Roger Sanchez (born on 1 June 1967, in Queens, New York) is one of the most… Read Full Bio ↴Roger Sanchez (born on 1 June 1967, in Queens, New York) is one of the most popular commercial house DJs in recent years, who scored many hits in the European and World Charts. His production work has received critical acclaim by leading house DJ's worldwide. As well as being a DJ, he is the owner of the record label, Stealth Records. His most famous hit to date is Another Chance, which entered at #1 on the UK singles chart. The song was based on a sample of the first verse of Toto's song "I Won't Hold You Back". The song came off Sanchez' first album, First Contact.

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.

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Roger Sanchez Lyrics

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Feel that sound! (4x)

Well I've been waiting long enough
Hey DJ please won't you turn it up
Wanna feel that base, yeah
'Cause I get a rush
And when it comes, I can't get enough

So turn on the music
Why don't you turn on the music
Oh know how to use it
When you turn on the music, music, yeah!

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Feel that sound washing over me, yeah!
Can you feel it now!

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

You know I feel it
When I'm out on the floor
The rhythm starts to take a hold
It goes right through my body
Right down to my soul
I think my minds gonna overload

So turn up the music
Why don't you turn up the music
Oh, you know how to use it
You gotta turn up the music, music , yeah

Feel that sound! (6x)

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Think it's time you turn on the music
Feel that sound washing over me
'Cause every time you turn on the music
I can't control what comes over me

Feel that sound
Music over me yeah
Feel that sound
Can't you feel it now
Feel that sound
Right down to my soul
Feel that sound
Turn on the music, yeah

So turn up the music! (5x)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Roger Sanchez’s “Turn on the Music” express a strong desire for music to be turned up and for the sensations it evokes to take over the body and soul. The singer has been waiting long enough and asks the DJ to turn up the bass, as he gets a rush and can never get enough. The repetitive chorus urges the DJ to turn on the music because the singer knows how to use it, and every time he does, he can’t control what comes over him.

The lyrics convey a common feeling that many people experience when they’re out dancing and suddenly feel the music move them; it’s a transcendent experience that feels beyond their control. The lyrics suggest that music has the power to overwhelm and take over the senses, leading to a feeling of euphoria and transcendence. Overall, the song celebrates the transformative power of music and its ability to take the listener to new heights.

Line by Line Meaning

Well I've been waiting long enough
I have been waiting for this moment for a long time

Hey DJ please won't you turn it up
DJ, can you please increase the volume?

Wanna feel that base, yeah
I want to experience the deep sound of the bass

'Cause I get a rush
It gives me an exciting feeling

And when it comes, I can't get enough
Whenever it happens, I always want more

So turn on the music
Please play the music

Why don't you turn on the music
Why don't you play some music?

Oh know how to use it
You know how to create an amazing experience

When you turn on the music, music, yeah!
It's a wonderful feeling when you play music

Think it's time you turn on the music
I feel that it is the moment to play music

Feel that sound washing over me
I can sense the music coming towards me

'Cause every time you turn on the music
Whenever you play music

I can't control what comes over me
I lose control of my emotions and just surrender to the music

Can you feel it now!
Do you feel the music as I do?

You know I feel it
I know that I am experiencing the music

When I'm out on the floor
When I am dancing in the crowd

The rhythm starts to take a hold
The beat grips me and takes command

It goes right through my body
I can feel the music throughout my whole being

Right down to my soul
It deeply touches my essence

I think my minds gonna overload
I feel like my mind is going to explode with joy

So turn up the music
Increase the volume of the music

You gotta turn up the music, music , yeah
You have to make the music louder because it's so amazing

Feel that sound!
Sense the music

Think it's time you turn on the music
I believe it is the perfect moment to play music and enjoy it

Music over me yeah
The music flows over me creating an incredible experience

Can't you feel it now
Can't you sense how amazing the music is?

Right down to my soul
The music touches every part of me

Turn on the music, yeah
Please play the music because it's fantastic!

So turn up the music!
Boost the volume of the music to amplify the experience

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: ROGER SANCHEZ, HELIENNE LINDVALL

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