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.
Ordinary People
Freestyle Lyrics
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Girl, I'm in love with you
But this ain't the honeymoon
We've passed the infatuation phase
We're right in the thick of love
At times we get sick of love
It seems like we argue every day
I know I misbehaved
And you made your mistakes
And we've both still got room left to grow
And though love sometimes hurts
I still put you first
And we'll make this thing work
But I think we should take it slow
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
This ain't a movie, no
No fairytale conclusion y'all
It gets more confusing every day
Sometimes it's Heaven sent
Then we head back to Hell again
We kiss, then we make up on the way
I hang up, you call
We rise and we fall
And we feel like just walking away
As our love advances
We take second chances
Though it's not a fantasy
I still want you to stay
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
Take it slow
Maybe we'll live and learn
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Maybe you'll stay
Maybe you"ll leave
Maybe you'll return
Maybe another fight
Maybe we won't survive
Maybe we'll grow
We'll never know
Baby, you and I
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow, hey
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, slow
The lyrics to Freestyle's song "Ordinary People" explore the complexities of a romantic relationship that has moved beyond the initial infatuation phase. The singer acknowledges that both parties have made mistakes, but emphasizes the importance of putting each other first and taking things slow in order to make the relationship work. The lyrics suggest that love is not a fairytale, and that there will be both good times and bad times. However, the singer remains committed to the relationship and suggests that there is value in taking second chances.
One interesting aspect of the song is the use of the phrase "ordinary people" in the chorus. The term suggests that the singer and his partner are not extraordinary or particularly special, but are instead just like any other couple trying to navigate the complexities of love. Another interesting aspect of the song is the way that it combines romantic sentiments with a sense of realism. The lyrics acknowledge that love is not always easy, but also suggest that it is worth fighting for.
Overall, "Ordinary People" is a powerful meditation on the challenges and rewards of love. The song's mix of romantic optimism and grounded realism has resonated with listeners for decades, and continues to be a beloved classic in the world of R&B music.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, I'm in love with you
The singer loves the woman he is with
But this ain't the honeymoon
Their relationship has passed the initial, exciting phase
We've passed the infatuation phase
Their relationship has developed beyond infatuation
We're right in the thick of love
They are deeply in love
At times we get sick of love
Sometimes they get tired of the struggles that come with love
It seems like we argue every day
They argue a lot
I know I misbehaved
The singer has made mistakes in the relationship
And you made your mistakes
The woman has also made mistakes in the relationship
And we've both still got room left to grow
They both have areas for improvement
And though love sometimes hurts
Love can be painful
I still put you first
Despite the struggles, the singer prioritizes the woman he loves
And we'll make this thing work
They are committed to making their relationship work
But I think we should take it slow
The singer believes they should slow down and take their time
We're just ordinary people
They are normal people with normal relationship struggles
We don't know which way to go
They are uncertain about how to proceed in their relationship
Cause we're ordinary people
They are just regular people with regular issues
Maybe we should take it slow
They believe that taking their time is the best course of action
This ain't a movie, no
Their relationship is not a fairytale
No fairytale conclusion y'all
Their relationship does not have a perfect ending
It gets more confusing every day
Their relationship is complicated
Sometimes it's Heaven sent
Their love can feel like a gift from God
Then we head back to Hell again
Their relationship can also be difficult
We kiss, then we make up on the way
They fight but make up soon after
I hang up, you call
They have communication issues
We rise and we fall
Their relationship has ups and downs
And we feel like just walking away
Sometimes they feel like giving up on their relationship
As our love advances
As their relationship grows
We take second chances
They are willing to give each other another chance
Though it's not a fantasy
Despite the struggles, their relationship is not perfect
I still want you to stay
The singer wants the woman he loves to stay with him
Maybe we'll live and learn
They hope to learn from their experiences
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Their relationship may fail
Maybe you'll stay
The artist hopes the woman he loves will stay with him
Maybe you'll leave
There is a chance the woman will leave the artist
Maybe you'll return
There is a possibility the woman will come back to the singer
Maybe another fight
There may be more arguments in their relationship
Maybe we won't survive
Their relationship may not survive
Maybe we'll grow
They hope to grow and learn from their experiences
We'll never know
The future of their relationship is uncertain
Baby, you and I
The two of them together
Take it slow, oh oh, this time we'll take it slow
They will slow down and take their time with their relationship
Take it slow
They will take their time with their relationship
Slow
They will go slow in their relationship
Contributed by Evelyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.