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.
Secrets In The Dark
Chris Lake Lyrics
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Hold my further, squeeze my hand, lead me to the sound
Yeah this one's for you and this one's for me
I can hear it clearly and I wanna stay
Secrets in the dark, playin' trough my heart
Make me feel alive again,take me to the start
Make me lose my mind, make it lose your soul
Lead me in the dark, blinded of a walk
Guide my hands along the walls, hear the music talk
Yeah that one's for me and this one's for you
I can hear it clearly and I wanna stay
The lyrics of Chris Lake's "Secrets In The Dark" conjure a mood of intimacy and adventure. The song is an invitation to enter into a secret world where the music plays loudly and the darkness cloaks the lovers as they explore its secrets. The opening lines set the tone for the song, as the singer asks their partner to lead them with a tight grip through the darkness and into the sound. The music becomes a vital element in this exploration and is metaphorical of the lovers' connection, as it plays not just loudly but within their hearts.
The powerful emotions evoked by the music fuel the desire to hold onto the intoxicating experience. The chorus reinforces this idea, as the singer begs their partner to take them back to the beginning of their intimacy. The secrets that lie within the darkness represent the unspoken desires and vulnerability that they can reveal to each other, as they let go of their inhibitions and allow the music to lead them. The imagery of a walk in the darkness is used as a metaphor for the journey the lovers take together, trusting each other's touch as they navigate through their shared journey.
Throughout the song, the music takes center stage as the lovers explore their shared desires, and the darkness amplifies the intensity of the moment. The lyrics of "Secrets In The Dark" celebrate the intimacy of a shared secret, created by the intense emotion of the music that ignites their passion.
Line by Line Meaning
Secrets in the dark playin' really loud
Loudly playing hidden experiences that were meant to be kept secret
Hold my further, squeeze my hand, lead me to the sound
Guide me through the darkness and lead me towards the source of the music
Yeah this one's for you and this one's for me
Music that's meant for both the singer and the listener
I can hear it clearly and I wanna stay
The desire to keep listening to the music that's so clear and audible
Secrets in the dark, playin' trough my heart
The music resonating deeply within the singer's heart carrying undisclosed secrets
Make me feel alive again,take me to the start
The music reigniting the singer's lost feelings and memories
Make me lose my mind, make it lose your soul
The music's intensity is enough to help the singer forget their troubles
I can hear it cleary and I wanna go
The music is so clear and mesmerizing, making the singer want to keep listening and go deeper into it
Lead me in the dark, blinded of a walk
Being led through the darkness without sight, trusting the music as a guide
Guide my hands along the walls, hear the music talk
Using music as a guide through the darkness, and allowing it to dictate movement
Yeah that one's for me and this one's for you
The music being personal to both the singer and the listener
I can hear it clearly and I wanna stay
The urge to remain present in the music's presence, enjoying its clarity
Contributed by Harper J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.