The story begins in Brazil at their defining point – playing the Rock in Rio Festival, the largest concert ever held in South America. Udora battled and beat over 1,500 bands for the main prize of performing in front of a crowd of 250,000 people. The exposure at the festival led to a successful tour where they sold over 10,000 self-released CD's over more than 150 shows. Taking the band as far as they could in Brazil, Udora moved to Los Angeles, where they still reside to this day. The guys arrived with the clothes on their backs, a few guitars, and 700 dollars in their pockets. They bought a van, found an old mattress on the streets, threw it inside and this became their new home. Struggling from day to day, Udora played countless shows throughout the United States, always trying to absorb the many nuances and subtleties of the American culture, but never departing from their original roots. Things started to fall into place when more and more fans started to converge.
The buzz started growing and suddenly the industry took notice. Being in America for only a short time, Udora created the opportunity to work with some reputable music veterans. The band toured the entire US with major label rock acts such as Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains, and have worked with such top record producers as Matt Wallace (Maroon 5, Faith No More, Train), Gavin Mackillop (Toad the Wet Sprocket, Goo Goo Dolls, Sugarcult), Bob Marlette (Black Sabbath, Seether, Il Nino) and Thom Russo (System Of A Down, Johnny Cash, Audioslave).
2006 has been a fresh start for the band, as the debut of Liberty Square, produced by Thom Russo, will bring the band's unique blend of Rock, Bossa Nova and Gustavo's soul-searching lyrics, to a broad audience. "The image depicted on the album cover shows a path. Although we're striving for an end result, it's the process of getting there that's most important. The road that has to be traveled is both grim and enlightening, and to conquer your goals in life, you need to be focused on the journey, not only on the destination.", says Gustavo.
With the band's raw power and range of musical sensibilities, Liberty Square showcases an original yet familiar sound that fits perfectly into today's Modern Rock music scene. With a live show that has the explosive caress of a velvet hand grenade; Udora is determined to reach the end of this journey in order to embrace a much greater one.
Liberty Square
Udora Lyrics
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All the love is still immune to changes like before
Walking down the pathway I was lifted off the floor
I close my eyes and know it's much too strong to be ignored
All these words I hope to say
Won't you take me in today
Far away you're still in me
Liberty square right now
I dream of starting over when I'm here
As seasons passed I burned inside and longed for something more
I tried to find it carelessly by drifting from the shore
But every moment told me I could knock back at your door
Open arms all reaching til I'm back into the core
By your side is where I'll lay
Hold me in and make me stay
Liberty square downtown
Far away you're still in me
Liberty square right now
I dream of starting over when I'm here
The lyrics of Udora's song Liberty Square describe a powerful and meaningful connection with a place that holds a deep emotional attachment. The song opens with the persona seeing the place for the first time and experiencing an intense rush of emotion as they reminisce about the past. The persona acknowledges the powerful bond between their memories of the physical space and their feelings within it. They express a desire to speak of what they feel but know that words would not be enough to capture the extent of it.
In the second verse, the persona describes a period of restlessness and longing that they felt before returning to the place that gives them solace. The persona admits to trying to find what they were looking for in other places, but it just made them realize that it was only in this space that they felt truly at home. They acknowledge the sense of comfort and security they feel while in that space, and they express the desire to remain there indefinitely.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of nostalgia, longing, and belonging. The persona's connection to Liberty Square seems to be more than a physical location; it is a place that represents a sense of security and comfort and brings comfort and joy to the vocalizer.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you for the first time as the golden age was poured
I met you during a time of prosperity and wonder, when everything seemed possible.
All the love is still immune to changes like before
Our love remains constant and unwavering, despite the shifting and unpredictable nature of the world around us.
Walking down the pathway I was lifted off the floor
Being with you is like walking on air; it lifts me up and makes me feel weightless and free.
I close my eyes and know it's much too strong to be ignored
Our connection is so intense and undeniable that even with my eyes closed, I can feel the strength of our bond.
All these words I hope to say
I have so many things I want to express to you.
Won't you take me in today
Please accept me and my love right now.
As seasons passed I burned inside and longed for something more
Over time, I felt unsatisfied and restless, wanting something deeper and more meaningful in my life and relationships.
I tried to find it carelessly by drifting from the shore
I attempted to find what I was looking for in reckless and unhealthy ways, without a clear direction or purpose.
But every moment told me I could knock back at your door
Despite my wanderings and mistakes, I always felt drawn back to you, knowing that you were the one who held the answers I was seeking.
Open arms all reaching til I'm back into the core
You always welcomed me back with open arms, and with you, I felt like I had returned to my true home and center.
By your side is where I'll lay
I want to be with you, close and connected, for as long as we both shall live.
Hold me in and make me stay
Please keep me safe and secure in your love, and don't let me go.
Liberty square downtown
A specific place that holds special meaning for the singer and their relationship with the person they are addressing.
Far away you're still in me
Even when physically separated, the singer still feels a deep connection to the person they are addressing.
Liberty square right now
Referencing the present moment, the singer is thinking of the special place and the memories associated with it.
I dream of starting over when I'm here
When in the presence of the person they are addressing and in the special place where memories were made, the artist dreams of a fresh start, a new beginning, and a future together.
Contributed by Adam P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.