Dr. Alban (born August 26, 1957 as Alban Nwapa in Nigeria) grew up listening to Fela Kuti and James Brown. At age 23, he began studying dentistry. In order to be able to finance his university studies the music-loving medical student started making his own music. During this time Alban worked as a DJ in the well known Stockholm club 'Alphabet Street'. Very quickly his name became widely known, especially since Alban often sang to the records he put on the turntable as a DJ. DJ René couldn't help but notice him and so the highly intelligent medical student was discovered. But first Alban finished his studies and even opened his own dentistry practice.
In 1990, he met Denniz PoP from the SweMix label. Alban laid aside his dentist's drill and realised his dream. Together with Denniz and Rap-Queen Leila K, his first record, Hello Africa - his declaration of love for his African home - broke all records. Alban Nwapa became Dr. Alban. His debut-album Hello Africa sold roughly 1 million copies world-wide.
One year later this success was surpassed by the second album One Love. 1.6 million singles of the song It's My Life were sold.
The album immediately sold over 1.7 million units. Then followed the albums Look Who's Talking and Born In Africa. All in all, Dr. Alban can look back on world-wide sales of over 5 million albums and over 6 million singles, which resulted in 7 times Silver, 30 times Gold and 30 times Platinum. His hit No Coke was even used to illustrate an anti-drugs campaign in Sweden.
After a re-release of No Coke, Dr. Alban confirmed his Euro dance style with his hits Look Who's Talking and Let The Beat Go On.
He created his own record company 'dr.records', on which he released Born in Africa, the first CD recorded completely in his studios. He became the producer of many artists such as La Cream.
More recently, his voice was featured on Sash!'s single Colour The World.
In 2000, he released the album titled Prescription.
In 2002 Dr. Alban featured Yamboo to release a remix for Sing Hallelujah!.
In 2007 Dr. Alban released the album titled Back To Basics.
Official website: http://www.dralban.net/
Freedom
Dr. Alban Lyrics
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What you believe is your truth
Yes, you reach, if you know. without a condition
Now. I am there
Freedom is Love
We've created an illusion of time
If you suffer, you've decided to supress your love
Forever you are free to believe
Free to believe, what you want to believe
Free to believe, what you want to believe
Now you research yourself and God
Think about now
Freedom is Love
The lyrics to Dr. Alban's song "Freedom" are quite insightful and poetic. The opening line "Yes, the way that you search, is the way that you are" suggests that the way we seek knowledge about the world around us is reflective of our personality and mindset. The next line, "What you believe is your truth," implies that our beliefs shape our perception of reality. The following line, "Yes, you reach, if you know, without a condition," suggests that true understanding comes without preconceived notions or limitations. The final line of the verse, "Now. I am there," might be interpreted as a suggestion that the search for truth and understanding leads us to a deeper sense of self-awareness and personal fulfillment.
The chorus of the song, "Freedom is Love," is a powerful statement about the nature of human liberty. It suggests that true freedom is not just a matter of political or social rights, but is ultimately rooted in our ability to love and be loved. The song's second verse reinforces this idea, with the lines "We've created an illusion of time / But really, there's only one now." This line might be interpreted as a statement about the transience of life and the importance of living in the present moment, rather than dwelling on past regrets or future anxieties. The next line, "If you suffer, you've decided to suppress your love," suggests that emotional pain is often the result of a failure to fully embrace the freedom that comes with loving and being loved.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes, the way that you search, is the way that you are
Your search for truth reveals who you truly are
What you believe is your truth
Your beliefs determine your reality
Yes, you reach, if you know. without a condition
You can achieve anything if you have the knowledge and determination, regardless of any conditions
Now. I am there
I am present in this moment
We've created an illusion of time
Time is a human construct and not a natural phenomenon
But really, there's only one now
The only moment that truly exists is the present
If you suffer, you've decided to supress your love
Suffering is a result of choosing to suppress one's ability to love
Forever you are free to believe
You have the freedom to believe in whatever you choose for eternity
Free to believe, what you want to believe
You can believe whatever you desire without any limitations
Free to believe, what you want to believe
You have the freedom to believe in anything that resonates with you
Now you research yourself and God
Take time to explore your true self and your spirituality
Think about now
Focus your thoughts on the present moment
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: jörg blochinger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Макс Заблудный
Мое детство девяностые))) всегда слушал и слушаю Албана!!👍👍👍
Szortownia wordpress com
A big shout out to Martina Edoff for the amazing vocals in the chorus.
Димон 163
Албан с его песнями в сердце навсегда! Человек очень любит свою родину, как и мы Русские, это и связывает народы!
Pink Pinkie
Русские понятия не имеют о свободе.
Carole Nbdr
Magnifique, et que d'émotion à l'écoute de cette voix qui clame son désir de liberté. 💖
Franco Nero
One of the most amazing songs ever!! so powerful and extraordinary!! RESPECT!
Саша Козловский
Легенда....обожаю его....
Олександр Лисенко
Сильна композиція! Актуальна і понині!
VadimPerv
И в чём её сила-то?
convar HUN
An unworthily underrated Dr. Alban single, and (because of its serious subject) even more unworthily underrated video clip.