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| MonumentuM – A Thousand Breathing Crosses Lyrics
| 11 years ago
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This song is a reference to Paul Valery's "Le Cimetiere", which I believe was first finished in 1890 and then re-worked and then published in 1920. Anyway, the poem itself is about life, death and the soul. You can hear that same theme in this instrumental. |
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| Chroma Key – When You Drive Lyrics
| 12 years ago
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It annoys me when people peg this as calming, as if it were some mindless new age garbage. It's every bit troubling and sad as it is spiritual. |
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| The Gathering – The West Pole Lyrics
| 12 years ago
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Going by the overall feel of this piece, I'd say it's about death. The lyrics also drop hints as to the subject:
As I watch the miracle
Of seasons changing
I saw the leaves die
Our protagonist is contemplating life, observing and reflecting on its changes.
Silje also has more of an breath-y sadness to her "vulnerable" sounding vocals.. even a more soulful feel than Anneke did. I'll never understand how people can accuse Silje of copying her. |
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| OSI – Big Chief II Lyrics
| 12 years ago
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A nod to Earl King? http://www.hurricanebrassband.nl/Repertoire%20big%20chief.htm
This song uses terminology related to Mardi Gras (Second-line, Esplanade, a street in New Orleans). It also feels like the above song, except turned on its head and given a more modern scenario. |
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| Tiamat – A Deeper Kind Of Slumber Lyrics
| 12 years ago
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I don't think this song is about heroin at all. It's just very "out there" in nature. Right off the bat, the song makes reference to a few different mythological beings; Robin Goodfellow (a mischievous creature), Diane (NOT Dianae! Diane aka Artemis was the goddess of childbirth, hunts, virginity and the wilderness) and finally, Morpheus who is commonly known as the god of dreams. I think the opening verse pretty much defines what this song is about. Edlund uses these mythological beings symbolically to represent something feelings of not being able to have something he's had sight of (Robin Goodfellow) and feelings of hopelessness and perhaps apathy as a result (Diane, my muse. Morpheus in my heart; your sand in my veins).
Of course, I could still be way off but these are my thoughts. One of my favorite songs from their gothic rock period nonetheless. |
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| Vreid – Raped By Light Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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No comments? This is a good song. The tremolo picked bits around the 2 minute mark really add a new dimension to this. |
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| Bone Thugs-n-Harmony – Mo' Murda Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Some of their best work is on this track, imho. I think one of the most respectable things about Bone Thugs is the duality of moods in their music. These guys rap about murder and occasionally, social issues but it's all presented in a way that's convincing, nonchalant, and subtly sad (see 1st of the Month); moods which, on the surface, are seemingly incompatible; this song in particular sounding both convincing and even relaxed. Whether some of this is intentional or not, I think it's an overlooked aspect of their music. |
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| Vreid – Svart Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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I know "forlatt" means "abandoned" and "lys" means light, so I guess lysforlatt means light is completely abandoned? |
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| My Dying Bride – My Wine In Silence Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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I see it more in this way, moreso than a song about lying about love. The way the vocals are sung suggest this as well. I've also updated the lyrics. Good song. |
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| Satyricon – Hvite Krists Díd Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Good translation! :) But shouldn't the line "We are burning God's children on the bonfire" just be "We are burning God's children in the fire"? |
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| Satyricon – Hvite Krists Díd Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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I corrected a small error in this: pø bølet --> på bålet, which means "the fire" in English. pø and bølet aren't words in the Norwegian language, I don't think. |
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| Vreid – Arche Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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From what I understand, Arche essentially means 'beginning'. According to Greek philosophy, the arche is where everything originated and also where it will end. It was first theorized by Thales that water was the basis of all things, supported by the observation that moisture could be found throughout the entire world. However, this theory was refuted by his successor, Anaximander, who stated that water couldn't produce it's opposite -- fire. Anaximander proposed the idea of an indefinite substance as the arche, called apeiron. Following the pattern, Anaximenes, who was Anaximander's student, proposed a theory which stated that air is the arche, rather than an indefinite substance. Anaximenes observed that decreasing the density in air (or rarefaction) creates fire, which can become water and eventually, stone (earth). |
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| Vreid – The Blood Eagle Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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To me, this song is obviously about the torture/execution method in which the ribs are cut open and broken open so they resemble blood stained wings. It is debated whether or not this torture method is fictional or true. Some believe it was true and was brought on by hatred of Christianity by Pagans and some believe they're tales heroism, poetry or misinterpretations of the accounts. |
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| Skyclad – No Strings Attached Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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White elephant is an idiom for something that's invaluable. I agree that it's about hopelessness and failure, though. On the surface, it does seem to be about a musician who gave up on his dreams but it can be taken as a huge metaphor. Great song. |
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| Tiamat – The Temple Of The Crescent Moon Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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This album is marred by terrible production. The volume on the bass is too high at times and the kick drums have too much presence (seriously, did they really need to be that much punch? O.o). On the other hand, the cymbals and snares also lack that oomph. Great album musically but the quality is unforgivable. |
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| OSI – Free Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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I specifically like the lines:
Watch the sky,
And your television
If something don't look right
Dial 1-800-YOURE FREE
It's succinct but it implies so much and the ironic usage of the phone number is genius. A lot of people also find Mike's vocals intolerable but I think they create an interesting contrast, especially in this song. |
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| Faith No More – Zombie Eaters Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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I realize songs are open to interpretation but to me, there's no doubt this song is a metaphor for dependency. The lines:
"You're everything
That's why I cling to you
When I emerge
My thoughts converge to you
To you"
and..
"I like to make a mess
I laugh at your distress
I sit all day in my crib
Absorbing all you give
I'm helpless
I'm flawless"
are proof of this. It's over-exaggerated and silly but it's brilliant, actually. Great song. Amusing too. |
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| Cadaveria – Spell Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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In an interview with tartareandesire.com, Cadaveria mentions that this song is based around a poem by Charles Baudelaire about a witch who uses cosmic energies in rituals. I'm not sure which poem it is, though. |
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| Therion – Secret Of The Runes Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from the booklet:
"The runes are the secrets of the universe. Their inner meaning is hidden and concealed to the uninitiated. When you learn the secret of the runes your eyes shall open and you will become a god. By ancient techniques of ecstasy Odin entered into the dark spheres of runie wisdom. He sacrificed himself to himself in his search for knowledge. If you follow his example and enter the way of Odin you might be told the the true secret of the runes." |
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| Therion – Helheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"Hel, the goddess of death is also the goddess of fulfillment. Her name means both 'hole' and 'whole' and she governs not only death but also the process of birth and rebirth. Hel was hurled down to the world of ice in the beginning of time there she created nine dark worlds. The bright god Balder and the power of the sun descend into her misty realm, but in the future Balder will be reborn and rise from the womb of Hel like the sun in the springtime." |
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| Therion – Vanaheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"There are two races of gods. The Vanir-gods of Vanaheim belong to an old stock of gods, maybe even older than the Asir. They live on fertile fields and near the sea. They are known for their power over life and happiness and the seed their symbol. The lord and lady, Frej and Freja, are the rulers of Vanaheim and they are united in the sacred marriage which brings life to the arable and pasture lands. Not known to everyone is the secret lore of witchcraft which the Vanir-gods teach the chosen ones." |
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| Therion – Muspelheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"From the south comes the forces of chaos and destruction. The ultimate heat from the world of Muspel will very soon burn the world and turn it into ashes. The firegiant Surt rides with his hords to meet the gods in the final battle of Ragnarok. But the wheel of fate will turn once again and from the ash a new world will rise." |
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| Therion – Ljusalfheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"The shining ones, the elves and the fairies, are beings of enchanting beauty. They act as a thought or a fantasy and it could be easy for you to be lead astray by their splendid light. You may be lifted on their wings to the highest of skies, but beware ... in the next moment they may let you fall." |
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| Therion – Schwarzalbenheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"The dwarves and the black elves live below the ground and in stumps and stones. Among all creatures in the universe they are the foremost blacksmiths. Deep down in the underworld they forge the treasures of gods. They use the metals from the veins of earth to create the most precious things. It has been said that this folk may be able to teach you the secret of alchemy and the knowledge of making gold out of earth." |
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| Therion – Midgard Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"Some say that Midgard bears the most beautiful leaves on the worldtree Yggdrasil, but the world of man is a very fragile world and it is under a permanent threat. The sophisticated balance between polarities which is the fundament of Midgard could easly be disturbed. If that would happen the orces of chaos will inundate the earth and the end will be the only future for mankind." |
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| Therion – Nifelheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"The world of ice in the distant north is a very mysterious place. Among its fog and inside its ice, the seed of life is buried. When the heat of Muspel turn the ice of Nifel into a stream of water, the creation begins to take place. Even though the frozen water of Nifel conceal a spark of life, this is first of all a place of death and the world fear the lethal strength of the icegiants who were born here in the beginning of time." |
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| Therion – Jotunheim Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"Somewhere behind the border of the known world you may hear the drumming and the heavy steps of the giants. They are born out of the primeval forces of nature and descend from the time when not even the gods were born. Their brutal power is only surpassed by their wisdom, since the old age of the giants have made them see what neither gods nor men ever will." |
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| Therion – Asgard Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"Upon a mountain in the middle of universe, high above the world of man, rises the abode of gods. The shining halls of the gods circle in the sky like the stars and twelve signs of the zodiac. Only those who are brave and pure of heart will be brought up into the air to the palaces of Asgard. They will ride upon the rainbow and fight side by side with the gods with the gods on the end of days." |
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| Therion – Ginnungagap Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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Text from booklet:
"In the beginning there was a void, a big gap of darkness, filled the primal forces of creation. the heat of Muspel and the ice of Nifel made the essence of life come forth from the void. The first living being. The Giant Ymer, was born out of the darkness and he is the ancestor of the creates of the universe. The world was formed from his slaughtered body. Ginnungagap is the black hole from which everything came out and into which evrything return in the end." |
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| El-P – Deep Space 9mm Lyrics
| 13 years ago
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This song is perfect. El-P is definitely one of the most creative hip hop artists in the studio these days. |
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| Paradise Lost – Mouth Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Quite a simple song, but still a good one. I particularly like the video, which shows a girl reappearing in some kind of nightmare like world again and again. Interesting. |
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| Sigh – Prelude to the Oracle Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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There is almost no point in following along with the lyrics on this particular album because the guitars are always in the way, but whatever.. They weren't here yet so I decided to submit 'em in. |
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| Ween – Ocean Man Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Well, I'm new to Ween but I wouldn't necessarily say that this song is about LSD. If anything, it seems like the songs on this album are about experiences while on LSD |
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| Ween – Ocean Man Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Well, I'm new to Ween but I wouldn't necessarily say that this song is about LSD. If anything, it seems like the songs on this album are about experiences while on LSD |
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| Nevermore – Narcosynthesis Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Well for me, Nevermore is a great band but they're not one of my favorites (at least not anymore). Thrash has always been one of those genres where I end up sticking with very few bands after a while. I still follow Loomis, though. That guy is insanely talented. |
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| Mr. Bungle – My Ass Is On Fire Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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The "boo!'s" in this cracks me up. I also think it could be about getting old in general. Only a band like Mr. Bungle could write a song like this. |
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| Method Man – Biscuits Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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"I'll even test the knuckle check on the hands of time"
"Cause they could never, stop the veteran, word to God
When I'm severin the HEAD of a mental vegetarian"
Nice. |
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| OSI – Bigger Wave Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Best song on the album. As for the meaning, I'd say Super_Dude's comment is pretty accurate. |
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| October Tide – Losing Tomorrow Lyrics
| 14 years ago
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Short, but poignant. I particularly like the timbre and echoing of the percussive effect. It's amazingly simple but gives the song that much more depth. |
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