1) Example is a rapper… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Example is a rapper from Fulham, West London in the United Kingdom. Formerly signed to The Beats label run by Mike Skinner (The Streets)
2) Example is also an underground hiphop duo from Houston, Texas.
1. Example's birth name is Elliot Gleave. According to the Kickstarts Songfacts, Gleave's performing name goes back to his schooldays when he was rapping in the playground and some guy nicknamed him Example from his initials EG.
- His first album, a mix-tape called "We Didn't Invent The Remix" Feb 2007 feature's samples from a diverse mixture of artists including Lily Allen, The Rolling Stones, José González & also
- Britney Spears on the Infamous Toxic Breath.
- He followed that in Sept 2007 with his official debut album, (released on The Beats) called "What We Made" produced by Rusher. which was received well by the British public.
- prior to The Beats disbanding.
- He then went on to release "What We Almost Made" May 2008 on All The Chats, which was a mixture of songs that didn't make it onto "What We Made" & new ones.
- After the release of "WWAM" Example took a fresh direction in style, and became very versatile and can cross over into several genres with ease.
- Towards the end of 2008, saw Example work with the likes of Don Diablo experimenting with Electro dance music.
- 2009 was an exciting year for Example, releasing the absolutely free mix tape "The Credit Munch (and Redux package) in February, supporting Calvin Harris on his UK and headlining his own Wonky Pop tour with Flamboyant Bella
- Which brings us nicely to "Hooligans" Example co single with Don Diablo, which blurs dancefloors with moshpits into one. released on 29/06/2009 is sure to be his biggest hit to date, getting regular plays on Radio 1, and by DJ's up & down the country.
- The Launch Party for "Hooligans" saw Zane Lowe who has championed Example on his Radio 1 show, support with a DJ set.
- His next Single after Hooligans, was called "Watch The Sun Come Up" which is came out in September and made its way into the Top 20.
- His next single was called "Won't Go Quietly", which was released on 17th January 2010.
Example's Latest offering takes the form of his "Playing in the Shadows" album, released 4 September 2011 through Ministry of Sound. No colabs are featured on this album however a variety of producers have a noticeable influence on the sound and the album follows his previous move into the dance and electro genre.
Singles from the album include:
-Changed the Way You Kiss Me
-Stay Awake
-Midnight Run (scheduled to be released on 4th December 2011)
2. Example consists of rapper: Kay and producer Cipher. They are signed to Beat Farm, where they released the Impulse EP back in 1997. They also released two singles on Vinyl in 2000 titled 'We Write The Songs / That Is...' & 'The Price You Gotta' Pay... (Pt. 2) / Them From "Id Est"'. Unfortunately no debut album came out of the duo.
"Ok, here's the short version. Kay & I became roommates March 1996 & started a group called Example (I.E.). That summer, Example & the K-Otix had a meeting about putting our music out independently. The plan was to put out a double-sided EP, one side Example & the other K-Otix. Well, things didn't go as planned, so both groups decided to do 2 seperate EPs & release them around the same time. Done deal. Kay became writing the very first song on July 26, 1996. We both produced 3 songs each on the EP. January 1997, we released our 6 song EP titled, "Impulses". We only pressed 500 copies." - Cipher
10 Million People
Example Lyrics
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Keep our attitude can-do
When it's cold, light a candle
Imagine you, dance by the sand like Duran Duran do
Throw your arms like orangutans do
Feel brand new, thank you
This is the Flight of the Navigator
See you all next year, maybe later
It's just us, no phones, no cameras
Something in the air just grabbing us
Same time next week, thanks for having us
10 million people, people
We're hanging on every word
Each and every word they say
We're banging on every door
Never thought we'd see this day
Look at our smile, it spreads for days
Happy we came, we'd lost our way again
Look at our smile, it spreads for days and days
10 million people, people
10 million people
Oh, we knew we'd found the answer
Oh, you said we're all just chancers
Oh, you said we would not last that long
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong
10 million people
Shut us down, shut us down, shut us down
And we'll move to another town, to another town
Shut us down, shut us down, shut us down
And we'll move to another town, to another town
Look at our smile, it spreads for days
Happy we came, we'd lost our way again
Look at our smile, it spreads for days and days
Oh, we knew we'd found the answer
Oh, you said we're all just chancers
Oh, you said we would not last that long
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong
10 million people, people
Shut us down, shut us down, shut us down
And we'll move to another town, to another town
Shut us down, shut us down, shut us down
And we'll move to another town, to another town
Oh, we knew we'd found the answer
Oh, you said we're all just chancers
Oh, you said we would not last that long
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong (Come along, come along, come along)
10 million people can't be wrong
10 million people, people
The song "10 Million People" by Example is a dance-pop anthem that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and live in the moment. The lyrics reference the story of Peter Pan, urging listeners to adopt a can-do attitude and to imagine themselves dancing on the sand like Duran Duran. The song is all about having fun and feeling good, even when times are tough.
Throughout the song, the lyrics repeat the phrase "10 million people", underscoring the idea that we are all in this together. The lyrics highlight the importance of community and connection, and suggest that even in the face of adversity, we can come together and find joy.
The catchy chorus encourages listeners to shut down their worries and move on to the next adventure. The song’s upbeat and energetic melody is designed to encourage dancing and celebration, making it a favorite among partygoers around the world.
Overall, the song is an uplifting and inspiring anthem that reminds us of the power of togetherness and the importance of living in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a leaf out of Peter Pan's manual
Be carefree, adventurous and never grow up, just like Peter Pan.
Keep our attitude can-do
Maintain a positive attitude and believe in our ability to succeed.
When it's cold, light a candle
Find warmth and comfort in small things, even when life is tough.
Imagine you, dance by the sand like Duran Duran do
Picture yourself free and happy, dancing on a beach like the popular band Duran Duran.
Throw your arms like orangutans do
Let go of your inhibitions and dance like nobody is watching, just like playful orangutans.
Feel brand new, thank you
Experience a rejuvenating feeling of being reborn and express gratitude for it.
This is the Flight of the Navigator
Life is a journey full of exciting discoveries, just like the sci-fi film Flight of the Navigator.
See you all next year, maybe later
Let's meet again soon, maybe even take time apart and then reconnect later.
12 rounds and we still got stamina
We've been through many challenges but still have the strength to persevere.
It's just us, no phones, no cameras
We're in the moment and savoring every experience without distractions from technology.
Something in the air just grabbing us
There's an intangible feeling of excitement and spontaneity captivating us.
Same time next week, thanks for having us
Let's plan on meeting again next week and express gratitude for the wonderful time spent together.
10 million people, people
There are millions of people in the world who can share our experiences and emotions.
We're hanging on every word
We're attentively and eagerly listening to every spoken word.
Each and every word they say
We're paying attention to every single word spoken by someone in particular.
We're banging on every door
We're relentlessly pursuing our dreams and goals, determined to succeed.
Never thought we'd see this day
We never expected to reach this point in life, yet here we are.
Look at our smile, it spreads for days
Our happiness is infectious and can be felt for a long time.
Happy we came, we'd lost our way again
We're grateful for coming to this point in life, especially after feeling lost and uncertain at times.
10 million people can't be wrong
When so many people share the same opinion or belief, it's likely to be correct.
Shut us down, shut us down, shut us down
Even if our plans are hindered or obstructed, we won't give up.
And we'll move to another town, to another town
We'll adapt and make changes if we need to, always moving forward.
Oh, we knew we'd found the answer
We knew deep down what we needed to do to succeed in life.
Oh, you said we're all just chancers
Some people doubted us and labeled us as having a slim chance of success.
Oh, you said we would not last that long
Others predicted our failure and didn't think we would last long in our endeavors.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FRASER T. SMITH, ELLIOT GLEAVE, ALF BAMFORD, ALFIE GENO BAMFORD, ELLIOT JOHN GLEAVE, FRASER THORNEYCROFT SMITH
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ItsJozef
One of the most talented artists out there. I heard about him almost 10 years ago and I haven’t stopped listening to his music ever since…
Gustavo Loyo
06.09.2017... y aún la escucho...dando la misma nota del primer día que la escuché hace varios años...que nivel de canción...
Daniel Monterola
Esta Canción es muy buena, al mi parecer da un mensaje "No necesitas tener 10 Millones de Personas para poder ser Felíz" Saludos a todos desde Venezuela.
Thiago Oliveira
dont know why, this song makes me wanna travel the whole world!
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Project Camper
Two weeks in Malta, 1st week with the misses and 2nd week had the kids flown out, this tune was playing every day on my ipad, what a tune, swimming with dolphins, then watching the sun go down in St Paul's Bay. Absolutely stunning
Levent Yalcinkaya
malta . . . What an island,so beautiful . . .
The Music Box
As an aspiring musician, I have to say I really like your content. Always great! 💛😳
Riddled Rhythms
I can never get enough of these. Each one makes me feel good about choosing to make music for a living. Time to hit repeat! 😻🎵😶🎧
Martha Sanchez hernandez
Son unas de las mejores canción que no pasan de moda