Karpeh was born on January 30, 1993, in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated with a degree in International Affairs from the George Washington University in 2015. Karpeh worked as a real estate agent in New York City for two years and in advertising for a year before pursuing music full-time.
Karpeh learned music production at GW University by remixing beats for friends. His music style is influenced by hip-hop, organic and electronic sounds. He plays multiple instruments including the saxophone, flute, guitar, bass, keyboard and drums.
Known by his stage name Cautious Clay, Karpeh, on September 22, 2017 released "Cold War", the first single from his debut EP Blood Type, which was first released on February 21, 2018, and then re-released on April 13, 2018 with the additional single "Stolen Moments".
Karpeh's second EP Resonance, was first released on May 30, 2018 and then re-released on August 22, 2018 with the additional song "Crowned". His third EP Table of Context, was released on March 27, 2019.
Karpeh played at the 2019 Billy Reid Shindig in Florence, Alabama. He will also feature on the soundtrack of 13 Reasons Why: Season 3 with the song "Swim Home". Swim Home is one of two collaborations with John Mayer, the other is "Carry Me Away", featured on Table of Context.
"Cold War" was sampled on the song "London Boy" for Taylor Swift's seventh studio album Lover (2019).
Juliet & Caesar
Cautious Clay Lyrics
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Push it in hear a shout
Take pen talk about
Fit the role play it out
Down this lonely lane without love
(Without love..)
call a friend fuck it out
We respect only doubt
Cus we falling either ways we down and out...
Chorus:
straight jacket and a hair tie
Subtle gaze with some tight plays
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Meditations holy scars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
Second verse:
She had a 4 pillars
She never fell to far from a tree
Chief good broke hearts
Nice top
She never felt so lost
in the woods she went
Calling shots through a storm
She made
Snatching all the souls
Melo-drama to the road she paved
Chorus:
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Hard stare when you know they care
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Lacking patience in the stars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree in showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
The lyrics of Cautious Clay's "Juliet & Caesar" explore themes of love, vulnerability, and the struggles that come with relationships. In the first verse, the singer describes the challenges of navigating love, using vivid imagery and wordplay. "Push it in hear a shout" suggests a passionate and intense connection, while "Take pen talk about, Fit the role play it out" symbolizes the need for communication and understanding in a relationship. The line "Down this lonely lane without love" signifies the loneliness and emptiness that can result from a lack of love.
The chorus further delves into the complexities of the relationship. The mention of a "straight jacket" and "subtle gaze" implies a struggle to conform to societal expectations while maintaining a sense of individuality. "Meditations holy scars on you" suggests that the experiences and challenges faced by both the singer and their partner have shaped them, leaving lasting marks on their souls.
The second verse introduces the character of Juliet, who is portrayed as strong and resilient, represented by the line "She had 4 pillars, She never fell too far from a tree." However, she is also depicted as someone who has experienced heartbreak and feelings of being lost. The line "in the woods she went, Calling shots through a storm" implies that she has experienced difficult times but has persevered.
Overall, the song explores the complexities and contradictions of love, showcasing both the struggles and the moments of connection and understanding that can be found within relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Push it in hear a shout
Take action and listen for a response
Take pen talk about
Express your thoughts and have a conversation
Fit the role play it out
Assume a specific role and act accordingly
Down this lonely lane without love
Feeling lost and lonely without love
(Without love..)
Call a friend fuck it out
Reach out to a friend and talk it out
Honesty is still the route
Being honest is still the best approach
We respect only doubt
We only value uncertainty
Cus we falling either ways we down and out...
Because we're failing no matter what, we feel defeated
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Feeling trapped and restrained
Subtle gaze with some tight plays
Looking closely and making calculated moves
I'm rubber necking hard for you
I'm intensely interested and observing closely for you
Meditations holy scars on you
Deep reflections have left their mark on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Depressed and negative energies that consume me
Crown Pedigree showing me whole
Recognizing my worth and feeling complete
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Seeking the experiences that Juliet understands
Caesar once had a plan too
Even powerful figures like Caesar had their own plans
She had a 4 pillars
She had a strong foundation
She never fell to far from a tree
She never strayed too far from her roots
Chief good broke hearts
Being the leader of good caused heartbreak
Nice top
Looking good
She never felt so lost
She had never felt this lost before
In the woods she went
She ventured into the unknown
Calling shots through a storm
Taking control in difficult times
She made
She succeeded
Snatching all the souls
Influencing and captivating people
Melo-drama to the road she paved
Creating dramatic situations in the path she chose
Hard stare when you know they care
Intense gaze when you're aware they care
Lacking patience in the stars on you
Impatiently waiting for your potential to shine
Crown Pedigree in showing me whole
Recognizing my worth and feeling complete
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Seeking the experiences that Juliet understands
Caesar once had a plan too
Even powerful figures like Caesar had their own plans
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JOSHUA ALEXANDER DINGUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Beats and Guitars
First verse]
Push it in hear a shout
Take pen talk about
Fit the role play it out
Down this lonely lane without love
(Without love..)
Call a friend fuck it out
Honesty is still the route
We respect only doubt
Cus we falling either ways we down and out...
[Chorus]
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Subtle gaze with some tight plays
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Meditations holy scars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
[Second verse]
She had a 4 pillars
She never fell to far from a tree
Chief good broke hearts
Nice top
She never felt so lost
In the woods she went
Calling shots through a storm
She made
Snatching all the souls
Melo-drama to the road she paved
[Chorus]
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Hard stare when you know they care
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Lacking patience in the stars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree in showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
GNVDY
This has been on repeat for the past 3 weeks!
E Moreno
Wow just wow! This is absolutely amazing! You guys keep going! Your music is going to reach the sky!! Please don’t ever stop making beautiful music like this!
Amanda G
Your music is gonna go places. Keep it up! 🤩
TattedDownJah
This shit goes hard I never comment on nothing and I just stumbled across your music shits official
Beats and Guitars
First verse]
Push it in hear a shout
Take pen talk about
Fit the role play it out
Down this lonely lane without love
(Without love..)
Call a friend fuck it out
Honesty is still the route
We respect only doubt
Cus we falling either ways we down and out...
[Chorus]
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Subtle gaze with some tight plays
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Meditations holy scars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
[Second verse]
She had a 4 pillars
She never fell to far from a tree
Chief good broke hearts
Nice top
She never felt so lost
In the woods she went
Calling shots through a storm
She made
Snatching all the souls
Melo-drama to the road she paved
[Chorus]
Straight jacket and a hair tie
Hard stare when you know they care
I'm rubber necking hard for you
Lacking patience in the stars on you
Sullen energies to fill up my soul
Crown Pedigree in showing me whole
Dive for the moments Juliet knows
Caesar once had a plan too
Ashley, Nicole
Love it!!
Jasean Young
I love his music
Isaac Bills
Your music is absolutely the best
Cliche Guevara
One of the hardest beats I've ever heard in my life.
I don't even know.
They'll easily get huge if they keep up the smooth alternative sound