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.
Don't Look Down
Saga Lyrics
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Wanderer I know you
We've been here too long
Time may disown you
But you know you must be strong
Innocence has no place here
Who's the guilty one
Eyes of fire shed no tears
One life, one soul, one body, one you
You know you'll alway have...
Somebody
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Anytime you want me
You'd better look inside
Blind ambition shows no fear
I see it in your eyes
One life, one soul, one body, one you
You know you'll alway have...
Somebody
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Oh...
Follow me
But don't look down
Just don't look down
You know you'll always have...
Somebody
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Follow me
But don't look down
Don't look down
Just don't look down
Don't look down
Just don't look down
One life, one soul, one body, one you
You know you'll alway have...
Somebody
The lyrics of Saga's "Don't Look Down" depict a conversation between the singer and a wanderer who has been in the same place for too long. The wanderer's innocence is not welcomed in their current surroundings, and they must be strong to survive. The lyrics suggest that the wanderer may be lost, misguided by a blind ambition and may not even realize it themselves. The singer has empathy for the wanderer and offers to guide them, but warns them not to look down, suggesting that they should not focus on their fears or doubts.
The repetition of the phrase "One life, one soul, one body, one you" emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and individuality, reinforcing the idea that the wanderer needs to look within themselves to find what they are searching for. The chorus "Follow me, but don't look down" repeats several times, encouraging the wanderer to trust the singer's guidance, but not to get caught up in their own negativity.
Overall, "Don't Look Down" is a powerful anthem that encourages self-awareness, strength, and the importance of following someone who has been down the same path without losing sight of what's important.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look down
Don't lose hope, keep your head held high
Wanderer I know you
I see your restless spirit, your craving for adventure
We've been here too long
Life feels stagnant and repetitive, time for a change
Time may disown you
The passage of time can be cruel, leaving us feeling lost and forgotten
But you know you must be strong
You must persevere through tough times, even when it seems impossible
Innocence has no place here
The world can be harsh and unforgiving, leaving no room for naivete
Who's the guilty one
There are always those who take advantage of the innocent, exploiting their trust
Eyes of fire shed no tears
Those who are strong and determined often hide their emotions and keep moving forward
Look around and I'll be gone
Life moves quickly, and those who hesitate are left behind
One life, one soul, one body, one you
We only have one chance at life, and it's up to us to make the most of it
You know you'll always have... Somebody
No matter how alone we may feel, there is always someone who cares and is willing to support us
Follow me, but don't look down
Let me guide you on your journey, but don't let your fears hold you back
Anytime you want me, you'd better look inside
True strength comes from within, and we must learn to rely on ourselves before seeking help from others
Blind ambition shows no fear, I see it in your eyes
Ambition can be a powerful force, but it can also blind us to the risks we are taking
Oh... Follow me, but don't look down, just don't look down
Keep moving forward, even when it feels scary or uncertain
Don't look down, just don't look down
Don't let your fears hold you back from achieving your dreams
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IAN CRICHTON, JAMES CRICHTON, JULIA DOWNES, MICHAEL SADLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ernesto Schirmer
One of the best bands ever!
Heikki Hegemon
God dammit this band is great. And this song is amazing!
AWCR Records Brasil
Prog-Aor music of a New wave Álbum
Perry Comeau
go up and do not look back before getting into the twist