While tracks like "Take Over Control" pushed Afrojack into the mainstream pop charts, underground club weapons like "Cheese" solidifed his reputation among DJs.
"Cheese" is a masterclass in the classic Dutch House formula that dominated clubs in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Afrojack - Cheese (Original Mix)
It influenced a generation of producers to experiment with harsh, aggressive synthesizer leads in house music. While tracks like "Take Over Control" pushed Afrojack
The track is driven by a piercing, high-pitched, and slightly detuned lead synthesizer. This screeching sound became Afrojack's ultimate calling card. Afrojack - Cheese (Original Mix)