The band's founder and singer Craig Minowa has a degree in Environmental Science, and his environmental, political, and social awareness is reflected in much of Cloud Cult's music. (Note: Craig Minowa actually has stated he intentionally doesn't sing about environmental awareness because he lives it...he doesn't need to preach it) The band's self-created non-profit record label, Earthology Records, uses the most environmentally friendly methods available to ensure minimum damage to the environment.
After two solo LP's, The Shade Project (1995), and Who Killed Puck? (2000), Minowa's sudden loss of his two-year-old son and subsequent separation from his wife, Cloud Cult emerged with They Live On The Sun in 2003, combining concepts of Minowa with performances by cellist Sarah Young and drummer Dan Greenwood, who shortly became members of the band. This album was deeply personal and painful album for Cloud Cult and you don't often hear songs from it in concert.
Minowa continued to use music to cope with the loss of his son on the following album Aurora Borealis. This album did begin to branch out more into exploration of pain and loss instead of just feeling it.
Minowa reunited with his wife, and the next album is widely considered their crowning achievement. Advice From The Happy Hippopotamus involved collaboration from a variety of musicians and has garnered praise from critics, even being acclaimed as "a work of insane genius". This album is capped off with the "happy-go-lucky" song, Lucky Today. This album was selected by esurance to be animated into a commercial. This was a contest for the most environmentally sound band because esurance labels themselves as the paperless insurance provider.
On April 10th 2007 Cloud Cult officially released their sixth LP, The Meaning of 8 (although it was available for sale online in late January): the first single was titled "Take Your Medicine." In April 2008, the band followed it with Feel Good Ghosts.
In 2009 band announced a break till 2010, though they released limited re-releases of their albums Lost Songs from the Lost Years, They Live on the Sun and Aurora Borealis (the last two as a double-disc).
Their concerts are certainly a sight to be seen. Along with Minowa on Guitars (and other fun things), they have got bass, drums, violin and cello. There are two official band members who actually do very little music during the shows; Minowa's wife Connie and Scott are painters. They create original works of art during the show (breaking only occasionally to sing or sometimes Scott plays Trumpet). Then, at the end of the show, they silent auction these paintings off to the highest bidder.
Their official website is www.cloudcult.com.
The Show Starts Now
Cloud Cult Lyrics
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If God is now and everywhere, why's it so hard to find?
I wanna be the guy who lives in the moment, not so lost in my mind
So I guess my show starts now. My show starts now
Grandma said it don't matter where we go to or come from
She said, worry about what you're made to do not what you're made of
They say we're made of chaos. I say we're made of love
The lyrics of Cloud Cult's "The Show Starts Now" speaks of embracing the present, living in the moment and discovering one's purpose. The lyrics, "The physicist and the mystic say there's no such thing as time. If God is now and everywhere, why's it so hard to find?" questions the concept of time and existence, adding a philosophical and existential tone to the song. The lyrics suggest that time is not a tangible commodity and that we should focus on the present moment rather than getting lost in our thoughts or anxiety about the past or future.
The last verse of the song is particularly emotional and provides a poignant conclusion to the song's message. The lyrics, "They say we're made of chaos. I say we're made of love. And that's why our show starts now. Our show starts now" are powerful as they express the sentiment that our true purpose is to love and embrace each other. The idea that we need to focus on what we are made to do, rather than what we are made of, resonates with the idea that we all have a unique purpose and that we should strive to find and fulfill that purpose. Overall, the song encourages listeners to embrace the present moment, discovering their purpose, and sharing love with each other.
Line by Line Meaning
The physicist and the mystic say there's no such thing as time
Both a physicist and a mystic agree that time is not a real, tangible concept
If God is now and everywhere, why's it so hard to find?
If God exists in the present moment and everywhere around us, why do we struggle to feel his presence?
I wanna be the guy who lives in the moment, not so lost in my mind
The singer desires to be someone who fully embraces and lives in the present instead of constantly getting lost in their own thoughts
So I guess my show starts now. My show starts now
It's time for the artist's own metaphorical 'show' to begin, which involves living in the moment and being fully present
Grandma said it don't matter where we go to or come from
The artist's grandma taught them that the past and origin don't determine one's worth or future
She said, worry about what you're made to do not what you're made of
Grandma advised the singer to focus on their innate purpose or calling, rather than their external characteristics or identity
They say we're made of chaos. I say we're made of love
Some may argue that human beings are inherently chaotic or disorderly, but the singer believes in the inherent goodness and love within all people
And that's why our show starts now. Our show starts now
Because of the belief that humans are made of love and have a unique purpose, it's time for everyone's show or journey to begin
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Fear and Loathing in Remer
The physicist and the mystic say there's no such thing as time.
If God is now and everywhere, why's it so hard to find?
I wanna be the guy who lives in the moment, not so lost in my mind.
So I guess my show starts now. My show starts now
Grandma said that it don't matter where we go to or come from.
She said, "Worry about what you're made to do not what you're made of."
They say we're made of chaos. I say we're made of love.
And that's means our show starts now. Our show starts now.
Hold your breath for a better day, and you'll never learn how to breathe.
You're afraid of the dark, but that's where you learn to see.
You're no good to the living if you're too afraid to bleed.
And that's why your show starts now Your show starts now.
Claire Bear
I added this song to my playlist for my first marathon because a friend recommended it to me and wow. It really pulled me through and now I'm a big fan of this band.
Keith Stoltzfus
Yeah I agree I JUST found these guys on the radio n heard about his son I play guitar n write as well but haven't been in a long time this inspired me to throw myself bsck into it n bring healing to myself... And others through the gift of music
Mehrdad Mehrban
A true living song going directly to my heart and living there for ever!
Scott Dobbins
This performance is phenomenal.
Mauro Amilibia
so good, love it
Marchia Velliano
A fucking gem!
sassulusmagnus
Great Lyrics
Tarot Poet fairyfarmgirl
The Living Word. Thank you.
Fear and Loathing in Remer
The physicist and the mystic say there's no such thing as time.
If God is now and everywhere, why's it so hard to find?
I wanna be the guy who lives in the moment, not so lost in my mind.
So I guess my show starts now. My show starts now
Grandma said that it don't matter where we go to or come from.
She said, "Worry about what you're made to do not what you're made of."
They say we're made of chaos. I say we're made of love.
And that's means our show starts now. Our show starts now.
Hold your breath for a better day, and you'll never learn how to breathe.
You're afraid of the dark, but that's where you learn to see.
You're no good to the living if you're too afraid to bleed.
And that's why your show starts now Your show starts now.
PlainSailingWeather
Anyone else get the vibe that Craig sounds like Brandon Flowers a little? Not noticed it up until this song.
Awesome, nonetheless.