There is more than one artist with the name Freestyle:

1. Swedish sy… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with the name Freestyle:

1. Swedish synthpop group from the early 1980s

2. Electro artist Tony Butler

3. Filipino band

4. American MC from Arsonists.

5. Korean band - use this tag - 프리스타일

6. Canadian skate punk band in the late '90s.

1. A Swedish synthpop group from the early 1980s. Their most popular hits were "Vill Ha Dig" and "Fantasi". Members: Tommy Ekman, Christer Sandelin, Gigi Hamilton, Joakim Hagleitner, Anders Uddberg and Diane Corinne Söderholm. When the group split up in 1983, Sandelin, Ekman and Hamilton formed Style. Freestyle briefly reunited in 1998, re-recording a few old songs.

2. One of the '80s electro artists, Miami-based producer Tony Butler recorded a string of club tracks on Power/Jam Packed and his own Music Specialist label in the mid-'80s, helping build the Miami-style bass music and freestyle (named after Butler's primary pseudonym), as well as influence '90s post-techno artists such as Autechre and Biochip C. Butler's earlier tracks under his own name includes singles such as "Fix It in the Mix," "Jam the Box," and "Get Some" exploring a thinner, more stripped-down sound similar to Man Parrish and Cybotron. Butler's tracks with Freestyle are perhaps the more well known, and include such club staples as "It's Automatic," "Don't Stop the Rock," and "The Party Has Begun." His more commercial, pop-oriented writing and production work with Trinere, Debbie Deb, and Shannon, however, remain his claim to fame. Butler continued to live and record in Miami thereafter.

3. A Filipino band, formed by Top Suzara and Jinky Vidal in 1996. When Freestyle hit the Manila bar scene in 1998, it was a case of young musicians being at the right place at the right time, with the right sound. Those five guys and a girl had then what Manila was looking for- a new band with vast appeal and the knack for filling venues with their blend of pop, R&B and original hits. After seven years of doing what they do best, Freestyle has grown into an OPM heavyweight with four studio-recorded albums (two of which made platinum), a string of local and international concerts, and industry accolades under their belts, thus making them one of the country’s best-loved and most sought-after group.

Last year, a new leaf turned for Freestyle. Freestyle learned that change is vital for any band seeking quality and longevity in the music biz. Ushering a new era for Freestyle are the fresh voices of Mike Luis (former Brand New Funk, Next Level), and Joshua Desiderio (former Kindred Garden, Art & Soul), themselves seasoned musicians. Also, since the migration of one of the founding members, Carlo Tapia, Freestyle is proud to welcome Rommel de la Cruz on bass, formerly of Barbie’s Cradle. Continuing members are Gerald Banzon (drums), Nikki Cabardo (keyboards), Tat Suzara (guitar), and Jinky Vidal (vocals).

Seven seems to be a good number for the group who, after only a few rehearsals have blended together seamlessly. The addition of Mike and Joshua (who each play synths on stage) has revitalized Freestyle’s sound to a level of funk and soul that builds upon Jinky’s solid vocals and the band’s tight playing. The result is a powerhouse of rich harmonies and robust music, flavoring their cool mix of old and new school R&B, Hip Hop, funk, neo soul and ballads.

Freestyle is positive of the path they are taking. A new vibe was introduced by the new members. From watching their gigs, it’s clear that Freestyle is happy to be where they are now, and is very much here to stay.

Band info from Official website

4. Hip Hop artist, former member of Arsonists.

Dover Calais
Freestyle Lyrics

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Vi såg på varann, då vi närmade oss land
När vi möttes mellan dover calais
All min rädsla försvann, när du sakta tog min hand
Någonstans emellan dover calais

Vi står tysta i natten och hör vågorna som
En lugn och stilla serenad
Dovers vita klippor, i solnedgång

Drunknar i ett gyllnde hav
Och våra frågor finner svar

Vi såg på varann, och vi närmade oss land
När vi möttes mellan Dover Calais.
All min rädsla försvann, när du sakta tog min hand
Någonstans emellan Dover Calais

Vi närmar oss varandra, när vinden tar i
Den blåser oss så nära varann
Har velat ta dig till mig, sen den första sekund
När båten stilla lämnade land
Och du satte mig i brand

Vi såg på varann, och vi närmade oss land
När vi möttes mellan Dover Calais
All min rädsla försvann, när du sakta tog min hand
Någonstans emellan Dover Calais

Men även en sanndröm, måste någon gång finna sitt slut
Och sen du försvann igen, växte saknaden minut för minut

För vi såg på varann, och vi närmade oss land
När vi möttes mellan Dover Calais

All min rädsla försvann, när du sakta tog min hand
Någonstans emellan Dover Calais

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Freestyle's song Dover Calais is about two individuals who met while crossing the English Channel, specifically between the ports of Dover and Calais. The song speaks about the moment they saw each other and how all fear disappeared as they slowly held hands. As they stood on the ship, they heard the waves crashing and witnessed the white cliffs of Dover fading into the golden sea. The lyrics also express their desire to be close to one another and take the other into their arms. Even though it was a dreamlike experience, the song acknowledges that everything must come to an end, and the absence of the other increased with every passing moment.

The song is about the instant connection that two people can feel with each other, even in unexpected locations. The lyrics exude a feeling of nostalgia, recalling memorable moments of a brief encounter, which may never happen again. It also touches on the idea that sometimes in life, one must let go of something that they desire, even if the yearning is profound.

Line by Line Meaning

Vi såg på varann, då vi närmade oss land
We looked at each other as we approached the shore.

När vi möttes mellan dover calais
When we met between Dover and Calais.

All min rädsla försvann, när du sakta tog min hand
All my fears disappeared when you gently took my hand.

Någonstans emellan dover calais
Somewhere between Dover and Calais.

Vi står tysta i natten och hör vågorna som
We stand silently in the night and hear the waves as

En lugn och stilla serenad
A calm and peaceful serenade.

Dovers vita klippor, i solnedgång
Dover's white cliffs, at sunset

Drunknar i ett gyllnde hav
Drown in a golden sea.

Och våra frågor finner svar
And our questions find answers.

Vi närmar oss varandra, när vinden tar i
We approach each other when the wind picks up.

Den blåser oss så nära varann
It blows us so close to each other.