Vocalist Mike Baker, only 45 years old, passed away on October 29, 2008 of a heart attack.
Several members of Shadow Gallery have made their contribution to other projects like MullMuzzler, Ayreon, Explorers Club and Star One.
All members of Shadow Gallery have fairly successful, busy lives outside the band (several are audio engineers).
Colors
Shadow Gallery Lyrics
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Everything seemed so new
The sun rising lights up my face
Fading from green
No more thoughts to deceive
For seasons of lost hope may change
Ahh so many different colors
Ahh the colors are changing
When the words didn't rhyme
Unsure what the future would hold
As days turned to nights
I chased rainbows of light
Finding no gold
No magical fountain of gold
Ahh so many different colors
Ahh the colors keep changing
So many different ways to look at things
I turn around I'/m upside down again
If nothing ever changes it's my point of view
That I can't lose
The skies fiery red
I will journey ahead
To show you how far I have flown
New day in my life
Flashing hope by design
I've finally found my way home
Ahh so many different colors
Ahh now my world is slowly changing
So many different ways to look at things
If you've fallen down you gotta get back up again
So many different shades of everything
Now I see with open eyes a brighter world within
The skies forever changing that's the point of view
I just can't lose
This new born wisdom guides me through
Feel the cool winds of heaven
In the blue of your eyes
Dreams of you and I together
A love we cannot deny
Feel the tide of the ocean
On and on 'till I see your light
And the warmth of the sky
On and on
Passion breathes with emotion
We will soar
We will soar with wings on high
On high
On high
So many different ways to look at things
If we've fallen down we gotta get back up again
So many different ways the colors change
Every time I turn around we're hanging on the edge
Our skies forever changing that's the point of view
I give to you
I know that time will see us through
I hope the colors soon find you
The song "Colors" is a powerful and introspective piece by Shadow Gallery that explores the theme of change and growth. The opening lines suggest a sudden awakening, a moment when the world around the singer comes into sharp focus, and everything seems to be reborn. The light from the rising sun "lights up [his] face", and the green that had previously dominated the landscape fades away. This is a clear metaphor for a new beginning, a time when old patterns of thought and behavior are shed in favor of something fresh and exciting.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on his past struggles, particularly the times when everything seemed uncertain and changing. He speaks of moments when words didn't rhyme and uncertainty reigned. However, despite these difficulties, he never gave up, instead chasing rainbows of light, always searching for something more. Yet, despite his best efforts, he never found the "magical fountain of gold" he was searching for.
The song's chorus, "Ahh so many different colors, Ahh the colors are changing," underscores its central message. Life is unpredictable, always in flux, and it is up to us to adapt to these changes, to see the world in new and different ways. The singer speaks of seeing everything with open eyes, of finding a brighter world within, and of feeling a new sense of wisdom that guides him through the ups and downs of life. The song ends on a hopeful note, with the singer expressing his desire for others to experience the same sense of growth and transformation that he has found.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of the blue
Suddenly and unexpectedly
Everything seemed so new
The situation appears unfamiliar
The sun rising lights up my face
The arrival of a new day
Fading from green
Disappearing slowly
No more thoughts to deceive
No more misleading ideas
For seasons of lost hope may change
Time can bring positive changes
Ahh so many different colors
The world has a variety of options
Ahh the colors are changing
The world constantly evolves
Moments in time
Specific instances that define life
When the words didn't rhyme
When life felt unstructured and chaotic
Unsure what the future would hold
Uncertain about what lies ahead
As days turned to nights
The passage of time
I chased rainbows of light
Pursued unrealistic goals
Finding no gold
Not achieving success
No magical fountain of gold
Wishes and dreams cannot come true
So many different ways to look at things
Multiple perspectives on life
I turn around I'm upside down again
Unexpected and confusing changes
If nothing ever changes it's my point of view
The way one perceives life defines their experience
That I can't lose
Knowing oneself is a constant in life
The skies fiery red
A new chapter in life
I will journey ahead
Choose to move forward in life
To show you how far I have flown
Demonstrating personal growth to others
New day in my life
A fresh start
Flashing hope by design
Determined to be optimistic
I've finally found my way home
Discovering a sense of belonging in life
If you've fallen down you gotta get back up again
Perseverance and resilience is key
So many different shades of everything
Multiple interpretations of life
Now I see with open eyes a brighter world within
Optimism and gratitude for life
The skies forever changing that's the point of view
Change is an inevitable part of life
I just can't lose
Confidence and self-assurance
This new born wisdom guides me through
Learn from past experiences to make informed decisions
Feel the cool winds of heaven
Sensory experiences provide comfort and peace
In the blue of your eyes
Finding contentment in another person
Dreams of you and I together
Positive aspirations for the future
A love we cannot deny
Strong emotional attachment
Feel the tide of the ocean
Nature has a calming effect
On and on 'till I see your light
Enduring and determined to succeed
And the warmth of the sky
Positive sensations inspired by nature
Passion breathes with emotion
Strong feelings can fuel motivation
We will soar with wings on high
A metaphor for achieving success
So many different ways the colors change
Life is unpredictable and ever-changing
Every time I turn around we're hanging on the edge
Life is full of challenging moments
I give to you
Offering support and encouragement
I know that time will see us through
Trusting in the power of time and perseverance
I hope the colors soon find you
Wishing positivity and happiness for others
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: GARY WEHRKAMP, MICHAEL BAKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Marctull66
Masterpiece. It was one of the biggest pleasures to review and promote Legacy, and I called this track a cathedral of voices... R.I.P. Mike Baker...
@JCSoto80
This song is so special to me... it eases my pain...it describes my awakening in life... the perfect song
@kaanaslim
One of the best songs that ever created :)
@Julionp
This song makes me breathe easier
@MelissaAntonella
❤
@acidbath3226
are they singing about lost?