The Freestylers formed in 1996 when DJs and dance music p… Read Full Bio ↴United Kingdom
The Freestylers formed in 1996 when DJs and dance music producers Matt Cantor, Aston Harvey and (initially) Andrew Galea joined forces. All three of them had been involved in the British dance music scene since the 1980s. Cantor had recorded as Cut n' Paste and Strike with Andy Gardner (Plump DJs). Aston Harvey recorded as Blapps! Posse best known for the 1990 breakbeat dance hit "Don't Hold Back" before working with Definition of Sound, Rebel MC and DJ Rap (as DJ Rap and Aston). Harvey joined with Galea under the name Sol Brothers before Cantor was recruited to form the Freestylers. The group took their name from their first sample "Don't Stop The Rock" by Freestyle.
The trio's first single "Drop The Boom (AK-48)" on their own Scratch City Records in 1996 becoming a dancefloor hit in the UK and Miami. The band released the Freestyle EP in 1996 on Freskanova (Freskanova's parent label, Fresh, had released Cantor, Galea and Harvey's previous work). Andrew Galea left the Freestylers shortly after the release of the Freestyle EP.
After the departure of Andrew Galea, Matt and Aston formed an 11-piece band (initially an idea of their record label, Freskanova). This consisted of the 2 producers (Cantor and Harvey), a scratch DJ (Mad Doctor X), a guitarist (Tony Ayiotou), drummer (Clive Jenner), bass guitarist (Joe Henson), 2 MCs (MC Navigator and Tenor Fly) and 3 breakdancers (Coza, Marat, Tim).
The band's first album We Rock Hard was released in 1998. The single "B-Boy Stance" became a singles hit in the UK in 1998 featuring the contributions of rapper Tenor Fly. In 1999, the Freestylers enjoyed success in the U.S. with track "Don't Stop" reached the top 10 of the Billboard dance charts and "Here We Go" becoming a MTV Buzzworthy clip. We Rock Hard sold well in the US selling over 150,000 and reaching the top 30 of the Billboard Heatseeker chart.
Following the success of B-Boy Stance, the band were asked to remix tracks by Audioweb, Afrika Bambaataa and the Jungle Brothers as well as a big beat compilation album FSUK 2 and a Radio 1 Essential Mix featuring Beenie Man, Public Enemy, Whodini and The Fall.
The Freestylers released a mix album Electro Science in 2000. Their second album Pressure Point was released in 2001 with the track Get Down Massive featuring Navigator reaching top 20 on the Billboard dance charts in 2002.
During 2002 and 2003 the group began releasing singles under the artist name Raw As F**k which then became the title of their third album. Released in 2004, it featured the single "Push Up", which reached the top 30 in the UK and top 3 in Australia. Another single, which was previously released before "Push Up", called "Get A Life", was re-released and reached the top 20 in Australia.
Pain Killer
Freestylers Lyrics
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Jeah, jeah, jeah
Lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
C'mon, ah-uh, ah-uh
Lets it go
Painkiller, oh, uh, uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer, killer, killer
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Ah-uh, ah-uh, for a painkiller, killer, killer
You see, we work hard, play hard
Man, I gotta stay charged
Can't sleep, tired out
Trouble on my radar
Runnin' 'round live wire
Had anotha Red Bull
Everybody's burnin', baby
Let me come and get a pull
Isn't it incredible
That I'm even still awake?
Still alive, still I take
Poison that debilitates
Fuck a little line
We can go ahead and kill a K
Livin' in the killer's state
Maybe that's a good excuse
See me taking shots at the bar
Like I'm bulletproof
Now my belly full of juice
I'm walking every day with a
Bruised lip, battered eye
Beat up stained liver
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Now we live fast, die young
Wish I never tried none
Saturated chemical
But I don't wanna die mum
Maybe you could try some
No point wasting it
First it was a little bit
But now I got my face in it
Run around chasin' it
Everything is so hot
Everybody's screw faced
Looking like so raw
Pressure and it won't stop
Pushing up my heart rate
Arguments and attitude
Mate, you don't wanna start me
Listen man, I can't wait
Now I got a closed fist
Woke up shivering and
Swimming in my own piss
It's just my own risk
A real brain splitta
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon, c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon, c'mon
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, ah-uh, ah-uh, c'mon
Ah-uh, ah-uh, lets it go, painkiller
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer
The lyrics of "Painkiller" convey the message of using painkillers as a coping mechanism for the harsh realities and pressures of life. The song touches on the concept of working hard and playing hard, all while trying to maintain a charged state. In the first verse, the artist talks about the effects of constantly drinking Red Bull and how it makes them feel invincible. As the song progresses, the theme becomes darker as the effects of chemical abuse are highlighted. The lyrics depict a sense of chaos as the artist becomes increasingly more damaged emotionally and physically.
The chorus of the song conveys the addictiveness of painkillers and how users can't seem to escape the constant need for them. The repetition of the phrase "I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller" echoes the desperation and dependency on the drug. The bridge of the song talks about the psychological effects of addiction and how it can lead to a sense of hopelessness and irrationality.
Overall, "Painkiller" is a poignant commentary on the struggles of dealing with life's pressures and the coping mechanisms people often turn to in order to deal with them. The song conveys a sense of chaos, desperation, and a deep-seated emotional pain that is often masked by drug abuse.
Line by Line Meaning
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Introductory sounds to the song.
Jeah, jeah, jeah
A phrase to signify agreement or excitement.
Lets it go
Encouragement to let go of worries or stress.
C'mon, ah-uh, ah-uh
Urging someone to join in on letting go of stress or worries.
Painkiller, oh, uh, uh
Referring to the use of painkillers to numb emotional or physical pain.
Jeah, lets it go
Reiteration of the earlier line encouraging to let go.
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer, killer, killer
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the use of painkillers.
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Admitting to relying on painkillers to cope with stress or pain.
Ah-uh, ah-uh, for a painkiller, killer, killer
Repeating the earlier phrase about painkillers and the reason for taking them.
You see, we work hard, play hard
A statement about the lifestyle of working and playing with equal intensity.
Man, I gotta stay charged
The need to keep going despite the exhaustion or stress.
Can't sleep, tired out
Being unable to rest despite feeling exhausted.
Trouble on my radar
Feeling wary or anxious about something.
Runnin' 'round live wire
Acting recklessly or impulsively.
Had anotha Red Bull
Consuming high amounts of caffeine and sugar to fuel the body.
Everybody's burnin', baby
Acknowledging that others are also struggling with stress or pain.
Let me come and get a pull
Asking for a share of someone else's substance, such as alcohol or drugs.
Isn't it incredible
A rhetorical question about the wonder of still being alive despite the circumstances.
That I'm even still awake?
Expressing surprise at being able to function despite exhaustion or substance abuse.
Still alive, still I take
Continuing to take substances despite the potential harm to oneself.
Poison that debilitates
Comparing the substances to poison that harms the body and mind over time.
Fuck a little line
Using a vulgar expression to dismiss the idea of doing small amounts of drugs.
We can go ahead and kill a K
Suggesting the willingness to use larger amounts of drugs than normally recommended.
Livin' in the killer's state
Describing the mindset of someone living life recklessly and dangerously.
Maybe that's a good excuse
Justifying the behavior as a way to cope with stressful or traumatic situations.
See me taking shots at the bar
Drinking alcohol as a way to numb emotional pain or forget stresses.
Like I'm bulletproof
Feeling invincible or fearless despite engaging in risky behavior.
Now my belly full of juice
Having consumed too much alcohol and feeling the effects in the stomach.
I'm walking every day with a
Describing the daily struggle of living with addiction or substance abuse.
Bruised lip, battered eye
Physical signs of engaging in risky or violent behavior.
Beat up stained liver
Damaging the liver through excessive consumption of alcohol or drugs.
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Repeating the earlier admission of needing painkillers to cope with stress or pain.
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Repeating the earlier line about going for painkillers.
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Repeating the need for more painkillers to cope with life's stresses.
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Acknowledging that painkillers are commonly used to numb emotional or physical pain.
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
Repeating the need for more painkillers as a way to cope with life.
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Reiteration of the use of painkillers to forget or numb pain.
You thought you could take it out
Believing that one could handle the pressures of life without resorting to substance abuse.
But the world collapse
Feeling overwhelmed by life's stressors and external forces.
And you can't see out of it now
Being unable to see a way out of the current situation or stressors.
You go crazy, baby
Acknowledging the toll that stress and substance abuse can take on one's mental health.
Now we live fast, die young
Embracing the idea of living life to the fullest and not worrying about the consequences.
Wish I never tried none
Regretting the decision to use substances to cope with life's stresses.
Saturated chemical
Describing the substances as chemicals that have saturated the body and mind.
But I don't wanna die mum
Expressing the desire to continue living despite the risks of substance abuse.
Maybe you could try some
Suggesting that others try substances to ease their own pains and stresses.
No point wasting it
Believing that substances are a necessary part of life and should not be wasted.
First it was a little bit
Recounting the initiation of substance use as starting with small amounts.
But now I got my face in it
Indicating that substance use has increased over time and can no longer be controlled.
Run around chasin' it
Being unable to function without the use of substances and going to great lengths to acquire them.
Everything is so hot
Feeling agitated and restless, even in normal situations.
Everybody's screw faced
Observing that others are also experiencing stress or agitation.
Looking like so raw
Appearing unhealthy or fatigued due to substance abuse or stress.
Pressure and it won't stop
Feeling constant stress and the inability to escape it.
Pushing up my heart rate
Experiencing physical effects such as rapid heartbeat due to continued substance abuse.
Arguments and attitude
Engaging in conflicts with others and exhibiting confrontational behavior.
Mate, you don't wanna start me
Warning others not to provoke or engage in conflict with the artist due to their volatile state.
Listen man, I can't wait
Impatience and impulsivity in waiting to use substances to cope with stress or pain.
Now I got a closed fist
Exhibiting aggressive behavior due to substance use or stress.
Woke up shivering and
Experiencing physical symptoms of withdrawal or hangover due to substance abuse.
Swimming in my own piss
Experiencing a loss of control over one's physical functions or dignity due to substance abuse.
It's just my own risk
Acknowledging that substance abuse is a personal choice that comes with risks.
A real brain splitta
Referring to the negative effects of substance abuse on the brain and mental health.
c'mon, c'mon Painkiller
Repeating the phrase about painkillers and the need to forget or numb emotional or physical pain.
C'mon
An exhortation to continue engaging in risky behavior despite the risks.
Ah-uh, ah-uh painkiller
Repeating the word 'painkiller' in a drawn-out style for emphasis.
Uh, ah-uh, ah-uh, c'mon
Repeating the previous phrases about painkillers and encouraging continuation of the behavior.
Ah-uh, ah-uh, lets it go, painkiller
Before the outro, reiterating the phrase about painkillers and the desire to forget or numb pain.
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
Repeating the phrase about painkillers and its effects.
I need another painkiller
Reiterating the need for painkillers to cope with life's stresses and pain.
c'mon
Encouragement to continue engaging in risky behavior despite the risks.
C'mon, painkiller, killer, killer, killer
Repeating the phrases about painkillers to emphasize their effects.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ASTON HARVEY, MARCEL ATTEEN, MATTHEW DAVID CANTOR, ROBERT THOMPSON SWIRE
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@darlos7689
PAINKILLER
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, jeah, jeah
Lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
C'mon, ah-uh, ah-uh
Lets it go
Painkiller, oh, uh, uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer, killer, killer
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Ah-uh, ah-uh, for a painkiller, killer, killer
You see, we work hard, play hard
Man, I gotta stay charged
Can't sleep, tired out
Trouble on my radar
Runnin' 'round live wire
Had anotha Red Bull
Everybody's burnin', baby
Let me come and get a pull
Isn't it incredible
That I'm even still awake?
Still alive, still I take
Poison that debilitates
Fuck a little line
We can go ahead and kill a K
Livin' in the killer's state
Maybe that's a good excuse
See me taking shots at the bar
Like I'm bulletproof
Now my belly full of juice
I'm walking every day with a
Bruised lip, battered eye
Beat up stained liver
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Now we live fast, die young
Wish I never tried none
Saturated chemical
But I don't wanna die mum
Maybe you could try some
No point wasting it
First it was a little bit
But now I got my face in it
Run around chasin' it
Everything is so hot
Everybody's screw faced
Looking like so raw
Pressure and it won't stop
Pushing up my heart rate
Arguments and attitude
Mate, you don't wanna start me
Listen man, I can't wait
Now I got a closed fist
Woke up shivering and
Swimming in my own piss
It's just my own risk
A real brain splitta
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
C'mon, c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon, c'mon
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, ah-uh, ah-uh, c'mon
Ah-uh, ah-uh, lets it go, painkiller
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
C'mon
Painkiller
C'mon
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer
@jeremykyle123456
Lyrics:
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, jeah, jeah
Lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
C'mon, ah-uh, ah-uh
Lets it go
Painkiller, oh, uh, uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Jeah, lets it go
Ah-uh, ah-uh
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer, killer, killer
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Ah-uh, ah-uh, for a painkiller, killer, killer
You see, we work hard, play hard
Man, I gotta stay charged
Can't sleep, tired out
Trouble on my radar
Runnin' 'round live wire
Had anotha Red Bull
Everybody's burnin', baby
Let me come and get a pull
Isn't it incredible
That I'm even still awake?
Still alive, still I take
Poison that debilitates
Fuck a little line
We can go ahead and kill a K
Livin' in the killer's state
Maybe that's a good excuse
See me taking shots at the bar
Like I'm bulletproof
Now my belly full of juice
I'm walking every day with a
Bruised lip, battered eye
Beat up stained liver
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Now we live fast, die young
Wish I never tried none
Saturated chemical
But I don't wanna die mum
Maybe you could try some
No point wasting it
First it was a little bit
But now I got my face in it
Run around chasin' it
Everything is so hot
Everybody's screw faced
Looking like so raw
Pressure and it won't stop
Pushing up my heart rate
Arguments and attitude
Mate, you don't wanna start me
Listen man, I can't wait
Now I got a closed fist
Woke up shivering and
Swimming in my own piss
It's just my own risk
A real brain splitta
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need anotha painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon, c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon, c'mon
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, ah-uh, ah-uh, c'mon
Ah-uh, ah-uh, lets it go, painkiller
You thought you could take it out
But the world collapse
And you can't see out of it now
You go crazy, baby
Ah-uh, ah-uh
I'm reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
Painkiller, uh, uh, uh
I need another painkiller
Uh, reaching in my cupboard for a painkiller
Uh, uh, uh, I need another painkiller
They call it painkiller, lets it go
c'mon
Painkiller
C'mon
Painkiller, killer, killer, killer.
@angiki9988
‘See me taking shots at the bar like I’m bulletproof’ is such an amazing line I can’t get over it.
@Scitch-et4vk
🤣
@loveirisb1221
i phucing love that line
@JonnySublime
This whole song fire
@pretendedgood
It was 2009, my buddy and me would be listening to this and gaming all day. Ahhhh…Memories!
@monicac.4030
I have been searching for this track for years!!! I found it!! Still love it!
@lukestarling6810
Welcome back 🤣🔥😎🚀🎶
@matthewwheeler2231
Me too ✋️ 😊
@fivemer4202
congratulations. i know this feeling lol
@acho8387
2020, never gets old.