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From,
Londinium, London and South East
United Kingdom.
Stamina MC is a stage name of drum & bass Emcee and vocalist Linden Michael Tarquin Rippington Johnson Spitfire Reeves Smythe. Stamina MC used both rapping and vocalizing.
He began performing in 1994. In 2000 he met DJ Marky, DJ Patife and XRS Land. Stamina is said to have the ability to MC to any style of music in any way.
He is best known for providing vocals for chart-topping singles Barcelona by D. Kay and Epsilon (2003) and LK by DJ Marky and XRS Land (2003). Unofficial videos are available for both singles.
Stamina MC has also collaborated with Makoto and London Elektricity
In 2002 he hosted an 11,000 capacity arena for 11 hours, establishing him in Brazil. He then performed for 1 million people at the Peace Parade.
Stamina MC is currently still producing, as well as featuring alongside DJ Marky in many of his sets. Stamina has played in many cities all around the world such as Tallinn, Estonia (at club Prive), Budapest, Barcelona, Sao Paulo, and Cardiff. He has also featured on the BBC's 1xtra, alongside DJs like DJ Friction, High Contrast, DJ Marky, and DJ Patife.
Stamina MC also features in D.Kay's 2007 "Jazz-Step" Album Individual Soul in the track All That You Are.
Recently, Stamina MC featured in DJ Fresh's new single, "Hypercaine" with Koko as vocals.
Outside of Stamina MC's hectic schedule he can be found on the Drum and Bass Arena discussions boards, mostly locking threads about headphones
myspace.com/musicfromstamina
Barcelona
Stamina MC Lyrics
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See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
Sometimes I, I feel like I don't know what's going on
And sometimes I'm led to believe everything I know is wrong
And always keeping the truth it's all in my mind
Explanations for the way that I feel
Are so hard to find
That's why that's why
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back, go back
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back back
(And all I wanna do is go)
(And all I wanna do is go back)
I feel (like)
I feel
I feel (like)
Like I wanna go back, like I gotta go back
I feel (like)
Said I feel
Like I wanna go back, like I gotta go back
Each time I decide these feelings can't keep going on, no no
It's just a matter of time before they come back twice as strong
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back back back
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back, go back
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
And all I wanna do is go back, back
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
The song "Barcelona" by Stamina MC is a tribute to the city of Barcelona and how the music from the city can transport the listener to a different place. The song talks about how the singer feels like they are in Barcelona every time they hear the tune and how they just start drifting away. The repetition of this sentiment in the lyrics emphasizes the singer's desire to return to the city.
It's evident that the singer is in a state of confusion and uncertainty about their life, as they say that sometimes they feel like everything they know is wrong. The lyrics suggest that the music from Barcelona provides an escape from this confusion and makes them feel like they want to go back to the city. The lyrics also suggest that the singer has been in Barcelona before and has a deep connection to the city.
The song's rhythm and the use of the trumpet give it a distinct Spanish feel, which is a nod to Barcelona's rich cultural heritage. The lyrics suggest that the music of the city is so infectious and evocative that it has the power to transport the listener to the city and give them a sense of nostalgia.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel like I'm in Barcelona
Whenever I listen to this song, it transports me to the city of Barcelona, and the feeling is so strong that I feel like I'm actually there.
See anytime I hear this tune I just start drifting away
The music has a powerful effect on me and takes me away from my current surroundings, causing me to daydream and lose focus.
And all I wanna do is go back
I wish I could physically be in Barcelona to experience and enjoy its beauty and culture.
Sometimes I feel like I don't know what's going on
At times I struggle to understand the world and the events that take place around me.
And sometimes I'm led to believe everything I know is wrong
There are moments where my beliefs and understanding of things are called into question, and I start to doubt my own knowledge and perceptions.
I keep on telling myself that it's real
When I feel uncertain, I try to remind myself that my experiences and emotions are valid and that I'm not imagining things.
And always keeping the truth it's all in my mind
I try to stay grounded in the reality that my thoughts and feelings are subjective and don't necessarily reflect objective reality.
Explanations for the way that I feel
I struggle to understand and articulate the reasons behind my emotions.
Are so hard to find
I often feel frustrated that I can't clearly explain to myself or others why I feel the way I do.
Each time I decide these feelings can't keep going on, no no
I try to convince myself that my intense emotions are temporary and won't last forever, but it's difficult to let go of them.
It's just a matter of time before they come back twice as strong
Despite my efforts to suppress my feelings, they always come back stronger and more overwhelming than before.
Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: David Kulenkampff, Cleveland Watkiss, Linden Wray Reeves
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@benkins97
It should be illegal that this song is not on Spotify. One of the best feel good summer drum and bass songs I've ever heard πͺπΈ
@ninja12370
100% agree
@chrisstihldean5248
100% Iv searched every which way and it just isn't there π
@vaughanrhodes4992
Iβm with you guys. I was preparing a summer playlist for Friday night at my bar , all the usual suspects were on the list , but canβt find this . There is Barcelona by DJ Kay , but itβs some weird song. The way I understand how Spotify works itβs probably the artist who wonβt allow the track to be played
@Happyyz
Only caraoke version which Just doesnt feel like that. Whos droping this in sets in 2022?
@belvedere98
Yes yes, really need this to be on Spotify
@evecarbin4454
So disappointed I can't get this on my Spotify, this tune brings me so much joy!
@thegraciefighter102
Is it on any other platforms ?
@jamesmusson7506
2023 and still not on Spotify classic banga has any of the music platforms got it on
@jamesphlames7498
Oh man, the early 00's was such a great time for Drum n Bass. The raves were a glorious place to be!