The stage name "S3RL" was based on a nickname his cousins gave him when he was little, which derived from his cousins calling him "arsehole". To avoid profanity, they began saying "arserl", and according to S3RL, the word stuck and became his stage name.
One of S3RL's most popular tracks is "Pretty Rave Girl" (2006), which uses the melody from "Daddy DJ" (November 1999) by the French dance act of the same name. S3RL has contributed tracks for several UK hardcore compilation series, including the Bonkers series.
Many of his songs reference different aspects of Japanese pop culture, such as anime, manga, hentai, and video games. In 2011, he founded his own record label, EMFA Music, through which all of his works are released. In May 2012, the label released "Press Play Walk Away[/track" as a single by S3RL and SynthWulf, a fellow hardcore DJ.
As of February 2015, S3RL was ranked 1798 on the "Official Global DJ Rankings" page djrankings.org, which bases its rankings on a number of factors include chart rankings, DJ fees and radio airplay. During mid-2015, his single "Genre Police" (featuring Lexi), which had been issued in Australia in November the previous year, peaked at #10 on the Norwegian singles chart.
In early 2018, S3RL announced that his 2018 tour would be his last, citing a desire to spend more time with his family. Though he advertised it as being his final shows, he clarified that he might be willing to return to the stage after at least two years: "After 2018 I will not do any shows for at least a couple of years, then re-assess the situation to do the occasional show here and there.... For example, if I was booked for a show in 2020 that I could bring my family along to I would consider it, but during the two years off I will not be doing any shows at home or away." He also stated that his music production would be unaffected.
In February 2020, S3RL decides to hire contract partners to help him make his new music videos. He notably recruits Aurรฉlien Dacher, a French beatmaker, and they have since created: You Are Mine, Nasty, Dopamine, Wanna Fight Huh, The Bass & The Melody, and S3RL Absolutely Presents.
In May 2021, S3RL announced his new label, M4 Music, with the release of "Dance More (Atef Remix)" on 14 May 2021.
Happy Hardcore Tonight
S3RL Lyrics
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It's the sound of my life.
Turns my dark into light.
I feel so alive.
I'll dance like nobody's watching me,
And sing like no one's listening.
Life is too short and I am free.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Happy hardcore tonight.
It's the sound of my life.
Turns my dark into light.
I feel so alive.
I'll dance like nobody's watching me,
And sing like no one's listening.
Life is too short and I am free.
I'm so alive.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old, old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old skool
Nu skool
Happy hardcore tonight.
It's the sound of my life.
Turns my dark into light.
I feel so alive.
I'll dance like nobody's watching me,
And sing like no one's listening.
Life is too short and I am free.
I'm so alive.
Old school Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old, old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
The song "Happy Hardcore Tonight" by S3RL is a jovial and energetic tune that celebrates the joy of life and the happiness that dance music can bring. The opening line, "Happy hardcore tonight," sets the tone for the song, with the upbeat and fast-paced music evoking the spirit of the happy hardcore genre. The lyrics that follow emphasize the transformative power of this type of music, with the singer acknowledging that it is "the sound of my life" and can turn "my dark into light." The repeated refrain of "I feel so alive" further underscores the positive impact that dance music can have on one's mood and outlook.
The second half of the song features the lines "I'll dance like nobody's watching me, and sing like no one's listening; life is too short and I am free." These lyrics emphasize the freedom and liberation that can come with dancing and singing to music, and suggest that one should not worry about the opinions of others or be hindered by self-consciousness. The bridge of the song features the lines "Old skool sound with a nu skool twist," which suggest that the song is a nod to both classic and contemporary dance music. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song could be seen as an acknowledgment that music genres may change and evolve, but the essential spirit of joy and happiness that they can bring remains constant.
Line by Line Meaning
Happy hardcore tonight.
Tonight I will listen to happy hardcore music and it makes me feel joyful.
It's the sound of my life.
This kind of music represents my life and personality.
Turns my dark into light.
This music enlightens my mood and brightens up my day.
I feel so alive.
This music makes me feel vibrant and full of energy.
I'll dance like nobody's watching me,
I will dance freely and without inhibitions like there is no one watching me.
And sing like no one's listening.
I will sing without worries about being judged or criticized by others.
Life is too short and I am free.
I want to live my life to the fullest and enjoy every moment of it without constraints or limitations.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
This music mixes the traditional old-school style with a modern new-school twist.
Old, old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
This music has an even more traditional old-school sound with a modern new-school twist.
Old school Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
This music has an old-school feel combined with a new-school twist.
Old skool sound with a nu skool twist.
This music combines traditional elements with modern, innovative features.
Contributed by Maria F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nightcore Lover
Man... 10 years ago I started listening to you. I was 12 I'm now 22 I remember wanting to go to your shows so badly only to learn you live in Brisbane I was heartbroken lol your music was constantly blasting in my room driving my parents wild thanks for all the 6 hour plus dance sessions Brother. Keep on raving
Tillman Brรผckner
Lol. Same . I think i was about 10 i hered my first s3rl song and with 16 i found him again and became a big fan. Now im 20. And i feel old ^^' . Yea same, now that i finaly got money he dosnt go on tour anymore, hopefully not for good. And im from germany so it whould take me a bit to get to australia (that allso explains my grammer lol). Its nice to here from other s3rl fans and i hope well be abeld to go on a concert again.
TE 5150 ๐ต
I used to listen in secondary school and college. Still listening to this day. Especially the old songs as this is such a relaxing song
Ayka Zen
+, same story
Klaid Yzka
I was like 10-11 watching My Little Pony porn when I heard s3rl's song "escape" on one of the compilations, people in the comments gave the name and I've been listening ever since
Mr T
@Klaid Yzka wait, whaaaaaaa. My Little Pony what?
Minecraftter S.
8 years... and after that time im Still listening to your music, memories come back to me. Thanks for everything, S3LR. :โ)
David RJ
Hola amigo inka cola tienes un sabor maravilloso
Ever Griffith
facts tho me 2
Galiel Karmi
9 years man
I miss his shows๐