(#1) Based out of Oslo… Read Full Bio ↴Several artists call their band Halcyon Days.
(#1) Based out of Oslo, Norway, Halcyon Days are a hard-hitting melodic metal band.
Since their beginning in 2012, they have released two EP’s, and two albums.
Their debut album .ELEVATE was frequently playlisted and recommended on Norway’s national radio, NRK P3. Two years after their debut album, they released their self-titled EP Halcyon Days in 2016, scoring more than 350k total streams on digital platforms.
The EP was met with an amazing response worldwide, putting the band on the map outside of Norway. The band signed with Indie Recordings and released their second full-length album, with the title Rain Soaked Pavements & Fresh Cut Grass June 15 2018. Metal Trenches (US) stated that the album is “one of the better metalcore releases of the year”, while PureGrainAudio (CAN) defined it as “a superb example of melodic metal/hardcore.”
The release hit 1 Million streams on Spotify and landed the band their first big shows outside of Norway at festivals like Summer Breeze Open Air, Reeperbahn Festival and High Five Summerfest. The band have been working with legendary names in Metal as Daniel Bergstrand, Fredrik Thordendal and Henrik Udd for their upcoming third full-length album due fall 2021 via Indie Recordings
(#2) Halcyon Days were a 4-piece rock band from Belfast. Bursting out of the ceasefires of the late 1990s they recorded and released two albums – Sometimes (1996) and Alkaline Times (1997). They toured extensively throughout the UK, Ireland, Western Europe and Scandinavia cultivating an extensive fanbase and an anthology of subtle yet energetic rock songs.
(#3) Halcyon Days plays melodic and upbeat folk music. They come from Europe's very heart, and sing in French and English! Halcyon Days means wonderful guitar chords accompanied by breathtaking melodies on the accordion. The band toured alot between 1991 and 1996 and have separated in the meanwhile. They have produced one self-titled album (1994). An acoustic side project, also called Halcyon Days, is touring through local bars and wineries at the moment.
(#4) Halcyon Days is also the name of a short lived gothic metal band from Oakland, California. Sound samples can be found on myspace.com/halcyondays1
(#5) Halcyon Days are a four-piece rock and roll band from Keighley, West Yorkshire, which formed in its present incarnation in 2011.
Clear
Halcyon Days Lyrics
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Im digging for answers
Im down on my knees
but the deeper I go
further back I fade
am I digging for answers or digging my grave
bounce back up
find your true self within
and align with the earth
earth
create something new
paint your perfect picture
don't let the past bury you
chase your dreams
no matter the cost
as long as you are happy
never give it a second thought
thought´s
can be poisonous things
it's the end of this story
but now a new one begins
you must fall
to rise again
just stand your ground
on what you believe in
and the saddest part is
when I see my own reflection in the mirror
and see that I'm reborn
not broken, beat and torn
but I will never forget
cause this life is filled
with hate and love and death
until I draw
my last choking breath
I will stand by my choiches
not kneeling to voices
we all have dreams
regrets and fears
but don't get me wrong
they all got me here
I cherished that time
if I'd only known
it's the end of that story
but there's a new one just down the road
I will never forget
the things ive been trough
and I will never neglect
the moments I've shared
the show must go on
but the memories never fade
and the saddest part is
when I see my own reflection in the mirror
and see that I'm reborn
not broken, beat and torn
but I will never forget
cause this life is filled
with hate and love and death
until I draw
my last choking breath
I will stand by my choiches
not kneeling to voices
you must fall to rise again
but don't be scared this is not the end
you'll learn and gain experience
I know Its hard to comprehend
but I see clear
The song "Clear" by Halcyon Days is a powerful depiction of a person's journey to find their true self amidst a reality that sometimes feels missaligned. The opening lines make it clear that the singer is searching for answers and is willing to dig deep for them, even if it means going down on their knees. However, the more they dig, the further back they seem to fade, leading to an existential question of whether they are actually digging for answers or digging their own grave. It's a poignant moment that highlights the desperation and confusion that many people face when trying to find meaning and purpose in their lives.
Despite this struggle, the song advocates for perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity. The chorus encourages the listener to bounce back up and explore their rebirth, finding their true self within and aligning with the earth. The empowering message is to create something new, painting a perfect picture, and not letting the past bury you. Instead, chase your dreams, no matter the cost, as long as you are happy, and never give it a second thought.
The song continues to acknowledge the inevitability of life's ups and downs, reminding us that even when we fall, we have the ability to rise again. And while it can be sad to look back and see how far we've come, it's essential to remember that every moment, both good and bad, has brought us to where we are today. Ultimately, the song encourages us to stand by our choices and never kneel to voices, even in the face of hate and death, because that's what makes us who we are.
Line by Line Meaning
missaligned reality
The perception of reality is not quite accurate or aligned with what is true.
Im digging for answers
I am searching and exploring for solutions to my problems.
Im down on my knees
I am in a state of desperation and defeat.
but the deeper I go
The more I delve into my problems and search for answers.
further back I fade
The more I discover about my past mistakes and regrets.
am I digging for answers or digging my grave
I am not sure if the act of exploration will lead to positive change or worsen my situation.
bounce back up
Rise above the struggles and difficulties encountered.
explore your rebirth
Find a new sense of purpose, identity, and meaning.
find your true self within
Discover who you truly are and what you believe in.
and align with the earth
Harmonize and connect with nature, the world, and humanity.
create something new
Invent, innovate, and produce something unique and valuable.
paint your perfect picture
Envision and pursue your ideal life and future.
don't let the past bury you
Do not allow previous mistakes or regrets to hold you back.
chase your dreams
Pursue your goals and aspirations, regardless of obstacles or risks.
no matter the cost
Regardless of the consequences or sacrifices needed.
as long as you are happy
Focused on personal fulfillment and contentment.
never give it a second thought
Do not hesitate or doubt yourself.
thought´s
Beliefs, ideas, and concepts.
can be poisonous things
Negative or irrational thoughts can harm and constrain us.
it's the end of this story
The conclusion of a certain chapter in life.
but now a new one begins
A fresh start, opportunity, and perspective emerge.
you must fall
Sometimes, one must fail or struggle to learn and grow.
to rise again
Overcoming difficulties and challenges to reach new heights.
just stand your ground
Be firm and resolute in your convictions and values.
on what you believe in
Based on your principles, morals, and ideals.
and the saddest part is
A realization that invokes melancholy or sorrow.
when I see my own reflection in the mirror
Looking at oneself and acknowledging the changes and growth.
and see that I'm reborn
A transformation and renewal of body, mind, or spirit.
not broken, beat and torn
No longer feeling defeated, shattered, or traumatized.
but I will never forget
A commitment to remember and honor the past.
cause this life is filled
A recognition that existence is characterized by certain elements.
with hate and love and death
Life involves emotions, relationships, and mortality.
until I draw
Until the end of existence or a certain event.
my last choking breath
The final moment of life or consciousness.
I will stand by my choiches
Steadfast in one's decisions and actions.
not kneeling to voices
Not succumbing to external influences or pressures.
we all have dreams
All humans have aspirations and desires.
regrets and fears
Also experience sadness and anxiety.
but don't get me wrong
An expression that clarifies a previous statement.
they all got me here
Past experiences, even the negative ones, shaped who I am now.
I cherished that time
I value and appreciate a previous period of life.
if I'd only known
Hindsight about a past event or knowledge.
it's the end of that story
A conclusion of a certain time or event.
but there's a new one just down the road
A new phase or opportunity is imminent.
I will never forget
A determination to hold onto memories and experiences.
the things ive been trough
The challenges, experiences, and struggles that were experienced.
and I will never neglect
Never disregard or forget the past.
the moments I've shared
The interactions, connections, and relationships that were formed.
the show must go on
Life continues despite the changes and obstacles faced.
but the memories never fade
Recollections and emotions about past events persist.
but don't be scared this is not the end
Do not feel anxious or defeated, as there are further opportunities and experiences.
you'll learn and gain experience
The challenges and struggles faced are opportunities for growth and learning.
I know Its hard to comprehend
Acknowledging that certain experiences are difficult to fully understand or accept.
but I see clear
A final statement that reflects clarity and understanding after the struggles and experiences.
Contributed by Bailey N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.