Iron
Woodkid Lyrics
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Where innocence is burned, in flames
A million mile from home, I'm walking ahead
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
A soldier on my own, I don't know the way
I'm riding up the heights, of shame
I'm waiting for the call, the hand on the chest
I'm ready for the fight, and fate
The sound of iron shots is stuck in my head
The thunder of the drums dictates
The rhythm of the falls, the number of deaths
The rising of the horns, ahead
From the dawn of time to the end of days
I will have to run, away
I want to feel the pain and the bitter taste
Of the blood on my lips, again
This steady burst of snow is burning my hands
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
A million mile from home, I'm walking away
I can't remind your eyes, your face
Woodkid's song "Iron" is a powerful and emotive expression of the struggle and sacrifice inherent in the pursuit of victory. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a soldier who is far from home, frozen to the bones and unsure of his own path. He is waiting for the call to arms, wearing his fate on his chest as he prepares to face his enemies in battle.
The opening lines of the song describe a scene of darkness and despair. The soldier is deep in the ocean, far from the safety of home. Here, innocence has been burned away by the flames of war, leaving him alone with his thoughts and fears. The use of the word "dead" reinforces the sense of isolation and loneliness, highlighting the sacrifices made by those who fight for their beliefs.
As the song progresses, the soldier's resolve begins to strengthen. He is a "soldier on my own" and he is "riding up the heights of shame." Despite the challenges he faces, he remains steadfast in his determination to fight for what he believes in. The sound of iron shots and the thunder of drums feed his resolve, pushing him forward as he prepares for the battle ahead.
The song closes on a powerful note, with the soldier acknowledging the pain and sacrifice that come with the pursuit of victory. He is willing to endure the bitter taste of blood on his lips and the burning cold of the snow as he walks away from home, fully aware that his journey may take him to the end of his days. It is a haunting and deeply moving expression of the bravery and courage required to stand up for what you believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep in the ocean, dead and cast away
I am in a place where there is no life, where things that were once alive are now lost and forgotten.
Where innocence is burned, in flames
Here, even the purest things are corrupt and destroyed.
A million mile from home, I'm walking ahead
I am far from where I am supposed to be, but continuing my journey nonetheless.
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
I am so cold and numb that it feels like my bones are frozen solid.
A soldier on my own, I don't know the way
I am alone in this battle, unsure of where to go or what to do next.
I'm riding up the heights, of shame
I am climbing higher and higher, even though it fills me with guilt and regret.
I'm waiting for the call, the hand on the chest
I am ready for whatever comes next, anticipating the signal to act.
I'm ready for the fight, and fate
I am prepared to do battle, no matter the cost.
The sound of iron shots is stuck in my head
The echoes of war and violence are haunting me, replaying over and over again.
The thunder of the drums dictates
The steady beat of the drums signals the approach of danger and conflict.
The rhythm of the falls, the number of deaths
The patterns of the violence and chaos are becoming more and more predictable, as are the casualties.
The rising of the horns, ahead
The warning signs are there, and my enemies are advancing.
From the dawn of time to the end of days
This struggle has been going on since the beginning of time and will continue until the very end.
I will have to run, away
I might need to flee, to escape the violence and danger.
I want to feel the pain and the bitter taste
Despite the horrors of war, part of me craves the intensity and rawness of the experience.
Of the blood on my lips, again
I want to taste the blood of battle, to feel alive and in control.
This steady burst of snow is burning my hands
Even the snow, which should be soothing, is causing me pain.
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
My mind and body are numb, unable to feel anything except for cold and fear.
A million mile from home, I'm walking away
I am leaving everything behind, without a clear destination, as long as it takes me away from here.
I can't remind your eyes, your face
I am so lost in this battle, that I can barely remember what my loved ones look like anymore.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Yoann Lemoine
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@king2176
Deep in the ocean, dead and cast away
Where innocences burn in flames
A million mile from home, I'm walking ahead
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
A soldier on my own, I don't know the way
I'm riding up the heights of shame
I'm waiting for the call, the hand on the chest
I'm ready for the fight, and fate
The sound of iron shocks is stuck in my head,
The thunder of the drums dictates
The rhythm of the falls, the number of deads
The rising of the horns, ahead
From the dawn of time to the end of days
I will have to run, away
I want to feel the pain and the bitter taste
Of the blood on my lips, again
This deadly burst of snow is burning my hands,
I'm frozen to the bones, I am
A million mile from home, I'm walking away
I can't remind your eyes, your face
@sweetcake6152
wait isnt it
Stargate, Ubisoft, Sparkle.
Fade in to the left hand
of a sleepy man.
How'd he fall asleep there?
Help up the sleepy hooded man.
That's what beds are for.
Drag him cross the stone floor.
Front shot then a shot from the ceiling.
He could get carpet burned.
Slow fade.
Cut to white on a boat, I'm looking ahead.
Holding on a rope.
I am... nauseous,
Now I'm alone, and walking away.
And I'm afraid of heights.
Oh sh**, how'd I get up here?
If I fall then I would be dead.
I made it down alright.
I feel great... RAAHH!
GOD! COME ON!
Whoever shot that arrow's gonna pay.
Enter Bald Guy With a Cape.
Break the arrow off, you can take a bald guy.
Then you see the bald guy
joined by some other guys.
RUN UP!
In slow motion, kick a guy in the head.
Stab his friend.
Spin around, roll off.
Punch a face.
Start out in slow motion first,
then use your speed hack.
Grab a sword, use it to deflect.
Stab him in the back.
Get down just in time, and
slap him in the face.
Friendly Fire's on, apparently.
Why unsheath your blade?
Make 'em use their own.
Time out, lemme get my Weap's...
IN SLOW-MO.
I am the first X-Man.
That joke's ahead of our time,
but you still gonna die!
Who the hell is that guy?
The second X-Man.
Don't watch him walk away,
or you'll lose a hidden blade
and get surrounded.
OOWHITE!
Evil Bald Guy With a Cape.
Ezio plans his escape.
Boss waits patiently, Ezio shakes free
All the Royal Guards pee themselves
Main Boss calls them off with his right hand
Slow dramatic zoom-pan.
Doesn't phase the hooded man.
Cape-Clad Bald Guy Sentence Ezio To Die.
Then he sees Altair from the first game. (gotta change Ezio to Altair and last to first)
He used to jump off those, anyway.
Under each of those there's a bale of hay.
After you synchronize, Leap of Faith.
Nod at the bird PEOPLE DIE,
Everywhere PEOPLE DIE.
@thewoodcutter1731
LYRICS:
Deep in the ocean, dead and cast away
Where innocence is burned in flames
A million miles from home, I'm walking ahead
I'm frozen to the bones, I am...
A soldier on my own, I don't know the way
I'm riding up the heights of shame
I'm waiting for the call, the hand on the chest
I'm ready for the fight, and fate
The sound of iron shots is stuck in my head,
The thunder of the drums dictates
The rhythm of the falls, the number of dead
The rising of the horns, ahead
From the dawn of time to the end of days
I will have to run, away
I want to feel the pain and the bitter taste
Of the blood on my lips, again
This deadly burst of snow is burning my hands,
I'm frozen to the bones, I am...
A million miles from home, I'm walking away
I can't remind your eyes, your face
@RedstoneRecords
Woodkid's music is perfect for my training
@zeven1796
Radapedaxa What training? to become some kind of god?
@RedstoneRecords
Zeven Kaizo
Nah. It's just Muay Thai.
@zeven1796
yo, me too xd
@lustigd9218
Radapedaxa i make Ninjustu
@xpecialx.5771
This song can only be good for sleep training...
@willjfit9345
This was the most perfect song for a Assassins Creed trailer🙏
@immortaljanus
Indeed.
@PrimalLiger
Facts
@noob_plays3183
Tbh pretty much the entire album was.