During the '90s, Marcus Füreder DJ'd in nightclubs, which led to production… Read Full Bio ↴During the '90s, Marcus Füreder DJ'd in nightclubs, which led to production and label operation. Under the name Plasma, he released the 2001 album Shadow Kingdom on his Bushido label. A few years later, the Austrian first used the new and more lasting alias Parov Stelar, the name credited with an impressive quantity of recordings released during the 2000s and 2010s, primarily on his Etage Noir label. His "electro swing" sound, enhanced with clever sampling, proved to be popular in the compilation and DJ-mix market, including Stéphane Pompougnac's Hôtel Costes series. During the mid 2010s, Stelar took home several Amadeus Austrian Music Awards, including a trio of them in 2013 for Best Electronic Act, Best Live Act, and Best Album, the latter for The Princess. The Parov Stelar Trio and Parov Stelar Band continued to tour extensively and performed at festivals such as Glastonbury and Zurich OpenAir. Stelar linked with Island for 2013's The Art of Sampling, his second album to peak within the Top 10 of the Ö3 Austria Top 40 chart. The Demon Diaries followed in 2015.

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The one
Parov Stelar Lyrics

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Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Where you got them you got me too
So come on now, keep rockin' with the number-one MC

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Where you got them you got me too

So come on now, keep rockin' with the number-one MC

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Where you got them you got me too
So come on now, keep rockin' with the, rockin' with the number-one

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Where you got them you got me too
So come on now, keep rockin' with the, rockin' with the number-one

Do it
Loop it
Push play
Take that and just loop it
Your true means to pursue
We got weird
We got loose
We got stupid
Push push push push

When I make my fifteen cents, Lord, I'll carry it home to Rosie
Come on here, old mule
I don't care what Ol' Flat say, we gonna ride in a Lincoln-Zephyr
Boys, we gotta make that money, Lord, we gonna carry it home to Rosie
I don't care what Ol' Flat say, we gonna ride in a Lincoln-Zephyr
Come on here, boy

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Where you got them you got me too
So come on now, keep rockin' with the, rockin' with the number-one

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC

Where you got them you got me too
So come on now, keep rockin' with the number-one MC

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Parov Stelar Feat. Leena Conquest's song 'The One' speak to the need to toughen up and buckle up in order to move forward and succeed. The repetitive and upbeat nature of the lyrics encourage the listener to keep going and to "rock" with the number-one MC. The line "Where you got them you got me too" speaks to the idea that when we have support and community around us, we are stronger together. The repeated use of the phrase "come on now" is a call to action, urging the listener to keep moving forward and not give up.

There is also a hint of rebellion and nonconformity in the song's lyrics. Lines like "we got weird" and "we got stupid" suggest a willingness to embrace the unconventional and take risks. The reference to carrying money home to Rosie and riding in a Lincoln-Zephyr speaks to the desire for a better life and the idea of working hard to achieve success.

Overall, the lyrics to 'The One' encourage perseverance, resilience, and a willingness to take risks in pursuit of one's dreams.

Line by Line Meaning

Enough, gotta get tough, buckle 'em up
It's time to get serious and prepared for something challenging ahead.

Come on now, we rockin' with the number-one MC
Let's join forces and follow the lead of the best MC (master of ceremonies).

Where you got them you got me too
If you have success or resources, know that I am by your side to share the load and contribute.

So come on now, keep rockin' with the number-one MC
Let's keep going with our collaboration and keep following the footsteps of the best MC.

Do it
Take action and make it happen.

Loop it
Repeat or reproduce it to create a pattern or rhythm.

Push play
Start the music or initiate the process.

Take that and just loop it
Use that element or idea and repeat it to create a catchy beat or melody.

Your true means to pursue
Your real purpose or motivation to chase after with determination.

We got weird
We are unique, quirky, and unconventional in our approach or style.

We got loose
We are free and uninhibited in our movements or behavior.

We got stupid
We are silly, playful, and uninhibited in our expressions or actions.

Push push push push
Keep pushing and persevering to achieve your goals and dreams.

When I make my fifteen cents, Lord, I'll carry it home to Rosie
Even a small amount of money is valuable and can support or reward someone you care about.

Come on here, old mule
Let's go, let's move, let's get things done like a hard-working mule.

I don't care what Ol' Flat say, we gonna ride in a Lincoln-Zephyr
We are determined to go wherever we want, regardless of naysayers or obstacles, even if it means driving a fancy car.

Boys, we gotta make that money, Lord, we gonna carry it home to Rosie
We need to hustle and earn a living, so that we can take care of our loved ones and provide for them.

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