Umek began DJing in 1993 at the age of 17. He was among the pioneers of the electronic music in Slovenia. In 1999 he released music on his own labels Consumer Recreation and Recycled Loops, the former of which he co-runs with Valentino Kanzyani. Umek became famous by techno-supporters in Europe about 2001, for his fast mixing skills and his uplifting dj-sets. In the later years he changed his style a little bit. He has released a large number of EPs and anthems and has a reputation as an innovator. He is known to play the music from 4 turntables simultaneously.
In 2006 he released a single "Posing As Me," which was a big hit in Slovenia. In 2007 he did another video supported project with a Croatian singer and lyrics writer Anđa Marić Carbon Occasions, and also released music on the label 1605 Records. On his birthday May 16 he organized a musical event called Dan Elektronike (Electronica Day). He was ranked at position 29 of the TOP 100 DJs for the year 2007 by the DJ Magazine. During all the subsequent years - until 2015 he managed to rank in the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs chart among the best DJs.
posing as me
UMEK Lyrics
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Take Me As I Am
Take Me As I Am
Baby, don't turn out the light
I wanna see you look at me
Whisper only truth tonight
Not just promises and empty fantasies
'Cause roses wither away
All I really need is honesty
From someone with a strong heart
A gentle hand
Who'll take me as I am
Baby, I need for you to know
Just exactly how I feel
Fiery passions come and go
I'd trade a million pretty words
For one touch that is real
I don't need a bed of roses
'Cause roses wither away
All I really need is honesty
From someone with a strong heart
A gentle hand
Who'll take me as I am
From someone with a strong heart
A gentle hand
Who'll take me as I am
The song "Posing As Me" by UMEK begins with a sample of a woman's voice from Hill Faith's song called "Take Me As I Am". The lyrics describe a desire for genuine and honest connection with someone. The singer is asking their partner to be truthful with them, to not just make empty promises and tell fanciful stories. The emphasis is on the need for sincerity and a strong connection with someone who will accept them as they are.
The lyrics express a preference for honesty and genuine affection over superficial displays of affection. The singer also mentions how physical touch is more important to them than just fancy words. They do not need a bed of roses, as the flowers will wither away, but they need a partner who will accept them for who they are. The last few lines of the song emphasize the importance of a strong and gentle partner who will take them exactly as they are.
Line by Line Meaning
Hill Faith
The singer is addressing someone called Hill Faith or possibly referencing the genre of music known as Hillbilly Faith.
Take Me As I Am
The singer is asking the listener to accept them for who they are without judgement or trying to change them.
Baby, don't turn out the light
The singer is asking the listener to keep the lights on so they can see each other.
I wanna see you look at me
The singer desires to make eye contact with the listener.
Whisper only truth tonight
The singer wants the listener to only speak the truth during their interaction.
Not just promises and empty fantasies
The singer wants real actions and emotions, not just empty words or wishes.
I don't need a bed of roses
The singer does not need extravagant gestures or material possessions to feel loved.
'Cause roses wither away
The singer is stating that material possessions will not last forever and are not a source of true happiness or love.
All I really need is honesty
The singer values honesty as the most important trait in a relationship.
From someone with a strong heart
The singer desires a partner who is emotionally strong and resilient.
A gentle hand
The singer desires a partner who is gentle and caring towards them.
Who'll take me as I am
The singer wants a partner who will accept them completely without trying to change them.
Baby, I need for you to know
The singer is expressing the importance of the listener understanding their feelings.
Just exactly how I feel
The singer wants the listener to understand their emotions and thoughts clearly.
Fiery passions come and go
The singer acknowledges that feelings of passion can be fleeting.
I'd trade a million pretty words
The singer values actions and physical affection over empty words or flattery.
For one touch that is real
The singer values genuine physical affection over meaningless gestures or words.
Contributed by Ella D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@alanrobb2974
2022 and this somehow sounds better if that's possible, maybe because no one produces music of this quality that much anymore
@petarbg123
This is now a timeless classic!
@trippysheepy8324
throwback to middle school 👉👈
@michalmichal7427
Od 2005 roku po dziś dzień wałek, który nigdy się nie znudzi, grane i wałkowane do dziś:)
@mih...menziani9502
25 years of banging plus for this man..one of the greatest old school djs...been a fan since 2000s...ambasada gavioli!!!!!
@Old299dfk
Yes come on! This was what umek was all about! Unfortunatly... he doesn't bring so many masterpieces out so more :/
@YrrrraaaawwwwrrrrY
why does this guy not have an album, hes fucking amazing.
@MegaMartinef
2023 and this still kicks
@snezniski
I was listenning this song while I was racing with my car (that was about five years ago) and I crashed into the wall, so I dont listen this song during driving fast with car. But at the end, it is a great song.
@dassfann
Слушать её на полную громкость в 320kb одно удовольствие.Вот это любовь услышав один раз не забудешь никогда!