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.
The Whistle Song
Netsky Lyrics
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Yeah
Yeah
Wooh
Netsky
We're gonna do this one for the love
Wooh
You better do it for love
Come on and put in some love
You better do it for love
Come on and show us some love
You better do it for love
Come on and put in some love
You better do it for love
Is this love, is this love, is this love?
You better do it for love
You better do it for love
You better do it for love
You better do it for love
Round and round I go
You know I see so many faces
They don't know the reason
Why they're all inside this place
If they're seen that makes it right
It keeps us all together
They will try to seperate
But I know it's the treasure
You better do it for love
You gotta end it with love
You gotta kill 'em with love
You better do it for love
Come on and show us some love
Come on and put in some love
Come on let's do it with love
You gotta end it with love
You gotta kill 'em with love
Come on and show us some love
The Whistle Song by Netsky feat. Dynamite MC is a dance track that encourages people to enjoy themselves on the dance floor for the pure love of music. The lyrics emphasize the importance of love and unity, reminding us that music has the power to bring people from diverse backgrounds together. The chorus, "You better do it for love, come on and put in some love," repeats throughout the song, urging listeners to dance simply because they love to.
The verses describe the experience of being in a crowded club or bar, surrounded by people you may not know, but all coming together for the same reason – to enjoy the music. The lyrics suggest that the reason for being there is not important, as long as everyone is having a good time together. The lyrics "Round and round I go, you know I see so many faces, they don't know the reason why they're all inside this place," signify the idea that people don't always know why they feel drawn to music, but they go along with it anyway.
Overall, the lyrics to The Whistle Song are meant to be interpreted as a call to action for people to embrace the power of music and enjoy it, regardless of their background, social status, or purpose for being there.
Line by Line Meaning
You better do it for love
You need to act out of a place of love and affection
Come on and put in some love
Give it your all and make it a labor of love
Come on and show us some love
Demonstrate your love and affection to those around you
Is this love, is this love, is this love?
Questioning whether what we're doing is truly out of love
Round and round I go
Feeling stuck or trapped in a repetitive cycle
You know I see so many faces
Observing the multitude of people around us
They don't know the reason
Not understanding the purpose behind their actions or presence
If they're seen that makes it right
Believing that being part of a crowd or movement validates their actions
It keeps us all together
Feeling a sense of unity or community with others who share similar actions or beliefs
They will try to seperate
Anticipating outside forces trying to divide or break apart the community
But I know it's the treasure
Holding onto the belief that the love and connection within the community is valuable
You gotta end it with love
It's important to conclude actions or relationships with love and compassion
You gotta kill 'em with love
Defeating negativity or hate with an overwhelming display of love and positivity
Come on let's do it with love
Encouraging others to join in and approach everything with a loving mindset
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
poopstainhotdog1
to this day i have no idea how this song did not become bigger than it did...one of my absolute favorites, and it kills on the dance floor
Bimo Pradana
maybe the promotion wasn't big enough
Jayo Caine
poopstainhotdog1 when was the last time you've heard DnB at the club, or even a rave
poopstainhotdog1
Jayo Caine all the time man...where u live at? im on the west coast USA
Jayo Caine
westcoast canada.
poopstainhotdog1
Jayo Caine hmm thats interesting
Clearlyblurry
I wish Netsky would still make DnB like this.
Purianite
Props to the guys who did the video. It's pretty much perfect, and worthy of such an awesome song!
nellypryor114
Definitely
Memeroot
Even in the hardest times of my life, this song makes me feel ok. This is a wonderful song!