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.
Shine
Dave Pearce Lyrics
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You have the strongest Will I've seen
With every step you take you touch my soul
With every breath you will succeed
The soul of an angel
Touched from above
Your Spirit is shining
You'll feel emotions you have never known
There will be questions in your mind
Your sister left your side to help you grow
And now she watches while you shine
The soul of an angel
Touched from above
Your Spirit is shining
Surrounded by love
The lyrics of Dave Pearce's song "Shine" convey a powerful message of encouragement and support. The singer praises the person they are addressing, telling them they have the bravest heart and strongest will. The lyrics speak to the idea that success is not only measured by tangible accomplishments, but also by the strength within one's spirit. The person being addressed is described as touching the singer's soul with every step they take and every breath they take. The lyrics suggest that the person being addressed is on a journey of growth and transformation, but that they have the support and love of those around them.
The second verse of the song speaks to the idea that the person being addressed is special and seemingly touched by an angel from above. Their spirit is described as shining and surrounded by love. The lyrics suggest that this person is not alone on their journey and that they will feel emotions they have never known before. Though there may be questions in their mind, the singer assures the person that they have the support of those who have left their side. Overall, the song speaks to the idea that even in the darkest of times, one can still shine and find success with the help of those who love them.
Line by Line Meaning
You have the bravest heart I've ever known
Your heart is courageous like no one else's I have ever encountered.
You have the strongest Will I've seen
You possess an unbreakable determination and willpower that I have not witnessed elsewhere.
With every step you take you touch my soul
You have a profound impact on me with each step you take, igniting my soul with your presence.
With every breath you will succeed
Your ability to persevere and thrive is unmatched, and every breath you take will only bring more success.
The soul of an angel
You have a pure and divine soul, almost angelic in nature.
Touched from above
Your soul has been blessed and touched by a higher power.
Your Spirit is shining
Your inner strength and radiance are clearly visible to those around you.
Surrounded by love
You are enveloped in an abundance of love and support from those who care about you.
You'll feel emotions you have never known
You will encounter new and intense emotions that you have not experienced before.
There will be questions in your mind
You will have uncertainties and questions that arise in your thoughts.
Your sister left your side to help you grow
Your sibling departed from your side in order to facilitate your personal growth.
And now she watches while you shine
Now, she observes as you radiate and illuminate with your newfound strength and courage.
Writer(s): Richard Louis Simmonds, Stephen Christopher Jones
Contributed by Tristan K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.