The only constant members of Sieges Even were brothers Oliver Holzwarth (Blind Guardian) and Alex Holzwarth (Rhapsody of Fire, ex-Avantasia, ex-Angra) who performed bass and drums respectively. Original guitarist Markus Steffen originally departed in 1992, but later returned.
Sieges Even's early works are often criticised for resembling closely those of tech-metal pioneers Watchtower and then their forerunners Rushbut by the time of the band's fourth album, Sophisticated (1994), they had left those comparisons behind.
Shortly after 1997's Uneven the band split, primarily due to the prior commitments of the Holzwarth brothers. However, by 1999 the brothers had begun meeting up with Steffen again and sounding out fledgling new projects. Of these, the project to reach the most advanced stage was arguably Looking-Glass-Self featuring vocalist Andre Matos, however even this project did not progress much further than a four track promo cd when the group parted ways.
It took the trio two years to replace Matos in Looking-Glass-Self, but Dutch unknown Arno Menses was eventually chosen, triggering a name change to VAL'PARAISO just one year before the 2004 first show once again under the Sieges Even banner. The following 2005 album The Art of Navigating by the Stars was considered a long overdue comeback and was highly regarded by fans and music press.
The band's new lease of life, however, didn't last long as following just two studio albums and the live album Playgrounds with the final line-up the band decided to split due to internal differences in September 2008. Markus Steffen and Arno Menses, however, continue their partnership in Subsignal
What If
Sieges Even Lyrics
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Thought my construction was tight thought what I built up might stand the flood
Stand the flood phrases bearing a question mark are trying to board my barque
Again I start thinking what could have been what might have been
If I made up my mind in a different way what could have been
If I made you stay again I start thinking what do they mean
What do they mean all these words like "but" and "if" haunting my brain
What does it mean when all the doubts come up again
What if I've followed my vision what if I've sat on the fence
If I took a different decision if I felt a change of sense
Too many things I can't change too many setups I can't rearrange
Too many unknown lamentos I'm singing of key should I've thought of myself
Or of the pain inside climbing up the ladder I was put out of the stride
Should I've tried harder banish my doubts! What do they mean
These words like "faith" and "love" bereft of their meaning
When push comes to shove what might have been
If I made up my mind in a different way what might have been
If I made you stay what might have been
The lyrics of Sieges Even's song "What If" convey a sense of regret and introspection as the singer reflects on how he might have made different choices in his life, leading to potentially different outcomes. The opening lines suggest that the singer's carefully constructed plans or beliefs are being challenged, as water seeps in and dims the lights. The metaphor of the flood emphasizes the sense of overwhelming, uncontrollable forces that threaten to undo what has been built up.
The chorus bears a question mark, reflecting the singer's uncertain and contemplative state of mind. He wonders what might have been if he had made different decisions or if things had turned out differently. The repetition of "what do they mean" reinforces the sense of confusion and uncertainty, as the singer struggles to make sense of the implications of his past actions or inaction. The use of words such as "love" and "faith" suggests that the singer is questioning the fundamental values or beliefs that have guided his choices thus far.
The song's lyrics are introspective, melancholic and philosophical, urging the singer to think deeply on his choices and contemplate the different path he might have taken or personal changes he could have made. The sense of longing and regret, along with the questioning of one's beliefs and decisions, makes What If a poignant and powerful song.
Line by Line Meaning
Water is getting into my arch dimming out lights until dark
The singer feels overwhelmed and helpless as their carefully constructed plan starts to fall apart.
Thought my construction was tight thought what I built up might stand the flood
The singer had confidence in their plan and believed it would withstand any challenges that might arise.
Stand the flood phrases bearing a question mark are trying to board my barque
The singer is facing doubts and uncertainties that are threatening to undermine their plan.
Again I start thinking what could have been what might have been
The artist is dwelling on the past and wondering how things might have turned out differently.
If I made up my mind in a different way what could have been
The artist is considering how their choices and decisions might have altered the course of events.
If I made you stay again I start thinking what do they mean
The singer is questioning the reasons why someone close to them might have left.
What do they mean all these words like "but" and "if" haunting my brain
The singer is tormented by doubts and uncertainties, and is struggling to make sense of conflicting information and possibilities.
What does it mean when all the doubts come up again
The artist is frustrated and overwhelmed by the persistent doubts and uncertainties they are experiencing.
Remembering me: what should have been what could have been
The artist is reflecting on past events and considering how things might have turned out differently if they had made different choices or taken different actions.
What if I've followed my vision what if I've sat on the fence
The artist is speculating about how things might have turned out if they had either been more decisive or more cautious in their actions.
If I took a different decision if I felt a change of sense
The singer is considering how different choices or emotions might have altered the course of events.
Too many things I can't change too many setups I can't rearrange
The artist is frustrated by the limitations of their situation and the impossibility of altering the past.
Too many unknown lamentos I'm singing of key should I've thought of myself
The singer is uncertain and fearful about the future, and is questioning whether they should have put their own needs and desires first.
Or of the pain inside climbing up the ladder I was put out of the stride
The singer is struggling with emotional pain and feeling discouraged by setbacks that have derailed their progress.
Should I've tried harder banish my doubts! What do they mean
The singer is questioning whether they could have done more to overcome their doubts and uncertainties, and is seeking answers and clarity.
These words like "faith" and "love" bereft of their meaning
The artist is feeling disillusioned and disconnected from previously cherished ideals and concepts.
When push comes to shove what might have been
The artist is considering how things might have turned out differently if they had been forced to make difficult choices or take action in a crisis.
If I made up my mind in a different way what might have been
The singer is reflecting on how their choices and decisions might have changed the course of events.
If I made you stay what might have been
The singer is considering how things might have been different if someone close to them had chosen to stay in their life.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER HOLZWARTH, GREGOR KELLER, OLIVER HOLZWARTH, WOLFGANG ZENK
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progfox
seeing stuff like this just makes me appreciate how resilient the human body is if you really want it to do something
NEiL
Well, there are quite a few things that I'm sadly not able to do, but if I think I can make it work I can be quite stubborn :D
Efdal Teknikel
Excellent!