In January 2007 they released 'Remindstate', a remix version of Mindstate. Artists like Laidback Luke, Seiji and C-mon & Kypski remixed tracks. In 2007 they also released their 2nd official album called 'Mystery Repeats', which reached the 2nd place in the Dutch album charts, the best chart position ever achieved by a Dutch hip-hop act.
Pete Philly & Perquisite created hip-hop music with references to jazz, broken beats, soul and even classical music. This Dutch hip-hop act performed at North Sea Jazz and Lowlands (Dutch music Festival) and won the 'Zilveren Harp' in 2006.
In October 2009 they gave their final performance at a sold-out Melkweg.
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Time Flies
Pete Philly & Perquisite Lyrics
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Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Can't believe how much I've grown
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
With my boys and I was smokin' all of that weed
Rollin' papers and a few blunts
And the sunshine was all we needed
We used to skate, irritate all the neighbours
I swear yo they hated me
A good day wasn't a good day
Unless I'd land a trick and they'd see it
Today
I reminisce and say
It was all just fun and games
We used to play then back in the day
And now I realise that before the
Day
I'm old and grey
I gotta make each day count
'cause the ammount of the hours is slippin away
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Can't believe how much I've grown
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't y'all noticed how time flies?
I know you've sent me some e-mails and called me
About dozen times and I haven't been callin you back
Nowadays, yo, my life kinda crazy
The tour's ended and I'm back
I know you had some ups and some downs
Tell me where you've been livin' at
I hope that all your ambitions and your dreams
And your hopes are still intact
But yo
Just let me know
When you wanna walk through my door
So we can chat and relax just some facts
Drink a six-pack, after that scout for -
Oh!
Forgot you don't do that no more
I wish time was a little more slow
But it's not just come through my spot
Let the memories flow
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Can't believe how much I've grown
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
Man sometimes I feel old
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
(2x)
Hey yo I used to be oblivious
To the speed of life just ridiculous
I grow wise as the years go by now
I know that life goes faster
When you focus on your future and forget about your past
I need to send some love out to all of my friends
We need to hook up 'cause you never know when the story ends
As the path bends life seems to get segregated
I won't ever let my future and past get separated
"Pete Philly & Perquisite's" song "Time Flies" is a nostalgic classic about how quickly time passes by. The lyrics are divided into two sections telling two different stories. In the first section, the artist looks back to his childhood when he used to smoke weed in the park with his friends. He remembers spending hours skating with his buddies and annoying his neighbors. They used to have so much fun that he didn't even notice how time passed by. He recognizes that he has grown up now and reflects on how fast time flies.
In the second section, the artist looks into the present time, where he realizes that he hasn't kept in touch with his friends. He acknowledges that his life is busy and hectic, but he still wants to make time for his friends. As he gets older, he recognizes that life is too short, and he wants to enjoy each moment with those who matter. After all, time is passing so quickly, and he doesn't want to miss a thing.
The lyrics of this song resonate with people of all ages, as it reminds us to treasure every moment with our loved ones. It also urges listeners to prioritize their time and make the most of it, so that they don't regret their choices later in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Haven't you noticed how time flies?
The artist is reflecting on how quickly time passes.
Man sometimes I feel old
The artist is acknowledging that the rapid passage of time makes him feel older.
Can't believe how much I've grown
The artist is surprised at how much he has matured over time.
It only seems like yesterday when I walked in the park
The artist is reminiscing about a time in his past.
We used to skate, irritate all the neighbours
The artist is reminiscing about how he used to spend his time with his friends.
Unless I'd land a trick and they'd see it
The artist is reminiscing about the importance of impressing his friends with his skateboarding skills.
Today
The artist is acknowledging that he is reflecting on his past experiences in the present moment.
I reminisce and say
The artist is reflecting on his past and reminiscing.
It was all just fun and games
The artist is acknowledging that his past experiences were lighthearted and enjoyable.
I gotta make each day count
The artist is acknowledging the importance of making the most of his time moving forward.
I know you've sent me some e-mails and called me
The artist is addressing someone who has tried to contact him multiple times.
About dozen times and I haven't been callin you back
The artist acknowledges that he has not replied to their messages.
The tour's ended and I'm back
The artist is back from touring.
I hope that all your ambitions and your dreams And your hopes are still intact
The artist hopes that the person on the other end of the conversation has had a positive life experience since they last spoke.
I wish time was a little more slow
The artist wishes that time would not pass so quickly.
Let the memories flow
The artist is encouraging the person on the other end of the conversation to reminisce about old memories.
Hey yo I used to be oblivious
The artist is acknowledging that he was unaware of the speed at which time passes.
To the speed of life just ridiculous
The artist is acknowledging that the speed at which life passes can be overwhelming.
When you focus on your future and forget about your past
The artist is cautioning against becoming too focused on the future and losing sight of one's past experiences.
We need to hook up 'cause you never know when the story ends
The artist is encouraging the importance of spending time with friends while one can.
I won't ever let my future and past get separated
The artist is acknowledging the importance of balancing future goals with past experiences.
Contributed by Alex L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@MojoUfo
Stillll in 2019 ❤️
in 2006 zag ik ze voor het eerst en het was me eerste live concert waar ik ooit naar toe was geweest ik was 15 hij had een live band bij zich en het was alsof ik met Xtc de droom vlucht in was gedoken ❤️💯 pete & Perquisite de Meeste onderschatte Van de lage landen Shittt en dat van een Mocro vd buurt dan moet je me haast wel geloven
@angelineferanil2475
I’m so glad I stumbled upon this song going through my old blog entry. I was going through such a dark period in my life and I used to listen to this song. Now I’m almost 30 and it just brought me to tears! Time has definitely flown by and I’m so proud of the person I’ve become. This song definitely hit close to home.
@ZNPRODUCTIONS
this song soo good helped me to go through dark moments in my life too :)
@esfale
Dope.
@TuffiMcFly
i can not explain how much i love this song.
@i4y
Watching this in 2020......Man time flies!
@paci930
Straight up, shook me to tears... It's not often (for me) to find those artists that can do that anymore. I've come to realize that the older I get, the more you lose touch with stuff. And you have to really hold on to everything that touches your soul, and Makes you really, feel. And I'm just really glad I've found these guys. I can seriously connect with them.
@NurZindagi2012
He dropped his new record. First single is Come Together ;)
@oldbretto7071
Been listening since 2008
@mYOwngUn
And I am just reading your comment from 3 years ago and feel completely the same. Reading about you loosing touch with time is just what goes through my mind the last months.... How do you feel now? Have you found more fulfilling music?
@SpideyDee
I love the nature in this video. The whole area between Amsterdam in the North, the Ardennes in the South, the River Rhine in the East and the Picardie in the West is home for me. Europe is beautiful and the music fits perfectly.