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It often just happens without any warning or notice. There's no time for preparation. However, if
you embrace it with an open heart and mind, everything can change for the better.
Ever since 2004, production powerhouse and platinum-selling eclectic pop unit The Cataracs had
been a duo—Niles and David. However, in the summer of 2012, after the release of the sizzling
hot Gordo Taqueria [Indie-Pop/Republic Records] and its fiery lead single "All You" featuring
Kaskade and Waka Flocka Flame, David decided to follow a lifelong dream and travel the world,
effectively leaving The Cataracs a one-man unit. Niles dusted himself off and kept forging ahead
though.
"It left me really vulnerable and anxious for a minute," he admits. "It also gave me the
opportunity to come into my own as a solo act and even realize the initial vision that I had for
The Cataracs. I like creating intelligent dance music that makes people move. That's what I've
wanted to do since the beginning. Campa and I weren't always on the same page about that.
Now, I have an even clearer understanding of what The Cataracs is, and I'm making the best
music I've ever made."
That's a bold claim, but it's true. From day one, Niles had served as the group's producer and
produced other artists under the moniker "The Cataracs". He was behind the immortal beat for
Far East Movement's "Like a G6" featuring Dev. The track became a worldwide phenomenon,
surpassing digital sales of 3 million and topping the Billboard Hot 100. It also kick-started the
careers of Far East Movement and Dev and created unanimous demand for production from
Niles.
From there, he worked the board for Dev's platinum smash "In the Dark" as well her entire major
label debut, The Night the Sun Came Up, Snoop Dogg's saucy "Wet", and other tracks from the
likes of Enrique Iglesias, Usher, 50 Cent, New Boyz, and more. He's also been sought out by
everyone from E-40 to David Guetta.
At the same time, honing his two-prong vision for The Cataracs, he's pushing the boundaries of
pop. On his solo material, he cooks up an infectious concoction of sexy dance music with lo-fi
hip hop swagger and undeniable pop bliss. In November and December, Niles will be releasing
a free track every week leading up to the debut of a yet to be titled free EP.
The next chapter of The Cataracs has kicked off with a bang, and it's only just begun.
"I've got confidence like I've never had before," enthuses Niles. "I want fans to walk away from
my music with something they're not getting anywhere else. I want to break the fucking boring
static coming out of the radio. I want to give people addictive, catchy songs. That's what I love to
do."
SUNRISE
The Cataracs Lyrics
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I'm in a forgien city
Poppin' bottles in the ice
And all these girls are pretty
I'm staying up late tonight
Me and my best friends gettin' shitty
Poppin' bottles in the club
And you know we gettin' drunk
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
I just did a car bomb
In the backseat of a car
I'm like a cellphone with no bars
Swing! motherfucker on par
We are, here for one reason
So keep the ratio even
And keep the radio beepin' (on and on)
Like simpsons season
Bleakin' on the bathroom floor
Got her wet like a thunderstorm
Sleep with me and not a whore (no!)
Daddy breaking down the back door
Ain't fuckin', then what the fuck you for?
Work it, where you get our source?
Twista, get on all fours
Off the lights, on the floor
I'm staying up late tonight
I'm in a forgien city
Poppin' bottles in the ice
And all these girls are pretty
I'm staying up late tonight
Me and my best friends gettin' shitty
Poppin' botles in the club
And you know we gettin' drunk
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
Lookin' at the sunrise, dumb high
Got game to get you girl
Sunside, onside, all of that
From b-town where the ballers at
Holla back if you my homie
If you're not, then get to know me
No snake but I might bite, girl
Half naked with a half white, girl (yeah)
Feeling like I have bites
Turn you on like a flashlight
Go man, oh hop on my bike
Like look ma, no hands
No plans but I'm spiderman
You mary jane, my fighter man
Vicodin, stop the beat
The sunrise look new to me
Can you see it?
What, where is it?
It's over there
Yeah it is
Over the horizon
The sun, the sun
It's rising
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up
In The Cataracs' song "Sunrise," the lyrics depict a night of partying and drinking with friends in an unknown city. The opening lines indicate that the singer is choosing to stay up late and enjoy a foreign city, and they are excited by the abundance of attractive people around them. The chorus repeats the phrase "Til the sunrise up" as a nod to their commitment to partying all night long. In the second verse, the lyrics continue to focus on partying and enjoying the moment, with shoutouts to the Simpson's and references to half-naked women.
The lyrics to "Sunrise" depict a wild and carefree night, with an emphasis on drinking, clubbing, and having fun with friends. The repeated refrain of "Til the sunrise up" emphasizes the idea that they are committed to staying out all night and enjoying themselves as much as possible. The second verse introduces some references to pop culture, suggesting that the partygoers are aware of the larger world around them but are choosing to focus more on living in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staying up late tonight
I plan to stay up all night
I'm in a forgien city
I am in a city that is not my home
Poppin' bottles in the ice
I am opening bottles of alcohol kept chilled on ice
And all these girls are pretty
The women around me are attractive
Me and my best friends gettin' shitty
My close friends and I are drinking to get drunk
Poppin' botles in the club
I am opening bottles of alcohol in the night club
And you know we gettin' drunk
It is common knowledge that we are drinking excessively
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We plan to keep drinking until the sun comes up
I just did a car bomb
I consumed a drink made from dropping a shot of liquor into a glass of beer
In the backseat of a car
It happened while I was sitting in the rear seat of a vehicle
I'm like a cellphone with no bars
I feel disconnected from the world and cannot reach out to anyone
Swing! motherfucker on par
I am living life on my own terms and doing what I want
We are, here for one reason
We are here to party and have a good time
So keep the ratio even
Make sure that there are equal number of men and women around us
And keep the radio beepin' (on and on)
Keep the music playing at full volume
Like simpsons season
The night feels like a nonstop marathon of fun and entertainment
Bleakin' on the bathroom floor
She is throwing up and collapsing in the restroom
Got her wet like a thunderstorm
She is extremely aroused and wet like after a storm
Sleep with me and not a whore (no!)
Have sex with me but not with someone who sleeps around
Daddy breaking down the back door
A man is trying to forcefully enter the room
Ain't fuckin', then what the fuck you for?
If you are not here to have sex, then what are you here for?
Work it, where you get our source?
Tell us how you obtained what you brought with you
Twista, get on all fours
Bend down on your hands and knees like a dog
Off the lights, on the floor
Turn off the lights and get down on the ground
Lookin' at the sunrise, dumb high
I am really high and watching the sunrise
Got game to get you girl
I have the skills and charm to attract women
Sunside, onside, all of that
Everything is bright and sunny
From b-town where the ballers at
I am from a city where wealthy and successful people reside
Holla back if you my homie
Call me back if you are my friend
If you're not, then get to know me
If we are not friends yet, let's get to know each other better
No snake but I might bite, girl
I am not a bad person, but I can be unpredictable
Half naked with a half white, girl (yeah)
The girl is wearing revealing clothing and is bi-racial
Feeling like I have bites
I am feeling great and satisfied
Turn you on like a flashlight
I am very attractive and can arouse people easily
Go man, oh hop on my bike
Let's go for a ride on my motorcycle
Like look ma, no hands
I am driving the motorcycle without using my hands
No plans but I'm spiderman
I am living spontaneously and freely like a superhero
You mary jane, my fighter man
You are my love interest and someone who helps me through tough times
Vicodin, stop the beat
I am taking pain medication to stop the music from being too intense
The sunrise look new to me
The sunrise appears unique and different from previous ones
Can you see it?
Do you notice it?
What, where is it?
What are you talking about? Where is what?
It's over there
It is located in that direction
Yeah it is
That is correct
Over the horizon
Beyond our current visual range
The sun, the sun
The star that illuminates our planet
It's rising
It is ascending into the sky
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We will continue partying until the sunrise
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We will not stop until the sunrise is fully visible
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We plan to stay awake until the sun has fully risen
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
Until the sun has fully risen, we will continue drinking and partying
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We will celebrate until the sun makes its appearance
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
Our night of partying will not end until the sun has fully emerged
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We will not go to bed until the sun has fully risen
('Til the sunrise up, the sunrise up)
We are committed to staying up until the sun has fully risen
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: NILES HOLLOWELL-DHAR, DAVID SINGER-VINE, GRANT MICHAEL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Djassem Brik
Man Its 2019 and this song brings me back memories, please go back making music we need this type of beat and live music back
Sunday Morning
Totally agree with you. We do need this kind of beat in our lives, mostly while the pandemia is going on.
C Perry
Here in December 2021 thankfully I had likewire then so my music library is a digital music time capsule
Paulo Sales
IN MARCH 2022 REMEMBERING GOOD TIMES WITH THIS SONG
ryanb01
Cataracs and Dev should of blown up, there music is so unique
TheGreatestCommenter
IKR
Candela
They did though. They were pretty successful
ryanb01
@Candela yeah for like a couple years
Mario Matić
@ryanb01 its fucking kshmr
ryanb01
@Mario Matić i said Cataracs not kshmr