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.
Time Might Tell
Tom Novy Lyrics
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Where my haters
I don′t got em
I'm not famous, no
It don′t matter what my name is
I don't got one I'm not famous, no
And I don′t hate it, no
Or the weird shit I do and say
That′s my favorite thing
That I'm not famous, no
And I′m never on TV
Throwing up on an LA street
Nobody judges me
Cause I'm not famous, no
Paparazzi is at an all time low
Paparazzi they don′t care where I go
Where my haters
Where my haters
I don't got em
I′m not famous, no
It don't matter what my name is
I don't got one I′m not famous, no
And I don′t hate it, no
I'm not famous, no
I′m not famous, no
I'm not famous, no
And I don′t hate it, no
You never overheard
That I blew 20 grand on shirts
Nobody knows my quirks
Cause I'm not famous, no
Everyone got their habits
But you′ll never hear what mine is
Best thing bout my life is
I'm not famous, no
Paparazzi is at an all time low
Paparazzi they don't care where I go
Where my haters
Where my haters
I don′t got em
I′m not famous, no
It don't matter what my name is
I don′t got one I'm not famous, no
And I don′t hate it, no
I'm not famous, no
I′m not famous, no
Go
I'm not famous, no
And I don't hate it, no
Hate it, Hate Hate it, no
Hate it, Hate Hate it
Where my haters
Where my haters
I don′t got em
I′m not famous, no
It don't matter what my name is
I don′t got one I'm not famous, no
I′m not, I'm not
And I don′t hate it, no
I'm not famous, no
I'm not famous, no
I′m not famous, no
And I don′t hate it, no
I don't hate it, no
I′m not famous, no
In Tom Novy's song "Time Might Tell," the artist proudly claims to not be famous and to not have any haters. He finds joy in the fact that he is not recognized by the general public and can live his life without the pressures of fame. He emphasizes that his habits and quirks are not being judged by anyone, and he is content with his anonymity.
The song's message celebrates individuality and the freedom of not being subject to public scrutiny. Novy is taking pride in the fact that he doesn't have to conform to societal standards or keep up with appearances. He is happy just being who he is and not having to worry about his reputation or fame.
The lyrics also reveal a sense of sarcasm and irony. By writing a song about not being famous, Novy is paradoxically drawing attention to himself as an artist. The song's upbeat electronic melody juxtaposed with the message of not wanting fame creates an interesting contrast. The repetition of the phrase "I'm not famous, no" further highlights the irony in the song's theme.
Line by Line Meaning
Where my haters
Asking if those who dislike them are present
Where my haters
Repeating the question and emphasizing their absence
I don′t got em
Stating that they do not have any haters
I'm not famous, no
Declaring that they are not a famous person
It don't matter what my name is
Suggesting that their anonymity means their name is not important
I don't got one I'm not famous, no
Implying that they do not have a name because they are not famous
And I don′t hate it, no
Explaining that they do not dislike their non-famous status
You never heard of me
Acknowledging that the listener is probably not familiar with them
Or the weird shit I do and say
Admitting to doing strange things and making odd comments
That′s my favorite thing
Stating that their favorite part of themselves is their unknown and quirky nature
And I′m never on TV
Acknowledging that they are not often seen in the media
Throwing up on an LA street
Referencing a common trope of the downfall of famous people and expressing relief that they do not have that same issue
Nobody judges me
Explaining that they are not subjected to public scrutiny because of their lack of fame
Paparazzi is at an all time low
Declaring that they are not in the spotlight and therefore are not photographed by paparazzi
Paparazzi they don't care where I go
Reinforcing the previous line and saying that they are not hounded wherever they go
You never overheard
Continuing the idea that the listener is not privy to their private life
That I blew 20 grand on shirts
Jokingly suggesting that they are not a big spender because they do not have the means to do so but also acknowledging that no one would care if they did
Nobody knows my quirks
Repeating the idea that their unknown nature is an advantage
Everyone got their habits
Acknowledging that everyone has their own quirks and habits
But you'll never hear what mine is
Emphasizing that their quirks will remain private and unknown
Best thing bout my life is
Summarizing that their favorite part of their life is their non-famous status
Go
Encouraging the listener to continue listening
Hate it, Hate Hate it, no
Using repetition for emphasis to clarify that they do not hate their lack of fame
I'm not, I'm not
Continuing previous repetition to emphasize their lack of fame
I don't hate it, no
Literally repeating earlier lines to emphasize that they do not hate their life
I'm not famous, no
The last line is repeating the main idea of the song, that they are not famous.
Writer(s): Jack Metzger, Ryan Metzger, Adam Metzger
Contributed by Elena G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.