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 Aurélien 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.
Public Service Announcement
S3RL Lyrics
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This is your brain on drugs
Any questions?
When you take drugs
You alter your brain
You change thinking patterns
And eventually
Your brain just won't be the same
(Marijuana)
The smoke from this plant causes a brief state of euphoria
Immediately followed by permanent insanity
Users are prone to unpredictable behavior including
Junk food binges, joyrides
And a sudden urge to wear sunglasses at night
You there, stop laughing
Laughing is a symptom caused by blowing pot
Plus, they look flat out crazy
Take a good look at yourself
Are you addicted?
Are your eyes half shut and blood shot?
Do you recognize that person in the mirror?
Then blame it all on Marijuana
Weed, Grass, Ganja, Joint
Dooby, Doob, Chronic, Pace
Lobo, Loco, Love Boat, Bud
Buda, Blunt, Pot
Four-two-zero and Hashish
It'll get you really high
I'm inside you
- Hey Mike, want some?
- No way man, that stuff's illegal
The lyrics of S3RL's song "Public Service Announcement" are a satirical take on the public service announcements (PSAs) of the 1980s and 1990s that were aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of drug use. The song begins with the iconic line "this is your brain, this is your brain on drugs" which is immediately followed by a question asking if there are any questions. The lyrics go on to describe how drug use can alter one's brain, thinking patterns, and perception, ultimately leading to permanent damage.
The second part of the song focuses specifically on marijuana and the various slang terms associated with it. The lyrics describe how the smoke from marijuana can cause a brief state of euphoria followed by permanent insanity. Users are also said to be prone to unpredictable behavior such as junk food binges, joyrides, and a sudden urge to wear sunglasses at night. The lyrics then ask the listener to take a good look at themselves and question if they are addicted or if they recognize the person in the mirror.
The overall tone of the song is sarcastic and humorous, using exaggerated claims to highlight the absurdity of many anti-drug campaigns of the past. Rather than simply demonizing drug use, the lyrics urge listeners to think critically about the information they are being presented with and make their own decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
This is your brain
Your brain
This is your brain on drugs
When you take drugs, you alter your brain which changes thinking patterns, distorts perception, and eventually your brain just won't be the same
Any questions?
Do you understand the negative effects that drugs have on your brain?
The smoke from this plant causes a brief state of euphoria
Marijuana provides a temporary feeling of happiness
Immediately followed by permanent insanity
Users of marijuana develop unpredictable behavior leading to insanity
Users are prone to unpredictable behavior including
Marijuana use leads to unpredictable behavior including joyrides and binge eating
Junk food binges, joyrides
Marijuana users develop a craving for junk food leading to overeating and reckless behavior including taking joyrides
And a sudden urge to wear sunglasses at night
Marijuana users exhibit bizarre behavior such as wearing sunglasses at night
You there, stop laughing
Laughter is a symptom of using marijuana
Laughing is a symptom caused by blowing pot
Marijuana use results in uncontrollable laughing
Plus, they look flat out crazy
Marijuana users appear insane
Take a good look at yourself
Reflect on your current behavior
Are you addicted?
Are you dependent on marijuana?
Are your eyes half shut and blood shot?
Do you have red, bloodshot eyes as a result of marijuana use?
Do you recognize that person in the mirror?
Marijuana use affects your perception of yourself
Then blame it all on Marijuana
Marijuana use is the cause of these negative changes in behavior and perception
Weed, Grass, Ganja, Joint
Marijuana is known by many names including weed, grass, ganja, and joint
Dooby, Doob, Chronic, Pace
Marijuana is also called dooby, doob, chronic, and pace
Lobo, Loco, Love Boat, Bud
Marijuana is also called lobo, loco, love boat, and bud
Buda, Blunt, Pot
Marijuana is also called buda, blunt, and pot
Four-two-zero and Hashish
Marijuana is also known as 420 and hashish
It'll get you really high
Marijuana use results in a significant change in consciousness
I'm inside you
The temptation or lure to use drugs is always present
- Hey Mike, want some?
Peer pressure to use drugs
- No way man, that stuff's illegal
The decision to not use drugs due to their legal status
Contributed by London N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DravenDank
~Trance~ (all types plus a dub artist as he wont fit anywhere else but i need to share)
Armin Van Buuren
Infected Mushroom
Paul Oakenfold
Tiesto
Darude (we all know sandstorm but hes got more music lol)
Androcell (dub artist)
~Happy Hardcore~
S3rl (obviously)
Kevin Energy
Technohead
The Dark Raver
DJ Isaac
Hocus Pocus
Eraserhead
~Hardstyle~
D-Block & S-te-Fan
Headhunterz
Wasted Penguinz
Showtek
WildStylez
Zatox
Toneshifterz
Zany
To delve more into the scene i suggest looking into line ups for different years of QDance, Defqon, EDC and Tomorrowland. As you find what your niche is it will become a lot easier to find which record labels and festivals will have new/returning/old artists youll love.
Happy raving.
Mush(room) love
PontiacPwr
Can't believe it's taken me nearly a decade to find S3RL. I am absolutely in awe. Every track is more a banger than the last.
Intensify
And believe me, it intensifies.
R1P5T3R
You have not once failed to impress me S3RL. Love your work <3
RatDiploma
"State of euphoria, then permanent insanity"
When ur crush says something nice but then you analyze it way too much hours later
goldenapple saga
Same here man 😂😂
Shikikan
incels forever bro
Yomasi
Hah that's so me rn...
Inhaltslos
feel it
InnOcyte
This is your brain on Bandit
Bozon Bunch
InnOcyte eyyyyy