My People
The Presets
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I'm here with all of my people Locked up with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me So let's head in your room lovely I'll follow all around the world for you And you'll find out tonight, oh it's a world of extreme Oh, they'll take all our ceremony They'll never find a happy hope for you But know that's not the only chance you'll get, yeah you'll see Oh, I'm here with all of my people Locked up with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me I'm here with all of my people Shut down with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me Still the celebration haunts Today I heard it on the radio You've gone and found a way to get me out from this place Soldiers on the waterfront They wanna ship me far away I'll find my way tonight so I can find my way to you I'm here with all of my people Locked up with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me I'm here with all of my people Shut down with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me I'm here with all of my people Locked up with all of my people I'm here with all of my people Shut down all of my people And it feels so and it feels so good And it feels so and it feels so good And it feels so and it feels so good And it feels so and it feels so good And it feels so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so I'm here with all of my people Locked up with all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me I'm here with all of my people Party time all of my people So let me hear you scream if you're with me
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Written by: BYRON O. THOMAS, BRYAN WILLIAMS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"My People" was released by The Presets in 2007. It is the third single from their second studio album "Apocalypso".
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Music GenreThe Presets is an Australian electronic music duo which encapsulates the genre of dance-punk, electro-pop, synth-pop, or techno which is reflected in the "My People" song.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a commercial success. It spent over 75 weeks in the ARIA Singles Chart, peaked at number 14, and went two times Platinum.
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Awards"My People" earned The Presets the ARIA Music Award for "Best Dance Release" in 2008.
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InspirationIt was said that the song drew inspiration from the situation of detainees in Australia at the time and the country's immigration policy.
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Video ConceptThe music video for "My People" is inspired by the Disco scene. It features the two members of the group dancing endlessly in a sparse, futuristic environment like crank wind-up monkeys.
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Musical StructureThe song features a repetitive, pulsating electronic melody paired with uplifting and anthemic vocals. Critics noted that its simplicity was one of its strengths.
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Critical AcclaimThe song was widely acclaimed, with critics praising its rhythmic energy, catchy melody, and the duo's ability to create a powerful dance anthem.
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Cultural Impact"My People" became a popular club hit not just in Australia, but also internationally. Its impact can be gauged from the fact that it played during the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, during Australia's entrance into the stadium for the opening ceremony.
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VersatilityDespite being primarily dance music, "My People" has been used in various capacities - not only has it been played at sporting events, but it's also been used in several TV shows and commercials, underscoring its wide-ranging appeal.
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