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.
How Long
Saga Lyrics
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Thought you had it all figured out
But now you're having second thoughts
You don't really know your ins from outs
You won't accept the lot you've drawn
You can't face the error of your ways
You turned your back and walked away
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your dream spin around?
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your dream spin around?
You'd better grab your things and run
All your friends have left you behind
I have no answers for you now
I just wish you had an open mind
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your dream spin around?
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your dream spin around?
The song "How Long" by Saga seems to be talking about a person who was once confident in their plans and decisions, but is now facing doubts and uncertainty. The opening lines indicate that this person believed they had everything under control, but now they are second-guessing themselves and feeling lost. They're dissatisfied with the situation they are in and are searching for a way out.
The chorus repeats the question "How long did your dream carry on? How long did your dream spin around?" which could refer to the person's initial hopes and ambitions that they once believed would lead them to success, but now may be feeling like they were merely a dream. The verses allude to the person having made some mistakes that they may not want to face. And at the same time, they're trying to move on from their situation, but it's not happening as quickly as they would like.
The bridge of the song suggests a sense of urgency - that the person needs to leave quickly, as everyone else has moved on, but leaves with no clear direction. The repetitive questioning of the chorus reappears again, suggesting that the person is still grappling with their unrealized dreams and uncertain future, and the singer can offer no new advice or solutions.
Overall, the song touches upon themes of uncertainty, self-doubt, and the delicate balance between holding onto dreams for too long, and letting them go.
Line by Line Meaning
You thought you had it in the bag
You were confident you had everything under control
Thought you had it all figured out
You believed you had a complete understanding of the situation
But now you're having second thoughts
You're beginning to question your previous assumptions
You don't really know your ins from outs
You're uncertain about the details and inner workings of the situation
You won't accept the lot you've drawn
You're unwilling to acknowledge your circumstances
You can't face the error of your ways
You're unable to confront your mistakes
You turned your back and walked away
You abandoned the situation and moved on
Seem bent on finding better days
You're determined to improve your situation
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your ideal outcome continue before falling apart?
How long did your dream spin around?
How long did you hold onto an unrealistic vision?
You'd better grab your things and run
You should quickly gather your belongings and leave
All your friends have left you behind
Your social support system has abandoned you
I have no answers for you now
I cannot offer any solutions at this time
I just wish you had an open mind
I hope you are receptive to new ideas and perspectives
How long did your dream carry on?
How long did your desired outcome persist before coming to an end?
How long did your dream spin around?
How long were you attached to an unrealistic vision?
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES CRICHTON, PETER ROCHON, MICHAEL SADLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
dadonaldd
Saga have remained relevant through the decades... AMAZING band. I have been a fan since my first exposure to them in Munich, Germany in 1978.
Dan
Saga was more popular abroad than in Canada...totally inexplicable. A truly amazing band. I saw their final show in Toronto in February of 2018...incredible😊👍🏾👍🏾
61guitbox
Dan Fraser saw them twice in Toronto during the 90’s .. wish i could’ve been there.. must’ve been quite the show !
trevor smith
One of the best Canadian bands ever
Alx Jetson
Rush/Saga/Triumph
Florentino Sanz Pastor
The best
@Redbaron863
Fantastic album. I think it's their most timeless.
pianoballad2
Awesome tune! Brings me back to my high school days, thanks for posting.
Hawkwind62
I remember seeing these guys at the Bolton arena when this album was out. Have they ever gone far since those days. Great band making great music!
DrTomoculus
This is like progressive disco music. WTF! If I had heard Saga back then i would have bought this album immediately! I didn't hear them until 1981. I'm just hearing their first album now! This stuff is amazing!