Terry's productions can be described as a varied collection of samples blending the sounds of classic disco, the more introspective Chicago sound pioneered earlier in the decade, plus plenty of hip-hop attitude and sampling piracy.[citation needed]
Much of Todd Terry's early work in the late 1980s is considered a milestone in the development of both progressive and modern deep house. Todd Terry has been responsible for releasing two of the most respected crossover remixes of the house era: "I'll House You" by the Jungle Brothers and "Missing" by Everything But the Girl by the mid 1990s.
Among his fans, Todd Terry is known as Todd the God, God Terry, Todd Godrry, Godd Gerry (or, occasionally, simply God, because he might be a Five Percenter, but this is unconfirmed).
Todd's tracks "Something Goin' On'" and "Keep on Jumpin'" were both UK Top-10 hits as well as Us Hot Dance Music/Club Play #1s, with the vocals provided by Jocelyn Brown and Martha Wash. Freestyle diva Shannon was the featured vocalist on the Top Twenty hit "It's over Love" in 1997.
In 1999 Todd Terry released Resolutions, successfully embracing the then-still avant-garde Drum-n-Bass aestethics.
Terry also has several aliases such as Swan Lake, Orange Lemon, Royal House, Amy Studt, Black Riot, CLS, Masters at Work (although this moniker he gave to Kenny "Dope" Gonzalez & "Little" Louie Vega), Dredd Stock, House of Gypsies, Limelife, Hard House, Tyme Forse, Gypsymen.
Todd Terry became one of the best-paid DJs in both Europe and the United States. He normally performs on four turntables, mostly playing his own tracks.
In October 2004, Weekend by the Todd Terry Project appeared in popular video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, playing on House music radio station SF-UR.
Love To Love UUU
Todd Terry Lyrics
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Ahh, love to love you baby
Ahh, love to love you baby
Ahh, love to love you baby
Let's rock out
Let's rock out
Let's rock out
Let's rock out
Live
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Ahh, love to love you baby
Ahh, love to love you baby
Ahh, love to love you baby
Ahh, love to love you baby
At first glance, the lyrics to Todd Terry's "Love To Love UUU" seem quite simple and repetitive. However, upon closer inspection, there are some underlying themes and messages worth exploring.
The opening lines, "Ahh, love to love you baby," could be interpreted in a few different ways. It could be seen as a simple expression of affection towards someone, or perhaps a declaration of love for a certain lifestyle or activity. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song suggests that whatever it is the singer loves, it is something that brings them a great deal of joy and pleasure.
The chorus, "Let's rock out/Live/Let's rock out/Live," further reinforces the idea of enjoyment and living in the moment. It could be interpreted as a call to action, encouraging listeners to let loose and have some fun. This sentiment is echoed in the verses as well, which seem to celebrate a certain way of life or community, with lines like "Hey y'all you know how we do it."
Overall, "Love To Love UUU" is a high-energy celebration of love and joy. While the lyrics are fairly straightforward, the repetition and enthusiasm with which they are delivered make for an infectious and uplifting song.
Line by Line Meaning
Ahh, love to love you baby
Expressing a strong desire to be with and love another person deeply
Ahh, love to love you baby
Reiterating the strong desire to love and be with the other person
Ahh, love to love you baby
Continuing to express the intense desire to love and be with the other person
Ahh, love to love you baby
Stating the feeling of wanting to love and be loved by the other person
Let's rock out
Let's enjoy and have a good time together
Let's rock out
Encouraging to have fun together and let loose
Live
To fully experience and enjoy the moment
Let's rock out
Repeating the call to have a good time together
Let's rock out
Asking to let loose and enjoy the moment
Live
Emphasizing the importance of fully experiencing and enjoying the moment
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Acknowledging that everyone knows what to expect and how to have fun together
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Recognizing that everyone understands how to let loose and enjoy themselves in this group
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Affirming that everyone in this group is on the same page about having a good time
Hey y'all you know how we do it
Confirming that everyone is familiar with the group's vibe and knows how to have fun
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Written by: Todd Terry
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