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
Kids Again
Example Lyrics
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We'll laugh in the face of teachers
We'll see wherever we wanna see
Run away from home they'll never reach us
I wanna feel oh so young today
I don't wanna do whatever they tell me
I wanna feel oh so young today
So let's behave like kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
We'll be whoever we wanna be
Behave like despicable creatures
We'll see wherever we wanna see
We don't need Nintendo's, or Adidas
I wanna feel oh so young today
I don't wanna do whatever they tell me
I wanna feel oh so young today
So let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Bring your friends, let's pretend
Let's behave like kids again
Let's behave like kids again
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Let's behave like kids again
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
Let's behave like kids again
The main theme of Example's song "Kids Again" is about nostalgic memories of youth, and the desire to relive them. The song encourages listeners to forget their adult responsibilities and social norms, and reminisce about the careless and simple days of their childhood. The lyrics suggest a sense of freedom and rebellion, urging the listener to be whoever they want to be, to laugh in the face of authority figures, and to imagine a world beyond reality.
The first verse establishes the tone of the song, proposing escapism as a means of breaking free from the monotony of everyday life. The lyrics suggest the idea of running away from home as a way of evading the demands of society, and a call-to-arms for listeners to behave like kids once again. The chorus repeats the concept of immaturity, with the singer declaring a desire to feel young again.
The second verse is a further expansion of the idea of childhood freedom, this time suggesting unacceptable behavior and the rejection of consumer culture as a means of shaking off societal norms. The lyrics indicate that the singer needs to regain that feeling of simplicity and invokes the past as a guide for achieving that. Overall, the song's message is to remind people to let go of the worry and constraints of adulthood, and to re-embrace the innocence and joy of childhood.
Line by Line Meaning
We'll be whoever we wanna be
We'll behave like ourselves without any constraint
We'll laugh in the face of teachers
We'll ignore authority and enjoy every moment
We'll see wherever we wanna see
We'll explore life with an unrestricted lens
Run away from home they'll never reach us
We'll escape from our mundane routine and be free
I wanna feel oh so young today
I want to feel alive and energetic like a child
I don't wanna do whatever they tell me
I want to make my own choices and decisions
So let's behave like kids again
Let's embrace our carefree childhood and have fun
Kids again, kids again
Let's relive our joyful days of childhood
Let's behave like kids again
Let's forget about adult responsibilities and enjoy the moment
Bring your friends, let's pretend
Let's gather our friends and create a fantasy world
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
Our relationship is great, but I need to be honest about my feelings
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
I long for the days of simplicity and innocence
Let's behave like kids again
Let's forget about our worries and have fun
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FRASER T. SMITH, ELLIOT GLEAVE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Paulo Wesley
We'll be whoever we wanna be
We'll laugh in the face of teachers
We'll see wherever we wanna see
Run away from home they'll never reach us
I wanna feel oh so young today
I don't wanna do whatever they tell me
I wanna feel oh so young today
So let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
We'll be whoever we wanna be
Behave like despicable creatures
We'll see wherever we wanna see
We don't need Nintendo's, or Adidas
I wanna feel oh so young today
I don't wanna do whatever they tell me
I wanna feel oh so young today
So let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again, let's behave like kids again
Bring your friends, let's pretend, let's behave like kids again
Let's behave like kids again
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
I'm happy with you, but I need the truth
And I miss my youth, it was oh so simple
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Kids again, kids again
Let's behave like kids again
Glen Zycs
Till this day, i remember when i was 14 and heared this song brings back memories 8 yrs back ❤️
Lewis Kelly Official
Its a crime that this video has 3 million views. This beast of a tune needs 100 mill. Example is an OG.
SMD
Example как всегда на высоте! СУПЕР!!!
Steven Baverstock
This is such a fantastic tune and has a top 40 hit written all over it.
meatbeat24
top 40.lol..thats like a insult dude=) no1 all the way=)
Steven Baverstock
Yh your right number 1 hit.
hitesh tripathi
This song is awesome .It take me back to my beautiful childhood.😍😍😍
Nick Brooker
Never fail to make a brilliant track! Cant wait for the new album
Nika Queen
Kocham tą piosenkę!!!
Ronny Peterson
Tenho muito respeito pelo ExampleVEVO as músicas dele são de extrema qualidade, ele consegue envolver tudo de forma sensacional, letra e melodia, parabéns Example eu gosto do seu trabalho