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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The Things That Dreams Are Made of
Groove Armada Lyrics
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To see the things you've only ever heard of
Dream life the way you think it ought to be
See things you thought you'd never ever see
Take a cruise to China or a train to Spain
Go round the world again and again
Meet a girl on a boat meet a boy on a train
Everybody needs love and adventure
Everybody needs cash to spend
Everybody needs love and affection
Everybody needs two or three friends
[Chorus]
These are the things
These are the things
The things that dreams are made of
These are the things
These are the things
The things that dreams are made of
Take a lift to the top of the Empire State
Take a drive across the Golden Gate
March, march, march across Red Square
Do all the things you've ever dared
Everybody needs love and adventure
Everybody needs cash to spend
Everybody needs love and affection
Everybody needs two or three friends
[Chorus]
Like fun and money and food and love
And things you never thought of
These are the things
These are the things
The things that dreams are made of
New York, ice cream, TV, travel, good times
Norman Wisdom, Johnny, Joey, Dee Dee, good times
[Chorus: x3]
The lyrics of Groove Armada's song, The Things That Dreams Are Made Of, constitute a call-to-action for listeners to capitalize on the abundance of life's opportunities. The song encourages listeners to open themselves up to the wonders of the world, to explore, and to take risks in matters of love, travel, and adventure. The song conveys that these experiences are essential to the human experience and that they ought to be pursued by everyone.
The song is specific in its suggestions. It encourages listeners to travel to various parts of the world, meet new people while doing so, and to fall in love without reservation. The lyrics express the universality of these desires, they suggest that love and adventure are essential components of a fulfilled human experience, and that everyone also needs friends and the means to finance the experiences that enrich life. The chorus repeats several times, driving home the central point that these experiences are the things that dreams are made of.
The song's upbeat and energetic tone mirrors the song's message. The instrumental track features a prominent bassline, a steady drumbeat, and a synthesizer melody that propels the song forward. The overall effect of the lyrics and instrumental track is to urge listeners to experience the world more fully.
Line by Line Meaning
Take time to see the wonders of the world
Pause and look around you to appreciate the magnificent beauty of the world
To see the things you've only ever heard of
Experience new things that were only known to you through words of others
Dream life the way you think it ought to be
Imagine your life just as the way you want it to be
See things you thought you'd never ever see
Witness things that you never thought would come into your sight
Take a cruise to China or a train to Spain
Travel to new lands, different countries, and explore its culture
Go round the world again and again
Travel around the world repetitively, there are always new experiences waiting for you
Meet a girl on a boat meet a boy on a train
Get to know people of opposite gender from different places and share their life experiences
And fall in love without the pain
Fall in love without experiencing the hurts and pains that often occur in a relationship
Everybody needs love and adventure
Everyone needs adventure in life, and love for companionship
Everybody needs cash to spend
Everyone needs money to enjoy certain aspects of life
Everybody needs love and affection
Everyone needs love, care and affectionate relationship with the people they love
Everybody needs two or three friends
Having a few friends give us the feeling of being loved, and companionship that we need in life
These are the things
The things that you need to experience to make your life worthwhile
The things that dreams are made of
All those expectations, aspirations, and things that we always dream of
Take a lift to the top of the Empire State
Take a ride in a lift to the highest point to see the mesmerizing city view of Empire State
Take a drive across the Golden Gate
Drive your way into the stunning view and outskirts of Golden Gate, San Francisco
March, march, march across Red Square
Walk across the Red Square amidst the spectacular beauty of the city around surrounded by heritage buildings
Do all the things you've ever dared
Try new things, take risk, and never restrict yourself from living your life truly and completely
Like fun and money and food and love
Things that bring joy, money to travel and experience all the fun, delicious food and love to cherish
And things you never thought of
Things that you must explore and experience without even thinking before
New York, ice cream, TV, travel, good times
Enjoy the moments of being in New York city, trying different flavors of ice cream, watching TV shows and travelling, to make moments unforgettable
Norman Wisdom, Johnny, Joey, Dee Dee, good times
Enjoy the company of comedians like Norman Wisdom, and true friendships like Johnny, Joey and Dee Dee which made life good and worthwhile
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: PHILIP OAKEY, PHILIP ADRIAN WRIGHT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
I_AM_ CYBER
Listened to the League Unlimited album last night, and this was another gooden out of a good bunch already. I think these sounds felt so advanced back then yet nostalgic for us now. Accidentally found this album from Joakim's Remix of Elle Et Moi when I was searching for the original. Coincidence, eh?
Martin K
best mix - searched for this here for ages!
tomstickland
There's loads of videos of this on youtube.
Ardakapalasan
Yeah, this hits the spot
benxdybarto
Fantastic music
dannyboygeorge22
Best remix of the classic in my opinion. Tiga remix up there. Want it on vinyl.just bought hoojs 12" $59 cdn.digitalism used in a different set once.
Madeleine Ross
feel safe with late night tales
Hanaihau Hargous
I feel.
Hanaihau Hargous
As Well.
tomstickland
Sounds like the Love and Dancing version to me.