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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Not Forgotten
GROOVE ARMADA Lyrics
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I can breathe but I'm not alive
The night sky wakes up your smile
My heart strings swell out of tune
The wind blows out of tune
Whistles from green to yellow, blue
Can't stop the world, reminded me of you
My heart strings swell out of tune
The night sky wakes up your smile
With your eyes I see for miles and miles
I can breathe but I'm not alive
Can't stop the world reminded me of you
Coz your hearts finished my shock
My real thoughts are sold and bought
Coz your hearts finished my shock
My real thoughts are sold and bought
I can't imagine why I should go on
I can't continue solo for so long
Coz your hearts finished my shock
My real thoughts are sold and bought
Coz your hearts finished my shock
My real thoughts are sold and bought
The lyrics of "Not Forgotten" by Groove Armada are full of introspection and melancholy. The song seems to touch on themes of loss and nostalgia, as well as the struggle to move on from past experiences. The winter wind is a powerful metaphor for the way time erodes memories, and the singer seems to be struggling to hold onto the past while also recognizing that it's time to let go. The line "can't stop the world, reminded me of you" is particularly poignant, as it suggests a sense of helplessness and resignation in the face of loss.
Line by Line Meaning
The winter wind blows out your tune
The cold wind extinguishes your joyful spirit.
I can breathe but I'm not alive
I can physically function, but emotionally I feel empty and lifeless.
The night sky wakes up your smile
Your smile shines as beautifully as the stars in the night sky.
My heart strings swell out of tune
My emotions are overwhelming and out of control.
The wind blows out of tune
The wind is chaotic, reflecting the inner turmoil of my emotions.
Whistles from green to yellow, blue
The wind changes direction and intensity unpredictably, reflecting the ever-changing nature of life.
Can't stop the world, reminded me of you
The world keeps moving forward, but memories of you continue to affect me.
With your eyes I see for miles and miles
Your wisdom and perspective expand my own worldview.
Coz your hearts finished my shock
Your love has healed my emotional wounds and put my mind at ease.
My real thoughts are sold and bought
My true emotions and feelings are often suppressed or ignored for the sake of societal norms and expectations.
I can't imagine why I should go on
I struggle to find motivation to continue living.
I can't continue solo for so long
I need support and companionship to get through life's challenges.
Coz your hearts finished my shock
Your love has healed my emotional wounds and put my mind at ease.
My real thoughts are sold and bought
My true emotions and feelings are often suppressed or ignored for the sake of societal norms and expectations.
Contributed by Isaac J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.