Hewitt’s haunting melodies, yearning lyrics and distinctive style have earned her a legion of passionate fans around the world as she continues to write and release music with some of the world’s most respected names in electronic dance music.
The journey began back in the Australian town of Geelong, Victoria where Emma would perform acoustically around the region through her teenage years. “Music was a form of escape for me and not something I ever consciously set out to follow as a career path. I was always inspired to ask questions; of myself as well as others and I guess over time those questions just sort of grew wings and turned into songs”.
Those songs led to an early record deal with Sony Music for her project ‘Missing Hours’. The relationship was brief, but provided Emma with an invaluable insight into the music industry setting the stage for things to come. “I was never very comfortable that first time around – I felt as though I was trying to figure out what I wanted to say and who I wanted to be with a lot of different people watching on through a microscope. The over analyzing didn’t make sense to me as I just wanted to write songs that might mean something to people – and all of a sudden these things I’d never really considered like marketing strategies and budgets became more important to the people around me. I was out walking with my brother one day and I had this epiphany and just said, ‘screw it’ – I want to burn this all down and dream it back to life the way I had imagined it. I wanted to give the songs the respect I felt they deserved”.
And dream it back to life she did. Emma’s very first EDM collaboration with UK heavyweight Chris Lake yielded the worldwide smash ‘Carry Me Away’ knocking Britney Spears out of the #1 position on the U.S Billboard Chart (Hot Dance Airplay) going on to spend over 50 weeks in the Top 100.
From there, Emma teamed up with German icons Cosmic Gate for the classic anthem ‘Not Enough Time’ and Dutch superstar DJ Dash Berlin for the mega hit, ‘Waiting’. ‘Waiting’ firmly cemented Emma Hewitt’s reputation as a serious international talent earning Hewitt many accolades including a #1 on the Global Trance Charts, #2 on the illustrious A State Of Trance Annual Countdown and an International Dance Music Award (Best Euro/HiNRG Track) at the 2010 Winter Music Conference in Miami.
A string of #1 Beatport releases followed throughout a particularly fertile period in 2010 and with a wealth on new material, a new record label in Armada Music and a desire to push the creative envelope, Hewitt undertook the extraordinary measure of producing her debut artist release as a double album project. “My only real goal with the album was to be faithful to the songs regardless of style or genre – I guess with the double sided concept, I just wanted to give as much music as I could back to whoever wanted or needed to hear it. I also wanted this album to show some of the different sides to my personality”.
Produced by Lee Groves (Goldfrapp, Marilyn Manson, Depeche Mode), ‘Burn The Sky Down’ was an instant favorite with fans around the world debuting in the Top 10 on the ITunes dance charts in seven different countries fusing electronic beats with ambient soundscapes, and live instrumentation with Hewitt’s inimitable vocal style at the fore.
The remix album features some of the world’s most respected remix artists including Armin van Buuren, Grammy nominated Morgan Page and Cosmic Gate amongst many others.
An extensive touring schedule throughout 2012 has included sold out solo performances right across the globe in over 25 countries as well as appearances on the major EDM festival circuit around the world where Hewitt is often known to leave the stage, microphone in hand, to join the revelers in the arena below.
“The energy and generosity of spirit of the people I meet everywhere I perform is what inspires me to make music and through the music, we share a bond even if we may never have met. As long as there is a single person who may find something they are looking for or a feeling they need in my music, I will continue to write for that person”.
A world away from the humble beginnings of her coastal hometown in Australia, Hewitt’s enthusiasm and relationship with her audience is something to behold and as she takes the stage, one line echoes out perfect summing up the Emma Hewitt journey so far;
“The beauty of the ride…”
Still Remember You
Emma Hewitt Lyrics
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Though the path divides between us
You always had the strength to walk alone
And the quiet hours would haunt you
And the wilder winds, they called you
I almost had the strength to let you go
Far, far away
I still remember you and those days could not get better
I keep it all, this won't fade, I'll never let it
I know you gave it all so good, I can't forget it
Still lost in you, on that day we'll stay forever
Stay forever
And I know that time is speeding
Experiences fleeting
I'd give them all away to bring you home
Why were you falling?
Far, far away
I still remember you and those days could not get better
I keep it all, this won't fade, I'll never let it
I know you gave it all so good, I can't forget it
Still lost in you, on that day we'll stay forever
Stay forever
Stay forever
Why were you falling?
Far, far away
Forever lost in you and those days could not get better
I keep it all, this won't fade, I'll never let it
I know you gave it all so good, I can't forget it
Still lost in you, on that day we'll stay forever
Stay forever (Stay forever)
Stay forever (Stay forever)
Forever lost in you...
The lyrics to Emma Hewitt's "Still Remember You" are a reflection on a past relationship - one that still holds significant weight even though the two individuals have parted ways. The opening lines, "And the fire will never leave us / Though the path divides between us," suggests that despite their separation, the emotional connection they shared is still very much alive. The lyrics go on to acknowledge the difficult moments that each partner faced in the relationship, such as the singer's struggle to let go and the other's feeling of being pulled away by something outside of their control.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become increasingly nostalgic, with the singer looking back on the relationship with fondness and longing. The repetition of the line "I still remember you and those days could not get better" highlights the idea that the relationship was a time of happiness and joy that can never be fully recreated. The final verse, including the line "Forever lost in you and those days could not get better," reveals that the singer is still very much connected to and affected by the memories of the relationship, unable to move on completely.
Overall, "Still Remember You" is a bittersweet reflection on the complexities of love and relationships, and how the memories of them continue to impact us long after they're over.
Line by Line Meaning
And the fire will never leave us
The intense passion we shared will always stay with us.
Though the path divides between us
Even though we have gone our separate ways.
You always had the strength to walk alone
You were never afraid of being independent and self-reliant.
And the quiet hours would haunt you
You were troubled by the stillness and silence of your thoughts.
And the wilder winds, they called you
You were drawn to the unpredictability and excitement of life.
I almost had the strength to let you go
I tried to move on from our relationship, but I couldn't.
Why were you falling?
What caused you to spiral out of control?
Far, far away
Into the depths of your own thoughts and emotions.
I still remember you and those days could not get better
I have fond memories of us together, and nothing could make those moments any more magical.
I keep it all, this won't fade, I'll never let it
I cherish our memories and will never forget the love we shared.
I know you gave it all so good, I can't forget it
You loved me with everything you had, and it left a lasting impression on me.
Still lost in you, on that day we'll stay forever
I am still emotionally attached to you, and I hope to be reunited with you for eternity.
And I know that time is speeding
I am aware that time is passing too quickly, and I am running out of opportunities to hold onto our memories.
Experiences fleeting
Life is short, and we must make the most of every moment we have together.
I'd give them all away to bring you home
I would sacrifice everything to be reunited with you.
Forever lost in you and those days could not get better
I am completely consumed by my love for you, and our memories will always be cherished.
Stay forever (Stay forever)
I want our love to last an eternity, never fading or losing its power.
Forever lost in you...
My heart and soul are forever intertwined with yours.
Contributed by Adrian M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.