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.
Changes
Chris Lake Lyrics
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I don't know if it's wrong or if it's right
And I want you, want you by my side
Everything is gonna be alright
Changes in my life
I won't leave you behind
Changes in my life
Changes in my life
You're always on my mind
Changes in my life
I got you by my side
In life we're always looking
Leave the past behind
We try to see the warnings and read all the signs
Sometimes you gotta take chances
Nothing stays the same
The world will keep on turning
Again and again, again and again
The lyrics to Chris Lake's song "Changes" speak to the universal experience of feeling uncertain and going through a period of change. The opening lines, "There are so many changes in my life, I don't know if it's wrong or if it's right," articulate the confusion that often accompanies transitions. The singer wants someone to be by their side, to offer comfort and support, and reassure them that everything will work out. This idea is repeated several times throughout the song, highlighting the importance of having someone to lean on during times of change.
The chorus, "Changes in my life, I won't leave you behind, changes in my life, you will see in time," underscores the commitment that the singer has made to their partner. The changes that they are experiencing may be scary, but they are determined to weather the storm together. The lines "You're always on my mind, I got you by my side" further reinforce this idea and express the deep connection and love that the singer has for their partner.
The second verse encourages listeners to be proactive about change, rather than just waiting for it to happen. The line "We try to see the warnings and read all the signs" reinforces the idea that change is often predictable, and we can prepare ourselves for it if we pay attention. However, the singer acknowledges that sometimes, we must take a leap of faith and embrace the unknown. "Sometimes you gotta take chances, nothing stays the same," they remind us, emphasizing that change is an essential part of life.
Overall, "Changes" is a reassuring and inspiring song that reminds us to have faith in ourselves and our relationships during times of change. It emphasizes the importance of having someone to share life's ups and downs with, and encourages listeners to embrace change as an opportunity for growth and adventure.
Line by Line Meaning
There are so many changes in my life
My life is going through many transitions
I don't know if it's wrong or if it's right
I'm uncertain if these changes are good or bad
And I want you, want you by my side
I desire your support during these changes
Everything is gonna be alright
I believe that things will turn out fine
Changes in my life
My life is changing
I won't leave you behind
I will not abandon you during these changes
Changes in my life
My life is still changing
You will see in time
You will understand the changes eventually
Changes in my life
My life is constantly changing
You're always on my mind
I'm always thinking about you during these changes
Changes in my life
My life is still changing
I got you by my side
You are supporting me through these changes
In life we're always looking
We are always searching
Leave the past behind
Forget about what's happened before
We try to see the warnings and read all the signs
We attempt to anticipate what's coming next and interpret the clues
Sometimes you gotta take chances
Occasionally, you need to take risks
Nothing stays the same
Everything changes eventually
The world will keep on turning
Life keeps moving forward
Again and again, again and again
Over and over
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music
Written by: ABIGAIL BAILEY, MARK HOEY, CHRISTOPHER LAKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@whatdoesthisbuttondo5647
Good old days, when music was good and made sense, when there were real parties and happy people, I miss those times but at least I'll have something to remember unlike the youth of today
@iacobescuantonio8501
Dude, you made me cry lol, Im not same age as you, but I regret that I wasnt born back in 90 s
@SuperFrancine22
Me marcou muito quando eu tinha meus 16 anos em 2007, passei anos procurando essa música, e ontem quando já estava desistindo, achei ela, foi muita emoção, parece que voltei no tempo.
@louiebritto179
Ela tem uma vibe de algo que já aconteceu né.
@mercuriuz-9697
Melhor época 😔
@melhorespod
Marcou época pra mim tb.. Chris Lake é versátil demais.. vários clássicos fodas..
@Francine Birello : Recomendo tb "Chris Lake Feat. Emma Hewitt - Carry Me Away"
@danilo5693
Eu prefiro a versão do Dirty south 😅
Mas sim essa música é nostalgia pura 😎
@tiagomatias1776
Eu igual, que saudades estes tempos já não voltam mais !!
@hajamaja3224
2020 and i am still come back here .time machine !
@kamilobrok8183
Even in 2021! ;)