Simon won the Popstar Magazine and Johnny Wright's "Get Famous" contest, was named a national top 10 finalist in the "Britney Spears Samsung Superstar Tour," was commissioned by Disney to provide a theme song for an annual Disneyland event, was named an official Oklahoma Ambassador of Music, and won The University of Tulsa Award for Outstanding Achievement in Performance.
Simon was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 10. Later that same year Simon earned a coveted role in the national tour production of the musical Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He overcame his disease and completely defeated cancer.
After years of performing in at least 7 professional level operas or musicals a year, Simon had shifted his sights to the realm of pop music. Inspired by the current pop sensations Britney Spears and *NSYNC, Simon decided to record his first demo. At the age of 15 Simon completed his first set of recordings and began to shop them around. It was his encounter with managers Matthew Knowles and Laila Bagge later that summer that changed him forever though. After meeting with them and singing for them, Simon presented the two managers with his demo, and much to his dismay, was told that although he had stage presence and charisma beyond his years, he sounded like a broadway kid and wouldn't ever get signed with that kind of sound. Taking their advice, Simon stopped performing in musicals altogether, began the process of breaking his voice down, and started to find one of his own.
At 16, Simon met local producer Jadion, who offered Simon his business card after watching him win the Britney Spears Superstar Karaoke tour in Tulsa. A few months later, Simon finally felt he was ready to tackle the recording studio again, this time with a fresh approach, and contacted the producer. The producer's fresh, swedish-pop sound pleased Simon and they soon began the process of recording his new demo. This was Simons first time to watch songs he had written himself come to fruition, and he soon became addicted to the process.
A few months before his 19th birthday, Simon grew weary of pursuing his dream via phone and mail, and decided to accept the invitation his producer extended and live with him and his wife who had recently moved to Los Angeles. He packed his bags and drove, by himself, across the country to the bright lights of LA.
In late 2009 Curtis once again began to work on his musical career. He once again teamed up with friend producer Jadion and in a time-span of about thirteen days, he wrote and recorded 8Bit Heart. He chose to release the album for free on his official website after meeting the goal of eight thousand followers on his Twitter profile. The album was well received by the pop community and was downloaded over 150,000 times in the two weeks following its release. Curtis has managed to do all this without the help of a manager or record label.
At the age of 20, Simon has most certainly found his own voice in the tiny apartment recording studio with Jadion. There they began the sessions that would ultimately result in Simons upcoming, independent, debut album Alter Boy. Recently, Simon and Jadion were commissioned by Disney to deliver a theme song for the annual Disneyland Resort event, Flashback, which later became a charity single benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America.
Curtis made his film debut when he landed the role of Royce Du Lac on Nickelodeon's musical TV movie Spectacular! in 2009.
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Detox
Simon Curtis Lyrics
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The people
Trying to
Take back
Your music
Its like a reclamation
You against the heat
You gotta get
You gotta
Get in the zone
Detoxify
Detoxify
Not that long ago
I loved nobody more
To make you happy
Baby
I thought you were born
I had to watch
You play around
With those boys
Anticipating
When you make
Some more noise
I felt so lucky
To have you
In my life
I looked the other way
As you walked on by
But everytime
I see you
Now I deploy
Please Mona Lisa
Baby
Hit me one more time
It just got so crazy
I thought
You were stronger
Oh baby baby
Can't wait that much longer
Don't believe
I just don't believe it
Said you beat it
But I don't believe it
So I think you need it
Don't think you need it
Don't repeat it
Detox
You need it
Don't deny it
You just don't deny it
Try to hide it
But you can't deny it
So I don't defy it
You can't justify it
Rigidify it
And detoxify it
You're up against the people
Trying to take back your music
Its like a reclamation
You against the heat
You gotta
Get in the zone
You gotta
Get in the zone
And if you really wanna fight it
Sattle up
And let your rhythm renighted it
Try to hit it
In a minute I'mma take you on
I'mma take you on
Now I can see
Your just a girl
You are not
Don't let me be
The last to know
When you thought
'Bout where you're gonna go
Before the goodbye
I try and try
But I can't get satisfied
Sometimes I feel
The answer
You give is poor
I'm about to tell you
Don't go knockin'
On my door
It just got so crazy
I thought you were stronger
Oh baby baby
Can't wait that much longer
Don't believe
I just don't believe it
Said you beat it
But I don't believe it
So I think you need it
Don't think you need it
Don't repeat it
Detox
You need it
Don't deny it
You just don't deny it
Try to hide it
But you can't deny it
So I don't defy it
You can't justify it
Rigidify it
And detoxify it
Don't believe
I just don't believe it
Said you beat it
But I don't believe it
So I think you need it
Don't think you need it
Don't repeat it
Detox
You need it
Don't deny it
You just don't deny it
Try to hide it
But you can't deny it
So I don't defy it
You can't justify it
Rigidify it
And detoxify it
You're up against the people
Trying to take
Back your music
Its like a reclamation
You against the heat
You gotta
Get in the zone
You gotta
Get in the zone
And if you really wanna fight it
Sattle up
And let your rhythm renighted it
Try to hit it
In a minute I'mma take you on
I'mma take you on
The song "Detox" by Simon Curtis is about someone who is struggling with addiction and trying to detoxify their life from the negative influences around them. The lyrics "You're up against the people / Trying to take back your music / It's like a reclamation / You against the heat" suggest that the singer is surrounded by people who are trying to control or manipulate their music and their life. The repeated phrase "Detoxify / Detoxify" reinforces the idea that the singer needs to cleanse themselves of these influences.
The second verse seems to be addressing a lover who has betrayed the singer in some way. They describe feeling lucky to have this person in their life, but ultimately feeling unsatisfied and disappointed by their actions. The chorus then returns to the idea of detoxification, reinforcing the message that the singer needs to rid themselves of negative influences.
The bridge emphasizes the idea that the singer cannot deny their need for detoxification, even if they try to hide it or justify it to themselves. The repeated use of "Don't believe / I just don't believe it / Said you beat it / But I don't believe it" suggests that the singer is struggling to trust themselves or those around them, which could be a result of their addiction.
In summary, "Detox" by Simon Curtis is a song about someone who is struggling with addiction and trying to detoxify their life from negative influences. The lyrics suggest that the singer is surrounded by people who are trying to control or manipulate them, and that they have been betrayed by someone they loved. The repeated use of the word "detoxify" emphasizes the message that the singer needs to cleanse themselves of these influences, even if it is difficult.
Line by Line Meaning
You're up against
You're facing a challenge or opposition
The people
The individuals or community involved in the challenge
Trying to
Attempting to
Take back
Regain or recover something that was once theirs
Your music
The music that you have created or produced
Its like a reclamation
Similar to the process of taking back something that was once theirs
You against the heat
You as an individual being put under pressure from the opposition
You gotta get
You must achieve or do something important
In the zone
To focus completely on your task or objective
Detoxify
To remove unhealthy or harmful substances from something to make it pure or clean
Not that long ago
Referring to a past point in time, recently
I loved nobody more
I had deep feelings of love for no one else
To make you happy
Doing things to bring joy to your life
Baby
An affectionate term for a loved one
I thought you were born
I believed that you were destined or meant to be in my life
I had to watch
I was in a situation where I had to observe you
You play around
You engage in activities without commitment or loyalty
With those boys
Spending time with male friends or acquaintances
Anticipating
Expecting or looking forward to something happening
When you make
When you create or produce something
Some more noise
Referring to future developments or achievements
I felt so lucky
I considered myself fortunate
To have you
To be with you or have you in my life
In my life
A reference to the time spent together in a personal relationship
I looked the other way
Ignoring or avoiding something unpleasant or uncomfortable
As you walked on by
As you pursued other interests or relationships
But everytime I see you
Whenever I encounter you, on any occasion
Now I deploy
Now I express, utilize or use something to achieve a specific goal
Please Mona Lisa
A reference to the well-known painting, asking for a smile or a favorable outcome
Hit me one more time
An expression of wanting to be involved or engaged with a situation or person again
It just got so crazy
The situation became confusing, chaotic or overwhelming
I thought you were stronger
I believed you had more resilience or ability to overcome challenges
Can't wait that much longer
Unable to sustain the current situation or delay any further
Don't believe I just don't believe it
Doubting or not accepting something someone has said or done
Said you beat it
Claiming you have overcome or won something
So I think you need it
Believing that something is necessary or valuable for someone's wellbeing or growth
Don't think you need it
Believing that something is not necessary or valuable for someone's wellbeing or growth
Don't repeat it
Requesting that someone not duplicate certain negative behaviors or actions
You need it
Believing that something is necessary or valuable for someone's wellbeing or growth
Don't deny it
Don't reject or avoid accepting something negative or true
Try to hide it
Attempt to conceal or cover up something negative or true
So I don't defy it
Refusing to dismiss or ignore something negative or true
You can't justify it
Unable to explain or defend something negative or unwanted
Rigidify it
To make something more firm or inflexible, often in a negative context
And detoxify it
To remove unhealthy or harmful substances from something to make it pure or clean
And if you really wanna fight it
An expression suggesting that a serious challenge or conflict is about to occur
Sattle up
To prepare and get ready for a challenge or conflict
And let your rhythm renighted it
An expression of using one's creativity or skills to successfully accomplish a task
Try to hit it
An expression of trying one's best to achieve a desired outcome
In a minute I'mma take you on
An expression of preparing to confront or challenge someone or something
Now I can see
Having a realization or understanding of something
Your just a girl
An expression of seeing someone as vulnerable or not fully capable
You are not
An expression of denying or rejecting someone or something's qualities or abilities
Don't let me be
A request to not exclude or disregard someone
The last to know
Referring to situations where someone is not kept informed or involved
When you thought
A reference to reflecting or considering different options or possibilities
'Bout where you're gonna go
Referring to making a decision or taking a new direction
Before the goodbye
An expression of anticipating a farewell or the end of something
I try and try
An expression of continued effort or persistence
But I can't get satisfied
Unable to find or achieve a sense of fulfillment or contentment
Sometimes I feel
An expression of fluctuating emotions or thoughts
The answer
The response or solution to a problem or question
You give is poor
Referring to a subpar or insufficient response or solution
I'm about to tell you
An expression of preparing to communicate something important or consequential
Don't go knockin'
A warning or request not to disrupt or interfere with something or someone
On my door
An expression of wanting to be left alone or not bothered
Contributed by Gavin T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@123sonadow123
Holy shit I JUST REALIZED
At the beginning when he was talking really fast - it's from Britney Spears as well! HOLY CRAP SIMON STOP THIS MADNESS
@RainbowSprinkles1001
But what's the song?
@123sonadow123
CharVilla1001 Me Against the Music - Britney Spears ft Madonna
@RainbowSprinkles1001
You're awesome, thanks :D
@bluemai2198
The beginning I was liek, GAAASPPP! How can you sing so fast ;';
@gaylesbian5661
Because his sexy voice allows him to... Enjoy his sped up sexiness.
@raitheshortstack622
He's extremely talented!
@dudebro765
Man, your music is awesome! Just get more in the public and the masses will love you!
@ustgt
i LOVE all of the britney references!!!
@sourceofreason
I'm addicted to this song