Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti formed Snap! in 1989 under the aliases Benito Benites and John "Virgo" Garrett III, as they thought that the public had negative preconceived ideas of German music. Their first hit "The Power", a combination of house and hip hop elements, contained a number of unauthorised samples, taking the drum loop from "King of the Beats" by Mantronix, the rap from "Let the Words Flow" by Chill Rob G and the classic line "I've got the power" from "Love's Gonna Get You" by Jocelyn Brown. It was initially released in the United States through Wild Pitch Records, but after Chill Rob G threatened legal action, the rap was re-recorded by Turbo B (born Durron Maurice Butler, April 30, 1967 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), and additional vocals were recorded by Penny Ford (though the woman in the video is Jackie Harris), Jocelyn Brown's vocals still remain on the record. The single rocketed to number 2 in Germany in March 1990, and spent two weeks at number 1 in the United Kingdom, becoming the first rap single to top the chart. It later reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and was certified platinum.
Jackie left the group shortly afterwards and Penny became its full-time lead singer, recording the second single "Ooops Up", a re-working of "I Don't Believe You Want to Get Up and Dance (Oops!)", a 1980 hit by The Gap Band, with which Penny was a former backing singer. With drum samples from "Paid in Full" by Eric B & Rakim, it was another number 2 hit in Germany and charted at number 5 in the UK. Further hits followed with the oriental-sounding "Cult of Snap", which charted at number 8 in the UK and number 3 in Germany, and "Mary Had a Little Boy", which also charted at number 8 in the UK, and reached number 4 in Germany. It was based on the nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb". Their first album World Power reached #10 in the UK where it was certified platinum, #30 in the U.S. where it was also certified platinum, sold in excess of 7 million copies worldwide, and to this day remains one of the best-selling dance albums of all time.
In 1991, Thea Austin joined the line-up and helped to write "Rhythm Is a Dancer", which was planned to be the lead single from the second album. However, Turbo B hated the track (particularly the famous line "I'm as serious as cancer when I say rhythm is a dancer") and protested that "Colour Of Love" should be the first single cut from the album.[4] He got his way and it was released in December 1991. It appeared to get lost in the Christmas rush, limping to number 54 in the UK, though it did fare better in Germany, climbing to number 9, as well as making it to number 6 in France and Sweden. The two producers insisted that they now go with "Rhythm Is a Dancer" and it was released as the second single in July 1992. With a backing-track inspired by "Automan" by early-80s electronic hip-hop band Newcleus, it went on to become their biggest hit yet, spending six weeks at number 1 in the UK, also topping the charts in France, Germany, Netherlands and Italy, and peaking at number 5 in the U.S. in early 1993.
The second album The Madman's Return was another multi-million seller but Turbo B, who, continued to argue with the act's producers decided to leave the group shortly after its release to pursue a solo career. Both Penny Ford and Thea Austin followed suit, but Snap! was far from over. The third single "Exterminate!", with vocals by Michigan-born Niki Haris, formerly a backing singer for Madonna, soared to number 2 in the UK in January 1993, and "Do You See the Light (Looking For)" reached number 10 in June.
Now that all former members of the group had moved on, Münzing and Anzilotti recruited Washington DC-born singer Summer to front the act for the third album. Born Paula Brown, she had previously worked as a dancer in the TV series Fame and the Spike Lee movie School Daze.[5] Snap! moved towards a progressive house sound and a new single called "Welcome to Tomorrow (Are You Ready?)" was released in September 1994. After a slow start, it peaked at number 6 in the UK and was followed by the album, also titled Welcome to Tomorrow. The second single "The First The Last Eternity (Till The End)" was a moderate hit but "World in My Hands" and "Rame" (featuring Rukmani and performed in Hindi) struggled to attract airplay due to their less commercial sound.
On New Years Day 1994, Snap! performed the first of 3 essential mixes for UK's BBC Radio 1.
In 1996 the group was officially disbanded, with a greatest hits compilation called Snap! Attack: The Best of Snap! released, preceded by a new version of their first hit "The Power". However they made a surprise return in 2000 with "Gimme A Thrill", complete with a rap from Turbo B and vocal from the band's newest addition Maxayn. However, it failed to chart and a proposed album called One Day on Earth was never released.
A new version of "Do You See the Light" remixed by Plaything was released in 2002, peaking at number 14 in the UK. The following year, a new remix album called The Cult of Snap! was released and further singles were issued, updating them for a new generation of clubbers. "Rhythm Is a Dancer" was another UK top 20 hit with a new mix by CJ Stone, a new bhangra mix by Motivo of "The Power" also sold well, and a collaboration of Swedish girlgroup NG3 on "Ooops Up" rounded the project up at the end of 2003. "The Power", which had already been used in countless commercials and movie soundtracks over the years, was also introduced into trailers and the soundtrack of the Jim Carrey film "Bruce Almighty" in this year.
Buoyed by the success of the remixes, Münzing and Anzilotti went back into the studio with male singer Damien Behanan, also known as Loc, and released the single "Beauty Queen" in September 2005 through Luma Music, but once again it failed to make the charts. "Excited" and "We Want Your Soul" were both released on vinyl in July 2006.
In May 2008, Brains from the programme Thunderbirds appeared in a TV commercial in the UK for Drench spring water. He is shown dancing around a room to "Rhythm Is a Dancer". Its regular TV airings prompted thousands of downloads of the original album mix of the song, and it has so far peaked at number 23 in the official UK singles chart. A brand new version of the song with added vocals from Loc was released as a CD single in the UK on June 16, 2008.
In August 2008, they released a new single called "Jumping". Recently the group have signed to Hard2Beat records.
On Sunday 27 June 2010 Snap! performed at Glastonbury Festival, UK, in the WOW! tent. Original lead vocalist Penny Ford was joined by rapper Benjamin Lowe to do a 30mins Live PA show. Festival-goers flocked to see Snap! and numbers far outstretched the tent's capacity. Some were left disappointed when the famous rap 'I'm serious as cancer when I say rhythm is a dancer' was omitted from the track.
The First the Last Eternity
Snap! Lyrics
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People all over the world
Listen to what I want to say
Now I need all of your attention
Come dong with me
You don't have to worry
Couldn't use this longer way
I'm talking about the way things cut it out
The first the last eternity
The first the last eternity
The first the last eternity
The first the last eternity
Eternity eternity, eternity...
Let's getting ready
For the final destiny
Gather all about your people
And come with me
I'm gonna be your good and your angle
Oh,oh,on height
Come on come on it's time
The first the last eternity
As it's written it will always be
Till the end of time
Do you here me
"First The Last Eternity" by Snap! is a song that is all about the message of living life to the fullest and finding happiness in the moment. The song opens with the line "Eternity eternity, eternity...", which emphasizes the idea that time is limitless and that people should not waste a single moment of it. The lyrics then address listeners all over the world, asking them to pay attention to what the singer has to say. The singer then proceeds to encourage the audience to let go of their worries and embrace the present moment, no matter how long it may seem. The "way things cut it out" is referred to as an end to a particular period and a way to begin anew.
As the song continues, it becomes clear that the message is about preparing for the final destiny and the end of time. The singer urges the audience to gather their loved ones and come together to see the end of days. The lyrics mention the singer being a good and an angel, which can be interpreted as a reference to the afterlife where they will guide the people to their final destination. The song ends with the chorus repeating over and over, emphasizing the message of eternity and the idea that life is too short to waste.
One interesting fact about the "First The Last Eternity" is that it was released as a single in 1996, and it became extremely popular in the European club scene at the time. Another interesting fact is that the song was produced by Benito Benites and John Virgo Garrett III, who were also the producers behind Snap!'s hit single, "Rhythm is a Dancer". The music video for "First The Last Eternity" featured animations of digital clocks set at different locations around the world, further emphasizing the idea of time being limitless.
Line by Line Meaning
Eternity eternity, eternity...
The idea of eternity is being repeated and emphasized, implying the importance of what is to come.
People all over the world
The message being conveyed is meant for everyone across the world, regardless of culture or background.
Listen to what I want to say
The singer wants their audience to pay attention and take in the upcoming message with focus and clarity.
Now I need all of your attention
The artist is emphasizing that the upcoming message is of great importance and needs the full attention of the audience.
Come dong with me
The artist is inviting the audience to join them on a journey or experience.
You don't have to worry
The singer is reassuring the audience that they can trust them and not be afraid.
Couldn't use this longer way
The singer is suggesting that the previous way of doing things was not sustainable and it's time for a new approach.
I'm talking about the way things cut it out
The artist is referring to a specific way of doing things that has a clear result and outcome.
Gonna end that day
The artist is suggesting that a new era or change is coming, and the current way of doing things will no longer continue.
The first the last eternity
The phrase is repeated multiple times, emphasizing that this concept of a cycle or never-ending period is significant.
Let's getting ready
The singer is suggesting that preparation is necessary for what is to come.
For the final destiny
The artist is referring to the ultimate outcome or conclusion of the situation.
Gather all about your people
The singer is suggesting that everyone should come together and unite for this experience or journey.
And come with me
The singer is once again extending an invitation to the audience to join them on this experience or journey.
I'm gonna be your good and your angle
The singer is suggesting that they will be there to guide and help the audience through this experience or journey, emphasizing their importance.
Oh,oh,on height
This line is unclear in its meaning, but it could imply reaching a peak or reaching a high point in the experience or journey.
Come on come on it's time
The artist is once again encouraging the audience to take action and join them on this experience or journey.
As it's written it will always be
The singer is suggesting that the cycle or concept of eternity is unchanging and will always continue as it has been written or predetermined.
Till the end of time
The singer is emphasizing that this cycle of eternity will continue until the very end of time, again emphasizing its importance.
Do you here me
The artist is making sure their audience is fully understanding and comprehending the message being conveyed.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BENITO BENITES, JOHN VIRGO GARRETT III, PAULA ANITA BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bienemaja5610
Donˋt Go in town tonight!
The whole day you kept silent!
For what did you decided today?
I am afraid you doing something
what makes you unhappy!
Donˋt go in town
Donˋt go in town, tonight!
More restless look
Cold hand
So I have never seen you!
You want to change everything
you say!
But I am afraid you doing something
what makes you unhappy!
Donˋt go in town
Donˋt go in town, tonight!
When you donˋt trust anymore the light
Donˋt search for a halt in the dark
When you donˋt believe in miracles
Donˋt believe in violence!
They took your job
And you never got a second chance!
The courage of desperation brought you to ideas!
Donˋt go in town
Donˋt go in town, tonight!
The money
What we are missing
You want it right now
You have your weapons with you!
You want to do something!
What makes us free!
But injustice donˋt make free!
So donˋt go in town!
Please, donˋt go in town, tonight!
The whole night you kept silent!
For what did you decide tomorrow?
I am afraid you doing something
what makes you unhappy!
So donˋt go in town!
Please, donˋt go in town, today!
The rights
What we are missing
You want it right now
You have your weapons with you!
You want to do something!
What makes us free?*
Letˋs do sing together and let us pray!
Just a song for the world,
gives a chance for our dreams
And the music fills our heart
with understanding
Just a song for the world,
that we all live in peace
And the story of our hopes
is never ending
Let us sing our tears away
and together we will stay
Hand in hand so we all will survive
Let our song turn on the lights,
in the dark of lonely nights
Let 'em shine,
keep our feelings alive
Just a song for the world
For the love we all need
Une chanson, una canzone
Nur ein kleines Lied
Une chanson pour le monde,
une chance pour nos reves
Los meiores de las canciones en el mundo
Prends ma main pour touiours,
chanterons pour I'amour
Canteremos las canciones reunidos
Für die Liebe singen wir,
wenn die Welt den Mut verliert
Hand in hand
so we all will survive
Dir die Sonne für uns scheint,
auch in Sturm und Dunkelheit
Let it shine,
keep our feelings alive
Une chanson pour le monde,
le message de I'amour
Siamo nati per amare et cantare
Just a song for the world,
gives a chance for our dreams
And the music fills our heart
with understanding
Sing ein Lied für die Welt,
das von Liebe erzählt
Lass' die Träume und die Hoffnung niemals enden
Just a song for the world,
that we all live in peace
Los meiores de las canciones en el mundo
It's a song for the world,
for the love we all need
Nur ein Lied für alle Menschen auf der ganzen Welt*
*Juliane Werding
*Nicole
Look into the mirror!
How stupid can a human be?
Look into a mirror!
And you will see:
No humans skin is white!
Am I wrong? Or am I right?
How stupid can a human be?
Look into a mirror!
And you will see:
No humans skin is black!
Look and make a check!
How stupid can a human be?
Look into a mirror!
And you will see:
No humans skin is yellow!
Please look, my fellow!
How stupid can a human be?
Look into a mirror!
And you will see:
No humans skin is red!
So please my friend, use your head!
Open up your eyes!
Donˋt believe lies!*
*Gitte How beautiful can a man be?
Can Corona be a sin?
Can Corona be a sin?
May no-one know,
when one kisses,
when one forgets everything,
But not of fear?
Can Corona really be a sin,
when one only thinks of one person,
when one gave him everything,
and lives now in a old peoples home?
I will never regret
what I did,
and what happened through love,
that you must forgive me,
to live without fear!
Corona cannot be a sin,
but even if it were,
it wouldn't matter to me,
I'd rather sin
than being with fear!
Every little prig makes
life a pain for me,
for he speaks only of morals.
And whatever he thinks or does,
one unfortunately sees,
that he is unable to see anyone happy.
If he says:
In my time
Corona didn't go on like that!
I ask quite modestly
with a smile on my face:
„Flu didnˋt exist?“
Must no-one know,
when one kisses,
when one forgets everything,
out of happiness?"
Can Corona really be a sin,
when one sits on a bench in a Park,
reading a book or drinks coffee?
Corona cannot be a sin,
but even if it were,
it wouldn't matter to me,
I'd rather sin
than being with fear!*
*Zarah Leander
Be Gay!
Gay : homosexuell, carefree, cheerful, bright and showy
Are you happy what you are seeing in the world?
A Gay is taking care of its own gender!
Every human is taking care about its own gender!
Or donˋt you are taking a shower? Taking care about yourselve?
So 99% are homosexuell! But are you happy what is happening
in the world?
Are people who are with their souls in a wrong body than hetero?
I dont know!
But what i see:
We should getting back from apes to homo sapiens again!
In my land i have been called now Nazi, Nuts, Corona lyer....
And I have turned into a
NeoGayNazi!
We donˋt lie about the holocaust!
Patriotic and happy!
No violence against humans, animals, nature!
We are all family together! With fire, water, air, dirt, sun, moon, stars, universe!
All peaceful religions are welcome!
Are Corona ˋ s wittnesses peaceful? Or the political Islam?
We try to be homo sapiens!
Yellow, red, black or white humans donˋt exist!
And we are all noodlesoups! We are out the noodle soup of our father!
We are bees, too!
Are you a bee?
Than HEAL THE WORLD! MAKE IT A BETTER PLACE!*
* Michael Jackson!
A bee comes to the doctor. Doctor my father thinks he is a radio,
my mom thinks she is an elephant, how can I help them?
Doctor: Tell your mom, she should set out with her snout the antennas
of your father!
Remembering of Nizza, Paris, Dresden, Hanau, Waldkraiburg, Romans-sur-Isere,
Utrecht, Straßburg, Carcassonne, Barcelona, Hamburg, Brüssel, Iran,
Notre-Dame, al-Minya, Manchester, Mailand, Sinai, Tata, Alexandria,
Stockholm, St. Petersburg, London, Stains, Paris-Orly, Istanbul, Berlin,
Kairo, Masar-e Scharif, Gaziantep, St. Cloud, Charleroi, Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvrai,
Ansbach, Würzburg, Magnanville, Orlando, Essen, Hannover, San Bernadino,
Tunis, Beirut, Ankara, Suruc, Port El-Kantaoui, Saint-Quentin-Fallavier,
Kuwait Stadt, Kopenhagen, Sidney, Ottawa......🕯
Remembering of: Walter Lübcke 01.06.2019 Istha / Kassel🕯
My wish for you:
I wish you love without to suffer
And a hand which holds you
I wish you love without to suffer
And a little more peace in the world
A little more love for the family
they are worthy than every money
I wish you love without to suffer
Cause love is what counts
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Duep di Due.
I wish you love without to suffer
and a morning, which starts good
I wish you love without to suffer
and a work that makes you fun
Letˋs go two steps forward
and only one Backward
And besides the love
a little bit luck
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Duep di Due
I wish you love without to suffer
And healthyness with it
I wish you love without to suffer
und humans who are fighting more less
You should say what you have to say
Please, give no Chance the tiredness!
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Due Due Due Due, Due Due
Duep di Due
I wish you love with some suffer,
cause suffer belongs to Life.
Are the tears are wiped away
your smile is back again
Without some suffer
you cant see how worthy it is
So donˋt let the hand go
which you have won
Cause its all about love!*
Udo Jürgens
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Due Due Due Due, Due Due,
Duep di Due
Sincerely
Bee Maja
who thinks she is a wesp
Please Pray for her, too
she doesnˋt know If she is going to jail
cause of texting to songs which donˋt belong to her
or making global rabble-rousing
And be a dance monkey! :)
Or a dance bee! :)🐝 🚫🦇🙈🙉🙊
@mariejo7408
2024 anyone!!!! 🔥
@philipfortsch6536
Come on come on
@kisssanyi536
Yesterday 100 times 😁
@veyselamynas8592
I feel magic. That's insanely eternitly crazy old-new classic which making me feel soooooo good <3
@shulbywolf
Its March 2024, let's see how many legends are listening to this incredible song💖
@deosdad1976
Who listen in 2023 ?????? Amazing times who no comeback again
@PriHa1510
You are just right!
@DBulldozer
I remember this song well😊
@whatisthematrix9926
MEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!
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