Saga is
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Saga is
1) A progressive rock quintet, formed in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Bassist-keyboardist Jim Crichton and Welsh-born vocalist Michael Sadler have been the principal songwriters for Saga. Originally known as The Pockets, Saga formed in 1977 from the nucleus of Canadian rock band Fludd. In June 1978, they released their self-titled debut album. Their 1979 follow-up album Images at Twilight gave them their first charting single in Canada with the song "It's Time" peaking at #84 in the Canadian Charts. Saga's next album, Silent Knight was released in 1980 and in 1981, the band's 4th album Worlds Apart was released. Following on the success of Worlds Apart, the band won the 1982 Juno Award for "Most Promising Group of the Year.
A 5th album Heads or Tales was released in late 1983 and became another success. Their 6th album Behaviour was released in 1985, and included the singles: "Listen to Your Heart" and "What Do I Know" (#57 Canada). In 1986, Steve Negus and Jim Gilmour left the band over management concerns. Saga continued to record and tour, with Michael Sadler and the Crichton brothers augmented by session musicians. Their 1987 release Wildest Dreams enjoyed better distribution under new label, Atlantic Records, but it failed to match expectations in America. For 1989's The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes, Saga refocused on their earlier European popularity which marked a return to their earlier progressive style.
In 1993, Steve Negus and Jim Gilmour returned to Saga. The band's next album, The Security of Illusion, was well received by Saga fans in Canada and Europe. The 1994 followup, Steel Umbrellas, was considered uneven when compared to their previous release, perhaps due the material originally being produced for the short-lived television series Cobra. In 1995, Jim Crichton composed and produced the majority of Saga's next album, the conceptual Generation 13. Saga's next release, Pleasure and the Pain was released on the eve of their 26th anniversary tour in 1997. The album failed to maintain the interest created by the previous release. On the same anniversary tour the album Phase 1 was released. Their 1998 tour was captured on the next album, Detours, a double-live album released worldwide.
Saga's next three albums, 1999's Full Circle, 2001's House of Cards and Marathon released in 2003 have been all been popular with the band's longtime and loyal fanbase. House of Cards, in particular enjoyed renewed interest. Saga released a new studio album, Network, in the fall of 2004. Their next album, Trust, was released in 2006, featuring Brian Doerner as their new drummer.
Despite the band's fluctuating musical styles and limited commercial success, their fans have remained extremely loyal over the decades. Their musical style was defined by Ian Crichton's staccato guitar riffs, often in harmony with a synthesizer, and complex keyboard arrangements, frequently featuring three players.
The band's multi-song cycle "The Chapters" spanned their first four albums and were continued on later releases beginning in 1999. Songs from the cycle have been performed in concert throughout their career.
On January 16, 2007, it was announced by InsideOut, the band's current record label, that lead singer Michael Sadler would be leaving Saga for personal reasons at the end of 2007. "10,000 Days" was released on November 6, 2007 in conjunction with their planned European tour. As of 15 April 2008, Saga announced that Rob Moratti of Toronto, former singer of Final Frontier, has become their new lead vocalist. In 2009 the release of Saga's first cd with Rob Moratti. This CD is titled The Human Condition and was released in the spring 2009. The band also was touring in both Europe and Canada. On January 28, 2011, an official statement was made announcing Michael Sadler's return as the lead singer of Saga.
2) A Swedish white nationalist singer-songwriter, with racist tendencies. She started as the vocalist for Symphony of Sorrow, but become widely known for her tribute CDs to Ian Stuart and Skrewdriver. More recently she has begun to produce original material as part of her solo career.
In a 2005 Discovery Times production she was described as a performer that “targets the mainstream by softening her image, while still maintaining her racist ideology.” She has been described as the “Swedish Madonna of the far right.” In the Discovery interview Saga said, “What makes me different is I think that I’m a lot more mainstream looking in that I’m very much toned down compared to the other [nationalist singers]. It’s not in your clothes. It’s not in the way you dress. It’s not in your appearance. It’s what’s in your heart. It’s a lot easier for the mainstream public to see themselves in me” she went on to say “most people do have the same beliefs that I do. It’s a bad thing to be labeled a racist these days, and it’s such a bad thing that people [would] rather shut up than express what they feel.”
Saga was featured on the front cover of the Fall 2000 edition of Resistance Magazine, a production of the now defunct Resistance Records. Shaun Walker wrote the following at the website for the National Alliance, a pro white advocacy group in the US: “… just having her in front of the camera helps our Cause. But, she also is quite good at interviews. She comes across as the girl-next-door, who also understands the dynamics of racial conflict.”
3) a Swedish 70’s band.
4) a Dutch progressive rock band. They released one album, entitled To Whom It Concerns, in 1977.
5) a Japanese band best known by the opening and ending of the TV show based on the Viewtiful Joe videogame
6) a Portuguese Progressive/Symphonic Rock from the 1970’s. Their best-known work is the 1976 album Homo Sapiens. After the demise of the band, the members followed very diversified careers in different types of music.
7) a Mexican Progressive/Hard Rock band. Their 2006 debut album El Camino a Titán was released under the independent Mexican label GravisRecords.
8) A Lithuanian jazz quartet consisting of Andrė Pabarčiūtė - vocal, piano, Liudas Mockūnas - reeds, Vytis Nivinskas - bass, Marijus Aleksa - percussion. They've released an album by the same name.
9) Irish grime producer currently living in London, released his debut EP Crescent via fellow London producer Visionist's Lost Codes label.
10) A hip hop artist from Brooklyn, New York.
Careful Where You Step
Saga Lyrics
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When everyone can say they've got one?
A cloud is moving in,
Blotting out your landmine vision
So many are afraid,
Concealing all their secret weapons
You can see it in their eyes,
Like the brake lights on a highway glisten
Three billion is a lot,
It's impossible to separate them
A career is made and lost,
In sorting out the devastation
What you get you've got,
The rest can be imagination
And what you lose you've lost
Here comes the instant separation
Careful where you step
There may be a mine under there
Careful where you step
There may be a mine under there
The song "Careful Where You Step" by Saga is a cautionary tale about the dangers of living in a world where hidden dangers lurk around every corner. The lyrics are filled with metaphors that allude to the idea of living in a world where the consequences of your actions are often unpredictable and potentially deadly.
The opening lyrics refer to a future where everyone has a "landmine," which can be interpreted as a metaphor for the dangers of modern technology or the unpredictable nature of the world we live in. The cloud that moves in symbolizes the way in which unseen forces can suddenly change our lives, leaving us feeling helpless and vulnerable.
The second stanza alludes to the idea that many people are afraid to reveal their true selves, hiding behind masks or concealing their true motivations. The line "You can see it in their eyes" suggests that despite people's attempts to hide their true selves, their inner turmoil is often reflected in their outward appearance.
The third stanza speaks to the idea that three billion people in the world can't be easily separated, each one with their own unique story and personal journey. The line "What you get you've got, the rest can be imagination" is a reminder that life is unpredictable and often unfair, and that we can only control so much of our own destiny.
In the final stanza, the chorus is repeated, warning listeners to be "careful where you step" as there may be hidden "mines" that could prove dangerous or deadly.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the risks and rewards of living in a world that is often unpredictable and filled with hidden dangers. Through its use of metaphor and symbolism, the lyrics offer a poignant reminder to always be aware of our surroundings and to tread cautiously through life.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you see the day,
Do you believe there will ever come a time where everyone can confidently say they possess a secret weapon?
When everyone can say they've got one?
When will we live in a world where all individuals can proudly display their secret weapon?
A cloud is moving in,
A dark time approaches
Blotting out your landmine vision
It prevents you from seeing the danger that lies ahead
So many are afraid,
A lot of people are frightened
Concealing all their secret weapons
Hiding their strengths from the world
You can see it in their eyes,
Their fear is obvious to the observer
Like the brake lights on a highway glisten
Their fear glimmers like the red lights of cars on a freeway in the night
Three billion is a lot,
There are billions of people in the world
It's impossible to separate them
It's impossible to distinguish between them all
A career is made and lost,
An individual can gain or lose much in this process
In sorting out the devastation
In navigating through difficult circumstances
What you get you've got,
What is gained is permanent
The rest can be imagination
The future is uncertain
And what you lose you've lost
What is lost is lost forever
Here comes the instant separation
The drastic split is imminent
Careful where you step
Be cautious of your footing
There may be a mine under there
There could be danger lurking beneath the surface
Careful where you step
Be mindful of where you tread
There may be a mine under there
There may be hazards where you're walking
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES CRICHTON, MICHAEL SADLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ashtree81
Can you see the day,
When everyone can say they've got one?
Clouds moving in,
Blotting out your landmine vision
So many are afraid,
Concealing all their secret weapons
You see it in their eyes,
Like the brake lights on a highway glisten
Three billion is a lot,
It's impossible to separate them
A career is made and lost,
In sorting out the devastation
What you get you've got,
The rest can be imagination
And what you lose you've lost
Here comes the instant separation
Careful where you step
There may be a mine under there
Careful where you step
There may be a mine under there
Ian Dyer
If you respect musical talent, musically this band were years ahead of their time trouncing most of what we have to listen to today. Technically inspiring, all class players in their own right who bring it all together with unparalleld precision. Long live these bands
Achim H.
All in germany i visit. ...great
Ruben Lago
I HAD SEEN THEM IN CONCERT 3 TIMES, AND YES THEY WERE AHEAD OF THEIR TIME
Oliver
👍👍👍👍👍👍
santy snowdog.
I say allways Saga is elegance of rock
Patricia Ilges
I think this band is absolutely phenomenal!!!
G H Trott
Heard them for the first time on MTV; my jaw dropped. Wonderful music, I've returned to their music many times over the years. It never gets old. Also great music to do cardio workouts; great driving beat with plenty to keep you engaged musically. A rare gem of a band. Thank you guys!
miguelangel noblejas
Creo que es una de las mejores bandas que ha habido de rock progresivo, sus músicos son virtuosos y perfeccionistas, para mi uno de mis grupos favoritos
Jeff Allen
Such an amazing yet underrated band. 🤘
Babylonkid
I just discovered this song this morning while getting ready for work. Heard it twice in a row. Then 3 times in the car. It's like an epic sci-fi Conan adventure movie with that synth rock 80s flavor with a touch of disco. Great vocals, lyrics, and incredible musicians. Damn, I love it.