In 1991 Clepsydra released their first album "Hologram", which was followed by the EP "Fly Man" in 1993. Clepsydra then signed to InsideOut, who released their second album "More Grains of Sand" in 1994. This CD included the song Moonshine on Heights, which by many is regarded as neo-prog classic. 1994 also saw them performing two songs on national Swiss TV, a rare occurrence for a progressive rock band at that time.
In 1998 Clepsydra released their third album "Fears", the first album with Marco Cerulli on guitar. In the wake of the album release Clepsydra had a 10 day long European tour and was booked for a concert in Canada on the strength of this production. In 2001 the band released "Alone" with Nicola De Vita on bass. This album came with 3 different album covers: "The Chicken", "The Octopus" and "The Fish".
Following these four albums Clepsydra entered a state of hiatus. At this point they had established themselves as a popular entity among fans of neo-progressive rock, and they were often compared to the likes of Jadis, IQ and Fish-era Marillion. In 2013 Clepsydra announced they were reuniting, with Andy Thommen back on bass guitar and a reunion tour scheduled for 2014. A 4 CD box set limited to 1’000 pieces is on pre-order as of November 2013 to be shipped early 2014 featuring all 4 albums meticulously re-mastered with an hour of additional bonus material and unreleased material.
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Fearless
Clepsydra Lyrics
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All kind of glimmer, all kind of fight
Hands up! I want your heart!
You know I‘m joking! It‘s just the start!
No way to put the fear of God into me
One for the road and we‘ll be free
You try driving me to tears
I am showing through the starry night
All kind of glimmer, all kind of fight
Hands up high! I want your heart!
You know I‘m joking! It‘s just the start!
Don‘t you see we want more?
All that we want is to get to the break
Don‘t you see we want more?
All that we want is to get to the break
Once again, please play me the fool
At the end I think it‘s me the rule
Please don‘t tell me I have to take no risk
I want much less than a compact disk
And they say we are simply careless
I think our mood is just fearless
Don‘t you see I want just more?
Can‘t you see that heaven anymore?
...telling the truth: I‘m still...
I‘m still afraid!
The lyrics to Clepsydra's song Fearless revolve around the theme of fearlessness and bravado, but also hint at an underlying fear hiding beneath the surface. The first two lines set the scene for what's to come - a starry night full of glimmers and fights. The next lines seem to address the listener directly, with a playful dare to put their hands up and to give their heart. The singer then hints that they're joking, but it's just the beginning - suggesting that they're ready to dive into whatever adventure or challenge lies ahead.
The chorus repeats the first two lines, emphasizing the idea that there's a sense of anticipation for something more. They want to break free and push themselves further. The third verse starts with a plea, almost a warning not to underestimate the singer, telling them that driving to tears won't work. The chorus repeats once again, building on the idea that they're seeking an escape from the mundane and the routine.
While the chorus sounds light and upbeat, the bridge reveals a more vulnerable side. The singer admits that they're still afraid, despite their bravado. They want more, but they're scared to take risks. The song presents a dichotomy between the fearless facade and the underlying fear that drives it, making Fearless a layered and complex piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
I am showing through the starry night
I am revealing myself through the darkness of the night sky
All kind of glimmer, all kind of fight
I shine brightly, symbolizing my courage and determination to fight for what I want
Hands up! I want your heart!
I'm demanding your full attention and passion towards our shared goal
You know I‘m joking! It‘s just the start!
I'm just teasing and getting started, we have a long way to go
No way to put the fear of God into me
I won't be intimidated or scared into submission
One for the road and we‘ll be free
We just need one more push to break free from the chains holding us back
You try driving me to tears
You're attempting to make me break down emotionally
You know I‘m talking... it‘s just the fear!
I'm not actually crying, it's just the fear holding me back
Don‘t you see we want more?
Can't you see we're not satisfied with the status quo?
All that we want is to get to the break
Our ultimate desire is to reach a point of liberation from constraints and limitations
Once again, please play me the fool
I'm willing to risk looking foolish in order to achieve my goals
At the end I think it‘s me the rule
I believe that I will ultimately be victorious and in charge
Please don‘t tell me I have to take no risk
I don't want to hear that taking risks is unnecessary
I want much less than a compact disk
My ambitions are greater than just obtaining material possessions
And they say we are simply careless
Others may view us as reckless, but we are simply unafraid to take risks
I think our mood is just fearless
I believe that our mindset is characterized by fearlessness
Can‘t you see that heaven anymore?
Don't you remember our ultimate goal or dream?
...telling the truth: I‘m still...
To be honest, I'm still feeling hesitant or scared
I‘m still afraid!
Despite my bravado, I'm still struggling with fear and uncertainty
Contributed by Carter G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.