1) Cezar is a Romanian-Italian … Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists named Cezar,
1) Cezar is a Romanian-Italian countertenor who represented Romania at Eurovision Song Contest 2013.
2) A Jamaican reggae/soul performer.
1) Born in a family of musicians in Romania, he started playing the piano at the young age of 6. He graduated from the Carmen Sylva Music High School in Ploiesti with high honours. His great passion for jazz determined him to further his solo carrier in piano more thoroughly, with greatly accomplished jazz musicians. At the age of 20 in Milan, he graduated from the Giuseppe Verdi Conservatoire.
In december 2012 Cezar decided to approach the pop opera musical genre, which combines both the operatic and pop opera styles on one stage. His first single, Cinema Paradiso, premiered in Romania on Christmas Eve. In 2013 Cezar collaborated with artists Andrea Bocelli and Angela Gheorghiu, and released a single written especially for him by Vangelis, and one written by HaHaHa production ( Romanian pop music production label). He won the Romanian Eurovision Selectia Nationala with the song "It's My Life" written by Cristian Faur, representing Romania at the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, in May.
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2) Born with Maroon heritage to musically inclined parents Rupert & Sonia Cunningham, Cezar’s father co-founded Ashanti & Bamboo Records in London. The labels produced reggae geared towards the large West Indian population in the UK & aided in fostering & fuelling Europe’s long standing love affair with Jamaican music. At less than a year in age his family returned to Jamaica, concerned about securing their son’s cultural identity. Though the marriage would dissolve by the time Cez was 3, his closeness to his parents remained & he would divide his time between them throughout childhood, spending academic months in Jamaica & holidays in Houston, Texas following his father’s relocation there.
Poring over his father’s record collection as a child he discovered & became hooked on the sounds of Marley, Tosh, Cliff, Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, Armstrong, King Cole, Redding & a myriad of others. The voices on those records were his babysitters while his father was at work, & through their stories & emotions he learned early lessons about life. Considering his lineage, it’s no mystery why Cezar today is already generating more than passing interest with his own stories, emotions & music.
His personal journey musically speaking began while he was at university in the US. Having sung since childhood he joined a fledgling band of talented Jamaican youngsters called ‘Earthvibes’. Though the band’s members – among them Jeffrey Moss Solomon (now of Roots Underground) & Andrew Seaga – also studied outside of Jamaica, they would coalesce on summers to perform at small shows in Kingston. Cez would later go on to teach himself guitar after attending a Lucy Pearl concert & finding a guitar pick that lead singer Raphael Saadiq had thrown into the crowd. “I thought it was a sign” he says, “I still have it”!
After earning a degree in Architecture from Howard University, Cez returned to Jamaica in 2003 & set about achieving his musical goals. It wasn’t till 2004 though that things really began to take shape. In January he impressed audiences playing the feature stage at the Air Jamaica Jazz ‘n’ Blues Festival. His eclectic style & vocal abilities turned heads and opened eyes & ears. His first release ‘Sexyways’ on the ‘Thundaclap’ rhythm garnered much airplay as did the video for the single. With its release on the Greensleeves Records compilation, it was put into rotation on BBC radio’s reggae & dancehall show in the UK. Other releases followed. ‘Knockin’ at your door’ produced by Steven “Gibbo” Gibbs was a bold declaration that he had arrived at the doorstep of the world. He won’t be knocking for long.
‘Lay u down’ yet another release, became, & remains very popular on the international hit ‘Stepz’ rhythm produced by Renaissance Productions. Cezar’s co-production in the form of his guitar playing is also featured on the entire compilation. ‘Stepz’ has launched hit after hit including Sean Paul’s hit single “We’ll be burning”. The collaborative success of ‘Stepz’ continued into Renaissance’s latest hit rhythm – Icebreaka! Once again Cez’s guitar is prominent throughout & his single ‘Irresistible’ is taking his sound deeper into the hearts of those who already love it.
His other collaborators include legendary producer Tony Kelly, Steven ‘Lenky’ Marsden, Flabba, Al’borosie, noted dancehall producer ‘Blaxx’, Stephan Schulmeister of Bush House & producer David Kennedy, with whom the internationally awarded “Keep On” was recorded. It’s a shot to watch! Among his other releases ‘Take the Fall’ produced by Zero Gravity, is a lilting ballad about letting go of one’s fears & giving into the vulnerability of being in love. Lyrically & stylistically it’s a stand out hit in the making. The accompanying video was shot in NYC by directors Nadia Sampson & Tim Naylor & is now broadcast globally on BETJ & VH1 Soul! ‘Wasted Seasons’ another single is the type of song that moves the listener almost to the point of tears lyrically, yet the rhythm structure imposed by producer Andrew “Preggs” Thompson offsets any feelings of darkness. It’s an oxymoron of sorts, like the term ‘new-classic’, but Wasted Seasons is destined to become one.
This singer-songwriter & talented producer in his own right, has made enormous strides in a very short time. He has written for other artists such as Tami Chynn, Wayne Marshall and Machel Montano. That writing ability has gained him second place in world music in the 2006/07 International Songwriting Competition for the masterfully penned ‘Keep On’. Out of 15,000 songs from around the world, Cez’s sole entry has risen to the top of the pile. He is steadily doing the same. With his videos in heavy rotation & regular performances, his fan base continues to grow significantly. He has many new releases – including work on the UNI Japan released ‘Singerz’ album series - & appearances on such events as Air Jamaica Jazz n’ Blues ’04 – ‘07, Bob Marley Caribbean Festival, opening for the late, great, Lucky Dube in Brazil’s Salvador Reggae Fest 07, RE High School Tour, Antigua Splash, Miss Jamaica Florida, the Hon. Portia Simpson-Miller’s Inauguration Ball, Temptation Live, The E-Spot and performances at Weekenz, The Village & other local & international shows
It's My Life
Cezar Lyrics
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Love is so deep
And it makes my life complete
Like a mountain in the sky
Love is high, so high
It's my life and I know it's not forever
It's my life and I'll share it all with you
It's my life, we were meant to be together
Love is so strong
In the heart where you belong
It's a dream, a desire
And is burning like a fire
Love is so deep
And it makes my life complete
Like a mountain in the sky
Love is high, so high
It's my life and I know it's not forever
It's my life and I'll share it all with you
It's my life, we were meant to be together
I'll give my life to you
I'll find my story and fight for my glory of love
It's my life and I know it's not forever
It's my life and I'll share it all with you
It's my life, we were meant to be together
I'll give my life to you
Cezar's song "It's My Life" is a powerful love ballad that tells the story of romantic commitment. In the first verse, the lyrics describe the depth of love and how it can make one's life complete. The use of "blue" as a color choice to paint the world suggests a sense of longing and melancholy that love can bring. The metaphor of a mountain in the sky emphasizes the height and strength of love. The chorus reflects a sense of determination to live life to the fullest and share it with the ones we love. The repetition of "It's my life" suggests a sense of ownership and agency over one's own life, while also recognizing the importance of sharing it with others.
The second verse continues to explore the depth and strength of love, referring to it as a dream, desire, and fire. The lyrics suggest that love is so strong that it belongs in the heart. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the importance of living life fully with those we care about. The bridge introduces the idea of finding one's story and fighting for the glory of love, suggesting that true love is worth fighting for and can lead to a fulfilling life.
Overall, Cezar's song "It's My Life" is a powerful love ballad that emphasizes the importance of living life fully and sharing it with those we care about. The lyrics explore the depth and strength of love and suggest that it is a force that can make life complete, fulfilling, and worth fighting for.
Line by Line Meaning
I can paint my world in blue
I have the power to create my own happiness and the world around me.
Love is so deep
The feeling of love is very strong and profound.
And it makes my life complete
Love brings meaning and fulfillment to my life.
Like a mountain in the sky
Love is a powerful force, constantly present and always soaring.
Love is high, so high
Love is pure, uplifting, and always reaching new heights.
It's my life and I know it's not forever
I realize that life is fleeting and I want to make the most of it.
It's my life and I'll share it all with you
I want to share my life with someone I love.
It's my life, we were meant to be together
I believe that fate has brought us together and we are meant to be.
I'll give my life to you
I am willing to sacrifice everything for the one I love.
Love is so strong
Love is an unbreakable force that endures through all obstacles.
In the heart where you belong
The heart is the true home of love, where it thrives and flourishes.
It's a dream, a desire
Love is not just a feeling, but a deep and burning desire.
And is burning like a fire
Love can inspire us and drive us forward with intense passion.
I'll find my story and fight for my glory of love
I will pursue my own love story and fight for it with everything I have.
Contributed by Christian W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@corinanastase206
Since I know ignorance does not hurt the ignorant but the others around him:
A countertenor is a type of classical male singing voice whose vocal range is equivalent to that of the female contralto or mezzo-soprano voice types.
The countertenor range is generally equivalent to a contralto range, extending from around G3 to D5 or E5, although a sopranist (a specific kind of countertenor) may match the soprano's range of around C4 to C6.
Countertenors often are natural baritones or tenors, but rarely use this vocal range in performance.
Florin Cezar Ouatu (Romanian pronunciation: [floˈrin ˈt͡ʃezar oˈwatu]; born 18 February 1980 is a Romanian opera countertenor, singer and pianist, sometimes known by the stage nicknames "Cezar The Voice [Vocea]" or simply "Cezar".
Son of the late flautist and former teacher at Mozarteum University of Salzburg, Florin Ouatu, he was born into a family of musicians in Ploieşti. Cezar began playing piano at six years of age. He graduated from the "Carmen Sylva" School of Arts in his hometown and the Milan Conservatory. In Italy, Cezar graduated the bel canto classical singing section with maximum mark. He has also studied Baroque music. In 2001, Ouatu was accepted to the Giuseppe Verdi Music Academy in Milan, and graduated in 2004. In the 2003 International Singing Contest Francisco Viñas, he won the "Best Countertenor" prize. Cezar made his professional opera stage debut in 2007 at La Fenice, Venice. He has since appeared in further opera performances in Baroque opera roles.
Ouatu released his first pop-opera single "Cinema Paradiso" on Christmas Eve 2012. In May 2013, Cezar represented Romania in the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song "It's My Life", and finished in 13th place with 65 points at the end of the contest. A week later, on 25 May 2013, he performed alongside Andrea Bocelli and Angela Gheorghiu at Bocelli's concert in Romania at the Romexpo, which led to a collaboration with Vangelis.
@tagirchick
I had expected that someday Romania will send Dracula on Eurovision.
@SuperGilc
Your expectatives became true!
@RisingCorpse
They also did in 2016 but they didnt sadley made it to the scene..
@vladtepestheimpaler8787
:)))))))) good one :)))))))
@Moonbeam143
Dracula is looking fabulous.
@ana-kc6sj
Best comment ive read
@kumkwat3555
Romania is the only country who really understand the values of Eurovision - gay opera vampire, rap yodelling... this is what we need, this is what we want!
@Luke-tt3dt
And a flaming fake piano!
@alexaxy3328
Gay?
@11DNA11
@@alexaxy3328
This is ultra gay.
You can literally search the song with "Romanian gay vampire"