Candice Sand has followed an interesting road leading her from her tiny hometown of Melville, Saskatchewan to Toronto, Ontario. She began singing at 8 years old when she sang a solo (“Puff the Magic Dragon”) in an elementary school play. Continuing on throughout her childhood, she received numerous singing awards and constant encouragement from teachers and mentors. Eventually, her love for music carried her to Brandon University’s Faculty of Music where she studied Opera, and later to Grant MacEwan College’s Vocal Performance program (in Edmonton, Alberta) where she studied Jazz and all contemporary styles of music (Pop, R&B, Rock, Blues, Country).
After graduation, Candice relocated to Toronto with the aim of fully immersing herself in the Canadian music industry. She immediately began performing throughout the GTA and soon enough she decided she wanted her own voice to be heard. She began writing with several songwriters from all over Canada and the US (Toronto, Vancouver, Newfoundland, Nashville, and Los Angeles).
Late in 2012 Candice received two “Demo & Commercially Released Single” grants from FACTOR Canada and she immediately teamed up with the Grammy/Juno nominated multiplatinum writing and production team Kuya Productions Inc (know best for their work with multiplatinum Canadian R&B artist JRDN).
Together, Candice and the Kuya Productions team dedicated 2013 to co-writing and recording her debut EP. They released Candice’s debut single “I Got This” on iTunes in April 2013, paired with the release of the official lyric video (April 2013) and official music video (July 2013). The videos received thousands of views and following a tremendous amount of positive feedback from fans and industry professionals.
As they move forward, they are busy planning the marketing and release of the debut EP #AgainstConcreteWalls (July 2014). Most recently, they released Candice's 2nd single from the forthcoming EP (“Go On” ft JRDN), paired with the release of the official music video supported by MuchFact/MuchMusic. The video is currently being featured on MuchMusic.com and aired on Juicebox TV.
The EP is set for release July 29th and there is a lot more on the way leading up to it. Stay tuned and watch out for this girl… so much more to come!
“On a very basic level, we’re all human right? We’re all wanting to relate… to each other, to thoughts, to experiences. To me ‘relating’ is a comfort. Comfort in knowing you’re not alone in those thoughts and experiences. I want my listeners to relate to my music and my words because if they do, then we relate to each other. Then, in a sense, we keep each other company. Isn’t that a nice thought?”
~ Candice Sand
Sites: YouTube.
Go On
Candice Sand Lyrics
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So tired of knocking on the door
Sick of staring at the floor
Tryin' hard to lift your head up
Keep holding out for something more
So tired of always hearing no
And tryin hard to be strong
When everyday you're getting' beat up
Pre-Chorus:
It's so easy to
Give up and be through
But there's a winner in you
So what you need to do is get up and go on
Chorus:
We can do anything
It's never gonna be the same
When you're trying to reach your dreams
When you get knocked down get up and go on
We can do anything
It's never gonna be the same
When we're trying to reach our dreams
When we get knocked down get up and go on
Verse 2:
Bills are comin ‘everyday
But you ain't got enough to pay
Tryin so hard to save up
But you can never get ahead
When everything is goin' wrong
Come and listen to this song
Cause we all need a helping hand
Sometimes to keep on holding on
Pre-Chorus:
It's so easy to
Give up and be through
But there's a winner in you
So what you need to do is get up and go on
Chorus:
We can do anything
It's never gonna be the same
When you're trying to reach your dreams
When you get knocked down get up and go on
We can do anything
It's never gonna be the same
When we're trying to reach our dreams
When we get knocked down get up and go on
Bridge:
Hear that cry deep inside
Can't deny makes you try for the finish (Oh I'll see you at the finish)
Things can change rearrange
All the pain falls away in one minute (In one minute)
Fix your eyes to the sky
On the prize of your life you can win it (Oh I know that you can win it)
Please know you can win it
Chorus (out):
(ad libs:
On and on and on
Don't waste a minute
Fight the finish
You can win it
When you get knocked down get up and go on
When you get knocked down get up and go on
Don't waste a minute
Fight the finish
You can win it
When you get knocked down get up and go on)
The song "Go On" by Candice Sand is a motivational anthem that emphasizes the importance of perseverance even when life becomes challenging. The opening verse highlights the struggle of constantly facing rejection and hardships despite efforts to keep going. With lyrics like "So tired of always hearing no" and "tryin hard to be strong," the singer demonstrates the emotional toll of repeatedly failing to achieve one's goals. However, the pre-chorus serves as a reminder that there is a winner inside each of us. The chorus then follows with an uplifting message of hope and resilience. No matter how many times we get knocked down, we can always get back up and continue to chase our dreams.
In the second verse, the song shifts focus to financial struggles. The singer describes the difficulty of trying to save money while also struggling to make ends meet. The message here is that no matter what the obstacle, we can all benefit from a helping hand. The pre-chorus repeats once again, encouraging listeners to keep pushing forward in the face of adversity. And the chorus continues to serve as a reminder that we are all capable of achieving greatness with determination and hard work. In the final bridge, the song ends on a more optimistic note, offering the listener words of encouragement and hope.
Overall, "Go On" is an inspiring song with an uplifting message that is sure to motivate anyone facing tough times. It is a reminder that no matter how hard life becomes, we can all overcome obstacles and achieve our dreams if we just keep pushing forward.
Line by Line Meaning
So tired of knocking on the door
Feeling exhausted from constantly trying to achieve something.
Sick of staring at the floor
Feeling hopeless and defeated.
Tryin' hard to lift your head up
Struggling to find motivation and positivity.
Keep holding out for something more
Believing that there is something better out there.
So tired of always hearing no
Feeling rejected and discouraged.
And tryin hard to be strong
Putting in effort to stay resilient.
When everyday you're getting' beat up
Feeling overwhelmed and defeated on a daily basis.
But you gotta keep marching on
Pushing through the hardships and continuing to move forward.
It's so easy to
Acknowledging that giving up is a tempting option.
Give up and be through
Feeling like there is no point in continuing to try.
But there's a winner in you
Encouraging the listener to remember their inherent strength and resilience.
So what you need to do is get up and go on
Urging the listener to persevere and continue working towards their goals despite obstacles.
We can do anything
Encouraging the listener to believe in their own abilities.
It's never gonna be the same
Reminding the listener that change is possible and that their circumstances can improve.
When you're trying to reach your dreams
Speaking specifically about pursuing one's goals and aspirations.
When you get knocked down get up and go on
Encouraging the listener to keep going despite setbacks and challenges.
Bills are comin ‘everyday
Referencing the struggles of financial instability.
But you ain't got enough to pay
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed with financial burdens.
Tryin so hard to save up
Working diligently towards financial stability and security.
But you can never get ahead
Feeling stuck in a cycle of financial hardship.
When everything is goin' wrong
Feeling like everything in life is falling apart.
Come and listen to this song
Inviting the listener to find solace and comfort in the music.
Cause we all need a helping hand
Acknowledging that everyone needs support and assistance at times.
Sometimes to keep on holding on
Referencing the importance of perseverance and resilience in difficult times.
Hear that cry deep inside
Encouraging the listener to listen to their inner voice and intuition.
Can't deny makes you try for the finish (Oh I'll see you at the finish)
Feeling motivated to keep pushing and working towards their goals.
Things can change rearrange
Reminding the listener that their circumstances can improve and shift over time.
All the pain falls away in one minute (In one minute)
Suggesting that the hardships and struggles of life can dissipate quickly.
Fix your eyes to the sky
Encouraging the listener to remain optimistic.
On the prize of your life you can win it (Oh I know that you can win it)
Reiterating the message of perseverance and the belief in one's own abilities.
Don't waste a minute
Urging the listener to make the most of their time and opportunities.
Fight the finish
Encouraging the listener to keep fighting for their goals until the end.
You can win it
Reiterating the message of perseverance and the belief in one's own abilities.
Contributed by Charlie O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lisa Sand
Beautiful, inspiring and empowering!! I love it! Candice has such incredible talent and grace!
Candice Sand
Thank you so much <3
Dan Curtis Thompson
Great song and video! Candice Sand is a triumph!
Candice Sand
Thank you so very much!
Sandpaper Studio
This song is SO good, and so inspiring. Gorgeous video 💖
Candice Sand
Thank you so much :)
Katie
Wow I'm surprised this doesn't have more views!! Amazing song!! You're a beautiful girl Candice! :)
Candice Sand
Thank you so much for the encouraging and kind words <3 appreciated!
avestani
Wonderful song so beautifully performed. Love it!!!
Candice Sand
Thank you so much! So greatly appreciated! More on my channel as well if you are interested in checking out more! youtube.com/CandiceSand New music coming this fall!