Beyond doubt, Tom Novy belongs to an elite circle of exceptional artists in the music scene whose name doesn’t need any explanation. Worldwide chart successes and appearances in the world’s best clubs seam his career.
His international breakthrough came along in 1996 with his single “Superstar”, which rose up to position 15 in Germany and made it into the top positions in 18 other countries.
In 1998, his single “I Rock” not only became a chart-breaker, but a downright House anthem.
As said, Tom Novy also was the first ever German DJ to be granted the honour to mix the “Ministry of Sound Annual Compilation”. The compilation took the German as well as the British charts by assault. His single “Pumpin” also made it onto position #19 in the UK Charts in 2000. Later he produced remixes for Sonique “I Put a Spell on You”, Lou Bega “Mambo #5”, Tom Jones and Mousse T. “Sexbomb”, Backstreet Boys “The Call”, Snap! “Eternity”, just to name a few.
His singles “Your Body” & “Lovin U” in 2004 caused a worldwide sensation, similar to South Africa, where Tom conquered the Top 10. Tom Novy had two shows in German television: “MTV Dance Floor Charts”, the one and only dance music show on German television, and “MTV Streetlife”.
In 2003 he also presented “MTV – Battle of the DJs” and the “Mac Chart Show” on Pro7 in 2004. Furthermore he keeps spinning vinyl for his weekly radio show on FFN and has been playing for Radio Energy Munich for four years now and for Radio Energy Stuttgart since 2003.
The Power
Tom Novy Lyrics
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I've got the power!
Hey yeah yeah
Like the crack of the whip
I snap attack, front to back
In this thing called rap,
On a heavenly level
Bang the bass, turn up the treble,
Radical mind day and night all the time
Seven fourteen, wise divine
Maniac brainiac winnin' the game
I'm the lyrical Jessie James
Quality, I possess so stay impressed
When my voice goes through the mesh
Of the microphone that I am holdin'
Copywritten lyrics so they can't be stolen
If they are SNAP!
Don't need the police to try to save them
Your voice will sink so please
Stay off my back, or I will attack
And you don't want that
[Chorus: x4]
I've got the power!
It's gettin'
It's gettin'
It's gettin'
[Repeat: x8]
Kinda hectic
[Chorus: x4]
It's gettin'
It's gettin'
It's gettin'
[Repeat: x8]
Kinda hectic
Quality, I possess so stay impressed
When my voice goes through the mesh
Of the microphone that I am holdin'
Copywritten lyrics so they can't be stolen
If they are SNAP!
Don't need the police to try to save them
Your voice will sink so please
Stay off my back, or I will attack
And you don't want that
[Chorus: x7]
The lyrics of Tom Novy's song The Power are focused on the idea of the power that the artist possesses in his ability to rap and the control he has over his music. The lyrics utilize a lot of rhythmic and rhyming techniques to add clarity and emphasis to the message. The artist describes his power in the form of a whip that he can easily snap to attack anyone who comes in his way. He uses rap in his musical journey, rhyming like a cymbal with thimble, and he is on a heavenly level, ready to turn up the bass and treble to create that radical sound that will captivate listeners day and night.
The lyrics also touch on the artist's lyrical abilities, as he compares himself to Jessie James, claiming to possess quality lyrics that no one else can copy. He warns others not to steal his lyrics by stating he has copywritten them, and that anyone who tries to steal will SNAP! He describes his voice as it goes through the microphone mesh and cautions others to stay off his back, otherwise, he will not hesitate to attack.
Overall, The Power is a musical depiction of the artist's abilities and strengths. The rhythmic rhyming and powerful lyrics add to the message and emphasize the artist's control over his music.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got the power!
I am in control and have the strength to achieve anything I desire.
Like the crack of the whip
I am swift, powerful and unstoppable like the sound of a whip cracking.
I snap attack, front to back
My style is aggressive and relentless, reaching all parts of my audience.
In this thing called rap,
I am a skilled rapper and confident in my abilities.
Dingin' like a cymbal rhyme thimble
My rhymes sound like the clanging of cymbols, bringing a musical quality to my performance.
On a heavenly level
My skills are so exceptional that they are almost transcendental, as if they originate from a higher power.
Bang the bass, turn up the treble,
I control the music with precise adjustments of treble, bass and volume.
Radical mind day and night all the time
I am constantly exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of creativity.
Seven fourteen, wise divine
I am blessed with innate knowledge and understanding of the world around me.
Maniac brainiac winnin' the game
I am a master strategist and outsmart my opponents through a combination of skill and wit.
I'm the lyrical Jessie James
I am a music outlaw, blazing a trail through my unique brand of lyricism.
If they are SNAP!
If anyone dares to copy my style or lyrics, I will take swift and severe action against them.
Don't need the police to try to save them
I am powerful enough to defend my artistic creations myself, without relying on outside help.
Your voice will sink so please
If anyone attempts to challenge or criticize me, their arguments will fall apart and they will look foolish.
Stay off my back, or I will attack
Do not try to get in my way or interfere with my work, or you will face the consequences.
I've got the power!
I am in complete control of the music and the audience's experience, and no one can stand in my way.
It's gettin' Kinda hectic
The music has reached a fever pitch and the situation is becoming more and more intense.
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benito Benites, John Virgo Garrett III, Antoinette Colandreo
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