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Michael Van Dorpe
Japan
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 5 ม.ค. 2012
I’m Michaël but my friends call me “Mike”, Belgian engineer living in Japan, entrepreneur and musician. Family, friends, work and music is all I need.
Born in Belgium in 1974. grew up in Brabant-Wallon where I developed passion for music. I'm a registered author and writer with composition from various style: Rock, Grunge, Classic, Jazz, Computer music,.. I like playing piano, guitar and singing. BlackField was the name of my band in Belgium (th-cam.com/channels/9Hdde1echC-fv6tZtz2dnQ.html). In 1998, after finishing his studies as Electrical (Civil) Engineer at UCL, I challenged myself to Japan where I'm active as a Broadcast engineer and business entrepreneur, keeping music as a main hobby. During the 2020 COVID-19 crisis, I decided to start digitalizing and sharing my music works on youtube. Therefore this channel. Enjoy, subscribe and share please !
Born in Belgium in 1974. grew up in Brabant-Wallon where I developed passion for music. I'm a registered author and writer with composition from various style: Rock, Grunge, Classic, Jazz, Computer music,.. I like playing piano, guitar and singing. BlackField was the name of my band in Belgium (th-cam.com/channels/9Hdde1echC-fv6tZtz2dnQ.html). In 1998, after finishing his studies as Electrical (Civil) Engineer at UCL, I challenged myself to Japan where I'm active as a Broadcast engineer and business entrepreneur, keeping music as a main hobby. During the 2020 COVID-19 crisis, I decided to start digitalizing and sharing my music works on youtube. Therefore this channel. Enjoy, subscribe and share please !
OUR OTHER LIFE - Studio recording at Jiyugaoka Studio Noah, on the 20th of Dec, 2024.
OUR OTHER LIFE - Studio recording at Jiyugaoka Studio Noah, on the 20th of Dec, 2024.
Michaël VAN DORPE (Voice & Rhythm Guitar), Alexandre DJALILI (Bass), Takuya NISHIMURA (Drums)
Unlike the usual rock beats and rolling chords of Michael's music, "Our Other Life" reveals a tender, introspective side of his artistry. This heartfelt ballad transports listeners into a dreamy world of connection, longing, and love. With poetic lyrics that speak to the magic of serendipitous encounters and the beauty of fleeting moments, the song offers a soothing yet emotionally rich experience.
The gentle yet rhythmic melody and evocative storytelling invite you to imagine "what could have been" while celebrating the miracles of the present. Its universal themes of love, desire, and the transformative power of being truly seen by someone special create an intimacy that feels both personal and relatable.
"Our Other Life" is a departure from the high-energy rock you might expect, but it's a refreshing, soulful detour that showcases the versatility and emotional depth of Michael, alongside his friends Alexandre Djalili (bass guitar) and Takuya Nishimura (drums). Step into this otherworldly love story and let the music take you somewhere truly different.
-| LYRICS |-
OUR OTHER LIFE (Music and Lyrics by Michael VAN DORPE)
=============================================
Something in your eye threw a spell at me, making me smile..
And when I close my eyes, I see yours looking at me, and it's feeling alright.
Something in my eyes revealed my deepest desire.
My desire for you makes you do crazy things, set fire in you.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
And leave it for a while.
We came from other worlds,
Our paths had crossed early 17
So can't we just fantasize?
what could have been our life
And make us feel our other life,
And it's alright, yes it's alright.
When you're in my arms, time stands still,
and I can't stop kissing you.
Making you smile, like a break in your life,
it's our time together.
Yes it's a miracle, take a breath,
and let's feel this moment.
Sure, it's so short this time again, but we're together, and you can close your eyes.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
and leave it for a while.
We came from other worlds,
Our paths had crossed early 17
So can't we just fantasize?
what could have been our life
And make us feel our other life,
And it's alright, yes it's alright.
In the silence of your absence,
sure there was sadness in me. But fear not.
Coz No danger lies in true love,
I'm happy by nature, like you are
But I'm even happier
cause I met you, and you're amazing.
Now that I know, (that) on this planet,
there are angels like you.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
and leave it for a while.
=============================================
Music and Lyrics rights belong to Michaël Van Dorpe, registered at SABAM @ Belgium (ISWC: T-318.473.212-1) and registered through TuneCore Japan (ISRC: TCJPD2543709)
More creations from Michaël can be found on this channel @michaelvandorpe007 and related links in the channel profile
Feel to ask to reuse the song for your band or own needs.
Michaël VAN DORPE (Voice & Rhythm Guitar), Alexandre DJALILI (Bass), Takuya NISHIMURA (Drums)
Unlike the usual rock beats and rolling chords of Michael's music, "Our Other Life" reveals a tender, introspective side of his artistry. This heartfelt ballad transports listeners into a dreamy world of connection, longing, and love. With poetic lyrics that speak to the magic of serendipitous encounters and the beauty of fleeting moments, the song offers a soothing yet emotionally rich experience.
The gentle yet rhythmic melody and evocative storytelling invite you to imagine "what could have been" while celebrating the miracles of the present. Its universal themes of love, desire, and the transformative power of being truly seen by someone special create an intimacy that feels both personal and relatable.
"Our Other Life" is a departure from the high-energy rock you might expect, but it's a refreshing, soulful detour that showcases the versatility and emotional depth of Michael, alongside his friends Alexandre Djalili (bass guitar) and Takuya Nishimura (drums). Step into this otherworldly love story and let the music take you somewhere truly different.
-| LYRICS |-
OUR OTHER LIFE (Music and Lyrics by Michael VAN DORPE)
=============================================
Something in your eye threw a spell at me, making me smile..
And when I close my eyes, I see yours looking at me, and it's feeling alright.
Something in my eyes revealed my deepest desire.
My desire for you makes you do crazy things, set fire in you.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
And leave it for a while.
We came from other worlds,
Our paths had crossed early 17
So can't we just fantasize?
what could have been our life
And make us feel our other life,
And it's alright, yes it's alright.
When you're in my arms, time stands still,
and I can't stop kissing you.
Making you smile, like a break in your life,
it's our time together.
Yes it's a miracle, take a breath,
and let's feel this moment.
Sure, it's so short this time again, but we're together, and you can close your eyes.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
and leave it for a while.
We came from other worlds,
Our paths had crossed early 17
So can't we just fantasize?
what could have been our life
And make us feel our other life,
And it's alright, yes it's alright.
In the silence of your absence,
sure there was sadness in me. But fear not.
Coz No danger lies in true love,
I'm happy by nature, like you are
But I'm even happier
cause I met you, and you're amazing.
Now that I know, (that) on this planet,
there are angels like you.
It's alright. It's so cool.
Just take it as it comes.
It's our time together.
It’s all right, it’s all good.
Just leave your hand in mine
and leave it for a while.
=============================================
Music and Lyrics rights belong to Michaël Van Dorpe, registered at SABAM @ Belgium (ISWC: T-318.473.212-1) and registered through TuneCore Japan (ISRC: TCJPD2543709)
More creations from Michaël can be found on this channel @michaelvandorpe007 and related links in the channel profile
Feel to ask to reuse the song for your band or own needs.
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OUR OTHER LIFE - Studio recording at Jiyugaoka Studio Noah, on the 20th of Dec, 2024. Michaël VAN DORPE (Voice & Rhythm Guitar), Alexandre DJALILI (Bass), Takuya NISHIMURA (Drums) -| YOU KNOW ME |- (Music and Lyrics by Michael VAN DORPE) You saw me You found me You sat me down on your velvet coach You tried hard to keep me on your side I'm so glad to get you baby ..You're my relief, my beer, my...
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BlackField (sound remastered)
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มุมมอง 604 หลายเดือนก่อน
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Kameda 3
มุมมอง 6Kปีที่แล้ว
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Lullaby, for my friend Manu
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Here is my version of the Lullaby song from The Cure:)
Ella (Full Edition)
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Ella (from the poem "I Love You'" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox)
มุมมอง 17Kปีที่แล้ว
This song is inspired from the poem "I love you" from Ella Wheeler Wilcox (November 5, 1850 - October 30, 1919). Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet, born on a farm in Wisconsin, which is north-west of Chicago. Her best-known lines are probably these, from her poem ‘Solitude’: “Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone”. But here is Ella being sweet telling ...
Litttle Jam over "Late Night Bar"
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Sunny (Baby you're so nice)
มุมมอง 10Kปีที่แล้ว
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As long as you're alright
มุมมอง 32Kปีที่แล้ว
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Thanks to our buddy Elton for this beautiful composition! My friends thought it would great to have this recording on youtube,... so here it is:) Follow Michael Van Dorpe on: Instagram: michaelvandorpe Bandcamp: michaelvandorpe.bandcamp.com SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/michael-van-dorpe
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