History… Read Full Bio ↴Shakra is a Swiss hard rock band founded in the late 1990's.
History:
With their first releases "Shakra" (1997), and "Moving Force" (1999), and by touring with Great White and Uriah Heep, the early career of this Swiss band was a steep learning curve with dramatic success but the real breakthrough came with their third record "Power Ride" (2001) when singer Pete Wiedmer was forced to leave the band because of ill health, replaced by Mark Fox. Mark immediately put his stamp on the following album "Rising" (2003), which saw Shakra rise higher on the career ladder than ever before and hit the German and Swiss album charts. The band played several concerts and festivals, one of which was the prestigious "Bang Your Head" event.
The controversial video clip for the song "Chains Of Temptation" showed singer Fox giving himself a heroin injection. After supporting Iron Maiden at the Swiss "Spirit Of Rock" festival, Shakra then took the decision to tour through 12 countries with HammerFall and Stratovarius. The band played a huge show in Zurich with Guns N' Roses in 2006. Shortly after the Everest album was released, Mark Fox left the band and was replaced by John Prakesh on vocals. New releases include "Back On Track" in Feb 2011 and "Powerplay" in Jan 2013. On April 23, 2014, John Prakesh announced he was leaving Shakra. October 2015, Mark Fox joined Shakra again. A new single, Hello, was released.
Studio albums:
Shakra (1998)
Moving Force (1999)
Power Ride (2001)
Rising (2003)
Fall (2005)
Infected (2007)
Everest (2009)
Back On Track (2011)
Powerplay (2013)
High Noon (2016)
Snakes & Ladders (2017)
Live albums:
The Live Side (2000)
My Life My World (2004)
Compilation albums:
Life Tales – The Ballads (2017)
Nothing To Lose
Shakra Lyrics
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Where the lights never fade
We had to stop for the night
Walked down the strip
Temptation all around
Oh god how could I resist
I always take a chance
'cause all we do
Is just a game
So many ways-To win or to lose
We've got nothing-Nothing to lose
So many ways-To win or to lose
We keep on tryin'-That's what we choose
We made our way
Back to the Hollywood-sign
Where dreams and hopes unite
Where angels die
And stars are risin' high
Where only the best survive
I always take a chance
And roll the dice
'cause all we do
Is just a game
So many ways - To win or to lose
We've got nothing - Nothing to lose
So many ways - To win or to lose
We keep on walkin' - The way that we choose
The lyrics to Shakra's song "Nothing to Lose" tell the story of a journey into the desert where the lights are bright and temptation abounds. The singer reflects on the game of life, where there are so many ways to win or lose, and expresses a willingness to take chances and roll the dice. The journey brings the travelers to Hollywood, where dreams and aspirations lead them to take even more risks. The central message is that when you have nothing to lose, you can take more chances and live life to the fullest.
The song is a powerful anthem that speaks to the human desire for adventure and risk-taking, as well as the importance of pursuing our dreams. The lyrics are straightforward but emotional, tapping into universal themes that resonate with listeners. The use of vivid imagery, including references to the bright lights of the desert and the Hollywood sign, adds to the song's appeal.
Line by Line Meaning
Out in the desert
The setting is in the desert, a place where there are no city lights or distractions.
Where the lights never fade
This place has no artificial, temporary lights; it is truly dark out in the desert.
We had to stop for the night
The singer and his companions took a break, perhaps from driving or traveling, and needed to sleep.
Walked down the strip
They passed through the well-lit area where people go to gamble, party, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the city.
Temptation all around
The artist was surrounded by so many alluring and exciting things that could possibly lead him astray from his intended goals.
Oh god how could I resist
The singer acknowledges the difficulty of resisting the temptation, perhaps he's in a moral dilemma and struggling to make a decision.
I always take a chance
The singer is someone who enjoys taking risks and playing games.
And roll the dice
The phrase 'rolling the dice' is a metaphor for taking a gamble or risking everything on an outcome that might ultimately fail.
'cause all we do Is just a game
Perhaps the artist doesn't take things too seriously and regards everything as simply a game or play.
So many ways-To win or to lose
There are different outcomes that can arise from any situation.
We've got nothing-Nothing to lose
They are not risking anything valuable or important by taking a chance or trying something new.
We keep on tryin'-That's what we choose
The artist continues to take risks and play games because that's the choice he's made for himself.
We made our way
They started moving again.
Back to the Hollywood-sign
They were heading towards Hollywood which is full of opportunities for success and fame.
Where dreams and hopes unite
Hollywood is a place where people can pursue their aspirations and perhaps reach their goals.
Where angels die
This line could be referring to the desire to become a star, but in the process of pursuing that goal, one may lose their innocence or purity.
And stars are risin' high
Some people do find success and their dreams materialize in Hollywood.
Where only the best survive
Hollywood can be a tough place where only the most talented or determined will succeed.
We keep on walkin'-The way that we choose
The singer and his companions are moving forward in their journey, determined to reach their destination, all the while doing so on their own terms and paths.
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