Joys

Roberto Surace

About Joys

"Joys" is a song produced and recorded by Italian electronic/house DJ/remixer Roberto Surace, which samples The S. O. S. Band's 1986 single "The Finest". The song became Surace's first number one on both Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart and joint ventured Shazam Ibiza dance charts (in its 12 October and 30 September 2019 issues, respectively), and in Australia on the ARIA Club Chart (in its 30 September 2019 issue).


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You're the finest I've ever known, finest I ever

If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Finest I ever
If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Just as long as it's real
Finest I ever

My friends say I'm lucky (lucky, lucky)
To have found someone as good as you
My love's understanding (-standing, -standing)
You're the finest I've ever known, finest I ever

If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Finest I ever
If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Just as long as it's real
Finest I ever

My friends say I'm lucky (lucky, lucky)
To have found someone as good as you
My love's understanding (-standing, -standing)
You're the finest I've ever known, finest I ever

If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Finest I ever
If I had a choice
I'd always choose love
Just as long as it's real
Finest I ever

My friends say I'm lucky (lucky, lucky)
To have found someone as good as you
My love's understanding (-standing, -standing)
You're the finest I've ever known, finest I ever

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Roberto Surace

"Joys" is a song produced and recorded by Italian electronic/house DJ/remixer Roberto Surace, which samples The S.O.S. Band's 1986 single "The Finest". The song became Surace's first number one on both Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart and joint ventured Shazam Ibiza dance charts (in its 12 October and 30 September 2019 issues, respectively), and in Australia on the ARIA Club Chart (in its 30 September 2019 issue). more »

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Written by: James Samuel Harris Iii, Terry Steven Lewis

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Joys" by Roberto Surace is considered a "Tech House" track according to the Beatport electronic music store. This genre is known for combining the rhythmic, bass-heavy beats of techno with the harmonies and grooves of house music.
Chart Performance
The track was an incredible success in the dance music scene; it reached number 1 on Beatport's overall top 100 chart in August 2019. It remained in this position for six weeks.
Sample Usage
The song prominently features samples from the 1980's hip-hop trio S.O.S. Band's track "The Finest." This usage of sampling is common in the tech-house genre and recontextualizes a familiar sound in a new musical environment.
Live Performance Recognition
The track is widely recognized for its impact on dance floors worldwide. Many notable DJs, including Marco Carola and Claptone, included "Joys" in their live sets.
International Success
Following its chart-topping success on Beatport, "Joys" eventually reached number 3 on the official UK Singles Sales Chart, highlighting the track's appeal beyond the electronic music scene.
Major Label Release
Following its initial release on Defected Records - a UK-based house music label - "Joys" was later released by Universal Music Group due to its significant commercial success.
Awards and Accolades
In the DJ Awards 2019, which recognizes the best in electronic music, "Joys" won the award for Track of the Season, demonstrating its immense popularity and success within the genre.
Breakout Song
While Roberto Surace was already respected as a DJ and producer within the tech-house scene, "Joys" is regarded as his breakout track due to its widespread success.
Radio Play
Despite the often more underground or club-focused appeal of tech-house music, "Joys" received significant radio play across various territories, including on stations like BBC Radio 1 in the UK.
Length of Track
"Joys" is notably longer than the average radio hit, clocking in at six minutes and forty seconds. This extended length is typical of house and tech-house tracks, which are often designed for extended club play.

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