Cox was born in Oldham in 1962, to parents originally from Barbados (they later moved back after he grew up). Cox began DJing family get-togethers at the age of eight, selecting records from his parents' stack of soul 45s. He was buying his own records soon after, and owned his first pair of turntables at the age of 15. The rest of his teens was spent making spare money at any event he could DJ; though Cox studied electrical engineering in college, he quit after six months and began working various jobs until he could become a full-time DJ.
Cox had followed the musical trends from disco to rare groove on to hip-hop during the late '70s and early '80s, but the introduction of house into Britain during the middle part of the decade convinced him that he had found his niche. After moving to Brighton in 1986, his reputation bloomed during the acid house explosion of 1988-1989; Cox played the opening night at Shoom, one of the defining club nights of Britain's house revolution (as well as other legendary hot spots like Land of Oz and Spectrum). In front of 15,000 at the 1989 open-air event Sunrise, he unveiled his use of three decks on the mix; that signature technique built him into one of the top DJs of the late '80s and early '90s.
By 1992 Cox had signed an unheard-of long-term production deal with Paul Oakenfold's Perfecto Records and hit number 23 on the British charts with his debut single, "I Want You (Forever)." His second single, "Does It Feel Good to You," also reached the Top 40, and he quickly diversified by setting up his own record label (Worldwide Ultimatum) and an international DJ agency (Ultimate). The onset of a more hardcore rave sound (and the fact that he was increasingly becoming pigeonholed within it) forced Cox to spend several years reestablishing his niche. In a bit of irony, commercial successes like Cox's own steered him away from high-BPM candy-core and toward the still soulful house and techno scene.
Three years after his hit singles, Cox returned with the first volume in what became a genre-defining mix compilation series, F.A.C.T.: Future Alliance of Communications and Tecknology. After the first volume dropped in 1995, surprisingly high sales figures earned a second two years later (released in America as well). One year later, Cox released his first studio full-length with 1996's At the End of the ClichƩ. Mix album The Sound of Ultimate B.A.S.E. followed in 1998, with another studio album, Phuture 2000, appearing in 1999. One year later, he released the self-explanatory Mixed Live, recorded at Chicago's Crobar. A second edition of Mixed Live appeared two years later along with the mix CD Global. The DJ's next busy year was 2004 with the Pure Intec mix CD appearing in August and Cox's entry in the Back to Mine series dropping in November. Second Sign appeared in 2006 with new Cox productions and a diverse set of collaborators, including superstar DJ Norman Cook and Detroit techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson. John Bush, All Music Guide
Phoebus Apollo
Carl Cox Lyrics
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Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
Leave my stuff alone,
The lyrics to Carl Cox's song Phoebus Apollo appear to be a repetitive plea for someone to leave his belongings alone. The repetition of the phrase "Leave my stuff alone" adds emphasis to the message, conveying a sense of frustration and perhaps even desperation. It's possible that the lyrics reflect a personal experience or situation where Cox felt that someone was invading his personal space and taking or using his things without permission. The use of the name "Phoebus Apollo" could also be significant, as Phoebus Apollo is the Greek god of archery, prophecy, and music. Perhaps Cox is calling upon the symbolism and strength of this god to protect his belongings and personal space.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave my stuff alone,
Please do not touch or disturb my belongings, and refrain from taking any action in regards to them without my permission.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am emphasizing the importance of my request for you to not interfere with my possessions.
Leave my stuff alone,
I do not want anyone to tamper with or manipulate any of my personal objects or items without my explicit consent.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am reiterating my plea for others to respect my boundaries and not touch, move or take my belongings without my authorization.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am indicating that it is crucial for me to maintain control over my possessions, and that I do not want anyone else to have access to them.
Leave my stuff alone,
I wish to establish a clear boundary between my personal space and any external forces, and ask that no one touch or move any of my belongings without my explicit and informed consent.
Leave my stuff alone,
This is a direct, straightforward statement requesting that others do not tamper with or manipulate any of my personal items or belongings.
Leave my stuff alone,
My belongings are of great significance and value to me, and I am urging all individuals to leave them undisturbed and in their rightful positions.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am emphasizing the importance of respecting my personal boundaries and not taking actions that would infringe upon my sense of security and control over my possessions.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am setting a clear expectation that my belongings are not to be touched, moved or tampered with by any outside party unless I explicitly grant permission.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am conveying a warning against any unauthorized access to my possessions, and requesting respectful treatment of my personal space and belongings.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am expressing a desire for autonomy and control over my possessions, and requesting that others refrain from interfering with them in any way.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am asserting my ownership and control over my possessions, and asking that no one take any actions that would infringe upon my personal rights and boundaries.
Leave my stuff alone,
I value my privacy and security, and am requesting that others respect my personal boundaries by not touching or moving my belongings without my explicit consent.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am reiterating that no one should disturb or tamper with any of my possessions without my informed and voluntary agreement.
Leave my stuff alone,
I am asserting my right to privacy and control over my personal space, and asking that others do not infringe upon these rights by touching or moving any of my belongings.
Writer(s): Carl Andrew Cox
Contributed by Natalie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Will-Llywelyn
My respect & love to anyone who finds themselves vibing to this ethereal cut
@ElonTrump19
I was living on Oahu and had a green GTI VR6 with a system and there was this trach. It was 1999. This still hits just as hard now.
@marcusschulz2111
...since my youth....ššš
@fiIipebarroso
You know this a great tune when you Shazam it and it doesn't recognize anything.....
@EditName888
Timeless classic
@Deetroiter
I remember when this first released. Timeless track from the golden age of ELECTRONIC MUSIC
@snowgurl21
SLAMMIMG MIX FROM THE KING š CARL COX!!! When life was great!! 80āsā¤
@DJ_TideWave
A timeless masterpiece! I just bought it on vinyl. š
@suzannestoke-sanders8202
No more comments??...not for the conformist. no justin B here... just the life stretchers. .life lovers. ..love brothers...soul sisters and heart riskers. Much love to everyone in need of it. I feel you .
@adadadad790
Fantastic track