A staple in Armin van Buuren’s sets for over a year, ‘Everything I Wanted’ reimagines Billie Eilish’s global hit as a definitive mainstage anthem. Featured on the ‘A State of Trance, Ibiza 2025’ album and a proven crowd favorite at Ultra, Ushuaïa, SAGA and beyond, this powerful cover fuses Armin’s signature sound with the emotive vocals of rising star Malou, hitting home on all counts.
LyricsI had a dreamI got everything I wantedNot what you'd thinkAnd if I'm being honestIt might've been a nightmareTo anyone who might careThought I could flySo I stepped off the GoldenNobody criedNobody even noticedI saw them standing right thereKinda thought they might careAnd you say, as long as I'm hereNo one can hurt youDon't wanna lie hereBut you can learn toIf I could changeThe way that you see yourselfYou wouldn't wonder why you hearThey don't deserve youYou wouldn't wonder why you hearThey don't deserve youAnd you say, as long as I'm hereNo one can hurt youDon't wanna lie hereBut you can learn toIf I could changeThe way that you see yourselfYou wouldn't wonder why you hearThey don't deserve you
Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Armin van Buuren’s cover of Billie Eilish’s ‘Everything I Wanted’ is a meticulously crafted mainstage anthem that has become a staple in his sets for over a year. This transformative rendition, featured on the ‘A State of Trance, Ibiza 2025’ album, showcases exceptional technical prowess and production values, making it a standout favorite at global events like Ultra, Ushuaïa, and SAGA. At a driving tempo of 128 BPM, the track embodies classic mainstage trance elements, yet it distinguishes itself through sophisticated production techniques. The basslines are notably heavy and raw, infused with sharp textures that create a powerful, resonant foundation. These basslines are achieved through layered synthesis techniques, employing both analog and digital sound design tools to craft a gritty yet clean low-end presence. The percussion is equally remarkable, blending punchy kicks with crunchy, high-frequency elements that add a dynamic rhythm structure. Advanced sidechain compression techniques ensure that the kick drum cuts through the mix without overpowering the melodic components, maintaining a perfect balance throughout the track. Vocally, Malou’s emotive delivery is a standout feature. Her delicate yet powerful performance is enhanced through meticulous vocal processing, including subtle reverb and delay effects that add spatial depth without diluting the raw emotional quality of her voice. The seamless integration of her vocals with Armin’s signature synth work highlights the skillful layering and EQ balancing employed in the mix. The track’s climax is a masterclass in energetic build-ups and releases. Massive mainstage synth leads, characterized by wide stereo imaging and rich harmonic content, create an expansive soundscape. The use of automation and modulation effects breathes life into these synths, making the drop feel both powerful and dynamic. In summary, Armin van Buuren’s ‘Everything I Wanted’ is not just a fantastic cover but a testament to expert-level production techniques. It’s a track that resonates on both emotional and technical levels—#PureGold indeed. #LoveIT[/content][item value="10"]Beat and Rhythm[/item]
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[item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
[item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
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