He is known for his many productions and remixes including those for Erasure, Spice Girls, The Doobie Brothers, Robert Palmer, Saint Etienne, Pulp, Dubstar and Pet Shop Boys, as well as his own singles including "Mission", "Rockin' for Myself", "Break The Chain" and "Searching For The Golden Eye". His highest-profile work was composing and producing the song "Ooh Aah... Just A Little Bit" for Gina G. The song was a UK number 1 and international hit and its stateside success brought Rodway both a Grammy nomination and an ASCAP award.
Motiv 8 remixes have a reputation for being focused on songwriting and composition, generally keeping the full vocal track — an approach that Rodway attributes to coming from a background of songwriting, as opposed to DJing.
Rockin' for Myself
Motiv8 Lyrics
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To bare it down to be in flight
It wasn't about me, it was only a stone in my shoe
Then worries came to perch on us
Impatience and a painted bust
I kept you close to me, close to my ear
We set out once with folded shirts
With hairy chests and well rehearsed
I'll set it right between your eyes
Your shoulder blades, your running knife
I want it all, I want it all for myself
Improving all the time, I am
Improving as I kiss the hem
I promise I won't be a trouble at all
For I'm okay, I'm in the red
Impressions of the unmade bed
You cradled close to me, close to my ear
We set out once, forget our shirts
With hairy chests and well rehearsed
I want it all, I want it all for myself
Out in the earth I smell of you
Of bathing boy, amazing you
I want it all, I want it all for myself
The lyrics to Motiv8's song "Rockin For Myself" convey a sense of determination and a thirst for personal success. The use of repetition, such as "To bare it down to be in flight" and "I want it all, I want it all for myself," sends a powerful message about the singer's unwavering desire to achieve their goals. The phrase "It wasn't about me, it was only a stone in my shoe" suggests that the singer has had to overcome obstacles in order to pursue their dreams.
The lines "Improving all the time, I am / Improving as I kiss the hem" further illustrate the singer's determination, as they are constantly striving for self-improvement. They promise that they "won't be a trouble at all," indicating that they are willing to work hard and make sacrifices to achieve their goals without causing problems for others. The final lines, "Out in the earth I smell of you / Of bathing boy, amazing you," perhaps suggest that the singer's success will be a reflection of their connection to those they love.
Line by Line Meaning
To bare it down to be in flight
Simplify things to achieve greater success
To bare it down to be in flight
Simplify things to achieve greater success
It wasn't about me, it was only a stone in my shoe
My problems were minor and didn't define me
Then worries came to perch on us
We were suddenly burdened by our anxieties
Impatience and a painted bust
Our frustrations were visible and unproductive
I kept you close to me, close to my ear
I relied on you for comfort and support
We set out once with folded shirts
We were once organized and prepared
With hairy chests and well rehearsed
Confident and practiced in our abilities
I want it all, I want it all for myself
I have lofty goals and desires for personal success
I'll set it right between your eyes
I'll confront challenges head-on
Your shoulder blades, your running knife
Your strengths and weaknesses are both known to me
I want it all, I want it all for myself
I'm driven to achieve great things alone
Improving all the time, I am
I am constantly making progress
Improving as I kiss the hem
I learn from the details and small moments
I promise I won't be a trouble at all
I won't cause issues or complications
For I'm okay, I'm in the red
I'm comfortable with taking risks
Impressions of the unmade bed
Evidence of our intimacy together
You cradled close to me, close to my ear
You were a source of comfort and support
We set out once, forget our shirts
We were once carefree and spontaneous
With hairy chests and well rehearsed
Confident and practiced in our abilities
I want it all, I want it all for myself
I have lofty goals and desires for personal success
Out in the earth I smell of you
Your presence is still felt everywhere I go
Of bathing boy, amazing you
I remember you fondly and admire you
I want it all, I want it all for myself
I'm driven to achieve great things alone
Contributed by Cooper W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@donnyazoff980
I am 55 years old and this song makes me want to dance!!!
@sabfan66
me too0. I was an aerobics instructor and this was one of the great tracks we used together with all the other great eurodance tunes o f 92 to 97
@gigigirl0
Me too 😁 I love it
@br8475
Motiv8 has that effect!
@emmahandley3789
Play this tune and even my teenagers and 9 year old love it, that’s when music was class
@fredmost
Still more in the tank donny 50s are the new 30s
@superman01011
Kids today simply wouldn’t understand the awesomeness of this and other legendary songs from our era of the magical 90’s. I’m so glad I was around for that time not the utter rubbish you hear these days
@benmccann2180
anthem 🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇🏅
@emma7woodall
Im 48 and can still dance all night , all my 4 kids went home at 1 , i rolled in at 6 😂 still some life in me yet !!!
@dannysmith5229
Got this on cassette single from Woolworths to play in my Nova SRI lol... good times & great memories