1. LAKE (K Records N… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least five artists with this name:
1. LAKE (K Records NW Indie Pop/Rock)
2. Lake, aka "Lakey The Kid" (NYC Hip Hop/Rap)
3. Lake ('70s Rock from Germany)
4. lake (japanese experimental/alternative band)
5. Lake (German HipHop-Artist)
6. LAKE ('70s Rock & Roll cover band from Sweden)
1. The most currently active "Lake" is based in Olympia, WA and Los Angeles. LAKE is a group of cloudy individuals brought together through lines drawn along Interstate-5, intersecting in Olympia around 2005. Since forming, they have gained and lost members, recorded 12 full length albums (only 3 of which have seen proper release), played across the world supporting such talented acts as Adrian Orange and Her Band, Half Handed Cloud, Laura Veirs, and Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy. The sounds they craft are straight from the playbook of the good parts of Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, and Turkish psychedelic music. Caressing the Rhodes piano, endearing drum fills, guitars that don’t sound like guitars, and some slamming bass lines: listening to LAKE is like pouring sugar in your ears. They’ll turn your brain into chocolate, 67% cacao. Lake began as a Fleetwood Mac cover band with the intention of touring casinos around the Northwest and Alaska. A freak invitation from Karl Blau to record “original” material led to a reformation of the band and a whole new game plan. The members of Lake are also involved in other musical projects such as: Kickball, Palisades, Live Active Cultures, Lindsey Schief, Ashley Eriksson, Swimming, Adam Oelsner, Your Heart Breaks, Cold Comfort Orchestra, Micah Davis-Wheeler, -a, and Eli Moore.
2. Lake, aka "Lakey The Kid", is a rapper from Queensbridge, New York. In 1999, Lake was released from prison after serving a seven year sentence. He had been writing rhymes while in prison and attempted to get into the hip-hop industry once he was released. Lake is famously known as a friend of fellow Queensbridge rapper Nas. He appeared on the song "Revolutionary Warfare" on Nas' album, God's Son. Since he appeared on Nas' album, Lake's relationship with Nas has folded.
The first album Lake released was Lake Entertainment Presents: The 41st Side, a compilation album featuring fellow Queensbridge rappers. The album was released under Lake's label, Lake Entertainment and sold over 100,000 copies with little promotion. Many compare the album to Nas' compilation album, QB Finest, which also featured Queensbridge rappers.
Lake is now signed to Death Row East, a subsidiary of Death Row Records. His album entitled "The Big Ride" is expected to be released in late 2008. On August 22, 2006, Lake released a collaborative album with Cormega entitled "My Brother's Keeper".
3. Lake was a German rock music band that formed in the early 1970s under the name Tornados, changing their name to Lake in 1973. They mostly covered material by other bands in their early years, but released three singles, Come Down/We're Gonna Rock, King Of The Rock'n Roll Party, and Sailor. In 1975 they were joined by lead singer James Hopkins-Harrison, who gave them their signature sound for the remainder of their recording career. They achieved modest success in much of Europe from the mid-1970s through the early 1980s, particularly in Germany where they were named artist of the year by the German Phono Academy in 1977. That same year, their self-titled debut album reached #92 in the US and the single Time Bomb reached #83, which would prove to be their greatest success in the US. They toured the US in the late 1970s as the opening act for various headline acts, including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Black Oak Arkansas, and Neil Young. By the early 1980s, their albums were no longer as successful as their earlier efforts and the group somewhat disbanded about 1981. Hopkins-Harrison and keyboardist Achin Opperman reformed the band in 1984 to record three more albums but failed to achieve renewed success. In 1992, lead singer James Hopkins-Harrison died of a heroin overdose.
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6. Abbreviation for Lasse Kents Orkester, a Swedish Rock & Roll cover band from the mid '70s, see their release Got To Rock'n Roll: https://www.discogs.com/Lasse-Kents-Orkester-Got-To-Rock-N-Roll/release/13406594
The Final Curtain
Lake Lyrics
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Now he's an old man, and his body is worn
In his eyes burns a flame, all that remains
Of the man that they all used to know
Home for the first time, in many's the day
His sons and his daughters, reunited again
Birth or death, wedding bells, not when you're well
And he knows it's the day
And his life flashes by, there, fore his eyes
Yes he knows it's the day
And his friends have all come
Awaiting the curtain to fall
Nothing can stop it at all, no, no, no
"He was a good man", said his wife to a friend
"Always suck by me, through thick and through thin
Oh, we both had our days, made love and made hate
But I'd do it agan if I could"
Yes he knows it's the day
And his life flashes by, there, fore his eyes
Yes he knows it's the day
And his friends have all come
Awaiting the curtain to fall
Nothing can stop it at all, no, no, no
The song "The Final Curtain" by Lake is a poignant contemplation on the end of life, focusing on an old man who has lived a full life and is now facing his final moments. The song starts by describing how he was a dreamer from the day he was born and how his body is now worn. Despite this, there is still a flame burning in his eyes, representing what remains of the man he used to be. The song then moves on to describe how his family has gathered around him, reunited after a long time, for his passing. The song acknowledges the inevitability of death: whether it is for birth, death or wedding bells, the day will still come.
In the next verse, the man's wife speaks about their life and how they had their share of good and bad days, but she would do it all again. The singer then returns to describe the man's final moments as he knows the day has come and his life flashes before his eyes. His friends have all come to be with him, and they await the final curtain to fall. The song ends with the realization that nothing can stop death.
Overall, the song offers a reflection on the circle of life and how everything inevitably comes to an end. It highlights the importance of cherishing those moments we have with our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
He was a dreamer from the day he was born
Since his birth, he has been a person of imagination and hope.
Now he's an old man, and his body is worn
After living a long and eventful life, his years have taken a toll on his body, making it fragile and weak.
In his eyes burns a flame, all that remains
Though his body is worn, his spirit remains strong, as evident by the fire in his eyes.
Of the man that they all used to know
The flame is the only thing that remains of the person he once was, as the aging process has changed him in many ways.
Home for the first time, in many's the day
He has returned home after an extended absence, which hasn't happened in a while.
His sons and his daughters, reunited again
His children have come together, reuniting after a long period of separation.
Birth or death, wedding bells, not when you're well
Celebrations like a birth, wedding, or funeral don't happen when you're healthy, but rather when one's health has deteriorated.
They have come for the passing away
His loved ones have come to be with him as he faces his final moments of life.
And he knows it's the day
He is aware that the day he passes away has arrived.
And his life flashes by, there, fore his eyes
As he approaches the end of his life, his memories and experiences appear before him.
Yes he knows it's the day
He is certain that today is his last day of life.
And his friends have all come
His friends have arrived to offer him comfort and companionship in his final moments.
Awaiting the curtain to fall
They are all waiting for the end of his life, symbolized as the final curtain that will close upon his earthly existence.
Nothing can stop it at all, no, no, no
His friends and family are aware that there is nothing they can do to prevent his departure from this world.
"He was a good man", said his wife to a friend
His wife speaks of him to one of her friends, praising his positive qualities.
"Always suck by me, through thick and through thin"
She is grateful that her husband supported her during the highs and lows of their life together.
"Oh, we both had our days, made love and made hate"
Their relationship had both good and bad moments, filled with both love and conflict.
"But I'd do it again if I could"
His wife reflects that despite everything, she would choose to spend her life with him all over again.
Contributed by Lauren L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@michaelochs819
One of the most beautifull Songs of this Band. This is magical!!!
@waterdonkey
It has a feel of its own.
@susanschaefer9914
Helping me through the loss of my mom, who passed away two days ago at the age of 101. One of the Greatest Generation.
@MrIcepick68
feel with you,Susan.greetings from Kiel
@baileyride
This is just so good, honestly they were so underrated. Just some serious talent right there
@davecoleman6696
Love this song love the band lake a.very underrated band
@davecoleman6696
Love this song very sentimental 31st in late 70s makes me cry everytime I hear it
@TheWhite1961
+Dave Coleman Yes, i agree....
@milenabolanosmontero3445
AMAZING TO HEAR IT AGAIN, I WAS A TEENAGER IN 1979
@JohnTriffo
wow . . . amazed to find this posted . . . have only one old JCT35817 - CBS tape cassette of this . . . too afraid to play it anymore you know, but i love love love the music . . . thank you in universal preciousness . . . hope it's here always . . . thank you thank you thank you!