In May 2007, Avicii signed on with the Dejfitts Plays label. Then, in 2010, Avicii released the hit song "Seek Bromance", which reached the top 20 in several countries including Belgium, France, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and Sweden. He also remixed Nadia Ali's classic single "Rapture" for her album Queen of Clubs Trilogy: Onyx Edition. In October 2010, Avicii signed with the European A&R team with EMI Music Publishing.
Avicii released his final album prior his death in 2015 titled "Stories". The LP was his second album to go #1 and spawned the chart-topping "Waiting for Love" as well Top 5 hit singles "For a Better Day" and "Broken Arrows". The single "Pure Grinding" also reached Top 20.
In 2017, Avicii released what was originally meant to be the first EP to a three-part album.
The extended play was named "Avīci (01)" and spawned the #1 Sandro Cavazza-assisted hit "Without You".
Additionally, the Top 3 single "Lonely Together" which featured Rita Ora was also released from the EP.
"Avīci (01)" itself also went #1 and was another smash success for the DJ.
He died on 20 April 2018 in Muscat, Oman, at the age of 28; the manner of his death was identified as suicide, the specific cause and method withheld from the public in accordance with standard media treatment of suicides.
Over a year after his death, on June 6th 2019, a posthumous album titled "TIM" was released. The singles "SOS" (featuring Emanon's Aloe Blacc), "Tough Love (featuring Vargas & Lagola and Agnes) and "Heaven" were released from the LP. The latter song featured vocals from Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin. "SOS" reached a peak at the top of the charts, whilst the two following singles managed to reach the #2 position. The album itself also peaked at #1, making it his third album (fourth counting his 2017 EP "Avīci (01)") to do so.
Can't Catch Me
Avicii Lyrics
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Mama kept us warm when there was no sunshine
I was busy building up a reputation
Did a lot of things out of desperation
Back up on my feet, got the motivation
Now I found my faith and a good vibration
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Search for you, lover, creation
When you're feeling down in this place, just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets, you bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones
Raised in the capital of Port-au-Prince
Born with them pillars in them tenements
Papa used to run from the immigration
When we got to the United Station
A teen under pressure, had to blend in
Before the guitar I had a MAC 10
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Thanks for you lover, creation
When you're feeling down in this place, just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets, you bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones
The lyrics of Avicii feat. Wyclef Jean's song Can't Catch Me describe the past struggles and hardships of the two artists and their determination to rise above them. The song begins with references to their childhoods, with Avicii recounting his father's absence as he worked to support the family and his mother's strength in tough times. Wyclef Jean relates his own experience growing up in the tenements of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and the challenges of being an immigrant in the United States.
Despite these obstacles, both artists found the motivation to pursue their passions and achieve success. Avicii describes his "reputation" and the "things [he] did out of desperation" before he found his "faith and a good vibration" and got back on his feet. Wyclef credits his ability to blend in and find his place in his new country before he turned to music.
The chorus of the song proclaims that "you can't catch me" and that "the war is already won," indicating their conviction that they have overcome their past struggles and are now in control of their own destinies. The final lines of the song pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in pursuit of their dreams, reminding us all to remember the fallen ones.
Overall, the lyrics of Can't Catch Me celebrate the resilience and determination of these two artists in the face of challenging circumstances, and serve as an empowering anthem for anyone who has faced adversity and come out on the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
Papa, he was gone tryna make a dime
My father was absent from our lives because he was busy trying to make money.
Mama kept us warm when there was no sunshine
My mother was always there for us, even during difficult times.
I was busy building up a reputation
I was focused on creating a name for myself.
Did a lot of things out of desperation
I made some poor decisions because I felt desperate.
Back up on my feet, got the motivation
I bounced back from my difficult situation and found the drive to succeed.
Now I found my faith and a good vibration
I discovered hope and positivity in my life.
Search for you, lover, creation
I desire to find love and create something meaningful.
When you're feeling down in this place, just replace them
If you're feeling low, replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
Stay focused on your goals and work towards them.
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We'll move on to the next phase of our lives when the opportunity arises.
We've been laced with the powers of creation
We possess the ability to create and make a difference in the world.
So when the sun sets, you bet you must face them
Recognize and confront any challenges that come your way.
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
Reflect on the experiences we shared while we were young and spontaneous.
We were living for the here and now
We were enjoying life in the present moment.
You can't catch me
I won't let anyone hold me back or bring me down.
I'll be gone by the time they come
I'll leave before anyone has a chance to stop me.
The war is already won
I've already overcome my struggles and emerged victorious.
Even though the children have sold their guns
Although young people have given up their weapons, we must still remember those who have been lost.
We must remember the fallen ones
It's important to honor and remember those who have died.
Raised in the capital of Port-au-Prince
I grew up in the capital city of Haiti.
Born with them pillars in them tenements
I was born into poverty and hardship.
Papa used to run from the immigration
My father had to flee from immigration authorities.
When we got to the United Station
When we arrived at the US border.
A teen under pressure, had to blend in
As a young person, I felt pressure to fit in and adapt.
Before the guitar I had a MAC 10
Before music, I resorted to violence and carried a weapon.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MATTHEW MILLER, MIKE EINZIGER, TIM BERGLING, WYCLEF JEAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Andrea-rt2uh
Papa, he was gone tryna make a dime
Mama kept us warm when there was no sunshine
I was busy building up a reputation
Did a lot of things out of desperation
Back up on my feet, got the motivation
Now I found my faith and a good vibration
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Search for you, lover, creation
When you're feeling down in this place, just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets, you bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones
Raised in the capital of Port-au-Prince
Born with them pillars in them tenements
Papa used to run from the immigration
When we got to the United Station
A teen under pressure, had to blend in
Before the guitar I had a MAC 10
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, yeah
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Thanks for you lover, creation
When you're feeling down in this place, just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets, you bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones
@FlorinKis
Lyrics
Papa, he was gone tryna make a dime
Mama kept us warm when there was no sunshine
I was busy building up a reputation
Did a lot of things out of desperation
Back up on my feet, got the motivation
Now I found my faith and a good vibration
Search for you, love of creation
When you're feeling down in this place
Just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time comes we'll run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets
You bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones, yeah, oh yeah
Raised in the capital of Port-au-Prince
Born with them pillars in them tenements
Papa used to run from the immigration
When we got to the United Station
A teen under pressure got to blend in
Before the guitar I had a MAC-10
Thanks for you, love of creation
When you're feeling down in this place
Just replace them
Keep a vision on the one you've been chasing
When the time come we run to the station
We've been laced with the powers of creation
So when the sun sets
You bet you must face them
Remember when we were running 'cross the nation
We were living for the here and now
You can't catch me
I'll be gone by the time they come
You can't catch me
The war is already won
Even though the children have sold their guns
We must remember the fallen ones
Remember the fallen ones, yeah oh yeah
Source: Musixmatch
@arandomreplyguy3382
For the rare ones still listening : the singer name is wyclef jean
@432music4
🤯👍🤯👍
@shawnolszak2878
Sounds alot like Matisyahu
@minimaxhall
How u know? Who taught u this son?
@jameskennebeck751
First verse is Matisyahu, second is Wyclef
@Zoxhiquili
“We must Remember the Fallen Ones”
RIP you magnificent person
@mahalenashishi2746
SirZinixter !!!
@filippo4989
I think that he was, sorry he is, one of the best musicians of our times. Because legends never die
@ultimatedesbear4271
This is just a simple comment but its still very powerful!!!
@mrgoodvibes1253
SirZinixter !!!