The first decade of the new millennium has passed and house music pioneer Roger Sanchez continues to keep the beat and rock dance floors across the globe. The ‘Release Yourself’ empire is still a force to be reckoned with in it's 10th year of existence. This year Roger celebrates the pass of an incredible decade of house music, and the beginning of a new generation filled with innovative beats and mind blowing performances.
Born to Dominican Parents in Queens, Roger spent his younger years soaking up the musical influences that were the lifeblood of his home town. It was the diversity of these influences, from salsa, blues and soul to disco, rock and hip-hop, that solidified Roger's dedication to representing this spectrum of musical styles. Thus, Roger's sound is impossible to pigeon hole, refusing to fit the template of any one genre:
"I have always listened to a wide range of music, taking different influences from hundreds of styles. The diversity of the sounds I hear influence different lines of thought when I'm in the studio creating something new"
After leaving college to follow his music-filled heart, Roger's passion for DJing conquered his hometown, and the last days of the 1980s saw Roger spinning beats in the Big Apple's most notorious clubs. 1990 saw the S-Man catapulted into international limelight with his first hit Luv Dancin, released on the eminent Strictly Rhythm label under the first of many monikers Underground Solution
Roger's creative evolution through the rest of the decade yielded a string of hits, and whilst working under his Transatlantic Soul alias, Roger conceived the enduring legend Release Yourself. Born in 1996 through club smash single Release Yo Self, the brand has grown into a worldwide phenomenon that embodies Roger's deep belief in the liberty music can bring. Now an exclusive clubbing concept, a CD mix series, an IDMA winning podcast radio show that touches millions, and an annual residency in Ibiza that still dominates the scene, Release Yourself continues to gather momentum as one of the most recognized and seminal brands on the global scene today.
Roger has remixed superstars such as Chic, Daft Punk, Diana Ross and The Police, contributed to the soundtrack of Hollywood movie Blade, and founded 3 record labels before his beloved Stealth. Since forming his opus label "Stealth Records" in 2002, the recognition has continued to roll in. Even through the glare of his massive commercial success, the expanse of Roger's fame has neither diluted his outlook nor marred his creativity, and he remains a true champion of new music with one ear always pressed firmly to the underground. In one week alone Roger scored a trio of tracks in the top 25 Billboard Charts, but even after winning a Grammy in 2004 for Best Remixed Recording for his remix of Hella Good and establishing a global fan base of millions, the S-man remains grounded, making it clear that "Really, as always, I just do what I do and am grateful to be able to follow my heart."
2010 is a truly memorable year for Roger as he celebrates 10 years of his famous residency in Ibiza. This year Roger will as well release a new ‘Release Yourself’ compilation, all on Roger’s own Stealth label. For 10 years Roger Sanchez has dictated the tempo of the house music scene, bringing audiences up and coming artists that have grown to become big-time-players in the dance world. Even after 10 years Roger sees no reason to slow down as he looks forward to breaking barriers in house music for the next decade.
As well as remixing songs, he also hosts his own radio show called Release Yourself, the show is syndicated worldwide.
Not Enough
Roger Sanchez Lyrics
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Verse1:
I found an old love letter you wrote to me
It seems so long ago.
All the things you said, they were so sweet,
Just like poetry.
Pre:
I thought that everything was right,
And we were doing fine.
(till I looked into your eyes)
Now its plain to see you that you don't love me,
(was it all just in my mind)
Hook:
I gave you my love
Gave you my trust(all my trust)
But my all was not enough
Gave you my heart
Right from the start(right from the start)
I guess my all was not enough
Verse2:
Now everytime I hear our song on the radio
It brings me back to you.
No matter where I go, it always reminds me
Of the things we used to do
Pre:
You told me everything was fine,
We would be alright.
(till I looked into your eyes)
Now it's plain to see you never loved me,
(it was all just in my mind)
chrs:
I gave you my love
Gave you my trust (all my trust)
But my all was not enough
Gave you my heart
Right from the start (right from the start)
I guess my all was not enough
I gave you my love
And my trust (all my trust)
But my all was not enough
I gave you my heart
Right from the start( right from the start)
I guess my all was not enough
Bridge:
I tried so hard…..(I tried so hard)
And you let me believe….(you just let me believe)
That I had your heart.(that I had your heart)
It was all just a dream…(it was all just a dream)
Was it only a dream (was it only a dream)
That you let me believe (u just let me believe)
It was all just a dream (it was all just a dream)
And you let me believe (you just let me believe)>
The lyrics of Roger Sanchez's song Not Enough convey a sense of heartbreak and betrayal. The song speaks of the singer's disillusionment in love, as they reflect on a past relationship that left them feeling inadequate and unloved. The song begins with the singer coming across an old love letter and reminiscing about the sweet words that were written to them. However, as they look into their former lover's eyes, they realize that they were never truly loved despite their efforts to give everything they had to the relationship. The chorus emphasizes this feeling of inadequacy, as the singer sings about how their love, trust and heart were not enough to make the relationship work.
In the second verse, the singer reveals that even though they have moved on from the relationship, they still find themselves thinking about their former lover every time they hear a particular song on the radio. The pre-chorus goes on to highlight how the former lover had lied to the singer about the state of their relationship and had never truly loved them. The bridge finds the singer coming to terms with the reality of the situation, admitting that they had been led to believe that they had their former lover's heart when in reality, it was all just a dream.
Overall, the lyrics of Not Enough are a poignant reminder of the pain and heartbreak of love that doesn't work out. The song's simple lyrics tap into a universal feeling of wanting to be loved and accepted, but ultimately realizing that not everyone is capable of reciprocating those feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
I found an old love letter you wrote to me
Upon discovering a letter you once wrote to me, confessing your love, it feels like it was ages ago.
It seems so long ago.
The memory of our love feels distant and far away.
All the things you said, they were so sweet,
Your words were a form of art, sweet and poetic.
Just like poetry.
Similar to a well-written poem, your words expressed your sincere fondness for me.
I thought that everything was right,
I believed all was well in our relationship.
And we were doing fine.
Everything seemed to be going smoothly between us.
(till I looked into your eyes)
Until I saw the true nature of your feelings by looking into your eyes and realizing the truth.
Now its plain to see you that you don't love me,
It is now apparent that you do not share the same affection towards me.
(was it all just in my mind)
I question whether the love we shared was genuine or whether I imagined it all.
I gave you my love
I gave you all the love I had to offer.
Gave you my trust(all my trust)
I put my complete trust in you.
But my all was not enough
Despite my sincere efforts, it was not enough for you to reciprocate my affection.
Gave you my heart
I put my heart and soul into our relationship.
Right from the start(right from the start)
From the very beginning, I gave you my all.
Now everytime I hear our song on the radio
Every time our song plays on the radio, it reminds me of our past love.
It brings me back to you.
The song brings me back to the memories of you and our love.
No matter where I go, it always reminds me
Regardless of my location or circumstance, the song always sparks memories of our relationship.
Of the things we used to do
The song reminds me of the things we once did together.
You told me everything was fine,
You assured me that everything was okay between us.
We would be alright.
You promised me that everything would work out in the end.
(till I looked into your eyes)
Until I saw the truth in your eyes and realized you never truly loved me.
Now it's plain to see you never loved me,
It is now clear that you never had any true feelings for me.
(it was all just in my mind)
I now realize that my belief in our love was merely a product of my own imagination.
I tried so hard…..(I tried so hard)
I gave it my all and put in a great deal of effort.
And you let me believe….(you just let me believe)
You allowed me to believe in something that was not truly there.
That I had your heart.(that I had your heart)
I believed I had your heart, but it turns out that was never the case.
It was all just a dream…(it was all just a dream)
Our love was merely a figment of my imagination.
Was it only a dream (was it only a dream)
I question whether all of our love was a mere fabrication of my own mind.
That you let me believe (u just let me believe)
You allowed me to believe in a love that never existed.
It was all just a dream (it was all just a dream)
Our love, though it felt real, was only a dream and never a reality.
And you let me believe (you just let me believe)
You led me on to believe in a love that was never truly there for me.
Contributed by Audrey A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
solofere1
How many beautiful tracks made this romantic Roger Sanchez?!! Real creations, true melodies and not just covers or two notes reapeated all over.... really thanks to this dj and producer.
InSearchOfSunrise
One of all time favs forever ❤
Miguel Angel Del Castillo
Éxitos que siempre vivirán, , but my all was not enough
WIPI
Buenisima
krasen stavrev
wonderful
YANG GYAN
Sweet.
Ciao from northern Italy💓💋
Nikita Selyukov
Dannii Minogue & Roger Sánchez 'Do You Believe Me Now?'
check it out, very similar melody
camila jordana
Brasil 2023 !!!!
jean paul
yes