In the Beginning
Amorphis Lyrics
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Take into my head
To start of singing
Began reciting
We seldom get together
And meet each other
On these poor borders
The luckless lands of North
I have a good mind
Take into my head
To start of singing
Began reciting
Those words we've got
From the North's furthest fields
Those words we've got
From the heaths of Kalevala
The lyrics to Amorphis's song In The Beginning showcase a yearning for the past and a desire to reconnect with one's roots. The singer expresses a strong inclination to start singing and reciting, signifying a return to something that once brought great joy and comfort. However, the lyrics also reveal a sense of isolation and detachment from others, with the singer noting how seldom people come together on the "poor borders" of the North.
The reference to the "furthest fields" of the North and the "heaths of Kalevala" highlight the importance of cultural heritage and the power of storytelling in keeping it alive. Kalevala is a prominent Finnish national epic, which draws heavily from Finnish folklore and mythology. The singer's desire to invoke these stories shows a shared connection with a larger cultural identity.
Overall, the lyrics speak to the human need for connection and belonging, while also acknowledging the challenges of modern life that keep people apart. By invoking the power of storytelling and cultural roots, the singer attempts to bridge that divide and find a sense of community.
Line by Line Meaning
I have a good mind
I possess the mental readiness
Take into my head
An idea struck my mind
To start of singing
To commence with vocalizing
Began reciting
Started narrating
We seldom get together
It's rare for us to gather
And meet each other
And come across one another
On these poor borders
On the unfortunate boundaries
The luckless lands of North
The land of misfortune - North
Those words we've got
The utterances we possess
From the North's furthest fields
From the far-reaching terrain of North
Those words we've got
The utterances we possess
From the heaths of Kalevala
From the plains of Kalevala
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DP, ESA HOLOPAINEN, OLLI-PEKKA LAINE
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