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.
Transformers
S3RL Lyrics
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More than meets the eye
Autobots wage their battle
To destroy the evil forces
Of the Decepticons
Robots in disguise [x2]
Transformers
Transformers
Autobots wage their battle
To destroy the evil forces
Of the Decepticons
Robots in disguise [x3]
Transformers
Robots in disguise
The song "Transformers" by S3RL is a tribute to the iconic cartoon series from the 80s, and its lyrics reflect the epic battles between the Autobots and the Decepticons. The song starts with the famous phrase "More than meets the eye", referring to the fact that the Transformers are not only ordinary robots, but they possess incredible abilities that make them unique. The Autobots then declare their mission to wage war against the evil forces of the Decepticons and protect the Earth from their destructive influence. The phrase "Robots in disguise" is repeated several times, emphasizing the fact that the Transformers can take on different forms, blending in with their surroundings and remaining hidden from sight until the right moment to strike.
The lyrics of "Transformers" perfectly capture the spirit of the sci-fi series, with its epic battles and futuristic technology. It is a great example of how music can convey the emotions and themes of a beloved franchise and connect with its fans on a deep, emotional level.
Line by Line Meaning
Transformers
They are robots that transform into other things
More than meets the eye
They are not just robots, they are capable of more than what is initially apparent
Autobots wage their battle
The Autobots are fighting against the Decepticons
To destroy the evil forces
The Autobots' goal is to eliminate the negative and harmful influence of the Decepticons
Of the Decepticons
The enemy that the Autobots are fighting against
Robots in disguise [x2]
The Transformers have the ability to change their appearance to blend in
Transformers
Reinforcement that they are robots that transform their appearance
Robots in disguise
Clarification that the Transformers can change their form to camouflage themselves in different environments
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