Beetles has described his sound as "dark and robotic," while trying to remain "funky and gangster" and "dirty," and has mentioned the significant influence hip-hop has had on his music. He has cited a wide range of musical inspirations, including Wu-Tang Clan members RZA and Method Man.
In 2009 alone, Datsik had 7 number one releases on Beatport, and he has had successful vinyl sales on many other sites such as Chemical Records, Red-Eye, and Juno.
The stage name "Datsik" was inspired by his former Xbox Live Gamertag, which was itself inspired by Russian MMA fighter Viacheslav Datsik.
In March 2018, Beetles was accused of sexual assault spanning multiple years, resulting in public backlash and cancellation of all Datsik appearances at upcoming shows and festivals. He officially stepped down from his label Firepower Records.
In mid-2020 Datsik returned to the music scene by uploading 4 songs to his soundcloud page, and at the end of the year he uploaded a fifth song dubbed "Year of The Dragon". Troy has however not publicly released an album or gotten signed to any labels as of yet.
Pressure Plates
Datsik Lyrics
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Let's go
Let's go
Let's go
Let's go
Let's go
Let's go
Let's go
Let's go...
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Let's go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Let's go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
I have been waiting all night, to get out on the floor
And get weighed down by the pressure
Pressure...
I have been waiting all night, to get out on the floor
And get weighed down by the pressure
Lets go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go, go, go...
Pumpin the pressure
Pu-pu-pu pumping the pressure
Iv'e been waiting all night
I have been waiting all night, to get out on the floor
And get weighed down by the pressure
The song "Pressure Plates" by Datsik is an upbeat and energetic electronic dance music (EDM) track that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and dance. The repetitive use of the phrase "let's go" serves as a call to action, urging listeners to join in and be a part of the music. The lyrics speak to the power of music to create a sense of release and togetherness, as the singer describes waiting all night to get on the dance floor and feel the weight of the pressure that comes from the music. The chorus, which features the repeated phrase "pu-pu-pu pumping the pressure," emphasizes the intensity of the music and the sense of excitement that comes with dancing to it.
In many ways, "Pressure Plates" is a celebration of the power of EDM to bring people together and create a sense of community. The driving beat and pulsing rhythms of the song are designed to get people moving and let loose, creating a sense of shared experience that transcends individual differences. The lyrics speak to the importance of living in the moment and letting go of one's inhibitions in order to fully embrace the power of the music.
Overall, "Pressure Plates" is a high-energy anthem that celebrates the power of EDM to bring people together and create a sense of release and togetherness. Its pulsing rhythms and driving beat are designed to get listeners moving and dancing, while its lyrics speak to the transformative power of music in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's go
Expressing excitement and eagerness to start something
Go, go, go, go, go
Encouraging action or movement with urgency
I have been waiting all night, to get out on the floor
Expressing anticipation to participate in the activity
And get weighed down by the pressure
Feeling the weight and intensity of the challenge or competition
Pressure...
Highlighting the overarching theme of the song, which is pressure
Pumpin the pressure
Intensifying the pressure and hype around the activity
Pu-pu-pu pumping the pressure
Adding an extra emphasis on the pressure
Writer(s): Troy Beetles
Contributed by Mason D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kingspud1983
I just attended your performance in Kansas City and you totally changed my life. I had never even been to an EDM concert before but now I'm hooked for life. Thank you.
@basstiyofficial67
3:11 the best moment ))))
@jpferri4352
All the pressure is in that second drop
@lycansound8037
Jp Ferri Fucking sexy drop
@canttReid
Jp Ferri I see you everywhere. You go to any festivals?
@jpferri4352
tim sadly no
@appleheaddefender
Lycan Music ugh indeed
@auzuri8967
I can
@MsJVMrtnz
It’s sad that you won’t be producing music anymore :( you’re one of my faves and will always be. I remember seeing you for the first time live at EDC 2012 while celebrating your birthday.Will miss you a lot Troy!
@jackcalkins4232
Jacque_V why doesn’t he make music anymore?