1) a three-piece … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 3 artists with the name Caesar:
1) a three-piece indie rock band from Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2) a Danish protest/folk singer
3) a progressive metal-core band located in the Southern Michigan/Northern Indiana area in the United States
1) Caesar was a three-piece indie rock band from Amsterdam, The Netherlands (1994-2008), consisting of Roald van Oosten (vocals, guitar), Sem David Bakker (bass) and Marit de Loos (drums). Their début album, Clean (1996), was the very first release of Holland's prestigious Excelsior Recordings label. The band would release three more studio albums: No Rest For The Alonely (1998), Leaving Sparks (2000) and the self-titled Caesar (2003). They were one of the most popular indie rock bands in The Netherlands around the year 2000, played almost every major Dutch festival, won a 'Silver Harp' and toured internationally.
Following a sabbatical year (2005), the group released Before My band Explodes (2006), a compilation of outtakes and rarities. The band arranged a 'farewell gig' in the Melkweg in Amsterdam in April 2008 - and called it a day.
Frontman, Roald van Oosten, continued to release music, first with his shirt-lived new group, Ghost Trucker (2006). 2016 saw the release of his first solo album.
2) Cæsar is Bjarne Bøgesø Rasmussen (May 15, 1938 - April 22, 2000), a Danish protest/folk singer.
3) The American Caesar formed in December 2010, and while none of the members can call the same town home, they have all found a home within Caesar. Caesar hits the pavement as much as possible and having members from Michigan and Indiana, they make sure that whenever they are given a stage to play on they make sure to leave their mark. The live performance of this group is what they pride themselves on, and they entertain in a manner that fans won't soon forget. As for the music, it can stand on its own. The way in which the music of Caesar is delivered through speakers is for lack of a better word: aggressive.It can be found in the rhythmic attack from the instruments and the chilling delivery of the vocals. The music is high energy and unceasing. Caesar has hopes to find a home in an industry that is constantly changing. With the groups first full length expected in the early summer 2012, Caesar is putting all they have into creating a unique music experience that they are going to give back to every single person that has supported them.
In My Sequoia
Caesar Lyrics
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The answer to everything I ran into
I happened to change a bit, this is true,
While losing my grip on it, oh what is new
We should now decide where we wanna be
Twenty years from now
Try to break some ground
The answer to everything, this is true
Your roots are the only thing we hang on to
Listen for a while, where you wanna go
Twenty years from now, try to break some ground
For you will be in my tree, sequoia
I was here before ya, for a while, a long, long while
The lyrics of Caesar's song In My Sequoia contain a message of self-reflection, growth and the importance of staying true to one's roots. Caesar starts by acknowledging that he has always considered himself to have the answers to everything he encounters, but he has realized that things change and he is gradually losing his grip on his understanding of the world. He then encourages the listener to think about where they want to be in 20 years and to strive to make a difference in their lives. He warns against growing up and becoming disappointed in oneself.
The lyrics also reference a "sequoia", a type of tree that is known for its longevity and resilience. Caesar uses it as a metaphor for the importance of maintaining one's roots and staying grounded, even as life changes around us. He affirms that he has been here before and will remain there for a long time, symbolizing his own strength and steadfastness in the face of change. Overall, Caesar's message is one of personal growth, but also one of staying true to oneself and embracing the things that make us unique and strong.
Line by Line Meaning
I have been a lot like you, always knew
I used to be just like you, confident in knowing everything
The answer to everything I ran into
I thought I knew the answer to every problem I faced
I happened to change a bit, this is true,
However, I've since changed, it's the truth
While losing my grip on it, oh what is new
And as I struggle to maintain control, it's nothing new
We should now decide where we wanna be
It's time to think about our future destination
Twenty years from now
Specifically, two decades from now
Try to break some ground
Let's aim to make significant progress
Don't grow up and be disappointed in yourself
But we should also not set ourselves up for disappointment by not maturing or developing further
The answer to everything, this is true
There really isn't a single answer to everything
Your roots are the only thing we hang on to
The only constant thing we have is our foundational values
Listen for a while, where you wanna go
Take some time to think about where you truly want to be
Twenty years from now, try to break some ground
Again, looking ahead two decades, aim to make a significant impact
For you will be in my tree, sequoia
And if you stick with me, together we can grow into a great sequoia tree
I was here before ya, for a while, a long, long while
I've been here for a while, longer than you might've thought
Contributed by Reagan I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.