cultural or geographical roots.
Talkin' 'bout no roots in the man.
I'm talking about my personal and spiritual roots, my true essence.
I feel my spirit gettin' old,
I am sensing a loss of vitality, hope, and enthusiasm.
It's time to recharge my soul.
It's time to renew my spirit, energy, and passion.
I'm zippin' up my boots, goin' back to my roots.
I'm taking action to reconnect with my true self and core values.
To the place of my birth, back down to earth.
I'm returning to the source of my being and grounding myself in what's real and meaningful.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LAMONT DOZIER, LAMONT HERBERT DOZIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SteveBilaoTyrell
I have fond memories of producing this track. It had tremendous success in England and in the rest of Europe. Props to my buddy Al Gorgoni who came up with this amazing arrangement.
@IITIMOTHY
You produced this song?
@connora5752
@@IITIMOTHY tbf his name is right there on thr disc
@user-hd3cm6fg1h
I found this last year when I was 27. I hope the younger generations continue to find this kinda magic 🙌
@Martineschido
@@user-hd3cm6fg1h I do sir, I'm 27 now and i can already taste how good this is good to sound on the club!!
@Cgjfinn76
Thank you Steve. Copied this 20 years ago from a tape I found in my dad's van. It brings me back to my youth.
@pasgas12safe58
I was doing plumbing work for a customer today, who left me a key for access. Top of the stairs on a table was a vinyl single...This one!! So I hooked up my phone to Bluetooth and YT & started work with a smile!!😁
I was 18/19 when I heard this all over the place!!👍
Thanks Steve Tyrell🙏
@markfarnon6742
That's a nice comment sir.
@pasgas12safe58
@@markfarnon6742 Thanks brother, I appreciate your comment😉👍
@stephenadams2608
Such a banger. It's a perfect song. That guitar. The baseline. The vocals. The layering. Just perfect.