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.
On Our Own
Showtek Lyrics
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Do we watch our lives go by?
Do you see me? Am I empty?
When you look into my eyes?
We can paint the sky tonight
While the whole world's stuck in time
We are the lives beneath the setting sun
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
We are the fallen ones who've gotten up
We are the light so bright
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
Are we helpless, or are we human?
As we make our lives alright
Do you hear me? Am I empty?
When you look into my mind
We can paint the sky tonight
While the whole world's stuck in time
We are the lives beneath the setting sun
We are the hearts that beat
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
We are the fallen ones who've gotten up
We are the light so bright
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
And we're making it tonight
We can make our lives alright, alright, alright, tonight
We are the lives beneath the setting sun
We are the hearts that beat
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
We are the fallen ones who've gotten up
We are the light so bright
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
Dancing on our own
Dancing on our own
Dancing on our own
Dancing on our own
The lyrics of the song 'On Our Own' by Showtek, Brooks and Natalie Major are about personal freedom, self-expression and above all, the power of the individual to create their own destiny. The first verse ponders whether we are foolish or free, whether we watch our lives go by, whether we are seen by others and whether we are empty inside. These are universal questions that speak to everyone's search for meaning and purpose in life. The second verse asks whether we are helpless or human, whether we are heard by others and whether we can make our lives all right.
The chorus proclaims that we are the lives beneath the setting sun, the hearts that beat and the fallen ones who've gotten up. The lyrics suggest that we are all unique and that we are all capable of standing on our own two feet, even when the world seems to be against us. The song celebrates self-expression and the power of the individual to rise above adversity.
The final line ("Dancing on our own") is repeated several times to emphasize the idea that we don't need anyone to hold our hand or tell us what to do; we can make our own way in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Are we foolish or are we free?
Are we naive or liberated in our actions?
Do we watch our lives go by?
Do we let moments pass without fully experiencing them?
Do you see me? Am I empty?
Do you truly see me and can you sense if I am emotionally unfulfilled?
When you look into my eyes?
When you gaze into my soul?
We can paint the sky tonight, While the whole world's stuck in time
We can create a beautiful moment despite the monotony of everyday life
We are the lives beneath the setting sun
We are living beings who exist as our surroundings change
We are the hearts that beat
We are the center of our own lives, our hearts symbolizing our emotional well-being
And we're dancing on our own, tonight
We are living and enjoying life without relying on anyone else in this moment
We are the fallen ones who've gotten up
We are individuals who have faced adversity but have overcome it
We are the light so bright
We are shining examples of humanity's potential and goodness
And we're making it tonight, We can make our lives alright, alright, alright, tonight
We can have a successful night and make our lives better, even if just for this evening
Dancing on our own
Living life on our own terms, without depending on others in this moment
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EVA SHAW, LUKAS LOULES, NATALIE ANN SEMKIW, SJOERD JANSSEN, THIJS WESTBROEK, WOUTER JANSSEN, THIJS J WESTBROEK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Samuel Montiel
para mi opinion Brooks en estos ultimos meses a sido uno de los mejores dj del 2017 por su gran trabajo
Oscar Torres
Samuel xD Saldaña
De hecho, trabajos con Bassjackers, Martin Garrix y ahora Showtek!!! 👍
Josh Vianna
showtek Brasil te ama💜
Shalinda Desilva
back to back bangers by brooks
Tesla Records
Brooks just keeps releasing more track, so good 🔥🔥🔥
Advaith R
Brooks are on a road to stardom
W1zy Pear
This song is legend 🔥🔥🔥
Marco Röcklinger
I really miss the hardstyle-days and the big room-days... but I am glad if you found a new style of music that you enjoy!!
I am really looking forward to seeing at electric love ^^ best regards from austria
Shanmukesh R
W8 this isnt hardstyle its future bounce ig
More Brooks
@Shanmukesh Rthis is Future Bass I think