Their first single, the ambient house track "Der Erdbeermund", with a spoken vocal in German by Jo van Nelsen, peaked at number 11 on the German singles chart. Versions in English and French were also released (titled "Cherry Lips" and "Les lèvres cerises", respectively). An instrumental version was also a club hit in the United Kingdom, where it reached number 55.
Shortly afterwards, Culture Beat recruited New Jersey-born rapper Jay Supreme and singer Lana Earl to front the act. While the second single "I Like You" reached number 22 in the Netherlands, their fourth single "No Deeper Meaning" managed to reach as high as number 5 in the Netherlands and number 3 on the Canadian RPM Dance Chart. They released their first album, Horizon, in 1991 which went with only minor success.
Lana was replaced by British singer Tania Evans in 1993, and the act took a harder Eurodance sound. "Mr. Vain" became their biggest hit to date, reaching number-one in 13 countries including Germany, Australia and the United Kingdom. It was also their first mainstream hit in the United States, peaking at No.17 on the Hot 100. The single was certified three times Gold in Germany for selling over 750,000 units, it also managed to reach a Gold status in several other countries including US.
Subsequent singles "Got to Get It" and "Anything" were also pan-European hits, and their second album Serenity was awarded at the ECHO award for being the Best-selling German Act Abroad, with more than two million copies sold. This also got Torsten Fenslau nominated in the same year at the Echo for being the Best Producer of the Year, who also walked away as a winner.
On November 6, 1993, Culture Beat's founder Torsten Fenslau was killed in a car accident in Messel (district of Darmstadt) at age of 29. His brother Frank Fenslau took over the act as producer and manager.
The group returned the act in 1995 with a third album called Inside Out, preceded by a single of the same title "Inside Out" which reached number 5 in Germany and number 32 in the UK.
In 1997, Frank decided to take Culture Beat in a different musical direction diverging the act from the Eurodance sound into a more commercial pop sound. He also replaced Tania with Kim Sanders, who had previously scored a hit with "Impossible" by Captain Hollywood Project. Jay Supreme remained with the act for a short time after Tania's departure, but during recording of the next album he decided to leave the group and the Rap-vocals on the next album (only a few tracks contained Rap) were produced by rapper Next Up. Although, in 1998, the album Metamorphosis managed to reach No.12 at home, it was a minor chart success as it remained in the top-20 of the album chart for only four weeks, and spent overall 10 weeks appearing on the chart.
Three years later, Jacky Sangster replaced Kim as the fourth female lead singer for Culture Beat. The single called "Insanity" was released in 2001 which flopped in Germany; however, reached No. 1 in Israel. In 2003, to commemorate ten years since the release of the group's biggest hit, a new version of "Mr. Vain" was issued in Germany and reached No.7 in the singles chart. In 2004, a Greatest Hits package was released ahead of a planned new album with Jacky as vocalist, but was canceled before "Can't Go on Like This (No No)" was released. This single had minor success as well.
In January 2013, a compilation album was released, "The Loungin' Side of", which contains acoustic and lounge versions of hits taken from Inside Out and Metamorphosis.
Official website: http://www.culture-beat.com
World in Your Hands
Culture Beat Lyrics
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You can walk on the water, shine like a diamond
Ring the bells of fortune if you dare
You can make any move that you want to make
Take everything that you can if you dare
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Stress on my mind, think I'll end it all, people tell me to stand tall
But I don't want to live, got nothing to give and I'm tired of hitting walls
They don't understand from where I come, my past not a pretty one
Scars, never stars, now I'm ready to quit and let this life be done
Some tell me to hold on, tell me to be strong, but the battle's too long
No fight left in me, but they don't comprehend that my will is all gone
Nothing to grasp, hope is past and my faith is in the trash
So save the love that you think I need, I'm going out with a blast
[Chorus:]
Troubles got me down, never got a break, just pain and heartache
Not looking for a reason to go on, no more, I've had all I can take
I'm tired of the same old thing, same old scene, death must now be king
I give up, I don't want to live up to the wicked hopes of society
Some say excel, but I still fail so well, just call me a pro
Reasons for failing, truth be known, I really don't care to know
It?s time to move on, time to be gone, farewell to my king
Just want to end this losing trend with a bullet and a shot of gin
[Chorus:]
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
The lyrics of Culture Beat's "World in Your Hands" reflect a feeling of hopelessness and despair from the singer's point of view. The chorus emphasizes that despite the fear and uncertainty of life, one can still exert control over their life and destiny. The chorus delivers a reassuring message that encourages listeners to take charge of their lives and not let fear and doubt dictate their actions. The phrase 'just think the world is in your hands' is a powerful affirmation that if you believe in yourself and your capabilities, anything is possible.
The first verse describes the singer's feelings of despair, hopelessness, and the desire to quit a life that has dealt them a terrible hand. The singer feels unsupported and unable to overcome the obstacles in their life. They have lost faith in themselves and the world around them. The second verse delves deeper into the reasons for the singer's despair, detailing their struggles and failures. They feel that their efforts have been futile, and they have no reason to continue trying. The lyrics paint a picture of a person at the end of their rope, with nothing left to live for.
Overall, the lyrics of "World in Your Hands" encourage listeners to harness their inner strength and take control of their lives. The song acknowledges the difficulties and pain experienced by many people, but ultimately it argues that the world is in our hands, and we must have faith in our abilities to effect change.
Line by Line Meaning
You can walk on the water, shine like a diamond
You have the ability to achieve impossible things and stand out brightly among others.
Ring the bells of fortune if you dare
You can obtain great wealth and success if you are courageous enough to take risks and pursue your dreams.
You can make any move that you want to make
You have the freedom to make your own choices and take your life in whatever direction you choose.
Take everything that you can if you dare
You have the opportunity to claim all that you desire, but it requires bravery to take those risks and manage any consequences.
Just think the world is in your hands
You have power and control over your life and the world around you. It's up to you to make the most of it and pursue your dreams.
Stress on my mind, think I'll end it all, people tell me to stand tall
I am overwhelmed by stress and considering suicide. Although others encourage me to be strong amid my struggles.
But I don't want to live, got nothing to give and I'm tired of hitting walls
I have lost my will to live, feel hopeless, and exhausted fighting the same problems and obstacles.
They don't understand from where I come, my past not a pretty one
Others don't comprehend my struggles and the pain from my difficult past.
Scars, never stars, now I'm ready to quit and let this life be done
My past traumas and failures overshadow my successes, and I feel ready to end my life.
No fight left in me, but they don't comprehend that my will is all gone
I lack the strength to keep fighting, but others don't realize that I have lost all hope and motivation.
Nothing to grasp, hope is past and my faith is in the trash
I can find no hope or faith in my situation or future prospects.
So save the love that you think I need, I'm going out with a blast
Please don't try to save me with love or affection as I am determined to end my life.
Troubles got me down, never got a break, just pain and heartache
My life has been filled with struggles, and I have never experienced a moment of respite from the pain and heartache.
Not looking for a reason to go on, no more, I've had all I can take
I don't want to keep going on, I have reached my limit, and I can not endure any longer.
I'm tired of the same old thing, same old scene, death must now be king
I am exhausted from a life of monotony and pain, and I am ready to embrace death as the only relief.
I give up, I don't want to live up to the wicked hopes of society
I am done trying to meet society's expectations for me and would instead give up and surrender to my misery.
Some say excel, but I still fail so well, just call me a pro
People advise me to succeed, but I always fail. I have accepted my failures and want to embrace them fully.
Reasons for failing, truth be known, I really don't care to know
I acknowledge my failures, but I do not want to understand the reasons behind them or try to improve them.
It?s time to move on, time to be gone, farewell to my king
It's time to depart from this world, bid farewell to life, and accept death as my new king.
Just want to end this losing trend with a bullet and a shot of gin
I want to end my cycle of losses and failures with a self-inflicted gunshot wound and a sip of gin.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAY SUPREME, NOSIE KATZMANN, PETER ZWEIER, TORSTEN FENSLAU
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sshender3773
Truly one of the most underrated and best masterpieces of a genre that's generally (and deservingly) known for its superficial and positive lyrics. This one doesn't even attempt to hide the desperation and hopelessness and I adore it for that reason as it perfectly strums the strings of my soul (that came out very pompous, so sorry about that..)
There are very few other tracks that come to mind, from Eurodance artists, as melancholic as this one, so here are a few:
1. Magic Affair - Homicidal (an amazing track by AK SWIFT) with a very haunting riff.
2. Maxx - Suddenly
3. C-Block - Strung Out (Euro-rap really, but still)
4. DC Project ft. Alexa - Mary's Prayer (used to be my go to tune when depression really set in).
5. DJ Bobo - There's a Paradise.
6. Captain Hollywood Project - Only With You (brings me to tears each time I hear it).
7. Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathy (not Eurodance but I just had to mention it)
8. Everything but the Girl - Missing (Todd Terry Remix)
9. Roger Sanchez - another chance
@jorgebutrongalindo8047
You can walk on the water, shine like a diamond
Ring the bells of fortune if you dare
You can make any move that you want to make
Take everything that you can if you dare
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Stress on my mind, think I'll end it all, people tell me to stand tall
But I don't want to live, got nothing to give and I'm tired of hitting walls
They don't understand from where I come, my past not a pretty one
Scars, never stars, now I'm ready to quit and let this life be done
Some tell me to hold on, tell me to be strong, but the battle's too long
No fight left in me, but they don't comprehend that my will is all gone
Nothing to grasp, hope is past and my faith is in the trash
So save the love that you think I need, I'm going out with a blast
You can walk on the water, shine like a diamond
Ring the bells of fortune if you dare
You can make any move that you want to make
Take everything that you can if you dare
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Troubles got me down, never got a break, just pain and heartache
Not looking for a reason to go on, no more, I've had all I can take
I'm tired of the same old thing, same old scene, death must now be king
I give up, I don't want to live up to the wicked hopes of society
Some say excel, but I still fail so well, just call me a pro
Reasons for failing, truth be known, I really don't care to know
It?s time to move on, time to be gone, farewell to my king
Just want to end this losing trend with a bullet and a shot of gin
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
Think the world is in your hands
Just think the world is in your hands
@nickpopov5051
Ты можешь ходить по воде, сиять, как бриллиант,
Звонить в колокол судьбы, если ты хочешь.
Ты можешь ходить везде, где желаешь,
Взять всё, что ты хочешь, если ты хочешь.
Наверно, мир в твоих руках,
Весь этот мир в твоих руках,
Этот мир в твоих руках,
Весь этот мир в твоих руках,
Сумбур в моей голове,
Когда уже кончится всё это.
Мне говорят: «Подожди рассвета».
Но я не хочу жить,
Я хочу всё забыть,
И я устал ждать тёплого лета.
Они не понимают,
Какой была дорога,
И в прошлом всего было много:
Поражения и победы,
Но я готов всё бросить.
И пусть смерть подводит итоги.
Мне говорят: «Подожди
Всё ещё там впереди!»
Но бесконечны дожди…
Я опустел – ничего
Не осталось во мне,
И кто был со мной – ушли.
Ничего не понять, нет…
Надежда не оставляет след,
И моя вера – в хлам.
Нужно сохранить любовь,
Я думаю, что ты сможешь,
И я ухожу в яркий свет.
Вся жизнь – борьба, война,
Полностью не вздохнуть.
Только страдание, боль.
И я не ищу причин,
Чтобы дальше идти,
Я отыграл свою роль.
Недостижимым был мой идеал
Боже, как я устал…
И теперь кончен бал…
Я сдаюсь,
Я уже не вернусь.
И я, наверно, всё проиграл…
Я пытался,
Бился, старался,
Но, увы, значит – всё зря.
И мне остаётся только ждать,
Когда горизонт ярко вспыхнет –
Когда взойдёт заря.
Время идти туда,
Где яркая звезда,
Последняя строчка.
Это просто финал,
Я так сильно устал –
Выстрел поставит точку.
@ROSHANMANILAL-xn7tx
One of the best songs ever written
@user-bb5ds3bg8k
This song is magic. It twists me up entirely, gives me chills down on my spine! And I feel as though I had been teleported back to the 90's
@aaronm8694
I won the state finals discus and javelin in 1997 listening to this while I waited. Probably the crispest memory of 90's high school I have. Absolute clarity moment, I just felt like on that day with the sun shining, a cool breeze about 24 degrees, my best friends around me, great coach, the smell of eucalypt trees and my crush winning her sprint events and this album copied from my older bros CD onto my minidisc player.....there was no way I could lose that day. It was perfect. A perfect day.
@ROSHANMANILAL-xn7tx
Well done
@hirmusants
the darkest track of all eurodance, haunting and brilliant
@paulheinrichdietrich9518
What about Darknesses "In my Dreams"?
@brandonmoore7497
@RV I agree
@ROSHANMANILAL-xn7tx
Agreed a brilliant song that I still love 30yrs on
@technocaja
4ever, Culture Beat, pure classic!
@roshanmanilal5315
Brilliant song .more exposure! 25years on still loving it