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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Light My Fire
GROOVE ARMADA Lyrics
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You know that I would be a liar
If I was to say to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Try to set the night on fire
The time to hesitate is through
No time to wallow in the mire
And our love become a funeral pyre
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
The time to hesitate is through
No time to wallow in the mire
Try now we can only lose
And our love become a funeral pyre
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
You know that it would be untrue
You know that I would be a liar
If I was to say to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Try to set the night on fire [Repeat x4]
The lyrics of Groove Armada's song Light My Fire communicate the urgency and passion of the singer's desire for his lover. He acknowledges that it may be difficult or impossible to control the intensity of their feelings and actions, but he implores her to take the risk and "light his fire". The singer dismisses any hesitation or fear, emphasizing that the time for caution has passed and that they can only grow stronger or be consumed by their love. The repetition of the chorus heightens the sensuality and urgency of the song's message.
The line "Try to set the night on fire" is particularly evocative, suggesting not only sexual passion but also the chaos and destruction that can accompany intense emotions. The phrase "funeral pyre" in the final line of the second stanza reinforces this theme of love as a powerful and potentially destructive force. Despite the risks, the singer insists that his lover ignite his desires and embrace the potential for chaos and transformation.
Overall, the lyrics of Light My Fire are a passionate and poetic declaration of love, urging the listener to seize the moment and take the risk of igniting a powerful flame.
Line by Line Meaning
You know that it would be untrue
I know that if I said anything other than the truth, I would be lying to you.
You know that I would be a liar
My honesty is important and I would be willing to admit a lie, even before saying it.
If I was to say to you
If I planned to speak to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Honey, there's no greater thrill than being with you.
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Baby, ignite my passion
Try to set the night on fire
Let's experience the heat of our love so that it becomes unforgettable.
The time to hesitate is through
It's time to take action and seize the moment.
No time to wallow in the mire
We shouldn't waste time feeling sad or depressed because we have each other.
Try now we can only lose
Let's take a chance because it doesn't matter if we fail.
And our love become a funeral pyre
Even if our love fails, it will still be glorious and beautiful.
Try to set the night on fire, yeah
Let's set our love on fire, yeah
You know that it would be untrue
You know that I would never deceive you
You know that I would be a liar
I would be a liar if I said anything that wasn't the truth.
If I was to say to you
If I planned to speak to you
Girl, we couldn't get much higher
Sweetheart, nothing can surpass the feeling of being with you.
Come on baby, light my fire [Repeat x2]
Baby, ignite my passion
Try to set the night on fire [Repeat x4]
Let's make our love burn like a raging fire
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: John Densmore, Jim Morrison, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek
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