“...running around and creeping, and the opponent: we're sleeping.” Basshunter DotA (Offical Video)
While originally in Swedish, the English versions and translations emphasize the routine of a dedicated player: basshunter_dota_offical_video
“...pushing on and owning, with the opponent we're toying.” The Story Behind the Song : The track
: It famously opens with Basshunter's real mother telling him he plays too much DotA , to which he politely explains the importance of the game before she leaves. Core Lyrics (English Translation)
The iconic track (Swedish for "We're sitting in Ventrilo, playing DotA"), often simply called "DotA," is a Eurodance anthem by Swedish musician Basshunter . Released in 2006, it became a defining piece of gaming culture, celebrating the experience of playing Defense of the Ancients (the original Warcraft III mod) with friends. The Story Behind the Song
: The track is built on the melody of the 2001 French club hit "Daddy DJ" . This same melody was later reworked into Basshunter's massive English-language hit "All I Ever Wanted" in 2008.
: The video features Basshunter and his friends at a DreamHack event (a massive LAN party in Sweden), surrounded by computers, energy drinks, and fellow gamers. Core Lyrics (English Translation)