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.
Turn On the Music
Roger Sanchez Lyrics
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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
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)
The song "Turn on the Music" by Roger Sanchez is a party anthem that preaches turning on the music to get the party started. The lyrics speak to those who love to dance and want to feel the music in their bones. The singer has been waiting for the DJ to turn up the music, wanting to feel the bass, and when it happens, he can't get enough of it. The lyrics describe the euphoric feeling he gets from the music, and how it takes control of his body and soul. The repetition of "feel that sound" emphasizes the effect the music has on the singer.
The chorus is a call to action, urging the DJ to turn on the music so that the singer can feel the sound washing over him. The singer is not in control when the music takes over him; he is swept away by its power. The lyrics are straightforward and repetitive, making it simple for people to sing along and get lost in the music. Overall, the song captures the essence of what dance music is supposed to do - make you want to let go, move your body, and feel the sound.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I've been waiting long enough
I've waited patiently for enough time.
Hey DJ please won't you turn it up
DJ, please increase the volume of the music.
Wanna feel that base, yeah
I want to feel the bass of the music.
'Cause I get a rush
It gives me a feeling of excitement.
And when it comes, I can't get enough
I crave for more of this feeling.
So turn on the music
Please play the music for me.
Why don't you turn on the music
What's stopping you from playing the music?
Oh know how to use it
You are skilled in your ability to play music.
When you turn on the music, music, yeah!
When the music starts playing, it's amazing!
Think it's time you turn on the music
It's time you started playing the music.
Feel that sound washing over me
I can sense the music's effect on me.
'Cause every time you turn on the music
Every time you play music for me.
I can't control what comes over me
I lose control of my body and mind.
Can you feel it now!
Can you sense the music's effect?
You know I feel it
I have an intense reaction to the music.
When I'm out on the floor
When I'm dancing in the club.
The rhythm starts to take a hold
The music's rhythm begins to control me.
It goes right through my body
It affects me physically (through my nerves).
Right down to my soul
It affects me spiritually/emotionally as well.
I think my minds gonna overload
The music is so intense it's overloading my brain.
So turn up the music!
Please increase the volume of the music.
Feel that sound!
Experience the music's sensation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music
Written by: ROGER SANCHEZ, HELIENNE LINDVALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sylvaintremblay1952
That video is really interesting, considering it put Boney the legendary disco dancer VS. modern day dancers (hip hop, break dance and so on). Of course those break dancers look so awesome, but when we look at it more seriously, dancing is about following the beat. Modern day dancers doesn't understand that. They just do crazy stuff in order to impress the crowd .
What I like about disco dancers is that they follow the beat perfectly they are part of the music. Dancing is not about yourself impressing the crowd, Dancing is about having fun and being one with the sound.
The video is even more interesting when they show Boney taking the stairs to the next ground level (after being challenged by the break dancers), where he is eventually dancing alone (probably dancing is way around to the next ground level of evolution).
I have the deepest respect for Bonney considering he never gave up to any imposed dancing style, he just danced the way the sound dictate him to do. Boney really "Feel that sound".
Thank you for being yourself Mr Boney.
@JenOfAmara
Bobby was such an amazing person. His love for dance and music led him all over the world in into our all our hearts. Love you forever "Daddy Cool" RIP 1949-2010
@rob3rtoantonio1barra
Bobby (RIP) fits perfectly in this video with his glorious signature moves..from the 7os..I love this song on my play list..
@spinninrecords
Turn On The Music!
@nagydavidpal
Still one of my favorite songs from Roger Sanchez
@MUHAMID-hh3hg
Me too. After another chance
@sg8107
Killer track
@paulmyers5017
Lost (2006) is my favourite but this one comes next. And number 3 his highest charted Another Chance (2001).
@davidmartinez5764
Bobby farrell the best .R.I.P.
@94981745
And to Roger Sanchez, RIP brother
@kmrtv
It's great that Roger Sanchez hasn't forgotten "Bobby Farrell", there will never be a bigger DANCE ENTATAINER like Boney M's Bobby!