Baron won a Wawela Music Award for ‘Best Male Artist & Composer’ and was nominated for ‘Best Soundtrack in a Feature Film or Theatric Documentary’. The awards applaud South Africa’s international breakout tunes that go beyond borders to achieve success on a global scale.
With a songwriting ability that has led him to become very sought-after in the music industry, he has written songs for other artists and corporates alike.
DB’s sound ranges from inspirational and meaningful ballads to edgy pop/rock tunes with elements of electronica.
Baron is also known for his radio hits ‘Paint My Blue Sky’, ‘Different Feeling’ (Debuted on BBC Radio 2), ‘A Lion’s Heart’ (Written for his cousin who was a Cancer victim) and ‘See Thru’ ft. Lize (Reached #12 on Take40SA).
In the US he has gained the attention of various producers for film and music alike. He penned and recorded 3 songs for the international feature documentary film STUCK (‘Wrongfully Detained’, ‘Both Ends Burning’ & ‘Failure To Thrive’. His music has also received recognition from the highly acclaimed Patrick Magneralla (Manager of Green Day and Goo Goo Dolls). Daniel has toured the country and performed to vast audiences and corporates. He has also performed in the US, UK and Switzerland.
“I write music to move people.”
He was born in Johannesburg and has been singing since a very young age. Daniel is a self taught musician on drums, bass and piano – he has never attended lessons – and his ear for music has led him to become a skilled singer/songwriter. Over the years he has performed in restaurants, theatres, jazz bars and clubs. He finished high school in 2009 which is the same year he competed in Simon Fuller’s ‘South African Idol’. He placed 9th in the competition, which led him to huge opportunities such as local performances, sponsors and even an international gig. His style is a mix of pop and rock, but can’t be limited to a single genre because of his countless influences and wide appreciation of music. Growing up with a vast spectrum of musical genres, from the rock sounds of U2, Def Leppard and Journey – to the pop beats of Michael Jackson, Prince and the Bee Gees – to this day he aspires to make music with the emotion that radiated from those songs. “Every kind of music I hear influences me in one way or another.” Daniel mentions “… I write music to move people.” And with his distinctive voice, unique sound, profound lyrics, and rockstar live performances with his band you are bound to be moved.
He is a prolific songwriter, having penned 3 songs for the soundtrack of the upcoming film STUCK, including the main feature theme song – he is also featured in the music video which was filmed in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Among other projects, Daniel co-wrote the hit afrikaans song, “Liefde Soldaat” which is performed by the SA boy band ‘Adam’. He has also collaborated with SA rap star Obita. Daniel has been in and out of the studio since 2005, and has worked with top producers such as Darryl Torr (Zebra and Giraffe) and well-known artist/producer, Kreesan. He recorded his EP album, “Paint My Blue Sky”, with highly rated SA producer Myles Shannon. He is currently working with the producer responsible for his smash singles, “Different Feeling” & "So Much More", Brendan Campbell. On a whole new front, he has composed songs and jingles for a number of large corporate companies. Daniel is always writing and recording new material.
His music is available for download on iTunes, Amazon and RhythmRecords.co.za.
For more information about the worldwide documentary that Daniel is a part of go to www.bothendsburning.org
Euphoria
Daniel Baron Lyrics
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God knows that I'm here and heaven ain't faraway
I don't want this to go to waste
Hurt me cause I love the pain
The mercury's rising in my veins
Euphoria
Euphoria
Euphoria
Now I'm stepping outside of myself
With your heavenly body that I know so well
Take my heavy metal heart to melt
Cos I don't want no body else
This waves getting higher than I've ever felt
Euphoria
Euphoria
Euphoria
You for me
Me for you, you for me yeah
Euphoria
You for me
Me for you, you for me yeah
Euphoria
Euphoria
Euphoria
The lyrics to Daniel Baron's song "Euphoria" convey a sense of transcendence and intense pleasure. The opening lines, "I can't get any higher in this place, God knows that I'm here and heaven ain't faraway," suggest a desire to escape the limitations of the current situation and reach a state of euphoria. The singer longs for something greater, beyond what is currently attainable, and believes that heaven is within reach.
The line "Hurt me cause I love the pain" implies a willingness to endure emotional or physical pain in order to fully experience the ecstasy of euphoria. It suggests a masochistic quality, where the pleasure derived from the experience supersedes any temporary discomfort.
The chorus, repeating the word "Euphoria," emphasizes the central theme of the song. Euphoria is presented as the ultimate goal, a state of bliss and elation that the singer desires to achieve. It represents a heightened level of joy and ecstasy that goes beyond ordinary human experience.
The second verse introduces a romantic element, with the mention of a heavenly body that the singer knows well. This could refer to a lover or a significant other who brings them immense happiness and contributes to their euphoric state. The line "Take my heavy metal heart to melt" suggests surrendering to the intensity of the emotions associated with euphoria, allowing oneself to be consumed by its power and transformative effects.
Overall, the lyrics of "Euphoria" speak to a longing for something greater, a pursuit of intense pleasure and emotional transcendence. It explores the duality of pain and pleasure, suggesting that sometimes one must endure discomfort in order to attain euphoria.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't get any higher in this place
I feel like I have reached the peak of happiness in this situation and cannot experience any more joy.
God knows that I'm here and heaven ain't faraway
I believe that even though I am physically present here, spiritually I am connected to a heavenly realm.
I don't want this to go to waste
I wish to fully embrace and make the most of this euphoric state I am currently experiencing.
Hurt me cause I love the pain
I am willingly accepting pain or emotional distress because it intensifies my feelings of love and pleasure.
The mercury's rising in my veins
My excitement and exhilaration are increasing rapidly, flowing through me like a surge of heated mercury.
Euphoria
A state of intense happiness and pleasure.
Now I'm stepping outside of myself
I am disconnecting from my own self-awareness and immersing myself in the present moment.
With your heavenly body that I know so well
Being intimately acquainted with your physical form, I am captivated by its divine beauty and allure.
Take my heavy metal heart to melt
Allow your love and affection to soften the hardened and guarded nature of my heart.
Cos I don't want no body else
Because I desire and cherish only your presence and companionship, and no one else's.
This wave's getting higher than I've ever felt
The intensity of this emotional surge is surpassing any previous encounters and reaching unparalleled heights.
You for me / Me for you, you for me yeah / Euphoria
We are mutually invested in each other's happiness and find joy in this reciprocal dynamic, creating a state of euphoria.
Euphoria
A state of intense happiness and pleasure.
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