Their most famous work is the 2000 international hit I See You Baby, remixed by Fatboy Slim in the Big Beat style -- with the repeated chorus line "Shakin' that ass," as heard in Renault Mégane advertisements. Vocals were provided by Ibiza-based DJ Gram'Ma Funk. Incidentally, this track was also recorded with the chorus line "Shakin' that thang" as a radio edit. While this is their most famous work, they have also produced less mainstream songs which are often featured in television adverts.
In the early part-of 2008 after parting company with Sony BMG, Groove Armada signed an "all encompassing deal" with the Bacardi rum brand that allows them to use GA's tracks for adverts. For more information, read Bands turn to brands in new deals
* Groove Armada's Suntoucher was sampled by Jay-Z for the song "What More Can I Say" on his Black Album.
* The track Hands of Time is featured in the movie Collateral, and is referred to by one of the characters as a "classic song." It is also featured in the television series Cold Case; it was played as the ending song in the episode entitled Street Money, from the show's sixth season.
* Groove Armada's debut album was Northern Star, released in 1998.
* In 1999, Groove Armada released Vertigo, which had a more polished, mainstream sound. This album includes "At The River," which was re-released as a single (#23 UK).
* In 2001, Goodbye Country, Hello Nightclub was released, with the title suggesting their new album was more upbeat and less geared toward chilling out -- as demonstrated by the single "Superstylin'" (#5 UK).
* In 2002, they released the DJ mix album Another Late Night: Groove Armada, part of the Another Late Night series on Azuli Records.
* In 2002, less than a year after Goodbye Country, Hello Nightclub, Groove Armada produced Lovebox, which incorporated a variety of genres. Some tracks, such as "Madder," featured a rock element, while others, such as "Lovebox" and "Remember," were closer to traditional house. "Remember" has vocals made up entirely of samples of Sandy Denny singing at Fairport.
* In 2004, Groove Armada released a best-of album, which included hits and new productions (#6 UK).
* In May 2007 Soundboy Rock was released, featuring the track Get Down. Guest appearances include M.A.D., Red Rat and Mutya Buena (see: Sugababes). The album was released on CD, Vinyl, and also as a limited CD package with 2 bonus tracks.
* In March 2010 Black Light, their 6th studio album, was released.
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Groove Is On
GROOVE ARMADA Lyrics
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Life is slow when the groove is on
Yeah, right here
(Movin' nice and slow now)
(Yeah yeah yeah)
Close to me now
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah, as if the groove is on, I'm a-spit my flow
Tripping lights fantastic, disco show
Get the mofo back in the bliss patrol
And not worry about friends or foe, oh
I just pop the X, maybe have lots of sex
I'm the next flight to a spot that's left
Saturated so ? don't need to stop the press
Go back and ? the nest
As if the groove is on, I'm a-spit my flow
Tripping lights fantastic, disco show
Get the mofo back in the bliss patrol
And not worry about friends or foe, oh
As if the life is slow when the groove is on
Watch prints take shape in the music form
Anything I'm on hot now, it's the music you want
Baby it's the ? to your soul, oh
(Close it in, close it in, close it in,
Hit it again, hit again)
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Tripping lights fantastic disco show
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
(Get it right here)
Moving closer to me
Your life is something to baby
No way no ? maybe's
? and you listen to me, come on
Moving closer to me
Close to me ?
Yeah yeah yeah
(Close it in, close it in, close it in,
Hit it again, hit again)
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Tripping lights fantastic disco show
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Moving closer to me
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Tripping lights fantastic disco show
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life is slow when the groove is on
Check it out, yeah, uh, cos
Life is slow when the groove is on
Yeah, right here
The lyrics of "Groove Is On" by Groove Armada describe the feeling of being completely absorbed in the rhythm and energy of the music. The song suggests that when everything else in life can be slow or difficult, the groove creates a space for freedom, enjoyment, and release. The phrase "tripping lights fantastic" suggests a kind of psychedelic experience, where the individual becomes lost in light and music. The lyrics also suggest that when the groove is on, everything else fades away, and one can be fully immersed in the moment, without worrying about friends or foes.
In the final part of the song, the lyrics switch to a call and response style, with someone encouraging the listener to move closer and become absorbed in the music. The repetition of the phrase "life is slow when the groove is on" drives home the central message of the song. Overall, the lyrics of "Groove Is On" emphasize the importance of letting go and giving oneself over to the power of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Heck it out, yeah, cos,
Listen up, because
Life is slow when the groove is on
Life's pace seems to slow down when we embrace the groove
Yeah, right here
We're in the thick of it now
(Movin' nice and slow now)
We're taking it easy and enjoying ourselves
(Yeah yeah yeah)
And it feels great, we can't help but express our excitement
Moving closer to me
You're coming near, closing in
Close to me now
You're right here by my side
Yeah yeah yeah
And it's just perfect
Yeah, as if the groove is on, I'm a-spit my flow
I feel so inspired by the groove that I'm going to freestyle (rap) right now
Tripping lights fantastic, disco show
The lights are amazing, it's like being at a disco
Get the mofo back in the bliss patrol
Let's get everyone who's not feeling the vibe back into the state of bliss
And not worry about friends or foe, oh
We're free from worrying about anything or anyone, just enjoying the moment
I just pop the X, maybe have lots of sex
I might take a drug (ecstasy) and have sex
I'm the next flight to a spot that's left
I'm ready to go to the next destination that gives me the same kind of feeling
Saturated so ? don't need to stop the press
I'm so satisfied that I don't need any distractions or interruptions
Go back and ? the nest
Let's go back to our roots or origins
As if the life is slow when the groove is on
When we're in the groove, time seems to pass more slowly
Watch prints take shape in the music form
We can see the music come to life and take shape
Anything I'm on hot now, it's the music you want
Anything I have that's hot right now, it's the music that you want
Baby it's the ? to your soul, oh
The music is the thing that speaks to your soul
(Close it in, close it in, close it in,
Bringing it in closer
Hit it again, hit again)
And doing it all over again
Your life is something to baby
Your life is precious
No way no ? maybe's
There's no uncertainty or doubt
? and you listen to me, come on
And you're listening to me, let's go
Life is slow when the groove is on
The groove makes time feel like it's slowing down
Tripping lights fantastic disco show
The lights are incredible, like you're at a disco party
(Get it right here)
Get it while it's happening right now
(Moving closer to me)
We're moving in even closer now
Check it out, yeah, uh, cos
Listen again, yeah, because
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDREW COCUP, TOM FINDLAY, DELANO O OGBOURNE
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