The band resides in Cordeiro, Brazil (Cordeiro means “Lambtown” in English). The town is a small rural village. If you ever visit, the last thing you would expect to find is a super talented band singing American style Rock.
Daltri Barros, lead singer of South Cry, has had dreams of being a rock star since he was 15 years old. He even taught himself English by writing music in English.
The band finished their first album, Beyond Metaphor, in 2003. The album was made using borrowed instruments and recording in a put together studio. This album is now available on iTunes and is an interesting part of their history.
As the band progressed an uncle of Guill Erthall (lead guitars) decided to help the band chase their dreams. Paulo Velloso financed the making of the band’s second album “Keep An Eye On Me”. The band acquired their own instruments and recorded at a professional studio in Rio de Janeiro in 2008. However, the band still lacked any credible professional help with things such as mixing, mastering, and even producing. These elements might have been the missing ingredient keeping the band’s second album from making it big.
In 2009 an American took over as manager of the band. And soon there after the band was able to hook up with a world class producer from the USA to work with them on their next album.
Many of the top producers in the music industry were contacted. Surprisingly nearly every one of them responded back eagerly saying they would like to work with South Cry. The band manager actually had to say “thanks but no thanks…” to a 5 time Grammy Award winner and many others. It was a weird thing to do when representing a band with absolutely zero commercial success. Yet it showed how much potential the band has when it grabs the attention of so many top level producers.
After so much positive momentum the band got some terrible news. They would not be receiving their American visas. It seemed the US Government was not willing to welcome a band coming from such humble beginnings. Three visa denials led them to temporarily giving up on their American dreams and instead the band went to Compass Point Studios in the summer of 2010 to record their new album “Blue Moon”.
In May (2010) they travelled to Rio de Janeiro where they would take a flight to Panama. Incredibly it was the first time 3 of the 4 band members had ridden on a plane. Because the band could not enter the United States, they had to travel through Havana, Cuba in order to arrive to the Bahamas.
Compass Point Studios is a legendary studio located in Nassau, Bahamas. Many top artists have made recordings there including: U2, Bob Marley, Rolling Stones, Snoop Dog, Celine Dion, Puff Daddy, Li’L Kim, Lenny Kravitz, Jimmy Buffet, Mariah Carey, AC/DC, and many more.
Now the band is hoping to hit a home run with their third album. To make it they will need to get found through American radio. If they are successful they will be able to get their U.S. visas and finally make their dreams come true of touring in the USA! Look for more news about this hopefully soon
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Paradox
South Cry Lyrics
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It's an odd feeling that seems to bring
A wave of sadness
What if it's not reality?
Is there something wrong with me?
And then I wonder
Loving you has been a tough row to hoe [2x]
I'm not sure how it's gonna be
Our love is a thin line between
Dream and nightmare
Yes, I lied just to make you laugh
Cause my truth seems to make you bad
There's no wonder
Loving you has been a tough row to hoe [2x]
[SOLO]
Loving you has been a tough row to hoe [2x]
We've been making out
Under a rain of roses
But see what their thorns have done to us
See what their thorns have done to us...
In the song "Paradox" by South Cry, the lyrics depict a complex emotional state of uncertainty and inner turmoil. The opening lines express the singer's confusion and admission of being ill-equipped to handle the situation they find themselves in. This feeling is described as odd and triggering a wave of sadness, suggesting a certain level of emotional vulnerability. The mention of questioning the reality of the situation and wondering if there is something wrong with them indicates a sense of self-doubt and apprehension.
The repeated line "Loving you has been a tough row to hoe" further emphasizes the difficult nature of the relationship being described. The metaphorical phrase suggests that being in love with the person has been a challenging struggle. This could imply that there are obstacles or conflicts within the relationship, making it hard to maintain stability and happiness.
The lyrics then delve into the ambiguity of the singer's emotions, describing their love as a thin line between a dream and a nightmare. This line suggests that their relationship is characterized by contradictory emotions, potentially alternating between moments of bliss and moments of pain or discord. The admission of lying to make the partner laugh reveals an attempt to maintain a positive atmosphere by concealing personal truths that may have negative consequences. The juxtaposition of this deception with the partner's negative reaction highlights the complexity of their connection.
The solo section of the song does not contain lyrics but likely acts as a reflective and contemplative moment in the music. It allows the listener to absorb the weight of the emotions being conveyed in the lyrics up until that point. Following the solo, the repetition of "Loving you has been a tough row to hoe" reinforces the central theme of the song, emphasizing the continued difficulty and strain experienced in the relationship.
The final lines introduce a metaphorical image of making out under a rain of roses. While roses are traditionally associated with love and passion, the mention of their thorns alludes to the harmful consequences that have befallen the couple. This juxtaposition suggests that even moments of affection and intimacy have been tinged with pain or conflict, leaving a lasting impact on their relationship.
Overall, the lyrics of "Paradox" explore the complexities and challenges of a relationship, portraying a state of emotional confusion, vulnerability, and the lingering effects of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know how to handle this
I am uncertain and confused about how to deal with this situation
It's an odd feeling that seems to bring
This emotion is strange and brings a unique sensation
A wave of sadness
An overwhelming feeling of melancholy
What if it's not reality?
I question whether this is truly happening or not
Is there something wrong with me?
I wonder if there is something flawed or problematic about myself
And then I wonder
Furthermore, I ponder and contemplate
Loving you has been a tough row to hoe [2x]
Being in a relationship with you has been a challenging and difficult journey
I'm not sure how it's gonna be
I am uncertain about how things will turn out
Our love is a thin line between
Our affectionate bond is fragile and delicate
Dream and nightmare
It oscillates between being a beautiful fantasy and a terrifying ordeal
Yes, I lied just to make you laugh
I deceived you in order to bring joy and amusement to your life
Cause my truth seems to make you bad
Because my honesty seems to negatively affect your emotions
There's no wonder
It is unsurprising or predictable
We've been making out
We have been passionately kissing
Under a rain of roses
Amidst a shower of beautiful but potentially harmful flowers
But see what their thorns have done to us
However, observe the damage caused by their prickly thorns to our relationship
See what their thorns have done to us...
Take notice of the negative impact inflicted upon us by the thorns
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Daltri Barros
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