Prior to being a recording artist, he was a record store owner and a club DJ at a nightclub in Salt Lake City as a way to make ends meet for him and his wife. After he and his wife moved to San Francisco he landed a job as a A&R man at OM records, where in addition to reviewing demos for the label he also submitted his own material, which would pay off big time for him. In 2001 he went from behind the desk to behind the turntables and the recording studio as an artist in his own right. In 2003 Kaskade released his first album, "It's You It's Me", which was well received by critics.
It would be his follow up, "In The Moment" in 2004, that would put Kaskade on the map. The first single off the set "Steppin' Out" would become a major hit on the Dance Radio Airplay that year as well as a top 10 hit on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart. His biggest breakthrough would come the week of May 14, 2005, when his follow up, "Everything," would go all the way to #1 on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart.
Wink of an Eye
Kaskade Lyrics
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You sauntered into the room
And you sat down next to me
Calm and casually
Raised your brow to see me
And fashionably set out complicating things
As if you want to know why
So easily
As if you want to know why
And the fire I couldn't light
Never typified my life
Cause mine without you was just fine,
Really, very nice
And I only made believe
It impossible you'd be
Everything you seemed
And in the wink of an eye
Now to me you apply
So, suddenly
Yeah in the wink of an eye
So, suddenly
The song Wink of an Eye by Kaskade is a contemplative and reflective piece about a sudden love interest. The song begins with the singer recalling a moment when this person walked into the room, casually took a seat next to them, and set out to complicate things. The singer is struck by their allure and charm but is uncertain and confused about why this person would be interested in them. They reflect on their life before this encounter and how they never really needed anyone, making their new fascination all the more striking.
As the song progresses, the singer realizes that this unexpected love interest has completely enraptured them in the blink of an eye. They express surprise at how quickly and completely this person has taken over their thoughts and emotions. The phrase "in the wink of an eye" is repeated throughout the song to drive home the idea of sudden, unexpected change. The song's melancholy melody and pulsing rhythm reflect the singer's emotional turmoil and their struggle to come to terms with their newfound feelings.
Overall, Wink of an Eye is a thoughtful meditation on the unpredictable nature of love and the impact it can have on one's life. The lyrics convey a mix of wonder, confusion, and vulnerability that many people can relate to when experiencing the intensity of a new romantic connection.
Line by Line Meaning
One startling afternoon
One unexpected afternoon
You sauntered into the room
You walked casually into the room
And you sat down next to me
And you took a seat beside me
Calm and casually
Cool and collected
Raised your brow to see me
You looked at me quizzically
And fashionably set out complicating things
And stylishly made things more complex
As if you want to know why
As if you're curious
To me you apply
You affect me
So easily
Effortlessly
And the fire I couldn't light
The passion I couldn't ignite
Never typified my life
Was never a defining feature of my life
Cause mine without you was just fine,
Because my life without you was satisfactory
Really, very nice
Actually quite pleasant
And I only made believe
I only pretended
It impossible you'd be
That you could be impossible to have
Everything you seemed
Everything you appeared to be
And in the wink of an eye
And in a split second
Now to me you apply
Now you affect me
So, suddenly
So abruptly
Yeah in the wink of an eye
Yes, in a split second
So, suddenly
So unexpectedly
Contributed by Jordyn S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Daniel Ramirez
Why is this nowhere on Apple Music or Spotify? Some of the best songs from NYE 2018/2019 show are right here!
Nil Barbosa
Q música linda... me transportou pra um lugar chamado " paz" ..❤
Edward Stone
One of the most underrated songs of all time of one of the most underrated albums of all time. Both are simply beautiful.
Jeffrey McMahon
My favorite Kaskade album. I bought it on iTunes 10 years ago. My computer crashed and I found that iTunes doesn't have it anymore. Thanks for posting this beautiful album.
E. BB
I'm ashamed that I didn't know this existed! Ahhhh chill Kaskade is the best Kaskade! Keep it DEEP.
Youssef Nasser
This is so beautiful and creative! Love it :)
furelise06
beautiful!!! I am so happy that I got to see Late Night Alumni LIVE!
Adam Marquez
Oh cool
V Pham
This is so good!
Anne Marie
Love it, Thank you!