DJ Snake is one of the world’s most well-known and accomplished DJs and producers. His rise to fame began with his song “Bird Machine” which was a part of a compilation album released by Mad Decent in 2013. Since then, he has continued to produce and perform music that has been well-loved by fans from all around the world.
Table of Contents:
1. About DJ Snake
2. Discography
3. Collaborations
4. Awards and Recognition
5. The Impact of DJ Snake
6. DJ Snake Quotes
- About DJ Snake
DJ Snake is a well-known French DJ, producer, and songwriter. Born in 1986, DJ Snake began his career in music in the early 2000s, releasing mix tapes and playing at parties in Paris. His early tracks were embraced by the Parisian hip-hop and European dance music scene, and by 2008 he had made a name for himself across Europe. In 2011, he released his first debut album ‘Encore’, which was certified gold in his native France and topped the Billboard dance album and club songs charts. His career has since gone from strength to strength, collaborating with household names such as Justin Bieber, Cardi B, and Diplo, writing and producing for the likes of Skrillex and Major Lazer, and taking on the role of executive producer on Kanye West’s ‘The Life of Pablo’ album.
- Discography
DJ Snake’s discography includes five full-length studio albums, as well as extended plays, singles, remixes, and collaborations. His first album, Encore, was released in 2016 and debuted at number one on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. His most successful album to date is ‘Encore’ which earned him his first-ever Grammy nomination. In 2018, he released his second album, ‘Taki Taki’, which peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard 200 chart, and featured collaborations with Cardi B, Selena Gomez, and Ozuna. In 2020, he released his fourth album ‘Cartel VIP’, which was praised by critics and fans alike. In addition to full-length studio albums, DJ Snake has also released a number of successful EPs, remixes, and singles.
- Collaborations
DJ Snake has collaborated with a wide array of artists over the course of his career. He has worked with the likes of Justin Bieber, Cardi B, Lady Gaga, Diplo, Skrillex, and Major Lazer. Perhaps most famously, he wrote the chorus for Justin Bieber’s ‘Let Me Love You’, which was certified seven times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. In 2020, he collaborated with Post Malone and Cardi B for the track ‘Good Form’, which was certified gold in the US and double platinum in Canada.
- Awards and Recognition
Over the course of his career, DJ Snake has achieved both commercial and critical success. He was nominated for 4 Grammy Awards and won both a Billboard Music Award and an MTV Video Music Award in 2017. He has also been nominated for a Brit Award, an iHeart Radio Music Award, and a BET Award. In addition to his awards, he was also named one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Europe in 2017 and 2018.
- The Impact of DJ Snake
DJ Snake has had a profound impact on the world of music. His sound has been described as a mix of trap, electro, hip-hop, and Brazilian funk and has been highly influential in the world of EDM and Hip-Hop. He has been credited with popularizing rap and EDM in France and bringing it to an international audience. He has also been credited with helping to develop the French EDM and Hip-Hop scenes and inspiring a new generation of French talent. His impact on the world of music is undeniable and his influence is far-reaching.
DJ Snake Quotes
“I never assume success or crave it. I make what I love and then share it with everyone.” – DJ Snake
“I have no problems with my eyes. It was because when I became big, I suddenly I found myself playing on stage with 200,000 people, and that is scary. I remember my manager told me just put on a pair of sunglasses, and that should mitigate the panic. So I tried it, and it worked.” – DJ Snake
“I’ve been going to soccer games since I was a kid. For me, soccer brought people together. You didn’t need money to do it. You needed one ball and your friends. That’s what’s so amazing about the game and why it’s so global.” – DJ Snake
“Hate is not something that needs to exist. You can appreciate or not appreciate, but what’s the point in propagating hate? DJ Snake
“I grew up influenced by different cultures, sounds, feelings, emotions, and I want Premiere Classe to be a representation of that.” – DJ Snake
“There is a scene in the movie with DJ Cutkiller, one of the biggest European DJs from France, and he was scratching like crazy. When I saw that, I was 14, and I was like, ‘Yo that’s what I want to do. That’s crazy.’ DJ Snake
“Be you. If people like it, great. My music is honest, and it comes from the heart. I have never done anything to become famous.” – DJ Snake
“2018 was an amazing year for me, and music has changed so much: the way you can release it and the ways you can create art around it, the videos, the ways fans can interact, tour in new places.” – DJ Snake
“People were like, ‘You’re crazy. You’re going to lose all your credibility and fans.’ But I wanted to try new things and make my own music. So I became a producer.” – DJ Snake
“Playing my music to fans and people enjoying it is what matters; that makes me happy as an artiste. If you start worrying about awards, you will lose your creativity.” – DJ Snake
“My best friend, who I grew up with in Paris, is Indian. So, I’ve grown up listening to a lot of Bollywood songs and watching a lot of Bollywood movies, old and new.” – DJ Snake
“I have a lot of kurtas and Rajasthani-patterned clothes. So I really wanted to do something with an Indian flavor. Shooting the video for ‘Lean On’ was like a dream come true for me.” – DJ Snake
“I was given a chance some time ago, and it changed my life forever. I want to be able to give the same chance to the next generation of artists. There’s a new wave coming, and we are going to be a part of it.” – DJ Snake
“I remember the first time I dropped a couple of house records, someone threw an Air Force One in my face.” – DJ Snake
“I wanted to make a reggaeton record. So I sent the record to Ozuna, and he killed it. Then I felt like I wanted to add a more female vibe but still keep some Spanish touch, so I asked Selena and Cardi, and it all came together.” – DJ Snake
“It’s important to me that my music stands out. ‘Taki Taki’ doesn’t sound like anything else out there, and it’s hard to do that when you are on the road all the time, but it’s really important to me that how people feel about my work. It was the same with ‘Magenta Riddim.’ DJ Snake
“People trust me because I’ve had success.” – DJ Snake
“The good thing about not speaking the language is you just listen. You listen to everyone, every producer, every writer.” – DJ Snake
“I make music almost, like, every day. But I don’t release a lot of music.” – DJ Snake
“I wanted to first build a platform and then use it to shine a light on music/people that I believe in. This record label is for people across all corners of the world, to showcase all genres of music.” – DJ Snake
“You don’t need money to be creative. The ghetto builds champions every day.” – DJ Snake
“You never know: the next DJ Snake, the next Skrillex, the next big DJs might wait outside of the club. You gotta give back and listen to the next generation and show some love.” – DJ Snake
“At school, everyone smoked cigarettes. I was the rebel who didn’t want to. I have never needed anything like that to have a good time, and that also means my experiences are always very real.” – DJ Snake
“I grew up surrounded by all types of cultures – French, Indian, Arabic – a melting pot of cultures, sounds, foods, people, and religions. It opened my eyes early, and I’m grateful for that. It’s not about success in one area; it’s about exploring the world musically and spending time in those places whenever you can.” – DJ Snake
“When I started DJing because everyone called me ‘Snake’ in my city first, I was like, ‘DJ Snake – OK, let’s go for it.’ The name sucks, but it’s too late now.” – DJ Snake
“I have always listened to Indian music online, much before my first visit to the country in 2015. But, when I got to India, I couldn’t get enough of it.” – DJ Snake
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