River Queen Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Kingofstilport 

Cover art for River Queen lyrics by Volbeat

Deep for Volbeat at this point, this is about religious oppression, the loss of innocence, and the significance of memory and love. It's the story of a river queen, an angelic figure, who ultimately falls victim to the greed and corruption of god's men. She is described as a woman, a selfless figure lying on silver stones to give to the poor. However, the arrival of god's men marks a turning point, where they take everything from her, implying the misuse of power and the manipulation of religion, turning selflessness to selfishness.

Generally, this track criticizes the loss of humanity's senses in life. It points out the importance of remembering those who have suffered, while also urging listeners to question oppressive systems. The river queen is a symbol of innocence, love, and selflessness, and her story serves as a reminder of the potential for both good and evil within human nature.

Song Meaning
Negative
Subjective
Sadness
Religious Oppression
Loss Of Innocence
Memory
Love
Corruption