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
Keep on Trying
Cezar Lyrics
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Some people got bad hands, some people got aces
Some people got diamonds, some people got spades still
The world keeps moving on
You got the kings and queens and jacks of all trades
And the rest make up the numbers trying to get paid
They could be working as a pair or as a group cooperating
And some just doing wrong
Drinking and living it up
Nah no time fi thinking
If the money ever done they'll be be quickly sinking
But they just keep grooving on
No matter who you are
You, you′ve got to, just got to keep on trying
And keep...
Doing your best with the hand that you get
And don't give up that fight
No no no you,
Can't stop, you can′t weep, can′t keep on crying
Just keep... doing your best
You know life is a test
It's gonna be alright
Some people living in a full house with one bag a yutes
Making it end to mouth end
You know that′s the truth
But the love inna dem heart is a food substitute
And dem mek it all through
How about you
If you born without a gold spoon
There's no time to waste
′Cause the road is rocky
And winding make haste
While you bending them corners
My yutes you stay straight
And just hold the faith
You'll make it through the gate
Don′t get lost inna the crush
If you stumble don't drop
Don't you flush all your dreams if your journey get stuff
At the ending of the day is jah face we going touch
And he knows the flop
So you don′t give up
No you...
You′ve got to, just got to keep on trying
And keep...
Doing your best with the hand that you get
And don't give up that fight
No no no you,
Can′t stop, you can't weep, can′t keep on crying
Just keep... doing your best
You know life is a test
It's gonna be alright
I know how you feel (feeling)
Most never get a fair deal (deal)
Yuh haffi fight or beg borrow steal (steal)
And it′s so hard just to get a good meal (yeah)
Yeah eh
Know all you want
Is a fair chance to get to the top (top)
You have to keep on climbing non-stop
Full-stop, full-stop
Oh ah
Oh oh you,
You've got to, just got to keep on trying
And keep...
Doing your best with the hand that you get
And don't give up that fight
No no no you,
Can′t stop, you can′t weep, can't keep on crying
Just keep... doing your best
You know life is a test
It′s gonna be alright
You, you've got to, just got to keep on trying
And keep...
Doing your best with the hand that you get
And don′t give up that fight
No no no you,
Can't stop, you can′t, weep can't keep on crying
Just keep... doing your best
You know life is a test
It's gonna be alright
By Marta :)
The lyrics to Cezar's song "Keep On Trying" speak to the struggles of life and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. The song starts off by describing the game of life, where some people are dealt good hands while others are not so lucky. Despite this, the world keeps moving on, leaving everyone to play the cards they were given. The lyrics mention various cards and symbols, such as kings, queens, jacks, spades, and clubs, to illustrate the diversity of people and situations in life.
The chorus urges listeners to keep on trying and to do their best with the hand they were dealt. The lyrics acknowledge that life is a test, one that can be difficult and unfair at times, but ultimately, it will be alright. The second verse shifts focus to those who are less fortunate and have to struggle to make ends meet. The lyrics suggest that even in these tough circumstances, love can be a substitute for food, highlighting the power of human connection and resilience.
Overall, the message of the song is one of hope and perseverance. No matter what challenges life throws your way or how unfair your hand may seem, you must keep on trying and doing your best.
Line by Line Meaning
Well in the game of life let me tell you what the case is
In life, some people are dealt bad cards, while others are dealt good ones.
Some people got bad hands, some people got aces
Some people get unlucky breaks, while others seem to have everything go their way.
Some people got diamonds, some people got spades still
Some people are privileged, while others are not.
The world keeps moving on
Despite the differences between people, the world continues to turn.
You got the kings and queens and jacks of all trades
There are people with a diverse range of skills and abilities.
And the rest make up the numbers trying to get paid
Most people are just trying to make a living.
They could be working as a pair or as a group cooperating
People may work together to achieve their goals.
And some just doing wrong
However, there are also those who do not follow the rules.
You have the joker an′ have the club but him just pretending
Some people may pretend to be something they are not.
Drinking and living it up
These people may just waste their time enjoying themselves instead of working.
Nah no time fi thinking
They may not be thinking about the future or consequences of their actions.
If the money ever done they'll be be quickly sinking
These people will struggle when they run out of money.
But they just keep grooving on
Despite the potential difficulties, people continue living their lives.
No matter who you are
Everyone experiences challenges in life.
You, you′ve got to, just got to keep on trying
To succeed in life, you need to keep trying.
And keep... Doing your best with the hand that you get
Strive to do your best despite the challenges you may face.
And don't give up that fight
It's important not to give up when things get tough.
Can't stop, you can′t weep, can′t keep on crying
Don't dwell on failure or setbacks, keep pushing through.
You know life is a test
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate.
It's gonna be alright
However, with perseverance and hard work, things will eventually work out.
Some people living in a full house with one bag a yutes
Some people may have a lot of mouths to feed despite their means.
Making it end to mouth end
These people may struggle to make ends meet.
You know that′s the truth
This is an unfortunate reality for some.
But the love inna dem heart is a food substitute
However, they may find happiness and contentment despite their struggles.
And dem mek it all through
They manage to get by despite their hardships.
How about you
Have you faced similar challenges in life?
If you born without a gold spoon
If you're not born into privilege.
There's no time to waste
You need to work hard to achieve your goals.
′Cause the road is rocky
The path to success is never easy.
And winding make haste
Move quickly and don't lose sight of your goals.
While you bending them corners
Despite facing challenges, keep moving forward.
My yutes you stay straight
Stay on the right path and don't give up.
And just hold the faith
Have faith in yourself and your abilities.
You'll make it through the gate
You will eventually achieve your goals.
Don′t get lost inna the crush
Don't lose yourself in the crowd.
If you stumble don't drop
If you face challenges, don't give up.
Don't you flush all your dreams if your journey get stuff
Don't give up on your dreams if you hit a roadblock.
At the ending of the day is jah face we going touch
At the end of the day, we will all face judgment.
And he knows the flop
The outcome is not in our hand, only God knows what will happen.
I know how you feel (feeling)
I understand how challenging life can be.
Most never get a fair deal (deal)
Many people face difficulties beyond their control.
Yuh haffi fight or beg borrow steal (steal)
Some may have to resort to extremes to achieve their goals.
And it′s so hard just to get a good meal (yeah)
Some struggle to provide even basic necessities for themselves or their families.
Know all you want
I understand that everyone wants to succeed.
Is a fair chance to get to the top (top)
Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed.
You have to keep on climbing non-stop
You need to keep pushing forward to achieve your goals.
Full-stop, full-stop
Don't let anything stop you from achieving your goals.
Oh ah
Keep up the good work and stay motivated.
Writer(s): Cunningham Cezar Rupert, Kennedy Dave
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
K. B.
Tyle lat minęło od wydania tego remixu a nadal brzmi jak nowy. Takiej muzyki, już nie będzie
hn.
Dokładnie.. ja to się cieszę że się jeszcze załapałem na takie kawałki.. :)
Fabio Eduardo
2020 !!! ALGUÉM ? SAUDADES ENERGIA 97 ! SPENCER & HILLL MANDA MUITO !
Erd!s4
2020 & forever this track bro
Ral Fotografias
De onde eles são?
Albatroz
2023
mahonek
Kurwa ale piękna piosenka
Paweł z Bochni
Nom, zajebista
patryk gawron
dobre
fajne
najlepsze
Marcin Doomi
przejmujemy ją :D