An avid producer since 2001, Chris's breakthrough came in 2005. His tracks 'One Too Many' and 'Release' caught the attention of the world's press and A&R bosses, but it was the release of his smash hit 'Changes' that catapulted his name into the record boxes of DJs across the planet.
'Changes' became Radio 1's 'Essential New Tune' twice, reaching number 27 in the national charts and picking up column inches in tabloid papers and magazines; turning the once underground buzzer into a worldwide hit.
Chris's DJ schedule duly sky rocketed and over the past 2 years, he has travelled to all four corners of the globe taking in Asia, South America, USA, Australia and Africa. He has graced some of the biggest clubs on the planet that include Ministry Of Sound, Space, Warung, Spybar and Amnesia together with countless festivals - Global Gathering, Creamfields and the Extrema festival in Holland.
In 2006, Chris set up Rising Music as an outlet for his new productions. Rising swiftly became the benchmark for pure underground house - releases that included 'One Too Many', 'Fantasy' and 'Release' have set the standard, whilst Chris has also shown that his A&R head is amongst the best in the business by signing artists that include Sebastien Leger, Micky Slim and Deadmau5.
Chris's success continued in 2007 with his track 'Carry Me Away' hitting the coveted number one spot on the USA Billboard Dance Chart, thus etching his name into the dance history books and propelling his US profile into the stratosphere.
Further collaborations in 2007 with Deadmau5 on 'I thought inside out' and Sebastien Leger 'Word/Ghost' once again proved Chris's versatility in the studio, and with both productions hitting the Beatport Top spot, Chris continued to cement his status as one of the world's finest producers.
And of course there is the small matter of Chris remixing some of the biggest names in the music scene. Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue, Mark Ronson, Lily Allen, Deadmau5 and the Rogue Traders are amongst some of the names to have received sublime workouts from Chris, and support has been immense; not only from Radio 1, but every major radio station around the world.
Radio 1 has also allowed Chris to show his unrivalled ability in the art of DJ'ing. His Essential Mix in August 2007 was yet another defining step in his career as he unveiled two hours of sublime techno, electro and tech house to keep a worldwide audience of millions captivated. His mix was voted as one of the best since the inception of the Essential Mix series, and reminded everyone why Chris is at the top of his trade.
2008 has seen Chris's profile grow even bigger with his global DJ tours, top quality releases, and an eye for the new media world via his new Podcast series - the latter of which has made i-Tunes' 'new and notable' for the last three months. Meanwhile his stunning track 'Only One' taken from his One E.P has held its place in Beatport's Top 5 for more than two weeks, and is currently climbing the US and Australian dance charts faster than ever.
His latest track doing the rounds is 'If you knew', a track Pete Tong reckons is "sounding like a cross between 'Changes' and the song 'Pjanoo' never had - conventional but huge... and we haven't had a song like this for a while."
Chris shows no signs of slowing down, and with demand for his sound even higher than ever, you can be sure to see his name up in lights for many years to come.
A Drug From God
Chris Lake Lyrics
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Choose your weapon to beat the game
Money is power and art is fraud
And love is just a drug from God
Money, power, beauty, fame
Choose your weapon to beat the game
Money is power and art is fraud
And love is just a drug from God, muah
Money, power, beauty, fame
Choose your weapon to beat the game
Money is power and art is fraud
And love is just a drug from God, muah
And love is just a drug from God, muah
And love is just a drug from God, muah
Money, power, beauty, fame
Choose your weapon to beat the game
Money is power and art is fraud
And love is just a drug from God
Money, power, beauty, fame
Choose your weapon to beat the game
Money is power and art is fraud
And love is just a drug from God, muah
Love is just a drug from God, oh
You wanna cut it like casserole, oh
Bass makin' me deaf, though
And love is just a drug from God, muah
The lyrics to Chris Lake's song A Drug From God express a cynical view of the world and its pursuit of money, power, beauty, and fame. The lyrics suggest that these four things are the weapons we choose to beat the game of life, and that money is a form of power that allows one to succeed through deceit, as art is considered fraud. Lastly, the lyrics compare love to a drug from God, implying that love is just an illusion or temporary high that we are addicted to, perhaps even suggesting that God created love as a form of distraction from the harsh realities of life.
The repetitive nature of the lyrics emphasizes the idea that this is a message that needs to be heard, and that these values are so entrenched in our society that they are almost inescapable. The use of the word "muah" at the end of every chorus adds a tongue-in-cheek quality to the lyrics, conveying a sense of irony and sarcasm.
Overall, the lyrics reflect a disillusioned view of the world that is often seen in popular music, particularly in electronic and dance genres. The lyrics reject traditional values and explore the darker side of human emotion and motivation.
Line by Line Meaning
Money, power, beauty, fame
There are several ways to succeed in life, whether you prioritize wealth, influence, physical attractiveness, or popularity.
Choose your weapon to beat the game
Select the method that works for you to achieve your goals and win at life's challenges.
Money is power and art is fraud
In a society that values wealth and dominance above all else, artistic expression and creativity are often marginalized as inferior or deceitful.
And love is just a drug from God
Romantic love is like a powerful, addictive substance that provides a temporary escape from the harsh realities of life, but ultimately cannot be relied upon as a permanent solution.
And love is just a drug from God, muah
This line serves as a refrain, repeating the message that love is a fleeting, insubstantial form of emotional fulfillment.
Love is just a drug from God, oh
The same as above, but with a slightly different vocal delivery.
You wanna cut it like casserole, oh
This may be interpreted as a metaphor for wanting to experience love in a way that is derived from external influences, rather than from a genuine internal desire for affection.
Bass makin' me deaf, though
This line has no clear connection to the rest of the song's lyrics and may simply be an expression of the artist's personal experience or emotion.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, CTM Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Lake, Claire Elise Boucher, Gita Lake, Ian Massoth
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@chrislakeofficial
I know you all have been waiting for this one... let us know what you think :)
@djskribbl3
Chune of the year!
@AlexEzmaRey
You once again killed it Chris! It’s gonna be on repeat for a while, and I am getting it on Beatport now! Grimes vocals are too damn sexy, such a fire track!
@AlexEzmaRey
@@djskribbl3 chop of the charts!
@djskribbl3
@@AlexEzmaRey I've been waiting since those Fisher videos @chris lake now we wait for 400
@SundaeDriver19
Wow 🇺🇸😶🌫️
@jameshulme651
pov: humanity was wiped out 200 years ago and you are a cyborg at an alien club
@ps5hasnogames55
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@mrzed2614
We are dying to hear Grimes' voice again
@SpankingDisasterSixtyNine
not on this sorry rework