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.
Something Going On
Todd Terry Lyrics
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Feelin' good in every way
Hey, hey
Feelin' good in every way
Feel the spirit here tonight
Round and round it really goes
And I'm here to let you know
As the rhythm starts to grind
If you feel it like I do
Stomp your feet and let me know
Something's goin' on in your soul
Feels good, feels good in your soul
Feels good, feelin' good in every way
Feels good (hey), feels good in your soul (hey)
Feels good, feelin' good in every way
Let your waters overflow
And I wanna see you dance
Heat it up and let it go
Something's feelin' good in your soul
Feelin' free and let it show
Come on in and love with me
Now I'm givin' you the sound
Something's goin' on in my soul
Feels good, feels good in your soul (feel it)
Feels good (ooh), feels good in your soul
Feels good (oh), feels good in your soul (yeah yeah)
Feels good, feels good in your soul (ooh)
Feels good (yeah), feels good in your soul (yes it does)
Feels good, feelin' good in every way
Feels good (hey), feels good in your soul (hey)
Feels good, feelin' good in every way
Ooh ooh, ooh ooh
Let it show (everywhere), ooh let it go
(Oh oh) the spirit, can't feel it
(Let it show) let it show, I'm gonna let it, I'm gonna let this go
Oh oh oh oh oh, this time, this feelings, ah
I'm gonna let it show
(Let it go) oh oh oh oh
(Ooh ooh) let it go (let it show)
(Ooh ooh let it show)
(Ooh ooh) that's comin' all over you
Let it show (oh oh)
(Ooh ooh) let it go (let it show)
(Ooh ooh let it show)
That's comin' all over you
That's got you feelin' good (let it go)
In your soul (oh), you gotta let it
Let it show (ooh ooh, let it go)
Yeah (ooh ooh, let it show)
Can you feel it (ooh ooh)
Can you feel it (let it go) oh oh oh, do you feel yeah
Movin' and groovin', smoothin', in my soul
Something goin' on in my soul
Feelin' the spirit here tonight
And let it show (ooh)
The lyrics of Todd Terry's song "Something's Going On" is an upbeat and uplifting track that encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and feel good. The song aims to stir positive emotions and create a celebratory atmosphere. The lyrics are centered around the feeling of an infectious groove with a liberating effect that allows the listeners to experience a sense of unity and release. The lyrics call upon the audience to express themselves freely and let the music work its magic. The words repeatedly emphasize the positive impact the rhythm has on the soul and how it makes everything feel good. The song builds up in energy, and the lyrics encourage the listener to let go of everything and move with the rhythm, so they can feel the spirit electrifying their bodies.
The song's lyrics create a mood of unity, euphoria, and freedom of expression when danced to. "Something's Going On" inspires a feel-good vibe, inviting listeners to let the rhythm flow through them, releasing their inhibitions and tapping into their joyous energy. The song's lyrics create a feeling of a celebration where everybody is welcome to join in drawing strength from shared experience, and the rhythm is what unites and brings them all together.
In conclusion, "Something's Going On" is music that celebrates life, togetherness, and the power of music to uplift the spirit. The song's lyrics are an invitation to let go of inhibitions, feel the rhythm, and let the music move and inspire you.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, hey
Todd Terry starts by greeting the listener with a simple expression
Feelin' good in every way
The singer feels great in every aspect of their life
Feel the spirit here tonight
Todd Terry acknowledges the presence of a spiritual energy in the room
Round and round it really goes
The rhythm of the music is constant and repetitive
And I'm here to let you know
The singer wants to make the listener aware of something
There's something feelin' good in my soul
The singer has a positive feeling in their inner self
As the rhythm starts to grind
The tempo and pace of the music are increasing
If you feel it like I do
Todd Terry challenges the listener to feel the same way as them
Stomp your feet and let me know
The singer invites the listener to participate and make their presence felt
Something's goin' on in your soul
The singer believes that the listener also experiences the positive soul sensation
Feels good, feels good in your soul
The soulful sensations provide a feeling of joy and positivity
Let your waters overflow
Todd Terry encourages the audience to let their positive vibes overflow onto others
And I wanna see you dance
The singer wants the audience to respond and show their enjoyment through dance
Heat it up and let it go
Todd Terry encourages the audience to let their positive energy build
Feelin' free and let it show
The singer wants the listeners to enjoy themselves freely while expressing their positive energy
Come on in and love with me
Todd Terry invites the listener to enjoy and groove with him
Now I'm givin' you the sound
The music is the artist's gift to the listener
Somethin's goin' on in my soul
The positive feelings reside in Todd Terry's inner self
Let it show (everywhere), ooh let it go
The singer encourages the audience to express their joy and positivity everywhere
That's comin' all over you
The positive energy is spreading throughout the audience
That's got you feelin' good (let it go)
The positive energy is making the listener feel happy and relaxed
In your soul (oh), you gotta let it
The singer wants the listener to embrace the positive feelings within themselves
Can you feel it (ooh ooh)
Todd Terry asks the audience if they too can feel the good vibes
Movin' and groovin', smoothin', in my soul
The singer is moving, dancing and feeling the positive rhythm in their inner self
Somethin' goin' on in my soul
Once again, Todd Terry shares his good soulful feelings with the listener
Feelin' the spirit here tonight
The spiritual energy is still present in the room
And let it show (ooh)
The singer suggests once more to express the positivity and enjoy the moment
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Todd N. Terry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TashaMissSassy123
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@ghcxlmbx1061
Music like this just doesnβt get produced anymore. I was born in the Wrong era iβm glad my mam and dad raised me to this kind of music, unreal feeling listening to music like this! Iβm 26 and wish i could of been raving in those days!
@flavioks5438
Same here long live 90s music Iβm 21 love trance classics and early house music
@bigboxerable
Indeed. This is just light years ahead of anything made today.
@bonbonbonbons
You were born in the right era. You have access to almost every information and music your ancestors have created
@ipiap
@@bonbonbonbons Yes, but - according to my experience - this abundance mostly favours older generations who have a strong basis to build on.in their search. Youngsters do mostly listen to current hits, songs from past decades do only get popular if they are featured in films or series. 90%of the music available is never listened to by anybody, and if you look of the number of views here, one of the biggest house classics has attracted just about one million views in 14 years.
@bonbonbonbons
@@ipiap Total sense.
@robm2002
This is without doubt one of the best house tracks ever produced.
@TMGVideoDiaries
One of the best comments every produced - thanks to a keyboard
@MrFixter80
ah 97 when the times were good, carefree and we enjoyed life, and the year I met my wife , the best of time