Early years
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Early years
Carter was born and raised in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL. After practising his DJ skills for a number of years in his bedroom (bedroom jock), it was during his teenage years that he made the definitive step into the Chicago house scene.
In 1988 he released an EP with Mark Farina and Chris Nazuka as the group Symbols & Instruments. While the record wasn't a commercial success, it did have a strong influence on the burgeoning ambient techno movement in England. This established Derrick as an international figure in the underground house scene.
Later years
Carter rarely gives extensive interviews and has kept a low profile since his rise to fame. He famously ran a record label named Classic Recordings that (as planned ten years before) ceased to exist after its hundredth release. Above all, Derrick is still respected by some as one of the best house music DJs in the world. His dj-sets are firmly rooted in black music of the 1970s, frequently giving nods to old school disco, soul and jazz.
As a remixer, he has worked for a diverse range of artists including Human League, Ricky Martin, Boris Dlugosch, Modjo, DJ Sneak and Röyksopp. After a brief hiatus, he has recently returned to production, remixing artists like Rosie Brown and Truman Industries.
Carter was recently named #66 in the 100 Most Famous Chicagoans according to a survey (relying mostly on Google hits) by the free weekly newspaper, New City (11/2006), finishing just between syndicated radio show host Tom Joyner(#65) and Chicago Cubs player, Carlos Zambrano(#67). Other house music artists making the cut included Felix da Housecat (#21) and Frankie Knuckles(#48).
Boompty sound
Carter is also recognized as the creator of the "Boompty" tech house sound. The term was coined after Carter's mother told him when it comes to making music he should use his voice "instead of making that boompty boomp shit"[citation needed]. The term "boompty" also supplies the name for his production studio which he referred to as Boompty HeadQuarters (BHQ). Carter began referencing BHQ in remix titles he produced, beginning sometime in the late 90's. Characterized by the shuffle of the drums and a rolling bassline accented by quirky tech sounds, The Boompty House sound is the prevalent underground house sound of the early and mid 2000's. Imitation being the sincerest form of flattery, you can hear many up and coming producers copying the Boompty-boomp sound. The "Boompty" sound is also often (somewhat mistakenly) described as the Chicago House sound. (e.g., An up and coming dj might say, "I spin Chicago House", when they really mean I spin Boompty House.)
Discography
Albums
1996 The Future Sound of Chicago, Vol. 2
1996 The Many Shades of Cajual
1997 Derrick Carter - The Cosmic Disco
1998 Pagan Offering
2001 Derrick L. Carter presents: About Now...
2002 Squaredancing in a Roundhouse
2003 Azuli presents Derrick Carter - Choice - A Collection of Classics
2004 Derrick Carter & Mark Farina - Live at OM
2005 Sessions - Mixed by Derrick Carter
Where You At
derrick l. carter Lyrics
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I long to try something I've never had
Never had no kissin', oh, what I've been missin'
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The night is cold and I'm so all alone
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
Got a moon above me, but there's no one to love me
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance can be
Like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet little things in my ears
Huggin' and a-kissin'
Oh, what I've been missin'
Lover man oh where can you be
Oh, what I've been missin'
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The lyrics to Derrick L. Carter's "Where You At?" express the longing and sadness of a woman seeking love and companionship. The song begins with the singer admitting her current emotional state, acknowledging her desire to explore new experiences. She mentions never having experienced "kissing" and laments what she has missed out on as a result. The repeated question "Lover man, oh, where can you be," echoes the singer's longing as she seeks a romantic relationship.
As the song continues, she paints a picture of her loneliness, stating that she is "so all alone" on a cold night. The singer emphasizes her desperation, even stating that she would give her soul just to be with someone. Yet, she remains alone under the night sky with a moon above her. She envisions a romantic future with a lover who will "whisper sweet little things" in her ear after drying her tears. She longs for the intimacy that she has never experienced before and imagines how it might make her feel. Throughout the song, the singer's repeated insistence on the question, "Lover man, oh where can you be?" remains ever-present as a representation of her strong desire for love.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why, but I'm feeling so sad
I am currently in a state of sadness and do not know the reason for it
I long to try something I've never had
I have a desire to experience something that I have never had before
Never had no kissin', oh, what I've been missin'
I have never experienced any affection or intimacy before and it is something that I strongly desire
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I am searching for a romantic partner to fill the void in my life
The night is cold and I'm so all alone
I am currently feeling lonely and the night is exacerbating this feeling
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
I would do anything to have a romantic partner who is exclusively mine
Got a moon above me, but there's no one to love me
Despite having the moon as company, I crave the affection of a romantic partner
I've heard it said that the thrill of romance can be like a heavenly dream
I have heard that the feeling of being in a romantic relationship is comparable to a blissful dream
I go to bed with a prayer that you'll make love to me, strange as it seems
At night, I pray for a romantic partner who will fulfill my physical desires despite how unconventional it may seem
Someday we'll meet and you'll dry all my tears
I believe that one day I will meet my romantic partner who will bring happiness and comfort to my life
Then whisper sweet little things in my ears
I look forward to the romantic gestures and sweet nothings that my future partner will express to me
Huggin' and a-kissin', oh, what I've been missin'
I miss the physical intimacy of hugging and kissing that only a romantic partner can provide
Lover man oh where can you be
I continue to search for my ideal romantic partner to alleviate my loneliness and fulfill my desires
Oh, what I've been missin'
The lack of romantic affection and intimacy in my life has been a source of sadness and longing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I am still searching for a romantic partner to bring joy and happiness into my life
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LORENZ HART, RICHARD RODGERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kippokid
FULL LYRICS (though not paced correctly, commas/pauses in wrong places etc)
As I stop, and take the time
To inventory, the inside of my mind
I realize, it’s not as full as it used to be.
With images of justice, or designs of liberty
The world has changed, or is it me that’s new?
A different set of morals from a different set of clues
So still I wonder, is this all there is to life?
The ever changing cycles, of a world that’s damp and ripe
There must more, yeah in my heart I hold to this
I’ve known the joy of love and I’ve seen the peace and bliss
But as you know, all things must end, except the need for faith
And the spirit that’s within to keep you strong
When it seems you're 'bout to break
Just call upon the strength within and plant it as your stake
Move forward with power, program yourself to feel
With depth enough to know what’s up and heart to sense the real
Where you at?
And now a picture for the frame we set aside
Below the bassline a secret place awaits for us to hide
To pass the time as the war goes on-and-on
Post-apocalyptic sunset, Post-apocalyptic dawn
But just the thought of the world we once possessed
A place that wasn’t ours is just a house with an address
A false existence, wrought with fear and mistrust, a life inside a box
No life inside of us.
Find your soul, and use your inner voice,
The road less traveled, is now the path of choice.
Realize with time comes change
New attitudes, new values, priorities rearranged
Move forward with power, program yourself to seek
Wear your shield of justice, wield your sword of liberty
Move forward, move now, program yourself to feel
With depth enough to know what’s up and heart to sense the real
Where you at?
There must be more.... more... more..
Is this all there is?
Is this it?
There must be more.... more... more..
@the5draver
Find your soul, and use your inner voice,
The road less traveled, is now the path of choice.
Realize with time comes change
New attitudes, new values, priorities rearranged
Move forward with power, program yourself to seek
Wear your shield of justice and wield your sword of liberty
Move forward, move now, program yourself to feel
With depth enough to know what's up and heart to sense the real
Where you at?
@scottelane
Some of the best lyrics I’ve heard in a dance track. Underrated for sure.
@DarthSass
5:37 when you open the fridge for a snack
@sheeepman
brilliant
@chriscross7357
Ha
@damianloera6936
Lmaoooo
@sampanyalilokum
apparently, beyoncé sampled this for the interlude “loop the sample” in her renaissance world tour. it’s in the credits page on her website. and i’m obsessed with this.
@louisjasonr8110
Heard it on gta 😋👌🏽
@mau99
same here haha
@spmlover6113
Same hahaha Los santos underground radio
@chriscross7357
Check him out..if you like this your gonna like Derrick Carter's sound's...guy's a legend in house music