(Another M.I.K.E., known as Mike, is an Indonesian Singer who won the finals of Indonesian Idol. His songs are tagged on this page.)
Although mostly known for his productions under the aliases M.I.K.E., Push and Plastic Boy, Mike has released hundreds of records under more than eighty aliases and collaborations since 1992 in a wide variety of styles ranging from rave, techno, progressive house, trance, electro to even R&B, from accessible commercial anthems to minimalist underground sounds. He also produced tracks for Yves DeRuyter, Marco Bailey,Armin Van Buuren, Ian Van Dahl and Diabokua.
At the age of 18, Mike handed his first demo tape to the Antwerp record company USA Import Music and released his first record as Vision Act. In 1996 he signed with Lightning Records (the parent company of Bonzai Records) where he worked with most of its artists and achieved his major commercial breakthrough in 1998 with the trance anthem "Universal Nation" under his Push guise, one of the best selling dance vinyls of all time which even ended up in mainstream singles charts all over the world. This was followed up by two more chart hits, "Strange World" and "The Legacy".
As the list continued, creating such hits brought on major appeal by huge names like Moby, Ferry Corsten, Armin van Buuren, Gareth Emery and so much more - which of whom M.I.K.E produced impressive collaborations and remixes for.
As time passed and M.I.K.E.'s name spread, popular demand began to expand rapidly worldwide! From the UK, to cities all around Europe & straight across the Atlantic & into North America and down Latin America, Asia and Australia - Ministry of Sound, DanceValley, Tomorrowland, Trance Energy, Winter Music Conference - were some of the prestigious venues that till this day M.I.K.E. is noticed for as a top leading performer/DJ.
And we wonder, where does he find the time to make so many hit releases? Through the wave of fans, the touring, atmosphere and passion for music are what tell the stories behind each of his exceptional tracks labeled under monikers Push, Plastic boy, to his most widely used name - M.I.K.E.
And now teaming up with labels such as Sirup Music, High Contrast Records, Garuda Music, and Armada Music, he continues introducing fresh new sounds with edge & a twist of progressive and club house for a totally modish blend. You can grab a taste on his weekly radio show 'Club Elite Sessions', also heard on various stations worldwide including SiriusXM and Digitally Imported Radio .
Check out www.mike.be for more updates, news, releases, links and touring info for a chance to experience a majestic adventure!
A New Life
M.I.K.E. Lyrics
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I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah I told that bitch to do you
I’m grinding for a new life
I know your love wasn’t true
Now your time overdue
Yeah
You front your move
I’m so confused
I’m misconstrued
You changed the way I move
And now I’m back to my mood
Yeah
I know you’re happy that I’m gone
You can finally do you
You can finally do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah
I told that bitch to
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
Do you
I'm grinding for a new life
I'm grinding for a new life
I'm grinding for a new life
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I'm grinding for a new life
The lyrics of M.I.K.E.'s song "A New Life" convey a message of determination, self-empowerment, and moving on from a toxic relationship or situation. The repetition of the phrase "Do you" suggests the artist's encouragement to the listener to prioritize themselves and their own happiness. The line "I'm grinding for a new life" represents the artist's commitment to working hard and putting in the necessary effort to create a better future for themselves.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of being misunderstood or confused by the actions of someone who has had a negative impact on the artist's life. The line "You changed the way I move and now I'm back to my mood" suggests a sense of finding clarity and getting back to one's own authentic self after being influenced or manipulated by another person. The statement "I know your love wasn't true, now your time is overdue" implies a sense of betrayal or deception in the past relationship, and the artist's recognition that it is time to move on.
Overall, "A New Life" is an anthem of personal growth and resilience, encouraging listeners to focus on their own well-being and strive for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Expressing affirmation or agreement
I told that bitch to
I advised that person
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
Do you
Be true to yourself
I'm grinding for a new life
I'm working hard for a fresh start
I know your love wasn't true
I understand that your affection was insincere
Now your time overdue
Now it's time for you to face the consequences
You front your move
You pretend to be in control
I’m so confused
I feel lost and uncertain
I’m misconstrued
I'm misunderstood
You changed the way I move
You influenced my actions and behavior
And now I’m back to my mood
And now I've returned to my usual state of mind
Yeah, you're happy that I'm gone
Yes, you're pleased now that I'm no longer present
You can finally do you
You can finally focus on yourself
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Indicating enthusiasm or agreement
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jahmal Riddle
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@robertensign8786
Should have over 100 million views. Mike is THE BEST.
@balloonbeats
Can’t stop listening to this song, Mike always knows how to catch a vibe
@dekmartrades
Just turned 28 and I remember listening to Mike as a sophomore in college 8 years ago. I’ve always followed his music and listen to every album. When I see people say “Their evolving or trying something different” on other artists youtube, it usually means everyone hates their new sound. Mike is the ONLY artist I’m proud to say wow he is honestly growing and getting better, not changing to stay relevant. Amazing job here man.
@danielbaseball6811
Man I just turned 28 too, crazy how time flies isnt it? Feels like just yesterday I was sitting in my dorm room bumping Mike.
@deaconwolfe1808
Same… but 31!
@Tribe-et5qc
Same man
@AlexJohnson-kz8sy
Same here
@evanguzman6216
couldn’t agree more. mike is by far my fav artist who’s grown and gotten better as a person, artist, role model, etc
@ITzMichael523
I hope you never quit making music man. You literally just keep getting better and better bro. You'll always have my support! Being at one of your concerts is a completely different experience!!
@micaelagleason5676
Wack artist and wack taste in music, u have to be racist to pick him over anyone else