“Boring DJs be very afraid: Gareth Emery is about to kick your arse”. So said Mixmag, when in 2002, they took the bold step of predicting that a virtually unknown 22 year-old would rise to become a major dance music star. However, six years later, it’s likely that even their expectations have been well surpassed. His current tour diary reads like the departure board at London’s Heathrow Airport. Desert island raves in Indonesia and snow-drenched mountains in Vancouver sit alongside major global events like San Francisco’s iconic Love Fest and Holland’s 30,000 strong Trance Energy. The likes of Asian superclub Zouk and Bondi Beach in Sydney complete the picture: in short, you’ll find Gareth at a mouth-watering, hand-picked selection of the planet’s coolest clubs and events, including UK super brands like Ministry of Sound and Gatecrasher.
When not on tour, he’s kept rakishly busy in his Cambridgeshire studio as one of the scene’s most in-demand producers and remixes. If you’re not familiar with anthems like ‘More Than Anything’, ‘Formentera What’ or his seminal classic ‘Mistral’, you’re probably a little out of touch with the modern dance scene, but suffice to say that Tiesto, Oakenfold, Ferry Corsten and Judge Jules are all big fans, and Paul van Dyk and Armin van Buuren liked his work so much that they both commissioned him to work on their respective labels (Vandit / Armind). However, the majority of his music is still released on his Five AM imprint, (described by DJ Mag as ‘the most consistent trance label in the world’), where he’s a co-owner and A&R. Whatever the label, one thing that’s clear is that Gareth Emery stamps his hallmark of quality on a record, people listen.
Always ahead of the game, Gareth was the one of the first leading DJs to embrace podcasting when he started his fortnightly radio show The Gareth Emery Podcast in early 2006. The show become an overnight success, immediately becoming an essential download for savvy dance music fans, and its widely imitated format has since helped to explode the popularity of dance music podcasts. It was also nominated for a Miami WMC IDMA Award for ‘Best Podcast’ along with Roger Sanchez and Pete Tong in 2007.
Although he always ranked well in the annual DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll, he became cynical about the amount of advertising and self-promotion that DJs put into it, and in 2013 asked fans not to vote for him.
Gareth haș worked with a number of collaborators and vocalists, including his sister Roxanne Emery.
Where Do We Go from Here
Gareth Emery Lyrics
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We′ve come a long way together, you and me
But I'm looking at all the colours in the sky
As the sun is setting over the horizon
And I'm feeling like
This is the end of an era
The end of an old era
And the beginning of a new one
And that′s ok
So be in the now
Feel the last touch of light as the world turns again
Sense the cold chill of the wind against your skin
Watch the lasers dancing through smoke on a stage far away
Feel the bass racing across the desert night
Tonight is tonight
And tomorrow we′ll wake up and ask each other
Where do we go from here?
Tonight though, it's you and me
We gonna live in the moment
Experience the now
Forget fear, forget politics
Life isn′t life when you're terrified of death
And death is the one thing that′s guaranteed for us all
So we're gonna live
We′re gonna jump off cliffs into oceans
Take planes to faraway places
Find friends, new lovers
Stay up late talking shit about everything and nothing
Follow the music wherever it takes us
Because tonight is tonight
And tomorrow we can decide
Where do we go from here?
The song "Where Do We Go from Here" by Gareth Emery is a reflection on life's cyclical nature and our attitude toward change. The singer acknowledges the end of an era, but instead of feeling sad or apprehensive, the song encourages us to live in the moment and embrace new beginnings. The lyrics describe the beauty of the setting sun and the new colors that emerge in the sky. The singer invites the listener to experience the present, to feel the wind against their skin, to watch the lasers dancing on stage, and to hear the bass racing through the desert night.
The song encourages us to let go of fear and to enjoy life fully. We are reminded that life is short, and death is the only certainty. Instead of being afraid, we should seize opportunities for adventure and explore new places, make new friends, and find new lovers. The song suggests that following the music wherever it takes us is a way of embracing the unknown and living fully.
In all, the song is a message of hope and encouragement to embrace change and live without fear of the future. It speaks to our yearning for adventure and our desire to connect with people and the world around us. The song is an invitation to celebrate life, to live in the moment, and to explore new horizons.
Line by Line Meaning
It's getting dark and we've reached the end
We have been through a lot together, but now it feels like something is coming to an end.
We've come a long way together, you and me
We have been together for a long time, and have experienced a lot of things together.
But I'm looking at all the colours in the sky
Despite feeling like something is ending, I'm taking a moment to appreciate the beauty around me.
As the sun is setting over the horizon
The beautiful sunset is a reminder that things are always changing.
And I'm feeling like
This moment is making me feel a certain way.
This is the end of an era
It feels like a significant moment of change.
The end of an old era
Something familiar is coming to an end.
And the beginning of a new one
But with every ending comes a new beginning.
And that's ok
I'm accepting of this change, even though it's not always easy.
So be in the now
Instead of worrying about the future, focus on the present moment.
Feel the last touch of light as the world turns again
Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the world around you.
Sense the cold chill of the wind against your skin
Embrace the sensations of the world, both pleasant and unpleasant.
Watch the lasers dancing through smoke on a stage far away
Take pleasure in the beauty of art and music, even if it seems far away.
Feel the bass racing across the desert night
Music can transport us to new places and make us feel alive.
Tonight is tonight
This moment is significant and deserves to be cherished.
And tomorrow we'll wake up and ask each other
The future is uncertain, but that's okay. We'll figure it out together.
Where do we go from here?
We may not know what the future holds, but we're excited to find out and face it together.
Tonight though, it's you and me
This moment between us is special.
We gonna live in the moment
We're going to embrace and appreciate the present.
Experience the now
We'll soak in every moment and sensation.
Forget fear, forget politics
We'll leave our worries and concerns behind and focus on what truly matters.
Life isn't life when you're terrified of death
If we're always living in fear, we're not truly living at all.
And death is the one thing that's guaranteed for us all
We can't avoid the inevitable, but we can make the most of the time we have.
So we're gonna live
We're going to embrace life and make the most of it.
We're gonna jump off cliffs into oceans
We'll take risks and try new things.
Take planes to faraway places
We'll explore new parts of the world and broaden our horizons.
Find friends, new lovers
We'll connect with others and build meaningful relationships.
Stay up late talking shit about everything and nothing
We'll enjoy the simple pleasures of life, like spending time with loved ones.
Follow the music wherever it takes us
We'll let ourselves be swept away by the joy and beauty of music.
Because tonight is tonight
This moment is special and deserves to be cherished.
And tomorrow we can decide
The future is uncertain, but that's okay. We'll figure it out together.
Where do we go from here?
We may not know what the future holds, but we're excited to find out and face it together.
Writer(s): Gareth Emery
Contributed by Reagan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ismael Salami
If I discovered this sound with my eyes closed, I would still know it was Gareth Emery's signature..🌞🌞
Chris Guent
You can here and this awesome „Long way home“ sound lightyears away from here. ❤
Jeanina
Reliving Los Angeles, Seattle, and San Jose! This song sends chills up my spine every time I hear it! 🔥❤️ another masterpiece!
Janet Mcwane
Love this, thank you for making such great music! First track on my 2023 marathon training playlist ❤️
Ben Collingwood
There's the biggest smile on my face right now. What a wonderful track Gareth!
Mike
Won't lie, I started tearing up seeing the crowd, brings you years when you were part of that crowd. The love and vibes will forever be cherished and never forgotten
Speedtolosa
Another masterpiece from Gareth, pure genius of sound, thx for this moment !
Behar Selimaj
Say it again 🤘🤘
Nick Collishaw
I’m in tears 😭 ❤
UltimateGig
Nice work. This is probably my favourite of all your tracks. amazing