Following a series of hotly tipped 2009 singles, he signed to London Elektricity's renowned Hospital Records and released his self-titled debut the following year. Since 2012, Netsky has toured with a full band, in addition to releasing two numerically titled albums, both of which topped the Belgian charts, and his sound has expanded to encompass dubstep, hip-hop, and electro-house.
Taking his stage name from a computer worm affecting Microsoft Windows operating systems, Daenen's first releases as Netsky first appeared in 2009, on independent drum'n'bass labels like Talkin Beatz and Liq-weed Ganja. His melodic, energetic sound made him a natural fit for Hospital Records, who signed him at the end of the year. The debut full-length Netsky appeared in 2010, showcasing Daenen's ability to switch between rigorous dancefloor tracks and full-blown songs with guest vocalists. After collaborating with labelmate Danny Byrd on the 2011 single "Tonight," Netsky's second album, 2, was released in 2012. Reaching the top spot in his native country in addition to charting high in New Zealand and the U.K., the album included four Belgian Top 20-charting singles and guest vocals by Diane Charlemagne and Billie, both of whom toured as part of the Netsky live band. By then, he was an in-demand remix producer, having reworked songs by Swedish House Mafia, Miike Snow, Jessie J, and several others.
"Running Low," a collaboration with American singer Beth Ditto, was released in 2014, and became Netsky's first number one single in his native country. Signing with Epic Records, he released his third album, 3, in 2016. Sporting a noticeably poppier sound and featuring guest appearances from the likes of Emeli Sandé, Saint Raymond, Lowell, and the peculiarly named Digital Farm Animals, the album was another success, topping the Belgian charts while hitting the Top Ten of the dance charts in the U.K. and the United States. He followed the album with the 2017 single "Here with You" (with Lost Frequencies) and 2018's "Téquila Limonada" (featuring A.CHAL). In 2019 Netsky teamed up with Aloe Blacc for the single "Snitch." ~ Andy Kellman & Paul Simpson.
Netsky’s profile as a remixer has been affirmed by his huge remixes of ubiquitous club anthems such as Pendulum – “Witchcraft”, Plan B, Leftfield –“Release The Pressure”, Audio Bullies –“Only Man”, Swedish House Mafia – “One”, Jessie J – “Nobody’s Perfect” and Rusko – “Everyday” and more.
Mellow
Netsky Lyrics
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Have you ever tried?
Have you ever been happy?
Have you ever tried?
Have you ever been mellow?
Have you ever tried?
Have you ever been happy...
At first glance, it seems that the lyrics to Netsky's "Mellow" are simple and repetitive, but there's a deeper message hidden within. The song starts with a series of questions - have you ever been mellow? Have you ever tried to be? - that imply that being mellow, or laid-back, is something that the singer values. In fact, the repeated refrain of "have you ever been happy?" suggests that being chill and relaxed is key to finding true happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever been mellow?
Have you ever experienced a state of relaxation and calmness?
Have you ever tried?
Have you made an effort to feel mellow and peaceful?
Have you ever been happy?
Have you felt content and satisfied with your life?
Have you ever tried?
Have you made an effort to find happiness in life?
Have you ever been mellow?
Have you experienced a sensation of tranquility and ease?
Have you ever tried?
Have you attempted to reach a state of relaxation and peacefulness?
Have you ever been happy...
Have you ever truly found joy and happiness in life, or is it something you are still searching for?
Contributed by Sophie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ImTheAwesomeGirl1
Can't stop listening to this.
@things4102
lisa
@purchaseyourtrackz
Thank you
@adeshkumar1063
2021 ... omg I remember this tune like was yesterday..
Wow nearly 10 years lol...
This tune would always be in my heart amazing as I had amazing times in 2011 ....
Sadly now with covid 19 , I can still listen to this and feel lots great energy ..
@bmullett707
This will always be one I come back to. The feels!
@Rboxxxzz
This track got me into drum n bass, thank god it did.
@adammoller8259
mine was memory lane :)
@blitzkid02
Me too I was in college around the release time of this song and I found it again, but this time I'm older and got some things figured out, i turned around. 180. And it saved me. Love and peace!
@GSY_Matt
god no problem bro
@speedjibaro4202
2022 just going back in time.....