Dave Pearce is a British dance DJ and record producer, who has played gigs … Read Full Bio ↴Dave Pearce is a British dance DJ and record producer, who has played gigs across the UK and the world, although he is perhaps best known for his work in radio. He currently works for the BBC 6 Music. He formerly presented the long-running Dance Anthems show on BBC Radio 1, which was for most of its time aired on early Sunday evenings before moving to late Friday nights in its final year. His last show on BBC Radio 1 was broadcast on Friday 26 September 2008. He has brought several sayings into the world of dance including "putting on your trance trousers" when he plays a trance record, "roll another fat one" meaning to play another great record. He is also known for his cry of "Oi Oi!" from the DJ booth. Pearce now broadcasts Dance Anthems on BBC 6 Music.

Pearce joined BBC Radio 1 in April 1995, taking over the weekday early-breakfast show from Bruno Brookes. He took over the weekend mid-morning slot in October the same year. February 1997 saw Pearce taking over weekend breakfast and on October 13 the same year, he went on to present the drivetime show from Kevin Greening, who had taken over Breakfast, alongside Zoe Ball. In addition to drivetime, Pearce took over the Dance Anthems show on Sunday evenings. In October 1998 Chris Moyles took over the drivetime show and Pearce began presenting a Monday - Thursday evening show from 6-8pm entitled The Late Drive. This show was axed in 2004.

Dave Celebrated 10 years of dance anthems in August 2007. The 5 hour special Dance Anthems show included input from Pete Tong, Judge Jules and a phone in from Tiesto.

His first show on 6 Music was broadcast on Sunday 5 October 2008 from 8pm to 10pm, playing dance music from the last 30 years. Noel Gallagher was the first celebrity guest to pick his favourite dance anthem, which was "Strings of Life" by Rhythim is Rhythim. Pearce has also presented occasional shows on BBC Radio 2.

In late 2008 Dave Pearce launched a weekly podcast - Trancecast - which focuses on his interest in trance. It features upfront tracks as well as a weekly guest mix.

Another Chance
Dave Pearce Lyrics

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If I had another chance tonight
I'd try to tell you that the things
We had were right [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight
I'd try to tell you that the things

We had were right [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight
I'd try to tell you that the things
We had were right [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight [Repeat: x 4]

If I had another chance tonight
I'd try to tell you that the things
We had were right [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight
I'd try to tell you that the things
We had were right [Repeat: x 2]

If I had another chance tonight [Repeat: x 4]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dave Pearce's song "Another Chance" speak to the regret and longing for a second chance to make things right in a past relationship. The singer expresses a desire to go back in time and communicate feelings that were not properly conveyed before. The repetition of the phrase "If I had another chance tonight" emphasizes the urgency and desperation in wanting to rectify the mistakes made.

The singer acknowledges that the things they had with their partner were right, indicating that there was a genuine connection and love between them. However, due to some unspecified circumstances, the relationship did not work out. Hence, the lyrics become a plea for an opportunity to correct past missteps and express the depth of their emotions.

The repetition of these lines throughout the song creates a sense of emotional weight and vulnerability. The soft, soothing melody enhances the sentimental atmosphere, evoking a wistful longing for a chance to reconcile and reignite the flame that once burned brightly.

Overall, "Another Chance" conveys a universal sentiment of wishing for an opportunity to make amends and find closure in a past relationship, resonating with anyone who has experienced regret and the desire for a second chance at love.

Line by Line Meaning

If I had another chance tonight
Given the opportunity to go back in time, if I were granted another opportunity tonight

I'd try to tell you that the things
I would make an effort to communicate and inform you about the aspects

We had were right
The relationship and experiences we shared were correct, appropriate, and valid

If I had another chance tonight [Repeat: x 2]
Given the opportunity to go back in time, if I were granted another opportunity tonight

If I had another chance tonight
Given the opportunity to go back in time, if I were granted another opportunity tonight

I'd try to tell you that the things
I would make an effort to communicate and inform you about the aspects

We had were right
The relationship and experiences we shared were correct, appropriate, and valid

If I had another chance tonight
Given the opportunity to go back in time, if I were granted another opportunity tonight

I'd try to tell you that the things
I would make an effort to communicate and inform you about the aspects

We had were right
The relationship and experiences we shared were correct, appropriate, and valid

If I had another chance tonight [Repeat: x 4]
Given the opportunity to go back in time, if I were granted another opportunity tonight

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROGER SANCHEZ, STEVEN LEE LUKATHER

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