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.
Rebel
iio Lyrics
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clear water
Leave speed behind
Fill it with adrenaline
Medals made of gold not
silver
Challenge the races that
others can't win
want
I own a slang that you'll
never pronounce
Wild-child like you
wouldn't know
Young reckless offspring
That's out of control
Blasting me up
Up... up... I go
Rebel, Am I?
Who... me? Oh no...
That's how a rebel
speaks
While all the others
tweak
That's how a rebel walks
While all the others talk
To be among the bonafide
trail blazers
Gotta jump in, no wetting
your feet
Lead in ferocious
spaces
Cowards can sleep, while
you swallow
Your feast
The lyrics to iio's song Rebel are empowerment anthems for anyone seeking to challenge the status quo and embrace their inner rebel. The song encourages the listener to ride their bike on clear waters and leave speed behind, symbolically urging them to let go of their fears and doubts and follow their dreams. The lyrics go on to describe the feeling of adrenaline that comes with taking risks, and how the rewards are worth the effort, even if others cannot win the same race. The words "young reckless offspring that's out of control" suggest that the singer is young and impulsive, but also determined to defy the expectations of others and achieve greatness.
The lyrics "audit me, however, you may want/I own a slang that you'll never pronounce" show the singer's confidence in their individuality, refusing to conform to the norms of society. The song continues to encourage the listener to be a true trailblazer, to jump in without hesitation or fear, to lead fearlessly and take charge of their lives. The lyrics "Cowards can sleep, while you swallow your feast" urge the listener to be bold and relentless, to pursue their goals even when it seems impossible, and to revel in their successes.
Overall, Rebel is a powerful song that is about overcoming the fear of failure, embracing one's individuality, and taking charge of one's destiny. It encourages the listener to be a rebel, to follow their dreams, and to never give up hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Ride the bike like it's on clear water
Ride the bike with utmost ease and freedom
Leave speed behind
Disregard the need for speed and focus on enjoying the ride
Fill it with adrenaline
Experience the thrill of the moment to the fullest
Medals made of gold not silver
Aim for the highest level of achievement and success
Challenge the races that others can't win
Take up challenges that are deemed impossible or difficult by others
Audit me, however you may want
Judge me however you like, I don't care
I own a slang that you'll never pronounce
I have my own unique style and language that others can't understand or imitate
Wild-child like you wouldn't know
My reckless and adventurous spirit is beyond your understanding
Young reckless offspring, That's out of control
I am a young and reckless rebel who defies rules and authority
Blasting me up, Up...up...I go
I am soaring high and achieving my dreams
Rebel, Am I? Who...me? Oh no...
I may be seen as a rebel by others, but I don't see myself that way
That's how a rebel speaks, While all the others tweak
A true rebel speaks their mind boldly without any hesitation, while others hold back
That's how a rebel walks, While all the others talk
A rebel takes action and makes a difference, while others just talk about it
To be among the bonafide trail blazers, Gotta jump in, no wetting your feet
To be a true pioneer and leader, you have to take risks and dive in headfirst without hesitation
Lead in ferocious spaces, Cowards can sleep, while you swallow your feast
In challenging and competitive environments, only the brave and daring can succeed and feast on success
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Markus Moser, Nadia Ali, Markus Christian Moser
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