The debut album Simplicity was produced by Charlie Francis (REM, Turin Breaks) and released to critical acclaim in the UK in 2001.
Uncut magazine declaring Belasco “have bigger songs and bigger ambitions than the majority of new guitar acts. Watch out Coldplay!”
While Coldplay can still rest easy, Belasco have achieved a huge amount over the past five years. They have sold over 30,000 records across the world. Played gigs across the globe (150 in 2003 alone) including European festivals such as Isle Of Wight (UK), Haldern and Bochum Total (Germany), Alive (Belgium) and Music In My Head (Holland) with the likes of PJ Harvey, Cardigans, Paul Weller, Iggy Pop, Bright Eyes and Patti Smith.
In early 2005 this success culminated in the band signing a singles deal with Vertigo/Mercury (Razorlight, Thirteen Senses) and recorded two singles – “Something Between Us” and “Chloroform”. On its release, Something Between Us again receiving plaudits (the Guardian making it Single Of the Week) and the bands darker than dark video – produced by Nick Walters was playlisted on MTV2 UK. The video is also one of the first music videos added to the I-tunes new video purchase store in the US.
Unfortunately the band had a bad experience with Mercury (one of many small bands shown the darker side of the major labels) and the deal ended acrimoniously in early 2006.
Ironically 2006 has seen the band stepping up to the next level. The band had tracks added to the Hollywood film “Incubus” (starring Tara Reid) and EA Games Fifa Soccer 2007 video game. The bands music also featured several times on huge US show One Tree Hill. The Virgin/EMI compilation album Alternative Ballads II (released in Germany in early 2006) features Belasco’s “Breathe” alongside songs by Blur, Athlete, Radiohead and Nick Cave.
Throughout 2006 the band has also been working on new album “61”.
Empire
Belasco Lyrics
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in my head
to hold the crown
in our hands
it's a new hope
an empire
If we can conquer we control
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
It's a falling world
close to ruin
just hold your ground
speak your mind
a new world
an empire
If we can conquer we control
telling everyone we know
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
My empire
my empire
my empire
my empire
The song "Empire" by Belasco is a powerful anthem about hope, control, and self-empowerment. The lyrics speak of a formula that works in the singer's head - a way to hold the crown and gain power over their own destiny. It's a symbol of triumph over the falling world and a call to fight for one's own words and ideas.
The song speaks of a new hope, a new world, and an empire - all of which are within reach if we can conquer and assert our control. The lyrics are a powerful call to action, urging listeners to speak their minds, hold their ground, and fight for what they believe in. The message is clear: we can hold the power in our own hands if we are willing to fight for it.
Overall, the song "Empire" by Belasco is an inspiring anthem that encourages listeners to take control of their lives and speak up for what they believe in. The lyrics are straightforward and powerful, the melody is catchy and upbeat, and the entire song is a powerful reminder that we can all be the masters of our own fate if we are willing to fight for it.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a formula that works
I have a successful method that I follow/apply
in my head
It's a personal ideology that I follow internally
to hold the crown
To maintain power and high status
in our hands
For us to possess and control
it's a new hope
A fresh opportunity or possibility
an empire
A powerful and dominant rule or influence
If we can conquer we control
If we can overpower, we will dominate and call the shots
telling everyone we know
Informing others about our authority and ability to command
yes our command to save the world.
Our direction to rescue the world in a crisis situation
"fight for your words"
Struggle for expressing your opinions
It's a falling world
The world is declining or regressing
close to ruin
Near to destruction or collapse
just hold your ground
Remain unwavering and steadfast
speak your mind
Express your thoughts and ideas boldly
a new world
A world that is reformed or restructured
an empire
A powerful and dominant rule or influence
My empire
My powerful and dominant rule or influence
my empire
My powerful and dominant rule or influence
my empire
My powerful and dominant rule or influence
my empire
My powerful and dominant rule or influence
Contributed by Emily O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sandrine Bühring
Lyrics:
It's a formula that works
in my head
to hold the crown
in our hands
it's a new hope
an empire
If we can conquer we control
telling everyone we know
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
It's a falling world
close to ruin
just hold your ground
speak your mind
a new world
an empire
If we can conquer we control
telling everyone we know
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
My empire
my empire
my empire
my empire
Quelle: Musixmatch
I hope it brings you something🙈
Sandrine Bühring
Lyrics:
It's a formula that works
in my head
to hold the crown
in our hands
it's a new hope
an empire
If we can conquer we control
telling everyone we know
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
It's a falling world
close to ruin
just hold your ground
speak your mind
a new world
an empire
If we can conquer we control
telling everyone we know
yes our command to save the world.
"fight for your words"
My empire
my empire
my empire
my empire
Quelle: Musixmatch
I hope it brings you something🙈
Silke Ermel
ich liebe diesen track soooooooooooooo sehr
Bruno Dias
One of the few bands that can I say made only fantastic records (5 of them) with only great songs. And they're also unbelievable good live. So underrated.
kensighenuzuchigo seb
i love this song since the first time i heard it
Serjo Bautista
Buenísima canción!!!😙
Meganton
These songs carry deep Life Is Strange vibes
Федя Сумкин
Гений !!!
Ewaldas Jakas
Here becs of this movie Kokowääh. Very good song
daniela breuer
Toller Song👍😊
Paulimusic
Das ist eine echt coole rockballade