This vocal sensation’s debut album has gone gold in Canada and is being released around the world by Universal Music and its affiliates. The music of Port McNeil’s Clifton Murray, Toronto’s Victor Micallef, Ottawa’s Remigio Pereira and Vancouver’s Fraser Walters is rich and soulful with powerful anthems and the most beautiful melodies. Originally founded by Jill Ann Siemens, The Canadian Tenors’ unique repertoire is sung not only in English and French but also in Spanish and Italian reflecting their multicultural heritage and establishing the group internationally. The talented singers collaborated with world-renowned producers Quiz and Larossi in Sweden (Il Divo), Grammy Award-winner Steve Thompson (Madonna) and Juno Award winner Jeff Wolpert (Loreena McKennitt) for their self-titled debut album. The critics and audiences have agreed that this first album is a memorable hit that features a repertoire of classic songs along with romantic operatic arrangements such as their haunting and anthemic version of the well loved Adagio and the extraordinary sensation Because We Believe, composed by David Foster, Amy Skyla Foster-Gillies and Andrea Bocelli.
The Canadian Tenors have criss-crossed the globe thrilling millions of music lovers with their magical voices, their wonderful sense of humor, and their memorable music. The foursome have received rave reviews and standing ovations around the world from the Tel Aviv Opera house where they shared the stage with Andrea Bocelli to Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay Coliseum with David Foster and Friends to Toronto’s Air Canada Centre where they headlined at ONE NIGHT LIVE with STING and Sheryl Crow.
From performing opening songs for President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Tony Blair and President Shimon Peres to making musical memories at events with icons such as John Legend, Wyclef Jean and of course Canada’s musical maestro David Foster the Canadian Tenors’ reputation is that of talented singers and genuine artists with big hearts. They dazzled audiences in a cross-country tour of Holland. The Tenors also performed for thousands in London's Trafalgar Square on Canada day in 2008 andon Parliament Hill in Ottawa with Sarah McLachlan in 2009. They have thrilled the likes of HRH Prince Edward and Princess Sophia and so many others in intimate settings and locations from Tahiti to Bermuda to Vienna.
The Canadian Tenors have raised their voices to passionately support many children’s charities. They recently filmed a documentary in Africa, where their voices were united with local children’s to bring awareness of the village of Bulembu, Swaziland, a town being reborn after years of suffering. They shared the stage with Matt Damon and Ben Affleck helping children at the ONEXONE galas and performed for 10,000 cheering youth at Free The Children’s amazing “Me to We Day”.
They performed at Bryant Park’s Christmas Tree lighting in New York City on CBS Television and will star in the CBC’s Holiday Festival On Ice (singing – as their skating still needs work). They are launching a 70 city tour of the United States including dates with David Foster and releasing their second album, a Christmas Album. The Tenors have been named the Canadian Ambassadors for the 2015 Pam Am Games Toronto Bid.
Home I'll Be
The Canadian Tenors Lyrics
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I have reasons to behold
All the wonders that never cease to be
You're as timeless as the water
You're as gentle as the fields
I caress you, oh, Cape Breton in my dreams
Take away your soul
And you stopped the tears from falling
As you watched the young ones go
You're as peaceful as a clear day
You're as rugged as the seas
I caress you, oh, Cape Breton in my dreams
And home I'll be
Home I'll be
Banish thoughts of leaving
Home I'll be
I see the blue lakes, feel the passion
I have reasons to believe
There are places that will bring you to your knees
I hear voices they are calling
I have reason to pay heed
I caress you, oh, Cape Breton in my dreams
And you kept your arms wide open
To let your children know
Wherever there is distance
The heart is always home
You're as soulful as a choir
You're as ancient as the hills
I caress you, oh, Cape Breton in my dreams
And home I'll be
Home I'll be
Banish thoughts of leaving
Home I'll be
And home I'll be
Home I'll be
Banish thoughts of leaving
Home I'll be
Banish thoughts of leaving
Home I'll be
The Canadian Tenors' song "Home I'll Be" is a powerful tribute to the beauty and spirit of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, Canada. The lyrics describe the natural wonders of the region, from its mountains and salt air to its timeless water and gentle fields. The singer expresses a deep connection to Cape Breton, as if he has been caressing it in his dreams, and notes that even in the hard times, it never lets go of its soul. In the second verse, the song shifts to a focus on the blue lakes and passion of the area, with voices calling and the hills being described as ancient. Throughout the song, the refrain emphasizes the singer's strong desire to return to Cape Breton and banish thoughts of leaving.
Line by Line Meaning
I see the mountains, feel the salt air
I am immersed in the natural beauty of my surroundings and am uplifted by the salty ocean breeze.
I have reasons to behold
There are many compelling factors that make this place worth experiencing and appreciating.
All the wonders that never cease to be
The marvels of this place are enduring and never fail to impress me.
You're as timeless as the water
Like the ocean, this place is eternal and everlasting in its beauty and essence.
You're as gentle as the fields
The calm and peaceful atmosphere of this place is reminiscent of an open and quiet field.
I caress you, oh, Cape Breton in my dreams
Even when I am not physically present, I hold this place close to my heart and cherish it deeply.
And you never let the hard times
Despite hardships and difficulties, this place remains resilient and steadfast in its character.
Take away your soul
The soul and spirit of this place remain intact and powerful despite adversity.
And you stopped the tears from falling
Even in moments of sadness or loss, this place provides comfort and strength to those who call it home.
As you watched the young ones go
While some may leave this place to seek new opportunities, the love and memory of it remains with them always.
You're as peaceful as a clear day
The tranquility and calm of this place is like a day without clouds or storms.
You're as rugged as the seas
The raw and natural beauty of this place is like the powerful waves of the ocean.
And home I'll be
This place will always be a home and source of comfort for me.
Banish thoughts of leaving
I will not let doubts or uncertainties distract me from the love and connection I feel for this place.
I see the blue lakes, feel the passion
I am moved emotionally by the stunning scenery and beauty of this place, which fills me with passion and energy.
I have reasons to believe
My intuition and sense of belonging tell me that this place is special and meaningful to me.
There are places that will bring you to your knees
Some places are so awe-inspiring and humbling that they leave us feeling overwhelmed and humbled.
I hear voices they are calling
The sounds and voices of this place beckon to me, calling me home.
I have reason to pay heed
I know that listening and responding to these calls is important and meaningful to me personally.
And you kept your arms wide open
This place is welcoming and embracing, always open to those who return to it with open hearts and minds.
To let your children know
Those who grow up in this place are nurtured and taught to appreciate its value and beauty from a young age.
Wherever there is distance
No matter how far away I may be physically, my heart and soul remain connected to this place always.
The heart is always home
The sense of home and belonging I feel for this place resides within me always, no matter where life takes me.
You're as soulful as a choir
The rich, resonant spirit of this place is like the harmonious voices of a choir singing together.
You're as ancient as the hills
The deep and profound roots of this place are like the ancient and everlasting hills in the surrounding landscape.
And home I'll be
This place will always be a resting place and sanctuary for me.
Banish thoughts of leaving
I will not let external pressures or distractions pull me away from the love and loyalty I feel for this place.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RITA MACNEIL
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