Their characteristic productions, world acclaimed albums, award winnings and mind blowing performances have gained them recognition as ambassadors for the global EDM scene. In 2012 numbers came out that Showtek was ranked #17 in the Top 20 of music export products of The Netherlands. In Billboard Magazine they were rated as one of the top 10 highlights for Electric Daisy Carnival 2011 (world's biggest EDM event). Being elected by one of the most powerful music magazines, while performing with names like; David Guetta, Steve Angello, Tiësto and Steve Aoki is definitely an achievement which shows that the Dutch brothers have reached the top of the EDM scene.
Music
Since the launch of their first artist album 'Today is Tomorrow' in 2007, Showtek has been unstoppable; Year after year they have received awards on their music and performances and they even were the first act, within their style, to deliver the world famous "Essential Mix" for BBC Radio 1, with millions of listeners. In the same year Showtek's music got featured on the soundtrack of the international Hollywood blockbuster movie called, 'Bruno', by Sacha Baron Cohen.
The second multi award winning album: 'Analogue Players in a Digital World' was unveiled in 2009 at the prestigious 'Amsterdam Dance Event' (ADE) and crossed genres in a way the scene had never experienced before. In 2011 they start co-producing music with an icon in EDM, that doesn't come any bigger then fellow Dutch man, Tiësto. It shouldn't be a surprise that their first official collaboration release was together with their new powerful buddy and was released as Tiësto & Showtek - "Hell Yeah!", which resulted in a worldwide top 10 hit.
A totally new concept called "Crazy Collabs" was born out of this and raised new opportunities for the boys to collaborate with DJ’s / Producers from all musical corners. The second 'Crazy Collab' is Hardwell & Showtek - "How We Do", which hit #1 on Beatport within a week after release. The accompanied video clip got rated as “most viewed music video” on MTV USA in the same week.
As a result of this tremendously successful story, the phone at the 2-Dutch headquarters doesn’t stop ringing anymore. And some of the major Dance labels have started throwing in offers to release Showtek’s music.
Performances
Showtek sold out solo events for thousands of diehard fans and curious spectators in every corner of the globe, from Asia and Australia to Europe and all the way to their new home The United States of America. They hosted stages on world famous festivals such as, Dance Valley (UDC) and ID&T/Q-Dance. In summer 2012 world's biggest concert organization 'Live Nation' snapped up Showtek for a 6 week 'Rock & Roll' bus tour, which brought Showtek to each corner in the states delivering show after show for tens of thousands excited clubbers.
Watching and hearing Showtek is a joy to behold. Showtek's stunning live-shows, devastating DJ sets, and massive productions, have led to much deserved world domination. And they only have just begun.
Breakbeat Junkie
Showtek Lyrics
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Everybody is there, everybody is there,
Everybody is there.
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life,
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescues,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie.
Chorus:
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescues,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie.
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life,
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescue,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
[Chorus:]
Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie,
Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie,
Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie,
Break, break, break .
Breakbeat Junkie.
Everybody is there,
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life,
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescues,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life,
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescues,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
Breakbeat Junkie.
[Chorus:]
Break, reak, break, break, break, break
Breakbeat Junkie.
Breakbeat Junkie.
Chorus:
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life,
Standing in life for a good time,
As the rescues,
Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
Breakbeat Junkie.
The lyrics to Showtek's song "Breakbeat Junkie" are relatively simple and repetitive, but they still manage to convey a message of unity and the desire to live life freely and happily. The first verse describes a party or gathering where everyone is present and united in their love for breakbeat music. The repeated chorus emphasizes the need for love and a good life, while also highlighting the excitement and joy of living for the music. The title phrase "Breakbeat Junkie" suggests a passionate obsession with the style of music, and the last lines of the song, "break, reak, break, break," echo the beat and rhythm of the music.
Overall, the lyrics seem to celebrate the sense of community that can be found through shared musical interests, as well as the desire to live life to the fullest and enjoy the freedom of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody is there, everybody is there, Everybody is there.
Everyone is present and ready to go.
Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life, Standing in life for a good time, As the rescues, Living the life for breakbeat Junkie.
All anyone really needs is a little bit of love and a good life. We're standing together in the pursuit of having fun and living life to the fullest, all for the love of breakbeat music.
Chorus: Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life, Standing in life for a good time, As the rescues, Living the life for breakbeat Junkie. Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life, Standing in life for a good time, As the rescue, Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
We're singing out our desire for a happy life and good times with the people we care about. We're united in our love for breakbeat music and sharing that joy with others.
[Chorus:] Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie, Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie, Breakbeat Junkie, breakbeat Junkie, Break, break, break .
We're getting ready to really dive into the music now, shouting out the genre we love and preparing to dance our hearts out.
Breakbeat Junkie. Everybody is there, Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life, Standing in life for a good time, As the rescues, Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy.
We're emphasizing that everyone is still here, and we're still focused on having a good time and enjoying life. The joy of breakbeat music is bringing us all together.
Break, reak, break, break, break, break Breakbeat Junkie. Breakbeat Junkie.
We're really getting into the music now, letting ourselves become completely immersed in the beats and enjoying the moment to the fullest.
Chorus: Heyy, all we want is a little love, a good life, Standing in life for a good time, As the rescues, Living the life for breakbeat Junkie, heyyy. Breakbeat Junkie.
We're shouting out our love for breakbeat music one last time, and still emphasizing our focus on enjoying life and having a good time with each other.
Writer(s): Wouter Janssen, Sjoerd Janssen
Contributed by Anna F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.