iiO (sometimes written as IIO, pronounced "eye-oh") wa… Read Full Bio ↴(2001 – 2011)
iiO (sometimes written as IIO, pronounced "eye-oh") was a New York City based house music act consisting of producer/songwriter Markus Moser and singer/songwriter Nadia Ali. iiO are best known for their 2001 hit "Rapture". The name iiO was derived from the Sony PC laptop model VAIO, on which the duo was creating much of their early work, and the duo was in fact first known as Vaiio.
After "Rapture" was released, the duo followed suit with "At The End" in 2002, "Smooth" in 2003, and "Runaway" in 2004.
iiO's first album, "Poetica", was delayed several times and released independently in March 2005 on Made Records, and worldwide in June 2006.
By the time the album was released Nadia Ali had left iiO to pursue a solo career, while Moser continues to release material featuring her on the vocals. These included the single "Kiss You", which was released to promote the album, followed by "Is It Love?". Moser followed these with "Rapture 2007" and "Reconstruction Time: The Best Of iiO Remixed" in 2007, and finally "Rapture Reconstruction: Platinum Edition in 2008.
iiO re-emerged from hiatus in December 2010 with Moser releasing new remixes of the band's second single "At The End (Metropolitan Mix)". Moser released a second album, "Exit 110" on April 19, 2011 featuring Ali on vocals. It was announced that Exit 110 will be iiO's final project and while Moser had doubts about using material Ali recorded before she left iiO, it was decided to release a new album due to a demand by fans.
At the End
iio Lyrics
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I lose my mind
But when you're around, I take for granted
Most of our time
Honey you say that I'm cold
And sometimes I'm out of control
Baby, you know how I am, at the end, you're always mine
I don't mean to when I hurt you
But I need you, I can show you
Just let me be when I'm crazy,
At the end you're still my only.
At the end [x3]
Right when you're gone, I really miss you
You got my heart.
When you come back, I just want to kiss you
And it tears you apart.
Honey do make me stay,
Believe me it's better this way.
Baby I'm true and I'm real.
I'm giving you all that I feel.
[Chorus x2]
Sweety, I'm trying my best,
To give you the most and the less.
Darling, I'm true and I'm real,
I'm giving you all that I feel.
[Chorus x2]
The lyrics of iio's song "At the End" depict a love that is complicated and tumultuous, yet genuine and undeniable. The singer expresses the feeling of emptiness and loss of control when their significant other is not around, but at the same time acknowledges taking their time together for granted. The partner is characterized as delicate, with their absence leading to missing them deeply, yet their presence causing emotional turmoil. The chorus repeats the reassurance that, despite the ups and downs, the singer's love is unwavering and the partner is still theirs at the end.
By using contrasting images and sentiments, the lyrics show the complexity of relationships and the intensity of emotions that come with them. The singer acknowledges their flaws and behavior that can cause harm but pleads for understanding and patience. This song can be seen as an apology, a declaration of love, and an assurance at the same time.
Overall, "At the End" is a beautifully crafted song that describes the intricate nature of relationships and the strong emotions that come with them.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're away, I'm feeling empty
Without your presence, I feel incomplete and lost
I lose my mind
My thoughts are scattered and I cannot focus on anything
But when you're around, I take for granted / Most of our time
I do not appreciate the time we spend together as much as I should when I have it
Honey you say that I'm cold
You perceive me as emotionally distant and unfeeling
And sometimes I'm out of control
My emotions can become overwhelming and unmanageable
Baby, you know how I am, at the end, you're always mine
Despite my faults and behavior, you know that I love you and we will always be together
I don't mean to when I hurt you
I do not intentionally cause you pain
But I need you, I can show you
I depend on you and I am willing to prove my love for you
Just let me be when I'm crazy
Give me space and time to work through my emotions when I am overwhelmed
At the end you're still my only.
Regardless of the obstacles we may face, you are the only one I want to be with
Right when you're gone, I really miss you
As soon as you leave, I feel a deep sense of longing for you
You got my heart.
You have my love and affection
When you come back, I just want to kiss you
The feeling of your return makes me filled with desire for you
And it tears you apart.
My behavior can sometimes result in emotional turmoil for you
Honey do make me stay, / Believe me it's better this way.
Please convince me to stay, because being with you is the best thing for me
Baby I'm true and I'm real.
My love for you is genuine and authentic
I'm giving you all that I feel.
I am putting my heart and soul into this relationship
Sweety, I'm trying my best,
I am doing everything in my power to make this work
To give you the most and the less.
I am striving to provide you with everything you need, even if it means sacrificing my own desires
Darling, I'm true and I'm real,
My love for you is not fake or superficial
I'm giving you all that I feel.
I am giving you the entirety of my love and devotion
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Markus Moser, Nadia Ali
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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When you're away, i'm feeling empty
I lose my mind
But when you're around, i take for granted
Most of our time
Honey you say that i'm cold
And sometimes i'm out of control
Baby, you know how i am, at the end, you're always mine
I don't mean to when i hurt you
But i need you, i can show you
Just let me be when i'm crazy,
At the end you're still my only.
At the end Right when you're gone, i really miss you
You got my heart.
When you come back, i just wanna kiss you
And it tears you apart.
Honey do make me stay,
Believe me it's better this way.
Baby i'm true and i'm real.
I'm giving you all that i feel.
Sweety, i'm trying my best,
To give you the most and the less.
Darling, i'm true and i'm real,
I'm giving you all that i feel.
@carolinaburgos912
I've been looking for this song for years since I heard it in my childhood. Now I can die in peace.
Greetings from Colombia.
@stuartliammunien3156
@CarolinaBurgos I know the feeling. I felt the same way when I finally found "Break My Fall" by Bt & Tiesto after years of trying to find it with reminents of the music video I recalled from my childhood
@langerham4639
<3 vivi en cali un besoooooo
@boomforests
Salut
@ozguroz5340
i also like you =) i heard this song in 2003
@DCBARNONE89
I can relate also!
@denisamarcus2856
Back in the day, I used to be obsessed with this song, I remember I bought a Ministry Of Sound CD and I used to put it on repeat for hours... I still love this song
@dougaltitus08
Denisa Marcus I did the same thing! The music of that era is my favourite. Their American Ambient album is fab
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