The brainchild of guitarist, songwriter and producer Sam Vallen, CALIGULA'S HORSE - initially composed of just Vallen and vocalist Jim Grey - released its digital debut “Moments From Ephemeral City” in April 2011, and received instant acclaim from lovers of all strains of progressive music across many continents. Originally intended as a studio-only project, Vallen and Grey put out feelers for a live band soon after the album's release, assembling the current lineup of Geoff Irish on drums, Zac Greensill on guitar and Dave Couper on bass and vocals.
CALIGULA’S HORSE's approach to songwriting is uncompromisingly eclectic, but no less accessible to audiences of all different musical styles. They take influence from such bands and artists as Devin Townsend, Pain Of Salvation, Opeth, Meshuggah, Porcupine Tree, Steve Vai, Frost, Periphery, Karnivool, Muse, Steely Dan, The Beatles, and Frank Zappa amongst many others.
After months of rehearsing the recorded material, and also recording two additional tracks as the “Colossus” EP - released in September of 2011 - the “C-HORSE”, as some devotees like to abbreviate it to kicked off with live shows in October 2011. These are early days for a diverse and enthusiastic bunch of young virtuosos, but 2012 looks to be the breakout year for CALIGULA’S HORSE.
Caligula's Horse is:
Jim Grey - Lead Vocals
Sam Vallen - Guitar, Programming, Production, Mixing
Dale Prinsse - Bass
Josh Griffin - Drums
Undergrowth
Caligula's Horse Lyrics
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Weary feet, both hers and mine
Patience never fails
Still waiting on that hand of time
She′s taught to understand, oh
Never learned to comprehend
Patiently she leads me
She breathes life to the heart of me
All of the worlds she's seen
Begging her please, oh, please
Let me breathe
Where there′s love I'll feed it
It was all I needed
In her hands I'm healing
Where there′s love I′ll be
Nestled in her skin, I
I fade to fragile in her hands
Let me stay a while
I see clearer through her eyes
She breathes life to the heart of me, yeah
Where there's love I′ll feed it
It was all I needed
In her hands I'm healing
Where there′s love I'll be
"Undergrowth" by Caligula's Horse is a song about the deep connection between two individuals who find solace in each other's love. The lyrics describe a woman who leads the singer through a metaphorical undergrowth, providing him with guidance and support as they travel together. The woman's patience and understanding is unwavering, and the singer recognizes her ability to breathe life into his heart and lift him up when he feels weighed down. She is his healer, his guide, and his love.
The underlying theme of "Undergrowth" is the power of love and the transformative effect it can have on a person's life. The woman in the song represents the idea that love can conquer all obstacles and provide a sense of purpose and direction, even in the face of life's difficulties. The singer recognizes the profound impact that the woman has had on him, as he fades to fragile in her hands and feels a deep sense of clarity when he's with her.
Overall, "Undergrowth" is a testament to the strength of love, and the idea that true companionship can help us navigate life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Through undergrowth she calls
She beckons me through the thick brush towards her
Weary feet, both hers and mine
We're both tired from the journey to find each other
Patience never fails
We've both been waiting for each other for some time but remain patient
Still waiting on that hand of time
We're waiting for fate to bring us together
She's taught to understand, oh
She's learned to comprehend the world and its ways
Never learned to comprehend
Despite her understanding, there are still things she can't make sense of
Patiently she leads me
She guides me with calmness and serenity
Catch me weightless by her side
I feel free and light when I'm with her
She breathes life to the heart of me
Her presence fills me with vitality and joy
All of the worlds she's seen
She has seen and experienced so much of the world and its wonders
Begging her please, oh, please
I'm imploring her to allow me to stay with her
Let me breathe
Allow me to simply exist and enjoy this moment with her
Where there's love I'll feed it
I will nourish and sustain love wherever I find it
It was all I needed
Love is the only thing I require to be content
In her hands I'm healing
She has the power to make me feel better and whole
Nestled in her skin, I
I feel safe and protected when I'm close to her
I fade to fragile in her hands
I become vulnerable and delicate when I'm with her
Let me stay a while
I want to spend more time in her company
I see clearer through her eyes
Her perspective and insight help me to understand the world in a different way
Where there's love I'll be
As long as there is love in the world, I will always be there to nurture and cherish it
Writer(s): James Grey, Samuel Vallen
Contributed by Lillian K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.