In 1997, he founded the label Black Hole Recordings with Arny Bink, where he released the Magik and In Search of Sunrise CD series. Tiësto met producer Dennis Waakop Reijers in 1998; the two have worked together extensively since then.
From 1998 to 2000, Tiësto collaborated with Ferry Corsten under the name Gouryella. His 2000 remix of Delerium's "Silence" featuring Sarah McLachlan exposed him to more mainstream audiences. In 2001, he released his first solo album, In My Memory, which gave him several major hits that launched his career. He was voted World No. 1 DJ by DJ Magazine in its annual Top 100 DJs readership poll consecutively for three years from 2002 to 2004.
Just after releasing his second studio album Just Be he performed live at the 2004 Summer Olympics opening ceremony in Athens, the first DJ to play live on stage at an Olympics. In April 2007 Tiësto launched his radio show Tiësto's Club Life on Radio 538 in the Netherlands and released his third studio album Elements of Life. The album reached number one on the Belgian album chart as well on Billboard Top Electronic Albums in the U.S. and received a nomination for a Grammy Award in 2008. Tiësto released his fourth studio album Kaleidoscope in October 2009, followed by A Town Called Paradise in June 2014. He won the Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical for his remixed version of John Legend's hit "All of Me" at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.
Work Hard Play Hard
Tiësto Lyrics
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This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
This beat's for all my freaks
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
This beat's for all my freaks
This beat's for all my freaks
All my freaks, all my freaks, all my
Turn the volume up
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Because this party's jumpin'
Turn the volume up
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
Don't stop till we get enough
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
So line the shots up
Because this party's jumpin'
This beat's for all my freaks
We're running on no sleep
Don't stop till we own this shit
The lyrics to Tiesto feat. Kay's "Work Hard Play Hard" are about living life to its fullest and enjoying the moment. The artist is addressing a crowd of party-goers, encouraging them to let loose and have fun. The chorus repeats the phrase "Because this party's jumpin'," emphasizing the energy and excitement of the gathering. The lyrics also reference drinking and taking shots, suggesting that the party-goers are living it up and not worrying about the consequences.
The lyrics express a sense of ownership and pride, with the artist declaring "I own this shit" and encouraging the crowd to "line the shots up" and "turn the volume up." The repetition of "This beat's for all my freaks" reinforces the idea that the party-goers are a unique and special group who are united by the love of music and the desire to have fun.
Overall, the lyrics of "Work Hard Play Hard" celebrate the joy of living in the moment and letting go of inhibitions to enjoy a good party with like-minded people.
Line by Line Meaning
I own this shit
I am in control of this situation and have authority over it.
This beat's for all my freaks
This music is intended for all those who are unique and unconventional.
We're running on no sleep
We have not slept and are still active and functional.
So line the shots up
Prepare the glasses containing alcoholic beverages in an orderly fashion.
Because this party's jumpin'
This event is exciting and lively.
Turn the volume up
Increase the level of sound to its maximum capacity.
Don't stop till we get enough
Keep going until we achieve our desired quantity or fulfillment.
Don't stop till we own this shit
Keep persevering until we have complete control and mastery of the situation.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KRISTIN KATHLEEN BOUTILIER, OLLE CORNEER, STEFAN ENGBLOM, TIJS VERWEST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Bromanch84
tiesto you are so good!! every song u make puts me in a good mood!!
@ThePashaofKnights
Great song i love it. Good cruising music!
@theperfectmonster
tiesto is back! i love the sound!
@rampage222555
How dare this guy make me... a true metalhead... headbang to this music!!!!
@esqandares
dude no one can stop u making gud music thats why i love ur music....
@DJPhennix
Tiesto = BACK!!! OMG CANT GET ENOUGH OF THIS SONG! AWESOMENESSSSSS BEST PART 0:00 - 3:23 !! WISH IT WAS LONGER!!!
@johnlalala23
how the hell does he keep making such amazing music?!?
@brodyhuthgigrich
wow tiesto never fails at playing great music!
@destroya21
Damn tiesto, ridiculously awesome music
@GUNDAMZHEN65
It's one of the BEST . Happy that he once again come back to us !