N-Trance are an eclectic British Eurohouse/techno group, formed in 1990. N-… Read Full Bio ↴N-Trance are an eclectic British Eurohouse/techno group, formed in 1990. N-Trance have had several hit singles of which their biggest include "Set You Free", "Stayin' Alive" and "Forever".

The group was founded by Dale Longworth and Kevin O'Toole in Oldham, England in 1990. Other members have included Kelly Llorenna, Rachel McFarlane and Richard Lyte (Ricardo Da Force).

Longworth and O'Toole met at The Oldham College, both being aspiring sound engineers. They initially began producing instrumental dance music together, going through a variety of names before finally adopting N-Trance.

Their early demos, including a rave version of a children's television show, made little impression. Trying a more serious approach with their next song, 1991s "Back to the Bass", N-Trance caught the attention of Pete Waterman as Longworth worked on his TV show The Hitman and Her. Waterman signed the band to his 380 Records label (now known as Eastern Bloc Records).

However, problems with sample clearance prevented the single's release. The band continued to write and record, adding vocalist Kelly Llorenna to the fold for the recording of their next single, "Set You Free". However, N-Trance chose not to release the single with 380 Records, opting instead to buy themselves out of their contract with the label. The band signed with a new label, All Around the World, and released "Set You Free" in early 1993.

The new single and the group's theatrical live performances, which included dancers and flame-throwers, as well as new vocalist Kelly Llorenna and rapper T-1K, propelled N-Trance to prominence in the European dance scene. At first "Set You Free" reached a lowly chart position of 82 in the UK Singles Chart, however, it was re-released in April 1994 and became the group's first top 40 hit, reaching no. 39.

"Turn Up the Power", featuring Loveland vocalist Rachel McFarlane, followed in October of the same year and sold considerably more copies, reaching no. 23.

Following the sudden increase in the group's popularity, they were pressured into a second re-release of "Set You Free". This time the track peaked at no. 2 in the UK chart, and was to become the highest selling dance single of 1995 - selling over 600,000 copies in the UK alone, and also charting in continental Europe and in Australia. "Set You Free" has since gone on to be one of the most remixed songs ever, with over forty mixes available.

The group recorded their first full-length album, Electronic Pleasure, in November 1995, which featured seven of the group's ever-expanding roster of vocalists (including David Grant), and musicians such as Vinny Burns and Snake Davis. Similarly, N-Trance's musical range expanded, embracing rap, disco and other styles in its scope.

The group's next single, a surprising cover of the Bee Gees hit "Stayin' Alive", was not only a massive international hit, but also featured a vocalist who would help define N-Trance's sound in the future, Ricardo Da Force, formerly rapper with The KLF.

Upon its release in the UK it debuted at no. 2, and internationally it became one of the biggest UK exports of 1995, reaching no. 1 in Australia and being top 5 in a number of European charts.

[edit] Later years

The release of further commercially successful singles, like "Electronic Pleasure", afforded N-Trance the possibility of building their own recording studio, Deep Blue, in 1996. They spent the following year and a half recording their second full-length album, Happy Hour, which was eventually released in 1999.

Hit singles from the album included disco cover versions of Rod Stewart's "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?" and Ottawan's "D.I.S.C.O.", and the hardcore techno clatter of "The Mind of the Machine", which featured the actor Steven Berkoff.

A best of album entitled Best Of N-Trance 1992-2002 was released in early 2001, backed by a trance remix of "Set You Free" which reached number 7 in October of that year.

In 2005, Longworth and O'Toole reached the Top 10, with the single "So Much Love to Give" released under the pseudonym the Freeloaders.

In October 2006 a new single was announced (with a sample) on the N-Trance website entitled "Nothing Lasts Forever".

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Shake Ya Body
N-Trance Lyrics

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Shake your body, your lovely body
Shake your body, your lovely body
Shake your body, your lovely body
Shake your body, shake your body

Once again we be coming right back,
With another blast from the past and you know that
Everybody's been stealing our style,

But now they're in the where are they now file
Drop the new improved Jackson groove, silky smooth
Bust a move, I can't lose, coz I'm,
Dressed to kill, I'm king of the hill, I got,
More girls than, Benny Hill
So, how ya feelin', have ya missed us,
Even if you hate us you can't resist
Nine nine hit the rewind,
MJ and the five and we still got the vibe, come on

Let's dance let's shout,
shake your body down to the ground.
Let's dance let's shout,
shake your body down to the ground.
Let's dance let's shout,
shake your body down to the ground.
Let's dance let's shout,
shake your body down to the ground.

Get down down down down down
Get down down down down down

Sit back relax unwind, and let the good times roll
Fill ya body and soul, with the sound of N-Trance
Making ya dance do the limbo!
Viva Latina
Gonna make ya rock, never stop, reach the top,
Get down with the king 'o' pop
There's a brand new kind on the scene
I'M A ONE MAN DANCING MACHINE
I know what ya wanna do,
Gonna party all night, get down wid da crew
That's right when we do our thing,
Let the DJ play, I wanna hear you sing

It's the sun sea sand and the rest,
All the ladies dressed to impress
Music pumping loud in the clubs,
Makes the summertime feel so good
Get down to the seventies sound with a funky lick,
It's a Jackson tip, with a remix

On the dancefloor through the night,
Marlon, Tito, Jermaine, Jackie, Mike

Overall Meaning

The song "Shake Ya Body" by N-Trance is all about getting people moving and dancing to the music. The lyrics repeatedly encourage listeners to "shake your body, your lovely body," urging them to let go and have a good time. The song also references Michael Jackson, one of the most iconic and influential pop stars of all time. N-Trance claims to have updated Jackson's classic style and fashioned a new "Jackson groove" that they call "silky smooth." They invite listeners to "get down with the king 'o' pop," and even name check Jackson and his brothers, Marlon, Tito, Jermaine, and Jackie.

The song suggests that N-Trance is aware that other artists have been copying their style, but they aren't threatened by the competition. They are confident that they are the real deal and that their music will always remain popular. They say that they are "dressed to kill" and have "more girls than Benny Hill." They urge listeners to join them and dance along to the music, claiming that they are a "one man dancing machine" and that they know what people want.

Overall, the lyrics to "Shake Ya Body" are upbeat, fun, and designed to get people up and moving. The song is a party anthem that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and dance the night away.

Line by Line Meaning

Shake your body, your lovely body
The artist is encouraging the listener to dance and enjoy their body.

Once again we be coming right back, With another blast from the past and you know that Everybody's been stealing our style, But now they're in the where are they now file Drop the new improved Jackson groove, silky smooth Bust a move, I can't lose, coz I'm, Dressed to kill, I'm king of the hill, I got, More girls than, Benny Hill So, how ya feelin', have ya missed us, Even if you hate us you can't resist Nine nine hit the rewind, MJ and the five and we still got the vibe, come on
The artist is confident in their style and reputation as a music group. They reference Michael Jackson's popular dance style and claim to have improved and adapted it for their own music. They acknowledge that people may have taken inspiration from them, but they have not faded into obscurity. They are aware of their popularity and confident in their ability to make music that people enjoy.

Let's dance let's shout, shake your body down to the ground. Let's dance let's shout, shake your body down to the ground. Let's dance let's shout, shake your body down to the ground. Let's dance let's shout, shake your body down to the ground. Get down down down down down Get down down down down down
The artist is repeating their previous encouragement for the listener to dance and enjoy themselves. They are using a fun and energetic tone to engage the listener and get them excited about dancing. The repeated 'get down' line is likely meant to build momentum and create a sense of anticipation for the listener.

Sit back relax unwind, and let the good times roll Fill ya body and soul, with the sound of N-Trance Making ya dance do the limbo! Viva Latina Gonna make ya rock, never stop, reach the top, Get down with the king 'o' pop There's a brand new kind on the scene I'M A ONE MAN DANCING MACHINE I know what ya wanna do, Gonna party all night, get down wid da crew That's right when we do our thing, Let the DJ play, I wanna hear you sing
The artist is continuing with their high-energy encouragement for the listener to dance and have a good time. They reference Latin and pop music influences and claim to be a 'one man dancing machine'. They are confident in their ability to keep the party going all night and want the listener to join in the fun. The mention of the DJ implies that dancing and music are the main focus of the song.

It's the sun sea sand and the rest, All the ladies dressed to impress Music pumping loud in the clubs, Makes the summertime feel so good Get down to the seventies sound with a funky lick, It's a Jackson tip, with a remix On the dancefloor through the night, Marlon, Tito, Jermaine, Jackie, Mike
The artist is painting a scene of summer and fun at the beach or in clubs. They reference fashion and the loud music typically found in club environments. They also reference 70s music and the Jackson family's influence on it. The mention of the Jackson brothers implies a continuation of their earlier reference to Michael Jackson's dance style and influence. Overall, the song is meant to be a fun and energetic dance song that encourages the listener to let loose and enjoy themselves.

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