The group's initial success was aided in part by popular trance musicians remixing their original work. The first single to be released in 2001 was the song "Clear Blue Water" which was remixed by several artists, but the most successful remix was done by Ferry Corsten. The second single "Sky Falls Down" was released in 2002 and remixed by Armin van Buuren. The third single "Beautiful Together" was released in 2003 and was remixed by Seraque, Silvester and Signum. The single that is considered to be their break-through track is "Satellite" their fourth single which was released in 2004.
On 24 August 2007 "Breaking Ties" (Above & Beyond's Analog Haven Mix), was featured on TATW #178. Audio footage of "Breaking Ties" started to surface on YouTube around October 2007. On 1 November 2007, Miracle also appeared on YouTube. Although this was given as the title on the Above & Beyond official forum, at the time the title was unconfirmed.
McGuinness and Siljamäki of OceanLab discussed the album during an interview in Riga, Latvia: We've been experimenting with a completely new sound - one of the tracks we're working on right now features a 56 piece mouse choir. We went diving in Formentera too to record some noises from the dolphins.
On 14 March 2008, "Sirens of the Sea" (Above & Beyond Club Mix) premiered on TATW #207. It was presented as one of the new singles for the upcoming album. Prior to this, "Sirens of the Sea" (Kyau & Albert Remix) was released on Above and Beyond's Anjunabeats Volume 3.
On 7 April 2008, the single "Sirens of the Sea" was released. New remixes by Sonorous, Cosmic Gate, as well as the Kyau & Albert remix were included. Also included was a .WAV file of Maor Levi's remix of "Sirens of the Sea".
On 10 June 2008, OceanLab's debut album - Sirens of the Sea - was announced on the Anjunabeats website with a release date of 21 July 2008. The single, "Miracle", appeared a week earlier on 14 July 2008. Included in the single are Above and Beyond's Club Mix of tracks, as well as remixes by Martin Roth, Michael Cassette and Fletch. The "Sirens of the Sea Remixed" album released in 2009 includes the most successful remixes of OceanLab's three most popular tracks that had only been released as singles - Satellite, Sky Falls Down and Clear Blue Water.
On 30 January 2014, McGuinness and Siljamäki confirmed via Reddit that the artist name OceanLab would no longer be used on future productions, with Justine Suissa now being identified as a part of Above & Beyond.
On 26 September 2015, however, Above & Beyond featured a new surprise Oceanlab production at ABGT150 in Sydney, Australia. The title of this new trance single is Another Chance.
Albums
* 2008: Sirens of the Sea
* 2009: Sirens of the Sea: Remixed
Singles
* 2001: "Clear Blue Water"
* 2002: "Sky Falls Down"
* 2003: "Beautiful Together"
* 2004: "Satellite"
* 2008: "Sirens of the Sea"
* 2008: "Miracle"
* 2008: "Breaking Ties"
* 2009: "On A Good Day"
* 2009: "Lonely Girl"
* 2010 "On A Good Day (Metropolis)"
* 2016 "Another Chance"
Remixes
* 2001: "When Love Breaks Down (OceanLab Remix)" - Teaser
* 2002: "For a Lifetime (OceanLab Remix)" - Ascension
* 2009: "tonight (above & beyond remix) - dirty vegas
Miracle
Oceanlab Lyrics
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What they're harming with their indecision
But who will be left standing when I'm gone?
There'll be nothing left but a vision
It's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It's too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
Are you hoping for a miracle
As the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There's a price we'll have to pay
Don't they know that there's something they can do
To be sure of tomorrow's tomorrow
And too late is too late for me and you
No more time left for you to borrow
It's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It's too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle
Am I still there in your plans
No use hoping for a miracle
There's a price we'll have to pay
Are you hoping for a miracle
Are you hoping for a miracle
The lyrics of the song Miracle by Oceanlab stress on the importance of individuals taking responsibility for their actions, especially regarding climate change. The opening line, "Don't they know that there's something going on?" highlights the issue of ignorance and inaction towards such critical matters. The song urges people not to remain indecisive and make a collective effort to safeguard our planet. The line "But who will be left standing when I'm gone? There'll be nothing left but a vision" emphasizes that we must act now before it's too late, or else there will be nothing left for the future generation.
The chorus, "Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away? No use hoping for a miracle, there's a price we'll have to pay," brings attention to the urgency of the matter and warns against relying on miracles to save us from the consequences of our actions.
The song possibly also suggests that we cannot merely depend on a single person or group to bring about a change. Instead, it is our responsibility to be the change and take control of our future. The lyrics, "There are some times when you should try to find your voice. This is one voice that you must find today," serve as a call to action for people to come together and speak out on issues that impact our planet's future.
Overall, the song 'Miracle' is a powerful reminder that we cannot take our planet for granted and must take appropriate measures to ensure its well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't they know that there's something going on?
People are unaware of the situation that is occurring in the present time.
What they're harming with their indecision
Their indecisiveness is causing harm to the situation.
But who will be left standing when I'm gone?
When one is gone, who will be there to continue the cause?
There'll be nothing left but a vision
In the future, all that will be left is the memory of what was.
It's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
Ignoring the issue at hand is simple and cowardly.
It's too easy to bow your head and pray
Praying without taking any actions is insufficient towards solving the issue.
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
At certain times, it is important to speak up and take a stand.
This is one voice that you must find today
Today, you must find your voice and use it to make a difference.
Are you hoping for a miracle
Are you expecting a sudden, almost magical solution or outcome?
As the ice caps melt away?
As a result of climate change.
No use hoping for a miracle
Hoping for a miracle is futile without taking any actions.
There's a price we'll have to pay
There will be consequences to our choices and actions, and we will have to face them.
Don't they know that there's something they can do
People are unaware that they have the power to make a change.
To be sure of tomorrow's tomorrow
To secure a better future for the generations to come.
And too late is too late for me and you
It is important to take action sooner rather than later since time is running out.
No more time left for you to borrow
There is no more time remaining to wait and take any action.
Am I still there in your plans
Is the issue still a priority in your agenda or has it been forgotten?
Are you hoping for a miracle
Are you still hoping for a magical outcome without taking any actions?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ROBYN SMITH, WAYNE ANTHONY HECTOR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Jabeye
Don’t they know that there’s something going on?
What they’re harming with their indecision
But who will be left standing when I’m gone?
There’ll be nothing left but a vision
It’s too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It’s too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There’s a price we’ll have to pay
It’s too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It’s too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There’s a price we’ll have to pay
@MrSaiffx
Don't they know that there's something going on
What they're harming with their indecision
But who will be left standing when I'm gone?
There'll be nothing left but a vision
It's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It's too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle
As the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There's a price we'll have to pay
It's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It's too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle
As the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
@globalhumanism
don't they know that there's something going on?
what they're harming with their indecision
but who will be left standing when I'm gone?
there'll be nothing left but a vision
and it's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
it's too easy to bow your head and pray
there are some times when you should try to find your voice
and this is one voice that you must find today
are you hoping for a miracle
as the ice caps melt away?
no use hoping for a miracle
there's a price we'll have to pay
don't they know there's something they can do
to be sure of tomorrow's tomorrow?
and too late is too late for me and you
no more time left for you to borrow
and it's too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
it's too easy to bow your head and pray
there are some times when you should try to find your voice
and this is one voice that you must find today
are you hoping for a miracle
as the ice caps melt away?
no use hoping for a miracle
@Jabeye
Amazing song!
Don’t they know that there’s something going on?
What they’re harming with their indecision
But who will be left standing when I’m gone?
There’ll be nothing left but a vision
It’s too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It’s too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There’s a price we’ll have to pay
It’s too easy to turn a blind eye to the light
It’s too easy to bow your head and pray
There are some times when you should try to find your voice
This is one voice that you must find today
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
Are you hoping for a miracle, as the ice caps melt away?
No use hoping for a miracle
There’s a price we’ll have to pay
@brendanobrien7951
This was my brothers favorite song. i miss him so much. May he rest in peace. thank you Above and beyond! this song will be in my heart forever!
@joshuaburdette5531
Brendan Obrien I’m sorry for your loss bro, I can’t imagine losing either of my two brothers.
@brendanobrien7951
@Joshua Burdette thank you for what you said. it means more than you know. my brother was my best friend. as for you, love your brothers, family is so important.
@garydonnelly7981
❤
@carlosramirezfabian1256
What happen
@anthonymarino6828
Damn , I have two brothers and this is my fav song...I have a heroin addiction I have been battling for 6 years , I hope they never have to ay this and say that .
@scottishbhoy1987
This album will live with me forever ❤️ 🏴
@JamieR
Never gets old. Miracle will forever be one of my favorite pieces of music.
@pabloesvaldaro403
Это лучшее что я слышал за свою жизнь, спустя 10+ лет, я слушаю ее снова и подтверждаю свои слова.
@Muhhz
"There are some times when you should try to find your voice. This is one voice that you must find today [...]" - This is my favorite part! ❤