Tidal Wave
Sub Focus, Alpines
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You can't just give it away Like it means nothing Love isn't a game where, You win something I'm tired of being On the outside I want to know What it's like I'm tired of seeing All of the sings I want to feel Us collide Your love washes over Like a tidal wave I feel the impact As we collide Your love washes over Like a tidal wave I feel the impact As we collide All the games we play You're fooling nobody If it makes you feel good When you're hurting somebody I'm tired of being On the outside I want to know What it's like I'm tired of seeing All of the signs I want to feel Us collide Your love washes over Like a tidal wave I feel the impact As we collide Your love washes over Like a tidal wave I feel the impact As we collide Ey ah, ey ah ah, ey ah, ay ah ah Ey ah, ey ah ah, ey ah, ay ah ah Ey ah, ey ah ah, ey ah, ay ah ah Ey ah, ey ah ah, ey ah, ay ah ah, ey ah, ay ah ah, I feel the impact As we collide
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Written by: NICOLAAS DOUWE DOUWMA, ROBERT MATTHEWS, CATHERINE POCKSON, AMANDA GHOST
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Tidal Wave" is a song by the British electronic music producer, Sub Focus. Sub Focus, whose real name is Nick Douwma, is renowned for his minimalist, bass-heavy sound in drum and bass and electronic dance music genres.
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Release and Chart PerformanceIt was released on November 4, 2012, as the second single from his second studio album, “Torus.” The song peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Sub Focus's highest-charting single to date.
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Featured Artist"Tidal Wave" features an exquisite vocal performance by Alpines, an English electronica duo composed of Catherine Pockson and Bob Matthews. Alpines is known for their synthesis of R&B, synths, and pop.
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Lyric CompositionThe lyrics of the song describe an overwhelming feeling that sweeps over a person, much like a wave. It prominently explores themes of love, loss, and the ebb and flow of life's joys and sorrows.
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Musical CompositionThe song showcases Sub Focus merges the genres of Drum and Bass and Dubstep, creating a catchy electronic tune. It is characterized by its lush synths, addictive beats, and the hauntingly beautiful vocals of Alpines.
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Remixes"Tidal Wave" has been remixed by several prominent DJs and music producers like Flosstradamus, KillSonik, Chuckie, and Shadow Child. These remixes lend different dimensions to the original song, catering to a wide range of electronic music tastes.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Tidal Wave" was released in October 2012 and mirrors the theme of overwhelming emotions depicted in the song. It visualizes an actual tidal wave and its aftermath, providing a visual metaphor for the song's lyrical themes.
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Critical ReceptionOn its release, the song garnered positive reviews from music critics, with praises centered on its addictively energetic beats, coupled with the emotion-grabbing vocals by Alpines. It was hailed as one of the stand-out tracks from the album "Torus."
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Live Performances"Tidal Wave" has been a staple in Sub Focus's live sets, with the signature beat drop stirring the crowd into a frenzy.
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Impact & InfluenceSince its release, “Tidal Wave” has had a significant impact on the electronic dance music genre, inspiring numerous other producers with its compelling blend of styles. It is often cited as a classic of the Dubstep and Drum and Bass genres.
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