After moving to Los Angeles in 1981, Rabin gained prominence as the guitarist in the progressive rock band Yes from 1983 to 1995. 90125 (1983), his first album with the group and developed mostly from Rabin's demos, remains their biggest selling album helped by the US number one single "Owner of a Lonely Heart". After Big Generator (1987) and Union (1991), Rabin produced Talk (1994) and left the group after its tour. During his time in Yes, Rabin acquired American citizenship.
Rabin became a prolific film composer and has since scored over 40 feature films, most notably his frequent collaborations with producer Jerry Bruckheimer. He has won numerous awards, including 11 BMI Awards. He took a short break from scoring to record his fourth solo album, Jacaranda (2012), and in 2016 to tour and record with Yes Featuring Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, Rick Wakeman. In 2017, Rabin was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Yes.
Rabin has received eleven Broadcast Music Incorporated film score awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Temecula Valley International Film Festival.
In June 2011, Rabin received an award at the 26th ASCAP Film and Television Music Awards in the Top Box Office Films category for The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010). On 28 June 2012 Rabin received a Henry Mancini Award at the 27th ASCAP Film & Television Music Awards. Rabin also performed "Owner of a Lonely Heart" with his son's band Grouplove.
Rabin names Bernard Herrmann as his favourite score composer. He has named Arnold Schoenberg as one of his favourite classical composers, and him and other classical composers – Beethoven, Sibelius, Elgar and Tchaikovsky – as influences. He names Jimi Hendrix, Steve Morse, Jeff Beck, and John McLaughlin as his favourite guitarists.
In 1978, Rabin married Shelley May who he first met at school. They have resided in Hollywood, Los Angeles since 1984 and have one son, Ryan. Ryan has been the drummer for The Anthem, The Outline, and currently for Grouplove. In 1991, Rabin became a naturalised US citizen.
Rabin is the godfather to Yes drummer Alan White's son.
The Light
Trevor Rabin Lyrics
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Turn up the music, if they try to turn us down
Turn up the music, can I hear it til the speakers blow
Turn up the music, fill your cup and drink it down
If you're sexy and you know it put your hands up in the air
Put your hands up in the air, girl, put your hands up
If you're sexy and you know it put your hands up in the air
Put your hands up in the air, girl, put your hands up
Turn up the music (just turn it up louder)
Turn up the music (I need it in my life, yeah)
Turn up the music (just turn it up louder)
Turn up the music (I need it in my life, yeah)
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh (turn up the music)
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh (turn up the music)
T-t-turn up the music
T-turn up the
Turn up the music, cause i feel a little turned on
Turn up the music, don't you try to turn me down
Turn up the music, and i feel just a little more
Turn up the music, turn me down
If you're sexy and you know it put your hands up in the air
Put your hands up in the air, girl, put your hands up
If you're sexy and you know it put your hands up in the air
Put your hands up in the air, girl, put your hands up
Turn up the music (just turn it up louder)
Turn up the music (I need it in my life, yeah)
Turn up the music (just turn it up louder)
Turn up the music (I need it in my life, yeah)
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh (turn up the music)
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh
Woah-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh (turn up the music)
T-t-turn up the music
T-turn up the
See it rise baby you are the one who [?]
So let's go tonight and do whatever it takes to make it right
Just turn it up Just turn it up
Just turn it up Just turn it up
Just turn it up Just turn it up
Just turn it up Just turn it up
I love you baby
Turn up the music, just turn it up louder
Turn up the music, I need it in my life, yeah
Turn up the music, just turn it up loud
Turn up the music, I need it in my life, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Turn up the music
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Turn up the music
Turn it up
Turn it up
Turn it up
Turn it up
Turn it up
Turn up the music
The lyrics of the song "Turn up the music" by Trevor Rabin talk about the exuberance of life and the desire to enjoy it fully. The lines "Turn up the music, cause this song just came on" and "Turn up the music, can I hear it til the singers blow" convey the message to live to the fullest and enjoy every moment of it. It further promotes being yourself and showcasing confidence by stating "If you're sexy and you know it, put your hands up in the air".
The repetition of the line "Turn up the music" throughout the song emphasizes the importance of having a good time and living life happily. The lyrics also convey the message to not let anything or anyone bring you down, as seen in the line "Turn up the music, if they try to turn us down."
Overall, the song is about having fun, being confident, and enjoying life without any worries or doubts.
Line by Line Meaning
Turn up the music, cause this song just came on
Increase the volume of the music because this particular song has just started playing
Turn up the music, if they try to turn us down
Increase the volume of the music if someone tries to reduce it
Turn up the music, can I hear it til the speakers blow
Increase the volume of the music until the singers malfunction
Turn up the music, fill your cup and drink it down
Increase the volume of the music and indulge in the party mood
If you're sexy and you know it put your hands up in the air
If you feel attractive and confident, raise your hands high
Put your hands up in the air, girl, put your hands up
Raise your hands high, girl
T-t-turn up the music
Increase the volume of the music with urgency
Turn up the music, cause i feel a little turned on
Increase the volume of the music because it's arousing me
Turn up the music, don't you try to turn me down
Increase the volume of the music and do not attempt to reduce it
Turn up the music, and i feel just a little more
Increase the volume of the music and it will make me feel a little better
Turn up the music, turn me down
Increase the volume of the music and let it overwhelm me
See it rise baby you are the one who [?]
Witness the increase in the music and realize that you are the chosen one
So let's go tonight and do whatever it takes to make it right
Let's take action tonight to make things right
Just turn it up Just turn it up
Increase the music volume without any further hesitation
I love you baby
I have love for you
Writer(s): Trevor Rabin
Contributed by Bentley N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li
Hoped you enjoyed the video, also read the description too.
Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li
Also, i got to tell you something im almost too 100 subscribers sooner cannot wait for it yes!
the_lifted_stache
100th here! Song is badass
ChristopherMichael 5284
@Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li Is this really Jet Li himself???
Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li
I know you’re saying the movie can be badass. But what i mean, others can say that but not many times though. Also, good for having a good commenting though, execpt thanks for enjoying the soundtrack of Trevor rabin in the one though. And i will be uploading the last soundtrack of trevor rabin for today etc. Also, still one of my favourite films this year and the best film i’ve ever had in my life too.
ChristopherMichael 5284
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ChristopherMichael 5284
@Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li So this really is Jet Li. Have to give it up to you, The One is a brilliant piece of work hands down.
Gabe Law The One Second Jet Li
That’s the soundtrack, were yulaw trains within xinygiquan movements in the scene too, then last that’s the same soundtrack from the gas station were gabe law and funsch arrives there, and gabe talks about his wife too funsch though. And i already noticed both of them now etc. Also, still one of my favourite films this year and the best film i’ve ever had in my life too. Also, i love to do the one everyday and make it for fun as well. Also, i am here too dedicate too as well. 😀🖤💙