Brooks' career as a DJ began to progress when he sent his song to twenty random email addresses that could be related to Martin Garrix. To his delight, the song he sent was played by Garrix at a show. Soon after, Garrix contacted and told Brooks of his enthusiasm with his music. Garrix later invited him to his house to work on the "Byte" song. Brooks described the event as a "crazy story" but told he was lucky.
In October 2017, he released the single "Boomerang" with Garrix, who used the alias GRX.
On 22 February 2018, Brooks collaborated with Garrix and David Guetta to release "Like I Do" as a single It was released via What A Music, Big Beat, Atlantic and Parlophone.
In 2018, Brooks was nominated for a prize by SLAM! named "Best Talent 2018"
Voices
Brooks Lyrics
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Speaks so smooth to me
Scarlet lips and silver tongue
So easy to believe
But I can't seem to grow
Can't seem to change my way
While you're in control
Darkness, it will reign
Angel, angel, come
Be gone of this charade
Drown the voices, silent now
At least for another day
But I can't seem to grow
Can't seem to change my way
While you're in control
Darkness, it will reign
Darkness, it will reign
Brooks's song "Voices" is a powerful representation of the internal struggle many of us experience with our own thoughts and emotions. The song is an emotional journey through the mind, and the voices that can either empower or debilitate us. The song begins with the line "The devil on my shoulder, speaks so smooth to me," which is a metaphor for the negative self-talk many of us experience. The "devil" represents those voices in our minds that encourage self-destructive behavior or negative self-talk.
Throughout the song, Brooks contrasts the devil with the voice of an "angel" that encourages growth and change. The lyrics "But I can't seem to grow, can't seem to change my way, while you're in control, darkness, it will reign" showcases the battle between the two voices in Brooks's head. The devil's voice tries to keep him from growing or changing, while the angel's voice tries to push him in the opposite direction.
The chorus, "Angel, angel, come, be gone of this charade, drown the voices, silent now, at least for another day," is a plea for peace from the constant battle within his mind. Despite wanting to drown out the "voices" for the sake of peace, he is still unable to fully overcome the self-doubt and negativity.
Overall, "Voices" is a powerful song that resonates with anyone struggling with their own thoughts and emotions. It's a poignant reminder that we all have the power to choose which voices to listen to and which to ignore.
Line by Line Meaning
The devil on my shoulder
I am struggling with the inner voice that continually tempts me towards evil.
Speaks so smooth to me
This voice sounds appealing and convincing and is hard to ignore.
Scarlet lips and silver tongue
It is difficult to resist this voice, which appears attractive and eloquent.
So easy to believe
I'm finding it challenging to differentiate between what is right and wrong due to the persuasiveness of this voice.
But I can't seem to grow
My character refuses to develop or mature despite my desire to do so.
Can't seem to change my way
I am trapped in a cycle of making the same incorrect decisions over and over.
While you're in control
I'm unable to gain the upper hand as your hold on me is too strong.
Darkness, it will reign
Things will only worsen for me if I continue to listen to this voice, as it will lead me into a deeper, darker place.
Angel, angel, come
I require a guardian angel to protect me from this maleficent voice.
Be gone of this charade
I want this deceitful voice to leave me alone and stop manipulating me and others.
Drown the voices, silent now
I need to silence all the voices inside me to find a peaceful state of mind.
At least for another day
Even if it's just for a brief period, I need temporary relief from the turmoil caused by my thoughts.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOSEPH TANCOCK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tungevaag
ITS A SMASH ❤️
@filosofoemanuel6862
eu amo voce
@rebekakoodziej3247
Spinnin approved 😇
@AniaDrygalska
WTF?!?! Are you really here? 😶😱
@tungevaag
@@AniaDrygalska Yes I am!!! :))
@tungevaag
@@rebekakoodziej3247 For sure! <3
@IllumiMusic
The collab we have all been waiting for is finally out! 😍🔥
@AniaDrygalska
Jesteś wszędzie
@ziulcast
@@AniaDrygalska dziwne że promuje on kanał gdzie wrzuca cudze treści - naprawdę mnie to dziwi
@mr.shocker136
yup but final cut edit is feeling a little bit off
like that catchy transition doesn't fit properly i think