Maduk first came to prominence via the YouTube channel Liquicity Drum & Bass in 2011. Van der Schoot had started producing just a year before and had given his friend Maris Goudzwaard -- who ran Liquicity -- a copy of the track "Avalon" which was promptly uploaded. The liquid drum and bass sound was the perfect fit for the burgeoning channel and was released on their new label of the same name.
Joining forces with Goudzwaard in 2013 to setup the label and their Amsterdam-based club nights, Van der Schoot continued to release on Liquicity and multiple other labels. With his brand of drum and bass becoming popular and winning both best newcomer DJ and Producer at the Drum&Bass Awards 2014 & 2015, Maduk released his debut album "Never Give Up” on U.K.-based label Hospital Records in April of 2016.
Don't Be Afraid
Maduk Lyrics
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To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
Don't be afraid
To look in my eyes
The lyrics to Maduk's song Don't Be Afraid are a simple but powerful message about opening oneself up to a connection with another person. The repeated phrase "Don't be afraid to look in my eyes" is a call to let down one's guard and allow themselves to be seen and accepted by another. Looking someone in the eyes is an act of vulnerability that can be scary, but Maduk is urging the listener to embrace that vulnerability and take a chance on a deeper emotional connection.
The repetition of this phrase emphasizes the importance of the message and creates a hypnotic, almost meditative quality to the song. The gentle, uplifting beat and electronic instrumentals also contribute to this feeling of being transported to a place of peace and connection. Overall, the lyrics to Don't Be Afraid are a reminder to let go of fears and trust in the power of human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't be afraid
I want you to know that there is nothing to fear between us.
To look in my eyes
I am inviting you to connect with me on a deep and emotional level.
Don't be afraid
I am reassurring you that you will be safe with me.
To look in my eyes
I want you to feel comfortable enough to be completely honest and vulnerable with me.
Don't be afraid
You can trust me, and there is no reason to feel apprehensive.
Don't be afraid
I want to build a meaningful connection with you, and I hope you are open to it.
To look in my eyes
I am offering a sincere and genuine connection that goes beyond words.
Don't be afraid
Let go of any doubts or reservations, and allow yourself to be present in the moment with me.
To look in my eyes
By making eye contact, we can communicate and establish a bond that is authentic and unbreakable.
Contributed by Julia L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tyrochus
2020... Maduk will be on my playlist forever <3
MEMOLLEX CON POSHO
In My futuristic list 2020-2030-2077
GreaterGood
He’s a legend. Transformations was so good
Brandon Soer
Still one of the best dnb songs I've ever heard.
T00n Visi0n
Don’t Be Afraid is now 10 years old! What a way to start UKF D&B 2013! I believe this was also Maduk’s first appearance on UKF! Maduk always makes some of the catchiest D&B tracks out there! This is still good in 2023!
Elliott Hayes
More UKF music needs to be like this
Deefex dB
first time listening to this. such a confidence booster.
MyNameStartsWithTriangles
the song still holds up
XenoChrist
Seriously, hit a new deadlift PR with the help of this song
Marly Rider
Maduk will be huge in 2013. Best drum and bass producer around at the moment.