His "Skitzmix" series of compilations has become well-known in Australian dance circles for featuring remixes and megamixes of wellknown dance songs and are the best selling DJ compilations in Australia. He has also featured on Ministry of Sound & Wild compilations.
Skitz's track "The Ultimate" has reached #2 on the dance charts in the UK. His first pop hit "Slave to the Music" reached the top 20 in Australia in November 2003 and was a cover of an original song by Twenty 4 Seven.
In 2004, he joined forces with Mark Gable, lead singer of Australian rock band The Choirboys to rework their 1987 Australian #1 hit "Run to Paradise" as a dance track. The song, billed as Nick Skitz vs. the Choirboys, debuted in the top 20 of the Australian pop charts in July 2004. The single also features a remix by Jason Nevins.
Nick Skitz web site: http://www.nickskitz.com/
Slave to the Music
Nick Skitz Lyrics
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Slave to the music
I'm a slave to the music
Take your time, find a way to do
Control the line, let the record get into your mind
And let it start to renovate
Do it good do it now and don't you wait
Yes I'm hooked up the music on the run
If you wanna be high take it score
And give me more
Slave to the music (oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na) I'm a slave to the music (na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah) (x2)
I'm a party freak and I really mean a freak
Every day of the week
I can't live my life without jammin'
That is why my life is so slammin'
I take you up to a place where you never been
Far away from home and then back again
Get ready for this and get dressed
'Cause when you miss the boat you're gonna be stressed
Yeah, 3, 2, 1
Countdown and the party has begun
Let's do it right now let's go for it
'Cause I feel for you when I show for it
S-T-A-Y and C
If you wanna have fun you better call me
Get down get down to the sound
I'm in town
Slave to the music (oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na) I'm a slave to the music (na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah) (x6)
Hmmm, you better believe what I told ya
'Cause if you don't I will come back to hold ya
And when you're ready, come on and tell me
I'm gonna be right there waiting for the yell C
Yes, 'cause I'm talkin' about a change
I'm talkin' about a change of lifestyle
The way you went to me was very strange
Stay tuned for a while
I could have been a criminal
Because I live like an animal
A whole place is mad, that's terrible
I was a kid so I tried to live with it
Thinking I was a weak individual
But I was not, I was so strong
And so the music helped me get along
Take a look at me now 'cause here I am
I'm your main man
Slave to the music (oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na) I'm a slave to the music (na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
(Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)]
The song "Slave to the Music" by Nick Skitz is a classic dance tune that celebrates the power of music to uplift and inspire. The lyrics speak to the transformative experience of losing oneself in the rhythm and letting the music take over. The chorus repeats the phrase "Slave to the music" to emphasize this idea, and the verses describe the singer's own obsession with music, how it has helped them overcome difficult times, and how it connects people together in a joyful celebration.
The first verse encourages listeners to take their time and let the music "renovate" their minds. The singer describes themselves as an addict to music, constantly hooked and running to keep up with the beat. They encourage listeners to get high off the music and give themselves over to its power. The second verse emphasizes the singer's love of partying and the importance of dancing and jamming to their daily life. They describe taking the listener to new places with the music and getting ready for the excitement of the party. The bridge speaks to some of the more challenging experiences the singer has had and how music helped them through those times. The chorus repeats throughout the song to drive home the message of being a slave to the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah (x4)
Repetitive sound that creates a catchy and memorable hook.
Slave to the music
Being completely dedicated to the power and allure of music.
I'm a slave to the music
Personal affirmation and ownership of total musical dedication.
Take your time, find a way to do
Finding the right rhythm and approach to achieve success.
Control the line, let the record get into your mind
Allowing the music to influence your state of mind and creative process.
And let it start to renovate
Actively seeking new ways to be creative and innovative in your musical endeavors.
Do it good do it now and don't you wait
Urgency and emphasis on good quality and immediate action.
I'm an addict, I don't give none
Complete addiction to music and refusal to give up or settle for less.
Yes I'm hooked up the music on the run
Fully invested in music and always on the move to pursue it.
If you wanna be high take it score
Music is the ultimate gateway to reaching higher states and reaching for success.
And give me more
Desire and demand for more music and musical experiences.
(Oh nay na na na nay na) I'm a slave to the music (na na nay-ah)
Reiteration of the desire to be fully dedicated to the power of music.
(x2) (Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
Repetitive sound to emphasize the total dedication to music.
I'm a party freak and I really mean a freak
Passion and enthusiasm for partying and making music.
Every day of the week
Continuous dedication to music every day of the week.
I can't live my life without jammin'
Music is a necessary part of life and personal identity.
That is why my life is so slammin'
Living a great life thanks to the power of music.
I take you up to a place where you never been
Music can take people to new and exciting places and experiences.
Far away from home and then back again
Traveling and experiencing different places and returning to your roots.
Get ready for this and get dressed
Preparing for a musical or social event and putting in the effort to look good.
'Cause when you miss the boat you're gonna be stressed
The consequence of missing out on opportunities or experiences.
Yeah, 3, 2, 1
Countdown to a musical or social moment.
Countdown and the party has begun
Starting the party and setting the mood with music.
Let's do it right now let's go for it
Urgency and ambition to commit to a musical or social moment.
'Cause I feel for you when I show for it
Showing passion and dedication for yourself and others during a musical or social event.
S-T-A-Y and C
Spell out the word 'stay' and then the letter 'c' as a musical reference.
If you wanna have fun you better call me
Emphasis on personal connections and social interaction for musical enjoyment and fun.
Get down get down to the sound
Enjoying the music by dancing or being emotionally involved in the sound.
I'm in town
Musical reference to 'being present and engaged' in a particular situation or event.
(x6) (Oh nay na na na nay na, na na nay-ah)
Full emphasis on the power of the hook and repetition of the dedication to music.
Hmmm, you better believe what I told ya
Assertive and confident statement that what has been said is true and important.
'Cause if you don't I will come back to hold ya
Warning of negative consequences for not taking music seriously or not appreciating it enough.
And when you're ready, come on and tell me
Encouragement and waiting for others to join in on appreciating and enjoying music.
I'm gonna be right there waiting for the yell C
Promise to be available and waiting for the right musical moment.
Yes, 'cause I'm talkin' about a change
Promise and hope of a positive change in music or personal life.
I'm talkin' about a change of lifestyle
Desire and commitment to change personal habits or daily routine to benefit music or overall well-being.
The way you went to me was very strange
Expressing confusion or distress about a past situation or event.
Stay tuned for a while
Remaining patient and optimistic about the future of music and personal developments.
I could have been a criminal
Reflecting on past mistakes or negative personal attributes.
Because I live like an animal
Describing a past life of neglect or negativity.
A whole place is mad, that's terrible
Commentary on a negative past situation or environment.
I was a kid so I tried to live with it
Accepting past mistakes or situations as a youthful individual.
Thinking I was a weak individual
Negative self-image or lack of confidence in personal abilities during a past time.
But I was not, I was so strong
Realization and empowerment of personal strength and ability.
And so the music helped me get along
Crediting music as a tool or mechanism for personal growth and progress.
Take a look at me now 'cause here I am
Pride and confidence in personal progress and journey.
I'm your main man
Assertion and authority in personal music or social status.
Writer(s): ruud vanrijen
Contributed by Taylor N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.