The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
Hands Up
Various Artists Lyrics
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Here we go!
Put Your Hands Up! Everybody! (Here we go!)
Put Your Hands Up! (Here we go!)
Everybody! (Here we go!)
Put Your Hands Up! (Here we go!)
Oh...
Whats that?
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check... (Baby Yeah, your soul...)
Fill, Fill It, Fill Out Yeah Boy! (Here we go!)
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check...
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check...
Soul Sensation!
The lyrics of the song "Hands Up" by Various Artists are simple yet high-energy, encouraging the listeners to pump up their spirits and let the music fill their soul. The repeated phrase of "Put Your Hands Up!" is an invitation to the audience to participate in the euphoric atmosphere created by the song. The sudden shift in the lyrics towards the end urges the listeners to bring their hands down, making sure that they don't miss a beat. The song seems to be designed to create a sense of unity and participation among the listeners.
The use of repetitive phrases and simple lyrics in "Hands Up" is a common trend in modern-day party anthems. The primary aim of such songs is to take the listeners on a musical journey, making them forget their worries, and just enjoy the moment. The lyrics act as a call to action, creating a sense of community, however temporary, among the listeners. The phrase "Soul Sensation!" at the end of the song is a nod to the euphoric feeling created by the high-energy music.
Line by Line Meaning
Let it fill, your soul...
Allow the music to flow into your innermost being and fill your soul.
Here we go!
It's time to begin the party and let the music take over.
Put Your Hands Up! Everybody! (Here we go!)
Raise your hands in the air, everyone is invited to join in the fun and let the music guide you.
Put Your Hands Up! (Here we go!)
Raise your hands up high, and let the music move you.
Everybody! (Here we go!)
Everyone is invited to join in the party and let the music take over.
Put Your Hands Up! (Here we go!)
Raise your hands and let the music fill you with energy and enthusiasm.
Oh...
The music has just begun, and there is so much more to come.
Whats that?
There is an anticipation in the air, and everyone is excited to hear what comes next.
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check...
Lower your hands to take a short break, but make sure you don't lose the beat. Check to make sure you're still in step with the music.
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check... (Baby Yeah, your soul...)
Take a short rest, but be sure not to lose the rhythm. Keep your focus on the music and the energy it brings.
Fill, Fill It, Fill Out Yeah Boy! (Here we go!)
Allow the music to take over and fill your body and soul. Let it energize you and keep the party going.
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check...
Take another short break, but be careful not to lose the beat. Check to ensure you're in sync with the music.
Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Make Sure You Don't! Put Your Hands Down! (Make Sure You Don't!) Put Your Hands Down! Check Check Check Check...
Take a quick rest, but be sure to stay in rhythm with the music. Keep your focus on the energy and enthusiasm it brings.
Soul Sensation!
Allow yourself to be moved by the music, and experience the sensation it brings to your soul.
Contributed by Brooklyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.