Born and raised in Florida, DJ Icey first got interested in music in his teens. He was especially fond of early 1980s new wave synth pop, industrial, and hip-hop music. The boom in club music during the late 1980s hooked him and when he began DJing early in the 1990s, he usually played out acid house and funky breaks. He gained his first residency at The Edge a large club in Orlando, Florida, where he is also credited with getting The Chemical Brothers their first US show on July 4, 1993.
Beginnings
Icey states that as a child he was mesmerized by electronic music ever since hearing the synthesizer breakdown on The Edgar Winter Group's "Frankenstein". "My mom had that album and I would play that middle part over and over wondering how they made that sound," Icey recounts. "I was little and thought it was so cool". He went on to study ballet.
Rising to prominence out of the fertile Orlando, Florida electronic music scene, which has spawned such acts as AK 1200, Kimball Collins, Jimmy Van M, Chris Fortier, Jay Skinner and Baby Anne, Icey first cut his teeth at the legendary Edge nightclub in the mid-90s. When the Edge closed in 1996, DJ Icey hit the road and has continued to tour across the United States ever since. In 1997, Icey was discovered by BBC Radio 1 DJ and longtime A&R kingpin Pete Tong and became the first American producer signed to Tong's U.S. label. Icey was also the first American DJ selected to record a prestigious "Essential Mix" for U.S. Release.
Career as a Producer
Icey runs two Indie labels dedicated to producing breakbeat. His first label, Zone Records, released it's first 12" single in 1994 titled "Energy Tracks Volume 1", which was quickly followed by the hard to find "Encyclopedia Funktanica". Both of these records gained a cult following and contributed to Icey's rise in popularity worldwide. Zone Records continues releasing more than a dozen records a year and Icey's second label, Tree Records, follows very closely behind with slightly more eccentric productions. Having performed at respected nightclubs all over the U.S. and with over 200 12" singles under his belt, DJ Icey continues to raise the bar for the breakbeat genre as well as the electronic music scene.
Funny Break
DJ Icey Lyrics
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One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I reach the sky.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I reach the sky.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
[Instrument break]
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
(I touch stars.)
(Touch stars... Touch stars.... )
The lyrics to DJ Icey's song "Funny Break" seem to be about the struggles of choosing between two lovers, and the singer ultimately deciding that only having one lover is enough, even though it drives them crazy. The repetition of the phrase "only one lover, never two loves baby" reinforces this message. The line "I touch stars" may be a reference to feeling like they are reaching for the stars with their choice, or maybe even a reference to the feeling of ecstasy that can come with being in love. The instrumental break in the middle of the song provides a chance for the listener to reflect on the lyrics and dance to the beat.
Overall, the lyrics can be interpreted as promoting monogamy and the idea that having one committed partner is better than trying to juggle multiple love interests. The song "Funny Break" may have been inspired by personal experiences or relationships of the songwriter, or it could simply be meant to be a catchy dance track without much deeper meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
I believe in monogamy and don't want to have multiple romantic partners.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Having one lover is enough for me, but it's still difficult to handle emotionally.
(I touch stars.)
I feel like I'm reaching for the stars or something unattainable when it comes to love and relationships.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
I'm reiterating my belief in monogamy and rejecting the idea of having multiple partners.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Even though one partner should theoretically be enough, it's still challenging to make it work.
(I reach the sky.)
I feel like my desire for love and connection is never-ending and boundless.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
Once again, I'm emphasizing that I only want one romantic partner at a time.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Despite the challenges, I'm committed to pursuing a monogamous relationship.
(I touch stars.)
My quest for love feels almost unattainable and otherworldly.
[Instrument break]
This section doesn't include any lyrics, but is instead an instrumental break in the song.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
I'm once again emphasizing my belief in monogamy and rejecting the idea of multiple partners.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Having just one partner is enough for me, but it's still challenging and overwhelming.
Only one lover, never two loves baby.
I'm reiterating that I'm only interested in pursuing one romantic relationship at a time.
One is enough and it's driving me crazy.
Even though I only want one partner, it's still difficult to handle the emotional challenges that come with a relationship.
(I touch stars.)
Once again, I feel like my desire for love is almost impossible to achieve.
(Touch stars... Touch stars.... )
This repetition of the phrase 'touch stars' could represent the idea that the pursuit of love and connection is ongoing and never-ending.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREW BRAMLEY, NAOMI BEDFORD, PAUL HARTNOLL, PHIL HARTNOLL
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GrimmyTheGreat
You have no idea how long it took me to find this mix. It’s been so long! Thank you!
Patrick Kelly
I used to have this cd it's a classic
GrimmyTheGreat
@Patrick Kelly my uncle had it and someone stole his cd. So when I saw him this mix, it made his day. We both were looking for this for years!
🔥C. L.🔥
SAME!!!
I will see you soon Green
Dj Icey is my fav dj hands down !!! Dope as mix !!❤️❤️❤️
Liquidute
This CD didn't come out of the changer in my car for two years. Jammed at HIGH VOLUME. DJ Icey one of the best old school DJ's, fortunate to see him in the club ~ 2001
Rexasaurus
Rite
I will see you soon Green
My fav of all his stuff !!
FermbizX
Wow, I use to rock this cd all day long! The memories of zoning out to these tunes!!
Rexasaurus
Best cd in 2001 for my beginner raver dayz