As a 17 year old out of high school, Keaton started thinking about college. He decided on The Evergreen State College, located in Olympia, Washington. The area, which has become known as a fertile breeding ground for music and art, proved perfect to set in motion his initiation into the immense world of music. It was there that Keaton started writing songs. He dove in headfirst, taking on courses ranging from 20th century classical composition to Indonesian gamelan music to jazz and quite a lot in between. Keaton's years at Evergreen not only introduced him to diverse global music but also taught him to incorporate everything into his own sensibilities. Major record labels have accused Keaton of being too diverse to contain.
After an early graduation, it was back to Los Angeles, playing music with old friends like Tre Hardson (of The Pharcyde) and new ones like singer N'Dea Davenport (of the Brand New Heavies), Kim Hill (of the Black Eyed Peas), underground hip-hop legend Medusa and appearing on Jay Leno's TONIGHT SHOW with hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg.
Before Keaton was 21 years old he was asked to compose music for the motion picture Mercy Streets. Labels began to investigate and eventually he landed a deal with Maverick Records. Keaton released a five-song EP with Maverick entitled "Currently". The EP displays a taste of bluesy, rootsy, guitar-driven songs & ballads, with stylish arrangements that showcase his rich, often spooky melodies. Indeed, the disc's delicate, down-home title track is in rotation at radio stations around America. Recently reaching ..1 on the charts of Tucson, AZ's KWMT 92.9 The Mountain.
One of the first to play Keaton's music was influential LA public radio station KCRW, which afforded him the opportunity in early 2005 to play the Universal Amphitheatre supporting Coldplay. Keaton's music has also been featured on LA's ..1 mid-day radio show, KLSX 97.1, "Heidi, Frosty and Frank". Here is where leaks have started of some of the tracks on Keaton's album that were produced by well known producing team, The Matrix. The timing for Keaton's meeting (through a mutual friend) with the Matrix really worked for both. Keaton's songs were thought of as being too alternatively structured to be radio friendly, though many agreed there was something there. The Matrix, just off Avril Lavigne's COMPLICATED, were seeking something to ground them, and reveal the soul in their pop music. The team loved every second of working together, and ended up with an album that was completed just in time for the record label to conclude changes that made releasing such a "big album" impossible. Hence, a move to the beautiful freedom and diversity of CD Baby.
Keaton participated in the 2005 Sundance Film Festival as a part of BMI's annual showcase. Sharing the bill with Vanessa Carlton, Minnie Driver, Joe Firstman and Ben Gibbard (Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Service). Keaton is no stranger to the world of film and television. It's kind of the family business. Keaton's little stepsister, Emma Roberts, costars with JoJo in the just completed AQUAMARINE. Emma has an album coming out, featuring songs from her television series UNFABULOUS. Keaton's sister, Morgan Simons, is a culinary artist who tries to feed actresses healthfully enough such that they will not need to name their babies after food!
Keaton's grandfather, Don Garrett, has been publicist to such world renowned sensations as everything from The Supremes to "The Flintstones". Another of Keaton's grandfathers, screenwriter David Rayfiel, wrote such loved films as "Three Days of the Condor" & "Round Midnight", to name a few. Keaton's grandmother, Lila Garrett (whom Keaton immortalized in the song "Joseph" on which Keaton took the opportunity to play all the instruments including drums, bass, piano, guitar and vocals) has credits and Emmy awards as writer/ producer/ director on pretty much every situation comedy from the 1960s to the 2000s. Keaton and his father, Jimmy Simons, had a chance recently to work together when Keaton appeared on Fox Televisions' MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE, which Jimmy produces and sometimes directs. Keaton was cast by his episode's director, Bryan Cranston, who also plays "Hal" on the series. Keaton's mother, Eliza Roberts, has made a name for herself as a Hollywood Jane of all trades. From actress to casting director, manager to writer. In her early 20s she became producer of the pre-MTV phenomenon "Don Kirshner's Rock Concert". With baby Keaton in tow, Eliza's show hosted live performances from such acts as Chuck Berry, James Brown, The Brothers Johnson, Donna Summers, Abba, Natalie Cole, and featured early comedy by David Letterman, Andy Kaufman, Michael Keaton and almost Robin Williams - but no one could quite figure out what his act was.
Beyond MALCOLM, like many musicians today, Keaton has crossed over into the world of acting, having performed a heart-stopping rendition of Bob Dylan's "Masters of War" on NBC's acclaimed "American Dreams". Keaton will also be seen starring in Henry Jaglom's upcoming feature film, "Hollywood Dreams" (Lots of "dreams" needed to sort through some of the harsh realities of our world these days, it would seem). Keaton's earliest work features his mother, Eliza (Garrett), three months pregnant with him, when she appeared as "Brunella, at the desk" in NATIONAL LAMPOON'S ANIMAL HOUSE.
cassandra
Keaton Simons Lyrics
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'Cause she can't help but knowing
She'd rather turn a blind eye
Just to keep the truth from showing
But if you get her on the wine
She just might let it slip
And if she tells you it's your time
You know you'll pay for it
She says that there's no turning back
But it's too soon to say goodbye
Cassandra tell me why
Cassandra tell me why
She writes her number on a napkin
An undercover prophet
She only gambles when the bills get high
Then stuffs the money in her pocket
All she has is sentimental
The comfort doesn't last
She can tell you all your stories
Before they've even passed
She sees the writing on the wall
She says that there's no turning back
But it's too soon to say goodbye
Cassandra tell me why
Cassandra tell me why
It's too soon to say goodbye
So Cassandra tell me why
She sees the writing on the wall
She says that there's no turning back
But it's too soon to say goodbye
Cassandra tell me why
Cassandra tell me why
In Keaton Simons's song "Cassandra," the lyrics delve into the character of a mysterious and prophetic woman who seems to have mesmerizing qualities about her. The opening lyrics suggest that she is in some way aware of the truth behind what is happening around her, but would rather "turn a blind eye" than reveal it. However, if she were to drink wine, she may reveal glimpses of her knowledge, and if she warns you that it's your time, you'll know you'll pay for it. She seems to see the "writing on the wall," indicating that something significant is going to happen, yet she expresses that it may be too soon to say goodbye. The title character writes her number on a napkin and is described as an "undercover prophet." Even when she gambles, it seems to be in her nature to invest her earnings rather than spend them.
Despite this, the woman's comfort does not last and she does not seem to place much value on material possessions, as "all she has is sentimental." She can even "tell you all your stories before they've even passed." This character is captivating in her mysteriousness, yet it is clear that there is sadness in her unrelenting knowledge of what is to come. She seems to be a symbol of both foresight and emotional detachment, for she knows what is coming, but isn't able to affect the outcome. In some ways, the song suggests that Cassandra is resigned to her fate and is simply waiting for it to arrive.
Overall, "Cassandra" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that explores the complexities of life and the unknowable nature of fate. The character of Cassandra is left to her own devices, seemingly accepting her role as a spectator to the events that will unfold. The lyrics reflect on the value of material possessions and the transience of comfort, suggesting that there are greater things at play than mere physical comforts.
Line by Line Meaning
She'd like to blame it on the sky
Cassandra would prefer to blame her problems on something outside of herself.
'Cause she can't help but knowing
Despite her attempts to avoid facing the truth, Cassandra is still aware of it.
She'd rather turn a blind eye
Cassandra would rather not acknowledge what's going on than deal with the consequences of facing reality.
Just to keep the truth from showing
By ignoring the truth, Cassandra hopes to maintain the status quo and avoid confrontation.
But if you get her on the wine
Cassandra might be more forthcoming and honest about her feelings if she drinks alcohol.
She just might let it slip
Under the influence of alcohol, Cassandra may accidentally reveal something she's been trying to hide.
And if she tells you it's your time
If Cassandra warns you that you're in trouble, you can expect to pay a price for whatever you've done.
You know you'll pay for it
Cassandra will make sure that you face consequences for your actions, even if it's uncomfortable for her to enforce them.
She sees the writing on the wall
Cassandra can tell that something is about to go wrong or that there's trouble ahead.
She says that there's no turning back
Because of her foresight, Cassandra knows that once something has been set in motion, it can't be undone.
But it's too soon to say goodbye
Despite the looming disaster, it's not yet time to give up hope or abandon the situation.
Cassandra tell me why
The singer is asking Cassandra for insight about the situation and what might be done to prevent the worst from happening.
She writes her number on a napkin
Cassandra is willing to help others, even strangers, by imparting her knowledge and wisdom.
An undercover prophet
Cassandra has a gift for seeing into the future, even if others don't recognize or appreciate it.
She only gambles when the bills get high
Cassandra is frugal and doesn't take risks unless the situation is dire or urgent.
Then stuffs the money in her pocket
When Cassandra does take risks, it's usually because she has a good reason to do so, and she keeps the rewards for herself.
All she has is sentimental
Cassandra values her memories and emotions more than material possessions.
The comfort doesn't last
Despite her sentimental nature, Cassandra knows that emotions and comfort are fleeting and can't be relied upon forever.
She can tell you all your stories
Cassandra has a way of knowing people's pasts and secrets, even if they don't want to share them.
Before they've even passed
Cassandra has a gift for predicting events and outcomes before they actually occur.
It's too soon to say goodbye
Although things might seem dire, Cassandra believes that there's still hope for the situation to improve or be resolved.
So Cassandra tell me why
The singer is once again asking Cassandra for her insight and advice.
Contributed by Christopher E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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