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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No Place for Flowers
Clepsydra Lyrics
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Talk to me, I feel no pain
I am in a hall, down, somewhere in my mind
Playing games with something not so kind
Come to me, you lightning foe
Play with me, open the door
I am waiting for the day getting brighter
I might not be so strong
But I'm trying... and don't tell me it's wrong
It burns my life, needs my love, it takes more time
To see the light, would you mind to be my sight?
It burns in my mind, need my love, it takes more time
To see the light, would you mind to be my sight?
Take my hand, I've got some hours
Don't be afraid if there's no place for flowers
Please tune my mind
Touch my nose
Paint my pain
Colour my eyes
Let me see through the sight of my life
Touch me, it's me again!
Feel me, it's me again and again!
I am in the light, it won't hurt me this time
This time with you, this time so fine
Come to me, you lightning foe
Play with me, open the door
I am waiting for the day getting brighter
Standing here feeling your perfume
I might not be so strong
You might be a real good friend
Reaching out an open hand
Don't be afraid if there's no place for flowers
Please tune my mind
Touch my nose
Paint my pain
Colour my eyes
Let me see through the sight of my life
Feel the warmth, feel the haze
Don't wonder if there are no flowers in this place
The song "No Place for Flowers" by Clepsydra is a melancholic and introspective piece about facing personal demons and the struggle to overcome them. The lyrics speak of a person who is trapped in their mind, playing games with something that isn't so kind. The use of language like "lightning foe” suggests that this could be a battle with depression or anxiety, something that strikes suddenly and without warning. The singer of the song is calling out for help, asking for someone to come to their aid as they seek to find the light and to escape the darkness they are in.
The lyrics continue with a sense of desperation, with the singer acknowledging that they may not be so strong but that they are trying to overcome whatever it is that is holding them back. There is a sense of burnout and exhaustion throughout the song, with the lines "It burns my life, needs my love, it takes more time" and "To see the light, would you mind to be my sight?" highlighting the difficulty of this uphill battle. However, there is still hope offered in the song, with the singer asking for help and reaching out to a friend who might be able to help them on their journey.
The song is a poignant and emotional one, offering a raw and sincere look at the difficulties of facing mental health issues. It speaks to the struggles that so many people face each day and offers hope that with the support of others, we can find our way out of the darkness and into the light.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at me, I feel no shame
I am confident in who I am, and I am not afraid to show it.
Talk to me, I feel no pain
I am able to handle any difficult conversation without feeling hurt or uncomfortable.
I am in a hall, down, somewhere in my mind
I am lost in my own thoughts and struggling to find my way back.
Playing games with something not so kind
I am fighting against a difficult challenge, and it is not easy.
Come to me, you lightning foe
Approach me, difficult challenge that I must face.
Play with me, open the door
Help me overcome this challenge by unlocking the path to success.
I am waiting for the day getting brighter
I am hoping for a better future and an end to my struggles.
Standing here feeling your perfume
I am aware of your presence and the help you may bring.
It burns my life, needs my love, it takes more time
This struggle is taking a toll on me, and it requires my full effort and dedication to overcome.
To see the light, would you mind to be my sight?
Will you help guide me towards success, even though it may be difficult?
Take my hand, I’ve got some hours
Join me in this challenge, even if there is limited time to overcome it.
Don't be afraid if there's no place for flowers
Do not worry about the small things, focus on what really matters and what can bring success.
Please tune my mind
Help me focus and think clearly.
Touch my nose
Remind me to pay attention to the small details.
Paint my pain
Help me express and deal with my emotional turmoil.
Colour my eyes
Help me see the world in a new light and with a fresh perspective.
Let me see through the sight of my life
Help me find my purpose and the path to success in my unique journey.
Feel the warmth, feel the haze
Embrace the challenges and also the positive emotions that come with them.
Don’t wonder if there are no flowers in this place
Do not worry about the lack of beauty or perfection, and focus on achieving the important goals.
Contributed by Anthony N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.