As Skrillex, Moore is an electronic DJ and producer boasting a musical style that incorporates electro house, fidget house, and dubstep. Moore began producing and performing under the alias Skrillex at clubs in the Los Angeles area in 2008.
Throughout 2010, Skrillex became a bigger and bigger part of Moore’s life. On June 7, 2010 he released his debut EP as Skrillex, My Name is Skrillex, as a free download. Soon after, he was signed to mau5trap and began a nationwide tour with deadmau5. On October 22, 2010 he released his second EP, Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites, as a co-release through mau5trap and Big Beat.
On June 2, 2011, Moore announced the release of a "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" remix EP titled More Monsters and Sprites, which was released on June 7, 2011 on Beatport and June 21, 2011 on iTunes. It contained 3 new tracks, as well as 4 remixes of "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites".
Skrillex announced his label OWSLA on August 17, 2011.
On December 23, 2011, Moore released the Bangarang EP. The EP features Ellie Goulding on the track "Summit", as well as collaborations with Wolfgang Gartner, Kill the Noise, The Doors and 12th Planet
Skrillex has been nominated for five awards at the 54th Annual Grammys to be held in February 2012. Among his nominations are Best New Artist, Best Dance Recording (for "Scary Monsters & Nice Sprites") and Best Short Form Music Video (for "First of the Year (Equinox)")
Leaving
Skrillex Lyrics
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The lyrics to Skrillex's song Leaving are quite introspective and deal with the struggle of having to leave behind someone or something that was once important in our lives. The first verse discusses the internal conflict that arises when we're faced with the decision to leave, questioning whether we're making the right choice or not. The lines "I won't say goodbye, I won't say anything tonight/ It's over now, the silence seems so loud" convey the idea that sometimes, it's better to leave without saying anything at all, as words cannot always express the depth of our emotions.
The chorus of the song offers some insight into the aftermath of leaving, with the line "It's hard enough to find the words/ Let alone the courage just to say aloud" expressing how difficult it can be to verbalize our feelings when we're leaving. The second verse delves further into the emotional pain that comes with leaving someone or something behind, with lines like "The weight of what we lost will never hold us down/ The road I'm on consists of lonely sound".
Overall, the lyrics to Leaving speak to the universal experience of having to leave something behind, and the complex emotions that come with that decision.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry but don't wanna talk, I need a moment before I go
I apologize but I'm not ready to speak, I require some time to myself before I depart
It's nothing personal
This decision is not about you, it's not directed towards you personally
I draw the blinds, they don't need to see me cry
I close the curtains to prevent others from witnessing my tears and vulnerability
Cause even when they understand, they don't understand
Although they may comprehend my situation, they can never truly empathize or relate to my experience
So then I shut em' out, I'm scared they'll see the truth
I isolate myself in fear that others may discover the reality of my emotions or situation
That I'm not who they want me to be
I do not match the expectations or desires of those around me
I'm leaving, I'm leaving, I'm leaving, but I won't let you down
I am departing, but I will not disappoint or betray you in the process
No, I'll keep you safe and sound, I'll keep you safe and sound
I will ensure your protection and security, even as I depart from your presence
Contributed by Claire M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@princenosiatajansen
DreamOfTitans Shut the f*** up!!
Skrillex you are the Man!!!! keep up the work. Your music is real, with a lot of emotion and talent. Dont listen to people like this guy!
Your "people" really made me laugh. Are you on a mission or what :D:D:D:D oh damn. poor normal people!!!! :D
here is my music: https://soundcloud.com/salvatorjansen
stay tuned, cheers =).
@SelectedBase
people hating this song are just mainstream without a feeling for good music. - thanks skrillex for this tune.
@enricobruno7783
this ep is so magical!!!
@kryingblood
OG comment
@DOENERUSCHI
I downvoted this song when it came out. After a long time I finally fixed my mistake.
@joaquin5929
People hating this song were people who were into dubstep even before skrillex existed
@left4d0g
@DOENERUSCHI this reminds me of scores for the Skrillex albums in early 2010s. Bangarang was rated somwhere around 6/10 – several years later it was deemed one of the best albums of the period and of all time, Recess was really hated for departing from signature Skrillex sound – is now considered one of the best electronic albums of the decade and of all time. I think Skrillex music ages like fine wine – you need time to understand it’s majesty.
@Fanaguitar17
I hate the fact i cannot listen to this on Spotify when all this EP was actually GOLDEN
@longliveteefa
+1
@drybones4189
too man
@ciromartinezzz
true