The Prodigy (twice), UNKLE, White Lies, Hybrid, Muse, Mylo, Stanton Warriors and Bomb The Bass are just a few of the acts who’ve benefited from a FFS respray, not to mention some of his childhood heroes such as Yazoo.
Future Funk Squad did become a band in the mid-noughties, producing the acclaimed ‘Audio Damage’ album and touring with a full six-piece live set-up. But lately Glen has taken the FFS sound back to its DJ/producer roots, releasing the ‘Disorders Of Skill’ album and leaving behind the record label that tried to make him go too commercial.
Taking his sound back to its roots, he re-energised his own label Vision Recordings, and set about producing new music that’s, as he says, “more science”.
Glen also undertook some more remixes, revamping The Prodigy’s rave anthem ‘Warrior’s Dance’ as well as tracks by indie stalwarts White Lies and electro-pop singer Ladyhawke.
When ‘Disorders Of Skill’ came out in mid-2009, it was immediately hailed as a breakbeat masterpiece. “This is better than 99% of anything you have heard in breakbeat before,” raved Thisisbreaks.com.
From opener ‘Zones’ (about to feature in the new CodeMasters game 'BodyCount') onwards, ‘Disorders’ is an album full of dancefloor dynamite, yet it retains an almost filmic quality in places – perfect to sync to films, TV shows and video games. It’s no wonder that sync experts Position Music have signed the album for America.
The remix album, cunningly called ‘Reorders Of Skill’, with some of the top names in breakbeat reworking choice album cuts was released a few months later. Glen is currently locked in the studio working on his 3rd studio album and will be escaping every so often to unleash some fresh material on the unsuspecting breakbeat crowds!
Towards The Sun
Future Funk Squad Lyrics
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Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Towards the sun,
I can't.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
I can't, watch you anymore.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
I don't relate to the person I've become.
Always running.
I can't, watch you anymore...
Sweeping your emotions, of the floor.
I gave you all, I had inside,
Excuse while I still have pride,
I'll take my coat,
The keys are by the door.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
I can't, watch you anymore.
I don't relate to the person I've become.
Always running.
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Towards the sun,
Always running.
Towards the sun.
I can't, watch you anymore...
I don't relate to the person I've become.
I can't.
The repetition of the phrase “always running” in Future Funk Squad’s “Towards The Sun” is a reflection of the constant motion and transition that is taking place within the singer’s life. The idea of moving forward, and specifically towards the sun, is a metaphor for the concept of growth and progress. The sun is often seen as a symbol of warmth, light, and positivity, and by moving towards it, the singer is seeking to escape the negative aspects of their life and find solace in the brightness and hope that the sun represents.
However, despite this positive direction, the lyrics also express a sense of frustration and discontent. The singer realizes that they can no longer continue watching someone they love become consumed by their emotions, and the repetition of the phrase “I can’t watch you anymore” emphasizes this sense of helplessness and despair. Additionally, the line “I don’t relate to the person I’ve become” suggests that the constant motion and change has led to a loss of identity and self-awareness, and the lyrics that follow indicate that the singer is seeking to leave behind the negativity and start fresh.
Overall, “Towards The Sun” is a powerful commentary on the human experience of constant motion and growth, and the complex emotions that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Towards the sun,
Continuously striving towards a brighter future, despite obstacles and difficulties.
Always running.
Persisting with constant effort and energy towards progress.
I can't.
Admitting defeat and exhaustion in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Towards the sun,
Continuing to pursue optimism and positivity in the face of adversity.
I can't, watch you anymore.
Feeling unable to bear witness to the struggles of others because of personal exhaustion and hardship.
I don't relate to the person I've become.
Expressing a sense of disconnect and disappointment with one's own personal growth or choices.
Sweeping your emotions, of the floor.
Neglecting or burying one's own emotional needs or struggles in order to focus on progress or success.
I gave you all, I had inside,
Exhausting oneself in the pursuit of success or helping others, leaving nothing left to give.
Excuse while I still have pride,
Asserting one's dignity and worth in the midst of personal struggle and hardship.
I'll take my coat,
Choosing to move on or depart from a difficult situation.
The keys are by the door.
Exiting a situation with the ability to move forward and take control.
Contributed by Katherine L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jesusvuitton
Love this song
@catwalkss
I would like to hear the "Towards the Sun Hybrid Remix" from the "Audio Damage" Album which runs 8:08, also I wonder what Oakenfold could do to give it more energy, that said its a good track.
@robalix
both mix are very good ;-) aswell original - classic
@VenusHeadTrap2
Can't get enough of those stabs at 1:45
@maryrives
Exquisite, painful, true
@mariustatu
Nice song...nice clip...interesting voice, but I prefer this Future Funk Squad - Towards The Sun (Paul Woolford Remix)...enjoy it!
@dvader1138
I will kill for a link to this song mixed by Evil Nine.
@MrMagamba
type "drive through johannesburg & hillbrow" ! Someone put it as a background theme. Could've been a better sound though... And there's probably more.
@MademoiselleKabouter
Kissing air is way better :D