(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!
ordinary people
M.I.K.E. Lyrics
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Ya ya ya ya on the one
Summer madness baby here we go again
The world is oops upside your head yes it is
Lookin' for the future, wish upon a star
I know the funk will take me far
We're just ordinary people funky funky
We're just ordinary people funky funky
Hi hi hi we're just ordinary people
Always ready on the one
Hi hi hi we're just ordinary people
Always ready on the one
F.U.N.K we funky band making history
On the one shooting bullets S.W.E
Heavyweight soy chileno tengo mucho para ti.
Así, el veterano rocking whit the swedish O.G
We just ordinary people staying low-key
Straight from the project (project)
Taking it back were we started (started)
We're just ordinary people
We're just ordinary people
We're just ordinary people
We're just ordinary people
Try to get some lovin'
I'm a simple man
And I try to do my best
Wind is changing faster to the darker side
We have to stick together you and I
We're just ordinary people funky funky
We're just ordinary people funky funky
Hi hi hi we're just ordinary people
Always ready on the one
Hi hi hi we're just ordinary people
Always ready on the one
Hi hi hi, hi hi, always ready on the one
Ya ya ya ya on the one
Ya ya ya ya on the one
The lyrics of the song "Ordinary People" by M.I.K.E. express the idea that despite the difficulties and limitations of our current moment, we should keep celebrating life and having fun, just like we always have. This is reflected in the opening line "It's a total lockdown, but we have to celebrate," which acknowledges the pandemic situation that the world is currently facing. However, the chorus emphasizes the fact that even in these uncertain times, we are still just ordinary people, and we can still have an amazing time, as long as we're always ready to go "on the one."
The second verse of the song features some intriguing lines, such as "F.U.N.K we funky band making history," which seems to suggest that the band members are aware of their cultural significance and the contribution they're making to the music scene. Additionally, the line "Wind is changing faster to the darker side, we have to stick together you and I" could be interpreted as a call to unity and solidarity in the face of social and political issues.
Overall, "Ordinary People" is a song that celebrates the power of fun and music to bring people together, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a total lockdown, but we have to celebrate
Despite a lockdown, we must find a way to celebrate.
Ya ya ya ya on the one
Expressing excitement, energy and spirit to make the celebration memorable.
Summer madness baby here we go again
The summer season brings a wave of excitement and good times that keep coming.
The world is oops upside your head yes it is
The world is chaotic and unpredictable, but we can still thrive.
Lookin' for the future, wish upon a star
We always look forward and hope for a better future.
I know the funk will take me far
The power of music can take us to great heights.
We're just ordinary people funky funky
We might seem like regular people, but we have some funk and style.
Hi hi hi we're just ordinary people, always ready on the one
We're ready to jump in and groove to the beat.
F.U.N.K we funky band making history
Our band is a force to be reckoned with, making music history.
On the one shooting bullets S.W.E
We're delivering powerful and precise beats, like shooting bullets.
Heavyweight soy chileno tengo mucho para ti
I might be a heavyweight Chilean, but I have a lot to offer.
Así el veterano rocking whit the swedish O.G
Together we're a veteran and a Swedish Original Gangster, rocking the music world.
We just ordinary people staying low-key
We might be popular and successful, but we still stay humble and down to earth.
Straight from the project taking it back were we started
We came from humble roots and always remember where we started.
Try to get some lovin' I'm a simple man
Even with all our success, we still appreciate the simple things and seek love.
And I try to do my best wind is changing faster to the darker side
We always give our best, even when things get challenging.
We have to stick together you and I
In tough times, we need to support and rely on each other.
Ya ya ya ya on the one
Reinforcing the energy and excitement to keep the party going.
Ya ya ya ya on the one
Reinforcing the energy and excitement to keep the party going.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Anders Augusstsson, Chris Meijer, Emrik Larsson, Gonzalo Reyes, Wefunky Band
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Udara Alwis
One of the greatest videos ever! I remember watching this back in 2012, which totally changed my perspective of life, these words kept echoing in my head all times and right now I'm here watching this again in 2016, brings back so much of memories! Oh yeah I have reached way above what I thought I could become! :)
Thanks for this man! Keep motivating many more thousands like myself!
ImaFlyNmidget
This voice over is the next Morgan Freeman!
House Of Hoops
I still waitin for this damn music though
J D
Still waiting
The Greatness Mind Network
"Going as far as you can, and then going farther. I don't collect titles. I collect hours - hours of hard work." .. Absolutely love this commercial and message! Reminds me of something Buddha once said: "It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles."
Ganzolo
Magnifique. J’ai regardé ça y’a 8 ans, et j’y suis revenu maintenant. S’en souvenir 8 ans après! Véritable travail d’artiste.
GuitarxWolf
This is by far the best motivational Nike commercial yet...now I want to go run me some sprints...thanks Nike...
Джан
this is the best commercial ever...this shit represents us...all of us ballin in the streets thru the years
Martin S
6 years ago, i was in a bad situation and this video helped and motivated me alot
Zephyr Khambatta
+QWERTZ Me too.