PvD is renowned as one of the hardest working artists, with sold-out tours that cross each continent, headline spots at every major festival, and a hugely successful recording career. With over 3 million albums sold worldwide, van Dyk travels around the world over 16 times each year to sold out performances internationally. 2007 alone has brought us PvD remixes of Depeche Mode’s “Martyr”, Britney Spears’ „Gimmy more“ and Justin Timberlake’s “What Goes Around.... Comes Around”.
PvD received a Grammy nomination in 2005 for Best Dance/Electronic Album for his original album Reflections – this marked the first time NARAS recognized this category. His original productions from Reflections have been synced into major motion pictures such as Into the Blue, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, television’s Entertainment Tonight and MTV’s Cribs, and international ad campaigns for Motorola, HBO, Land Rover, Ski Vail and most recently for Jeep. This year he won the International Dance Music Award (IDMA) for Best Euro DJ.
Previously, PvD won four IDMAs in 2006: Best Global DJ, Best NuNRG/Euro Track, Best Producer and Best Mix Compilation for The Politics of Dancing 2. In addition, PvD was voted “America’s Favorite DJ” for 2004 and 2005 by BPM Magazine and was the big winner at the 2004 Dancestar Awards, taking home 3 awards: Best International DJ, Best Event and Best Music in a Commercial (Motorola). He also won the Mexican Oscar for his soundtrack in the film Zurdo in March 2004. Paul van Dyk was voted "Best Music Maker" by DJ Magazine, received the “Best International DJ Award” at the 1999 Music Awards in London, was named "Best International DJ" by Ministry of Sound Magazine, and Mixmag elected him as “Man of the Year”.
Aside from his musical activity, Paul van Dyk has always dedicated a significant part of his life to politics and social justice: from his youth, when he fled over the Berlin Wall to the West, to his children’s charity in India’s Mumbai, and his partnership scheme with the German Red Cross to help poor children in Berlin. In 2004, PvD was the only electronic artist involved in a nationwide tour with the Rock The Vote campaign, where he joined the likes of Bono, P Diddy, the Black Eyed Peas and George Clinton in campaigning for America’s youth to sign up to vote in the presidential election. In 2006 he received Berlin’s Medal of Honor (Landesverdienstorden) in recognition of his work with Ruckenwind, a charity organization he founded dedicated to helping poor children in Berlin. He joins a distinguished list of arts and political establishment figures with this honor.
Born in Eisenhüttenstadt, East Germany, Paul van Dyk grew up in communist East Berlin. Because his community did not have a true club culture, Paul van Dyk listened to the radio where he discovered his passion for music that extended beyond Techno music – he wanted to create a different, more unique sound. In the early 1990’s Paul van Dyk was spinning regularly at various clubs in Berlin before releasing his first album 45 RPM in 1994. But it wasn’t until the release of his second album Seven Ways which catapulted him into the Top 100, followed by the release of his hit single “For An Angel,” which began to earn him praise across the globe. By the time Paul van Dyk released Out There & Back in 2000, it became clear that the Berlin-based musician had far more to offer than his signature club sets and remixes that had already defined him as one of the most influential DJs and producers of all time. His first compilation mix CD Politics of Dancing was released in 2001, followed by Global in 2003 – a DVD which illustrates his own experiences traveling the world.
Paul van Dyk created the internet radio station VONYC.com focused on the electronic dance scene.
Paul van Dyk’s touring diary remains incredibly hectic with regular globetrotting stops at major venues across the globe from New York, London, Ibiza to India, China and Singapore. In the little time remaining between all the travel, Paul van Dyk resides in Berlin where he has his own radio show “Paul van Dyk’s VONYC Sessions” which airs weekly on Area 33 on Sirius Radio on Thursday nights at 6PM ET (and rebroadcasts Saturdays at 8PM ET and Tuesdays at Midnight ET) and Soundgarden which airs every Saturday 2pm – 4pm (EST) on Fritz radio and over the internet (www.fritz.de).
For more information, please visit www.paulvandyk.com or www.myspace.com/paulvandyk.
1991
Time Of Our Lives (UK Club Mix
Paul van Dyk Lyrics
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There's a time for holding on
A time to speak, a time to listen
There's a time for us to grow
There's a time for laying low down
There's a time for getting high
A time for peace, a time for fighting
A time to scream, a time for silence
A time for truth against the lies
A time for faith, a time for science
There's a time for us to shine
There is a time for make believing
There's a time to understand
A time for hurt, a time for healing
A time to run to make a stand
Oh, this is the time of our lives
Oh, this is the time of our lives
Oh, this is the time of our lives
The lyrics of "Time of Our Lives" by Paul Van Dyk Featuring Vega 4 speak to the varied experiences of life and the idea that there is a time for everything. The song expresses that we go through different stages in life that may require us to let go of certain things and hold on to others. The lyrics mention the time to speak and listen, grow and rest, make-believe and understand, hurt and heal, and fight and have peace. The repeated chorus emphasizes that this current moment is the time of our lives.
The lyrics indicate that life is not linear but that we experience it in different phases, each with its own unique challenges and rewards. Every person has a different journey in life, and they may encounter different situations that will require different choices. The lyrics suggest that whatever moment we find ourselves in, it is essential to appreciate and live it to the fullest.
The combination of Vega 4's vocals and Paul Van Dyk's electronic beats created a song that resonated with many. The lyrics convey a powerful message and touch on themes that are universal, such as love, loss, hope, and regret.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a time for us to let go
We must let go of things that no longer serve us, whether it be possessions, relationships or beliefs.
There's a time for holding on
Sometimes we need to hold on tightly to what we believe in, whether it be our values, our goals or our loved ones.
A time to speak, a time to listen
We should balance the time we spend speaking our minds with the time we spend listening to others, taking in their perspectives and ideas.
There's a time for us to grow
We should always be seeking personal growth and development, whether it be through education, new experiences or challenging ourselves.
There's a time for laying low down
There are moments where we need to take a break and relax, give ourselves the space and time to recharge.
There's a time for getting high
We should also celebrate and enjoy the good times, whether it be through achievement or simply having fun with loved ones.
A time for peace, a time for fighting
Throughout life, we will encounter both times of peace and times of conflict. It's important to know when to stand up and fight for what we believe in, as well as when to let go and embrace peace.
A time to live, a time to die
Life is a cycle, and we must accept that there are times of birth and growth, as well as times of death and letting go.
A time to scream, a time for silence
There is a time to speak up and be heard, as well as a time to remain silent and observe.
A time for truth against the lies
We should always seek truth and honesty, even when it may be uncomfortable or difficult.
A time for faith, a time for science
We should embrace both our beliefs and spirituality, as well as scientific knowledge and understanding.
There's a time for us to shine
We all have unique talents and abilities that we should embrace and use to make a positive impact in the world.
There is a time for make believing
We should hold on to our imagination and our ability to dream, even when faced with harsh realities and challenges.
There's a time to understand
It's important to seek understanding and empathy towards others, even if we may not agree with their thoughts or actions.
A time for hurt, a time for healing
Throughout life, we will experience moments of pain and suffering, but we can also find times of healing and recovery.
A time to run to make a stand
There are moments where we must take action and stand up for what we believe in, even if it means running towards potential danger or conflict.
Oh, this is the time of our lives
This is a moment in our lives that should be cherished and celebrated, a time where we can reflect on our past while embracing the possibilities of our future.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: - ENIAC, KEESHA HOLLIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ale A.
The best mix ever... I loved all this album!!
DJTXFX
Brilliant record and remix.
adi petrut
another masterpice from Paul Van Dyk !!!!
Liz Evans
I've looked for this for a decade....saw him in person South Africa 330 around 90 ish....this song completes me and will be played when I am no longer here...I'm not religious but my Bible verse is ecclesiastes 13...and this is the song ❤️🎶🕺💥😇😇
Aqeel Hussain Bangash
im loving it
Leox 1988
Genial buen tema...
Bálint Goda
Super ! Thank you !
Jorge Luis Acevedo
This album is great! Better than Reflections...