Her critically acclaimed performances are nothing short of spectacular. She runs the gamut from “howling siren” to the performer of ethereal confessional tales, disbanding all concepts of musical tags. It is no wonder she has shared stages with an array of diverse artists such as Annie Lennox, Billy Corgan, Maynard James Keenan, Ryan Adams, Elbow, The Gutter Twins, Snow Patrol, Miles Hunt (The Wonder Stuff), Mark Eitzel, and the legendary James Brown.
Growing up in Wolverhampton, England, Carina, starting from a very young age, always had an affinity towards music and began to follow her musical dreams. Never losing sight of her goals, her determination and passion led to the recording of her first album The First Blood Mystery (2001). Shaped in the erratic but gripping sounds, her love of legends Patti Smith and Jeff Buckley resonates undeniably.
The follow-up and Interscope re-released debut album: The Disconnection (2004) took those influences into much more powerful and personal realms. It landed Carina worldwide exposure in the process, which ultimately brought her career to Los Angeles, California. The relocation proved worthwhile. For Slow Motion Addict (2007), Carina teamed up with notable producer Glen Ballard to create a bewitching and seductive new album. Accompanying the release was a 12-part episodic series that cleverly coincided with each track, creating a visual story for the album. It gave Carina another medium to showcase her artistic ability by acting and starring as the troubled lead character, Maisie Scarlett.
Two years later, Carina self-released the EP Things You Should Know in 2009 that resulted in more critical success, having multiple film & TV shows feature her music as well as multiple radio stations, including KCRW, champion her music. Opportunities came flooding in to work with other artists Carina has admired over the years.
Since 2009 she is also a member of the band Puscifer, the Solo-Project of Tool- and A Perfect Circle-Vocalist Maynard James Keenan, contributing the female and 2nd voice in live shows and on albums of the band. She also sang vocals on The Twilight Singers new album ‘Dynamite Steps’ along with other artists Nick McCabe (The Verve), Mark Lanegan, and Ani DiFranco, among others. In addition to this, Carina moved into the world of composing and writing for film, working with the award winning film composers John Debney and Glen Ballard on a song that was composed for the film Valentine’s Day, writing with Academy Award winner Marco Beltrami, as well as various others.
In one of Carina’s co-writing sessions for film & TV, a band was created called Early Winters with EMI Canadian artist Justin Rutledge, L.A. producer/musician Dan Burns and multi-instrumentalist Zac Rae. The band is an indie rock band with touches of country and folk flare, which draw comparisons to Neko Case and the Swell Season.
All of these projects were an inspirational stepping stone for Carina to completing her newest album Tigermending which was released May 1st 2012 through her label Dehisce. On the new track ‘Got To Go (The L.A Song) features Smashing Pumpkins’ front man Billy Corgan playing guitar and she co-wrote the haunting track ‘The Secret of Drowning’ with the legendary Dave Stewart and Brian Eno.
Comparisons are frequently drawn to PJ Harvey, though Round would contend that she is more directly influenced by Patti Smith.
Discography:
The First Blood Mystery (2001)
The Disconnection (2004)
Slow Motion Addict (2006)
Tigermending (2012)
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Overcome
Carina Round Lyrics
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I could dig it out but I don't
Hear the beginning of morning song
Tripping lightly from night's tongue
City lights fade below me
Black wings spread overhead,
Lover, didn't you know me?
I will open
I will overcome
I will open
Slow my body moves into the future forever
Waiting for the moment of gift
Temper the balance of life and love
Fall and the tightrope chokes
You'll over land and sea
To find a girl, shoot the pearl for one man only
I will overcome
I will open
I will overcome
I will open
I will overcome
I will open
I will overcome
I will open
Black wings spread overhead,
Lover, didn't you know me?
Carina Round's "Overcome" is a song that explores the theme of overcoming obstacles and moving forward. The opening line, "Too many ghosts reside behind this window," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer seems to be haunted by past experiences that they cannot let go of. They acknowledge that they could "dig it out" and confront these ghosts, but they choose not to. Instead, they focus on the new day, listening to the "beginning of morning song" that "trips lightly from night's tongue." The city lights fade below them as they rise above into the sky, spreading their "black wings" overhead.
As the song progresses, the singer seems to imbue themselves with strength and determination. They declare, "I will overcome, I will open," repeating this mantra several times throughout the song. They envision a future where they move forward, waiting for their "moment of gift." They also acknowledge that life and love require balance, likening it to walking on a tightrope where a misstep could lead to a fall that chokes. However, the singer is willing to risk everything, "over land and sea," to find a love that is meant for them alone.
The repeated line, "Black wings spread overhead, lover, didn't you know me?" adds a sense of mystery to the song. It's not entirely clear who the singer is addressing or what exactly the wings represent. However, it's clear that the singer is confident in their own power, symbolized by the spreading of their wings.
Line by Line Meaning
Too many ghosts reside behind this window
This place is haunted by memories, but I am avoiding confronting them.
I could dig it out but I don't
I have the ability to face my fears, but I am choosing not to do it.
Hear the beginning of morning song
I am hearing the first sounds of a hopeful day.
Tripping lightly from night's tongue
The new day's message is one of ease and tranquility.
City lights fade below me
As I rise above the city, the bright lights are starting to disappear.
Black wings spread overhead,
Darkness is creeping up upon me.
Lover, didn't you know me?
Even my closest companions do not truly see who I am.
I will overcome
I am determined to conquer my fears.
I will open
I am willing to be vulnerable and receptive to growth.
Slow my body moves into the future forever
The future often creeps up at a pace that feels slow and tedious.
Waiting for the moment of gift
I am anticipating that a revelation or great opportunity will come soon.
Temper the balance of life and love
I am seeking harmony between my personal relationship and my overall well-being.
Fall and the tightrope chokes
One wrong move will lead to disaster.
You'll over land and sea to find a girl, shoot the pearl for one man only
Love inspires you to travel great lengths and take risks for that one person you truly want.
I will overcome
I will find a way to overcome the challenges I face.
I will open
I will remain open to the possibilities life presents to me.
I will overcome
I will continue to fight through my struggles.
I will open
I will continue to seek out new experiences and possibilities.
I will overcome
I will not let fear or insecurity hold me back.
I will open
I will remain receptive to growth and learning.
Black wings spread overhead,
Darkness looms on the horizon.
Lover, didn't you know me?
Even those closest to me may not fully understand me.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CARINA ROUND
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