„I don’t know how long it will be act, because it depends only myself. So it isn’t plausible to conclude the band’s working. I like to do it. I need an extra to feel well and this is Aetherius Obscuritas. This is my salute to the Black Metal „Ancestors” and adifying the Hungarian underground black metal scene, this means me BLACK METAL. I don’t care this nowadays marker, „true black metal”, that’s why I don’t give any markers to my music.
Furthermore, i have to name some bands who are the big influences for me, and without them my music may looks like else or doesn’t be at all. At first, primarily thanks to Varg to charmed me with his earlier works, Aske and Burzum, why for his invidual voice got moved things in me. The secund is Ancient. Hereby also the older ones, especial „Chainian Chronicle”, which is a huge influence. And of course, I can’t miss out Ragnarok, All my awe is them…”
Ea Lord Of The Depths
Aetherius Obscuritas Lyrics
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[November '91]
The Head is a Head of a Serpent
From its Nostrils Mucus Trickles...
The Ears Are those of a Basilisk
His Horns Are Twisted into three Curls
The Base of His Feet Are Claws
His Name Is Sassu Wunnu
A Sea Monster. A Form of Ea
The lyrics to Aetherius Obscuritas's cover of Burzum's "Ea Lord of the depths" are a combination of descriptions of the physical characteristics of the mythological creature, Sassu Wunnu, and allusions to the Mesopotamian god of water, Ea. The description of Sassu Wunnu paints an image of a terrifying sea monster with serpent-like features, a basilisk's ears, and the physical characteristics of a sunfish. The name, Sassu Wunnu, is also explained to be a reference to this creature.
Furthermore, the lyrics also describe Sassu Wunnu as being a form of Ea, the god of water in the ancient Mesopotamian religion. This allusion suggests that Sassu Wunnu is a manifestation of the power and terror of water. The combination of these two mythological references creates a haunting image of a creature that is both terrifying and awe-inspiring. The lyrics encourage the listener to imagine the immense power of the ocean and the fear that it can inspire.
Overall, the lyrics to "Ea Lord of the depths" by Aetherius Obscuritas are rich in references to ancient mythology, painting a vivid picture of a terrifying sea monster named Sassu Wunnu. The allusions to the Mesopotamian god Ea add depth to the lyrics, emphasizing the overwhelming power and majesty of the ocean.
Line by Line Meaning
The Head is a Head of a Serpent
The creature being described has a serpent-like head.
From its Nostrils Mucus Trickles...
This serpent-like creature has mucus coming out of its nostrils.
The Ears Are those of a Basilisk
The ears of this creature are similar to that of a basilisk.
His Horns Are Twisted into three Curls
The horns of this creature are twisted and curled three times.
The Body is a Sun Fish, Full of Stars
The body of this creature is like a sun fish and is covered in stars.
The Base of His Feet Are Claws
This creature has claws at the base of its feet.
His Name Is Sassu Wunnu
The name of this sea monster is Sassu Wunnu.
A Sea Monster. A Form of Ea
Sassu Wunnu is a sea monster and is one of the many forms of Ea, a Mesopotamian god.
Contributed by Xavier G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.