Kings of Tomorrow - Finally (Original Extended Mix) 2001

Kings Of Tomorrow joins us as Defected In The House returns to London and teams up with Strictly Rhythm at Great Suffolk Street Warehouse on 17.10.15
Buy Tickets: po.st/werwhse
Released: 17/09/01
A pure timeless classic house record from 2001..only the word anthem will suffice.
Featuring the gospel-inclined Julie McKnight. Finally' quickly became one of those rare soulful vocals to spread its wings beyond specialist dancefloors, its fortunes boosted first by a set of Louie Vega and then by Danny Tenaglia remixes.
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[@farrikfurrik7675]

It's 2024 and we're still listening this masterpiece. One of the best end of set/night end tunes. Great memories!

[@calwalker3511]

Unbelievable tune!

[@DebDemi69]

I met my daughter's father in 1997. We had an amazing night dancing to this, well I say dancing... 😉. Of course she wasn't created, not even a thought, but this brings me right back to the night we met and now we have her. She's 21 now. Memories are wonderful, especially when they're good ones.

[@leannematthews105]

Ah me heart🥰🥰🥰🤣

[@katejunita8353]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@lisapemberton1636]

Beautiful memories 👌👌👌🥰🥰

[@anasoares4333]

Ç-çç-00

[@love.5198]

Such a beautiful story with this song as the backdrop.💗

[@vicareyously7687]

Absolute BANGER in the clubs back in the day

[@rhondamendoza2062]

Happy 50th Birthday to me!!! THIS is my ultimate Life Anthem. My Soul Brother Sam "The Man " Burns would play this track. He would always know when to throw this track down. Red, ESL, Club Five, Tracks, Fever at Paradox. I am humbled and honored to take some inventory. I shall allow my life to unfold with grace and a lot of faith. One of the very songs that have been with me through my whole life journey. This music touches your heart and soul like no other! Each time you listen there's a different lesson. Different lyrics become true wisdom for the time you need it. Well, that's what my Brother Sam did for me. He has played this track through my heartaches and celebrations! I carry on a new life adventure and my Brother is with me In Spirit now. Finally embraced my Love for House Music. Legendary Washington DC nights!!!! I'm Lil Rhonda. Your DC Good Vibe Ambassador. See you on the dance floors! Thank you for my birthday present, Sam. I love you and party it up in Heaven for me, honey. I miss you like no other. "Time marches on never ending... time takes its own time!!!" (That's my favorite line!) ❤🎉

[@tmaria123]

Tenaglia wrote that he was hired to program this song for KOT. At the end of a late night session, he heard the news of the WTC and stepped outside his studio to see the billows of smoke in the air. Ironically, he said, this song is about a great loss and finally meeting again in paradise. That will forever change this song for me. 1000 times more passion and meaning than it already carried

[@antm7516]

We had the words read at our wedding - the words are incredible and it is - for me - the best house track ever to have hit my world.

[@dickdelete]

Then you're second best is some ware below: - Rui Da Silva - Touch Me ft. Cassandra - Kettenkarussell - Maybe - Moloko - The Time Is Now

[@nadia6756]

Thats beautiful ♥️🕊️♥️

[@limitlesspossibilities444]

wish you both a lifetime of happiness xx

[@michellemurry2180]

🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@hmh558]

@@dickdelete any others please? Im looking for a 1st dance song :)

[@samkelokhoza246]

A South African house lover has made it to 2021..... if you still enjoy this timeless house tune 👍

[@silviaabreu275]

Á

[@utube5or]

💪👍🏼

[@keabetswemogari5847]

👌🏽👍🏽

[@paulkrzyszczyk4818]

My bath has just become a pool party big love to South Africa 🕺🥳👍

[@matriixiv3084]

Heard it for the first time yesterday on bbc radio 1’s powerdown playlist…I’m in love!!!this is a timeless classic.

[@matteobrunetti7142]

The first time I heard this song was in the early 2000s at Pacha in Ibiza during a Subliminal party. Erik Morillo played this track. The atmosphere was hot, a beautiful girl knew the lyrics of the song by heart and sang it while dancing in a sensual way against me. What a night! What memories!

[@ahmetkara1797]

Rİp bra MORİLLO

[@love.5198]

lol love that.

[@stevengarcia9125]

I've DJed for over 25 years now, and this one still gives me goosebumps. One of the few tunes that could start a riot if you didn't play it a second time. Definitely in my top 5 all time classics.

[@SCDJMU]

bla bla bla bla bla

[@lucist]

Agreed. I heard it for the first time at Club Vinyl "Body & Soul" & it blew my mind!

[@lenardshaw6037]

@mr garcia,I dj as well 💣🔥😉 and Saw what you spoke upon , keep putting, putting down bangers like this and some Sir good evening to you sir 💣🔥🌀🌀🔥

[@bradders6611]

Amen to that my brother...I’m 55 this year(2020) and still buying vynil....I dropped this at a night I DJ’d at and people were shaking my hand and dancing with a smile on their faces...Brought me to tears....Xxx ❤️❤️❤️

[@phealy02]

@@SCDJMU sad little turd

[@pachamamaamor]

I wish my future husband understands house music but if he doesn’t.. I’ll be fine 🙏🏽✨💖

[@mikechorizo]

gesund, geliebt & glücklich same! Wouldn’t it be great to find that special one to share this with?!

[@kanervatie]

When is the wedding then? :D Yours, me.

[@izy3118]

period! That's On That.

[@nocando89]

Same here Tugba. But for me, future girlfriend. I would love to sit with her at the beach during sunset and listen to this.

[@beccywheeler7429]

If he doesn't don't marry him 🤣😁💃

[@sonkensiyaya4588]

These would be my words to my husband when he finally decides to show up, 'Finally, I meet you. You don't know what I have been through, now I know paradise.'

[@soriyajansen1112]

i just...no words. what a beautiful song.

[@mrkibble1]

A song that has stood the test of time, a true, proper classic.

[@amac1657]

Probably my all time favourite dance tune. Listen to this at least once a week. Brings back amazing memories of holidays in Majorca . KOT are still amazing

[@RargoFC19]

Definitely one of the best house tracks of all time.

[@truedigga]

yes indeed i still play it in 2018

[@ziporalinzer2475]

OH YESSSS FOR SURE!!!!+++++++

[@cobbledetailing4438]

RargoFC19 agreed

[@liezl-marivanrensburg891]

yip, everrrr 🕊🔅💛🔆⚡️✨⚜🌈💫😇⚡️💫🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾📩💌💟

[@johndaniels8275]

Not the best but good

[@charlespavia112]

EVERY time I hear this it brings me such JOY... Even 20 years later

[@limitlesspossibilities444]

house heals the soul...should be prescribed

[@keithcyr5396]

For those of us on the backside of middle age this track just sums it all up.

[@shokk40]

Haha damn right. Fuck I feel old suddenly

[@jasondorn9625]

Keith Cyr OMG YES! This.

[@lakeisharobinson2132]

😎😎

[@glen9864]

One word CLASS!!!!

[@brianbeveney339]

Such true words. I feel you.

[@daveg6934]

55 people don’t understand beautiful house classics.

[@drkdrumz]

or 224

[@rominasbaglia4959]

ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SONG EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lbukem4259]

It's a shame the KZbin generation bypass these classics. Still, more for us pure house lovers to enjoy 😁

[@wesgleeson]

Are your middle initials T and J?

[@charlesriley16]

Danny?

[@joesloan2466]

any recommendations for similar songs like this

[@wesgleeson]

@@joesloan2466 It's hard to think of anything similar that comes close, maybe Alison Limerick - Where Love Lives or something by MAW

[@rosschops9509]

It's not a shame!

[@Leo11SPA]

THIS is HOUSE MUSIC.

[@alvarogroove]

AMAZING VIBES ! LONG LIFE TO THE HOUSE MUSIC

[@constancemtsweni1619]

2022 ,still gives me goosebumps..aag a true classic ❤

[@MartyKleynhans]

Yup! even today in 2023 ❤

[@RaisemyStandards-uo2sn]

Yes .

[@ivanrosellon2259]

2023

[@kgomotsomalete3453]

It’s 2023 and I’m still stuck up on this song what a beautiful jam🥹❤️

[@Exclusive1011111111]

I can get u unstuck Jess glynne did this song better.

[@tdnyc6550]

Cannot believe this was 21 years ago!! Still gives chills--such a beautiful track!

[@KatMug]

Masterpiece all around! Grounding and elevating at the same time

[@TarusFatah]

Good God. Nothing says my 20's like this song. Song stands the test of time! Sounds just as good today as back when

[@tbirdparis]

This track: The crowning achievement of a decade of great house music, and an all time classic last record at the end of countless legendary sets.

[@alistairgreen1272]

Julie McKnight, what a voice !!!

[@Exclusive1011111111]

Jess Glynne did it better. 😊

[@cj7478]

One of the greatest bits of music ever created… end of story 😎

[@09jimmer]

Not many songs where just with that first 40 seconds on loop can you get the "whole" place up and going. This song is an absolute legend 💕

[@lisamaycampbell5352]

Adore this track so much, pushed me though so many hard times x

[@rhondamendoza1221]

Absolutely! Sending you tons of Love from Washington, D.C.!! I'm here for you and everyone reading this post. We have some deep souls right here. We're connected by the Love of Music! I remember when my Brother first dropped this song. My Brother Sam "The Man" Burns knew this was One of my life anthems. He spoke through his music to everybody! He always knew when someone needed to hear Julie sing! Every time he would play this track it was a different life experience. Putting life into perspective and letting go of what no longer serves you. That's the power of MUSIC. I honor my dance floor time. Dancers have been my lifelong lifelines for 20+ years. I'm humbled and honored to listen to it again in 2021. It still pushes me through, Lisa!! Anyone reading this post know that you are so loved and you're never alone. What makes my heartstrings pull even more so my brother Sam passed away two years ago. DC Family is stronger than ever because Sam taught us well. He taught us how to get through even the toughest battles. Life isn't easy and as long as we are together. Friendship and connection. We can heal and recover. The lyrics have a new meaning new life experience. May music continue to feed your heart, body, mind, and soul. I got your back, Lisa. I was meant to find this thread. Yesterday I dealt with losing my Dad. Sam was always there for me. He was the One I call on. It was my Dad's 11th death anniversary yesterday. I'm so used to going to Eighteenth Street Lounge and being with DC Family. Now I am without Sam and my Dad. I miss them so much it hurts. I played this music and it took on a whole new meaning! I feel loved and comforted. I thought about all the good memories. Music always brings me back to the present Moment. Thank goodness for lyrics! I absolute love this song. I just had to deal with a shitty thread from my old hometown earlier today. I remember Finally. I can exhale again. Closed my eyes and listen. This timeless gem will always feed our Souls. For that I am so grateful and thankful. Love me some Defected Records!! Hit me up and let's dance!!! Much LOVE. Thanks for reading! Chemkids. Creators who Harmonize Everywhere in Music with Kindness... experience Individuality. Dance of the Soul!!! ###Save Our Underground Legacy.### Lil Rhonda Chemkids Productions, Washington, D.C. ❤️❤️❤️🎶🎶 Come find me I live on Facebook Messenger and Instagram. IG: @lilrhondadc

[@philiplevins6702]

2019 brothers and sisters ?? peace x

[@dmongru]

Philip Levins Still here in 2020 and will still be here in 2070😀

[@AJourneyEast]

This song will never get old as many times and as often as I play it!

[@ursonbear3268]

As an aspiring music producer this gives me so much inspiration.

[@inesborgescoutinho7967]

this song gives me goosebump AND makes my eyes watery every time. eternal

[@drkdrumz]

Easily a contender for a top 5 house track of all time.

[@benriley2697]

I THINK THIS IS THE BEST HOUSE TRACK EVER, JUST EVERYTHING' about it. Peace x

[@Spike-yc5gx]

Listen to more house music then.

[@emilycreaser7325]

just listened to this morning whilst making breakfast, didn't know the tune as it came up on suggested after playing the system but WOW. As soon as the beat stared playing through my speaker and them vocals hit me i knew this song was special. Im only 22 years old but i know a classic house tune when i hear one and i can tell you for a fact the younger generation enjoy these songs just as much as the older :)

[@pilotboy7116]

If you like 'Finally' then also check out 'fall for you' by Kings of Tomorrow; 'To Be in Love' by Masters at Work and 'Big Love' by Pete Heller

[@ryanchampion5287]

Oh my days, bro I have a playlist like this haha

[@ryanchampion5287]

Another day, kings of tomorrow is a banger

[@ryanchampion5287]

Fish go deep, cure and cause

[@nipperboom996]

Fall for you. Amazing try it. 😃

[@Daphne0575]

Love this song, it brings me back to wonderful times 😎 Love her amazing voice! ❤

[@thisisyaren]

one of the best house records there has been and ever will be!

[@bmxbandit1270]

Now a 52 year old and a product of the rave scene circa 89 onwards, there’s a few records that stick and connect with you on a deeper level (we all have our favourites) and for me this is one of them. I still have a pair of 1210s and this hasn’t left my record box since it was released.

[@1371ray]

me to mate but only got sl 1200 ☹☹☹

[@originaldeftom]

Sooo many memories.....I heard it around 9/11 for the first time in a South London gay club. We were all so distraught by what happened and the song struck a chord with me as I had only moved to London the previous year, still struggling with life as a young business student, badly heartbroken and trying to make sense of a f***ed up world. Not much has changed since....in fact it is even worse but I'm wiser. The song is still so strong after almost 1/4 of a century!!

[@dennisnichols3432]

I could play this track everyday day for ever...London Carnival ,Ibiza and New York. 🔝💯🚀

[@ruthbrook9479]

Was around for the first time... it's a life anthem. Timeless. Came to share it to facebook because one of my closest,most fiercless friends has just accepted her proposal from her dream man on her 40th birthday. The bride to he makes me feel old. I'll be here in 2050 still blasting this. Ultimate and endless floor filler. 🙏🎶🎶🎶💥💥💥💥💃💃💃💃💃🙏

[@stefanobenassi5479]

Masterpiece! No other words

[@robertconnolly2910]

Thanks 👍 for Keeping The Dream 💓 Alive ❤️

[@wesleywayne303]

I was at Body & Soul the first time they played it... No one I know or in NYC had heard it yet I don't think, they dropped it & we all were like WHAT SONG IS THIIIIIIIIIIS?!!! Dancing through the Stars on this.. . They even brought it back, just restarted the song because it is just THAT good... They were like, I mean we have to play this again b/c what do you even play after that? Besides they knew nothing would satisfy us but just replaying the song again & as a special treat to us. Also, to hear it @ Vinyl, on that sound system which was one of the best in NYC... Fuhget about it! I never will. I Remember I went to Dance Trax EVERYWEEK until it dropped which was nuts b/c it didn't drop on vinyl for months since they had an advanced copy.. . Maybe even not a Final Mix. I was there when they unboxed it and dude just handed me both 12's. Hilarious. This song is beyond classic & will never die. ***For some of you liking whatever remix or NOT LIKING THIS: You need to here this on a Sound System that is Major and it really comes alive- Listening to this on your computer or phone? Yeah, you aren't going to get it and how that bass line effects you as simple as it is.. . Besides the Building Percussion & Keys- It's magic on Real Sound System. We don't need to even discuss Ms. Julie's Voice. She is HEAVEN SENT, like these lyrics.

[@michelleharkness255]

Wesley Wayne it's an amazing track.... We had Sandy Rivera in the studio with us on Saturday night and he played it live on air... there's me stood at the producers desk with it playing through my headphones singing it through the studio screen at him... wasn't caring there was a green room full of people behind me at the time ;) lol it's a timeless track

[@easygroove]

i love such music..., something you my not know(?)regarding to this "They even brought it back, just restarted the song because it is just THAT good..." I was and always be into "Jungle"/"drumnbass"/ and such also and there´s a tradition at the raves, like: the MC asks the DJ sometimes for a so called "REEEWIIIND" ;-) for the crowd, and the crowd get´s that tune a second time or just restarted after a few seconds... :-)) - Love that interaction between audience/crowd-MC-DJ ... cheers

[@bazookajoe55]

What a great comment! Made me appreciate this track even more. You were lucky to experience such a special time in music history.

[@bboyblue74]

Man, i miss Body&Soul NYC! Had the pleasure of attending their Tea Dance back in the late 1990s.

[@theresawangia9979]

bboyblue74 do you know what ever happened mr tea Fernando. He hosted the tea party and they used his images on the flyer coming out of the teacup?

[@braddockbrawler]

This tune was played nearly 2000 times in Ibiza's clubs during Summer 2001.

[@theclay100]

We were there

[@sofianeso2775]

​@@theclay100we too 😂 what at fantastic times it was

[@mauricioceppi4172]

In my opinion, the best House music lyrics Ever written!!!

[@Moonstone115]

Ahhh big love for this ❤ 20 years and still a gorgeous track 🎶💕

[@LETTYONLY1]

How could I forget about this tune ???? Shame on me! Absolute classic! Back in the day - how time flies 😢

[@patrickrondon]

This song messes with my feelings every time I hit play.

[@marcking689]

I love this song. Masterpiece. Every time I turn around, Kings Of Tomorrow are bringing the joy!

[@thechalkfieldstcf3126]

This is by far a perfect representation of the mid-90s House Music era and scene. There were very few clubs that consistently played House, but the ones that did were always so amazing. Such great energy. Always beautiful women and cool dudes... never corny. Funny part is there are so many other masterful white label records from this time. I just wish I could get on that frequency on KZbin and find some of them!

[@adhaggers]

brings actual tears to my eyes and im predominantly a DnBer. ABSOLUTE BANGER

[@julienarnaud384]

Toute ma jeunesse ce son à ibiza, javea, living room, factory.......

[@ursonbear3268]

I’m so happy Apple randomly played this on a house station. so so so good. Superb transitions, just sublime.

[@manuelricardez7573]

I hear this in day zero 2024

[@michaelwatkinson1702]

Miss these days.

[@shoottrue5115]

I wonder did they know how huge this track would be when they recorded it? 21 years later and it still gives me chills .

[@saulmarinoni4342]

He* Sandy Rivera:)

[@stewartwilson1209]

@@saulmarinoni4342 They: Kings Of Tomorrow and Julie McKnight

[@barryallen3489]

@@saulmarinoni4342 ❤❤😢❤❤❤❤ I ❤😢❤❤

[@barryallen3489]

@@stewartwilson1209 I just got ❤❤ ❤ I ❤❤

[@barryallen3489]

❤

[@4lifeminalives]

A lot of these songs have such a beautiful message . One of my favorites

[@househead67]

19 years later and this joint still makes me lose my mind. #CLASSIC

[@davidski1983]

18 years ago... ❤ when I was 18...❤

[@deltaiscain]

Same:)

[@billyidolrockstar522]

20 YAERS

[@nathanhaynes7412]

Memorial day weekend 2001, my oldest brother taped Ruben Torro that weekend and now let's go 8 years later to his club in Brooklyn and he plays this and the crowd is singing this like Larry Levan had the crowd singing in the Garage unfingbelievable shit I witnessed, felt like 1986!! Thanks Toro for reliving those memories!!

[@juliodominguez4750]

I spent so many nights drinking wine and listening this track....I miss 2001-2004

[@lostboy8191]

Silky smooth timeless masterpiece! Still giving me goosebumps 19 years later ! First heard it in the chill out room in bed music factory Sheffield about 4am circa 01

[@caisicedeno6838]

I've been listening to the Kings of Tomorrow since 2001, good stuff. Classics are the best.

[@AliG-uw2rm]

Takes me back to the gud auld days , Ibiza , hed kandi nights ! I can see my younger self buzzing , living life and belting this out so loudly!

[@kevla29]

Just listened again after Defected Croatia 🇭🇷 2021 🎷👊🏼

[@bexooftheuniverse3311]

Amazing timeless song. Love it ❤🎼

[@TheMiSsEcKoReD63]

My baby, my loving Kitty just died from cancer and I have no Idea of why this sound reminds me of her... Pure emotions, pure feelings through these lyrics, can't stop crying while listening to this masterpiece 💙

[@DebDemi69]

Oh my goodness, I have no words.Please accept my condolences. Hugs and kisses to you xx

[@garypearn7010]

musical masterpiece..big love !X

[@davidzeledon61]

Nine years ago this was my first couple song at my wedding!!! It is beautiful beyond time.

[@davidkutlesa5465]

best house track of all time.

[@zinhlezulu6447]

I looked for this version for so long. I'm so glad I found it.

[@Exclusive1011111111]

Better version is by Jess glynne which is called all I am.

[@FitnessForLife-GetRipped-cf4wb]

This is about becoming one self, whoever one self becomes. “If you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes back into you.” (Friedrich Nietzsche) “There is no path to happiness. Happiness is the path.” (Siddhartha Gautama)

[@rri7534]

Timeless Classic 💕💕💕

[@Injectz]

The best house record of all time.. I mean this and will take it to my grave..it's about death. Sandy Rivera is a genius to accomplish a movement like this without people knowing the true meaning of the track. Julie McKnight is an angel on the vocals ❤

[@simplycookin4607]

Goosebumps in 2021! Boom! Such a classic

[@ceeregina]

I love this song is upbeat and positive. Its definitely one of them feel good songs just make u dance too

[@januarysizwe2465]

This ages like fine wine 🍷

[@shells291]

Just got goose bumps one of my all-time favorites such memories

[@amychandler9089]

Will always remind me of you flynn ❤ always missed everyday 💔 xx

[@vanessaoneill7588]

My brother passed may this year. Always loved this song but holds another meaning now. So tell me how do you do Finally I meet you You don't know what I've been through, Waiting and wondering about you I had a dream my trip would end at you, And now I know paradise.

[@smitty923]

🔥 still burning in 2021! Bought 4 copies of this on vinyl in LA the morning after j heard this drop at a club. On a proper system this is a banger!

[@limitlesspossibilities444]

wow 4 copies...that's dedication...😂

[@smitty923]

@@limitlesspossibilities444 gave some away to friends because I was so moved. 😀

[@katesmith1534]

Wow!

[@CelineSchollerer]

I would say 25yrs now ain't it? Still listening and dancing to this with a smile, takes me elsewhere, magic track!

[@yyzanthony]

Absolutely beautiful....over 20 yrs ago and now. ❤❤

[@tonyadessasau4110]

One of my favorite club house songs! Puts you into a different place on the dance floor.

[@juliefarrow295]

Absolutely awesome takes you to a happy happy place

[@theletsbehonestatheist6131]

Tonya Dessasau well said!

[@nice1828]

This is magic and always will be proper house gives me shivers allover 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@helentaylor8516]

I agree this is one of the greatest house tunes of all time. 2022 and still fresh

[@theletsbehonestatheist6131]

Straight chills! Such an iconic classic!

[@diskozoid]

I Heard this once years ago on Morgan radio and could never get it out of my head. Search KZbin for years I just stumbled across it today May you receive a thousand blessings

[@fk1386]

One of those rare House tracks that has truly profound lyrics. For the uninitiated, the singer is talking directly TO love. Not singing about love or even singing a ditty to love, she is facing love head on and giving her two cents 👊🏼👊🏼

[@eddielasowsky7777]

She's talking to God you idiot

[@sexualgladiator]

God Is Love. 🙏

[@gideonrubyai1]

The song is about death. Not love or god.

[@eddielasowsky7777]

@@gideonrubyai1 wrong

[@marioclaudio3389]

It’s a gospel song

[@neddy1287]

God this brings back memories of house sessions from friday to sunday

[@cannywf1]

Nostalgia is strong with this one! :)

[@denniskeena5936]

Saw Julie at a club I n 01 great show! Thanks Josette

[@TheTrainer001]

L😊VE is in a S😊NG ... L😊VE WILL PREVAIL, L😊VE ALWAYS FIND IT'S WAY ! L😊VE IS THE SOLUTION FOR EVERYTHING ! Thank You Kings of Tommorow For All Your Wonderful Music 😊🙏😊

[@LOATE83]

South Africa was rocking this back in da days

[@vt-wn8ul]

Timeless house music! 👌❤

[@LC-jo8zm]

I was 18 when I found this song - there was an awesome Video of some dude house dancing amongst a crowd of People ....finding house music made me feel Alive inside.