Demi Riquísimo:
In a relatively short career spanning just over five years, Demi has done things his way. Wherever he plays the result is the same, and the worldwide audience cannot help but take notice. With his playful audacity and boisteros approach, Demi exuberates only what some DJs can only dream of behind the decks, and this is really ONLY the start for the young Londoner.
His diversity in his performance are both consistent and memorable, always striving to create the whole picture whether over a 2 or 10 hour set. Often found to maintain a steady tempo, Demi works a lot more with the internals of a track to make it 'feel' faster. He knows exactly what he’s doing in terms of creating a journey. This organic approach is never over-thought or planned out, but just oozes out of him very naturally and successfully. It is his humbleness and boundless energy which feeds off anybody who comes across this young man.
Demi’s meteoric rise has been down to a combination of sheer hard work, talent and luck. But as Demi says, “you make your own luck”
Since making his debut holding down an exclusive summer residency in one of Indonesia’s biggest venues at Double Six, and reaching the final of Cream’s Resident competition in 2002, Demi is now in-demand globally from promoters and a host of the elite DJ's requesting to have him perform alongside them.
Highlights include his much publicised visits spinning with Tenaglia in NYC, Miami WMC and most recently in London where both wowed the audiences at Heaven. Pacha debut alongside Laurent Garnier and Tong which had Tong stating on record in DJ Magazine, saying his set was the best warm-up set he’d heard in 2004.
On top of this, spell-binding performances at world reknowned venues such as Cavo Paradiso, Crobar NYC, Avalon and at his Deeper Substance London residency among others have all not gone unnoticed –
He received two separate nominations for `Best Newcomer` and `Breakthrough DJ` at the 2004 DJ Pacha Awards and House Music Awards 2004. Demi is widely acknowledged as being one of the rising stars in the global dance music community.
Demi's DSR label will be showcasing his long awaiting original material which have already featured on some high profile compilations this year alone.
There is some outstanding music to follow as well from the 16bit Lolitas, Shafunkers, B.Original and Harry Peat. This is just the beginning.
Along with the original material comes the string of remixes which have been carefully selected. Whilst many artists are churning out remixes by the dozen, Demi's selective approach to remix work is simply quality not quantity.
A chance meeting with Trifactor from LA led them to collaborating on one of their favourite David Bowie tracks. "Lets's Dance not only received global support from the DJ's but was also picked up by EMI who released the single on their ‘Club Bowie’ remix compilation.
Demi has also finished up a remix of Mashtronic's Supernova which will be released on the excellent SexonWax label and also another remix under his alternative Shepherds guise for Rob da Bank's Sunday Best label called Plastic Operator - Folder.
With so many years ahead of him it’s scary to think how good Demi is going to get. If his career as a DJ is set, he is still warming us up……
WHEREITHURTS
Demi Lyrics
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Oh oh
Kahit sabihin pa na come back to me
Oh
Di na ata tama na
Sa'yo pa tumatama
'Wag na natin sariwain mga natapos na
Pero ngayon bakit nandito pa
Ikaw na rin ang dahilan kung bakit busy na
Ikaw na rin ang dahilan kung ba't kumikinang
Ba't di mo kaya pa kong lubayan
Oh
I don't wanna leave you alone
Hinahanap ang sagot sa'yo or something like
Gano'n parin ba aking contact name
'Cause nung nawala ka things were not the same
Wag nang maaning
Kahit takot 'di alam san 'to parating na na
Sabihin mo na sana
Tell me where it hurts now baby
Why you callin' up my phone now baby
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung bakit busy na
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung ba't kumikinang
Nandito na ko sa tapat (nandito na ko sa tapat)
Ba't di ka pa rin lumabas
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung bakit busy na
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung ba't kumikinang
Tell me where it hurts now baby
Why you callin up my phone now baby
Oh
The lyrics to Demi's song "WHEREITHURTS" express a deep sense of longing and confusion in a relationship that has ended but still lingers in the singer's heart. The opening lines convey a sense of resignation and acceptance that the love they once shared will never be the same again. The repetition of "Oh oh" suggests a feeling of sadness and inevitability in realizing this truth. The plea to "come back to me" indicates a desire for reconciliation, even though the singer knows deep down that it may not be the right choice.
The following lines highlight the internal conflict within the singer, as they struggle to move on from a past relationship that continues to haunt them. The lyrics speak of not dwelling on what has ended and letting go, but being unable to escape the memories and feelings that linger. The mention of prayer and healing suggests a yearning for closure and peace, yet the question of why these emotions still persist remains unanswered. The juxtaposition of moving on and being stuck in the past creates a sense of emotional turmoil and confusion.
The middle section of the song delves into the reasons for the singer's busyness and radiance, which are attributed to the person they are addressing. The lyrics convey a sense of being captivated and overshadowed by this person, unable to break free from their hold. The plea for them to let go and move on reflects a desire for freedom from the emotional entanglement that continues to bind them. The reference to the significance of a contact name and the impact of their absence on the singer's life further emphasize the profound effect this person has had on them.
The chorus brings back the theme of pain and longing, with the singer asking the person to reveal where it hurts and why they are reaching out. The repetition of "Tell me where it hurts now baby" and "Why you callin' up my phone now baby" encapsulates the sense of searching for answers and clarity in a situation that is filled with unresolved emotions. The final lines of the song reiterate the connection between the singer's feelings of busyness and radiance to the person in question, emphasizing the undeniable hold they still have on them. The repeated plea for the person to open up and share their pain suggests a yearning for mutual understanding and a potential path towards healing and closure.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I'll never love the same way baby
I realize that my feelings for you will never be the same as before
Di na ata tama na sa'yo pa tumatama
It no longer feels right to still be affected by you
'Wag na natin sariwain mga natapos na
Let's not revisit what has already ended
Laman lang ng panalangin ay maghilom na
The only prayer is for healing to take place
Pero ngayon bakit nandito pa
But why do I still feel this way?
Ikaw na rin ang dahilan kung bakit busy na
You're the reason why I'm always occupied now
Ikaw na rin ang dahilan kung ba't kumikinang
You're also the reason why I shine brightly
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung bakit busy na
You alone are the reason for my busyness
Ikaw lang din ang dahilan kung ba't kumikinang
You alone are the reason why I glow
Tell me where it hurts now baby
Please let me know where you're hurting, my love
Why you callin' up my phone now baby
Why are you calling me now, my dear?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Seann Prado, Mar Anthony de Torres, Demi Malto, David Handog, Albert Guallar
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