the last unicorn
America/Jimmy Webb Lyrics
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And the last lion roars at the last dusty fountain
In the shadow of the forest though she may be old and worn
They will stare unbelieving at the last unicorn
When the first breath of winter through the flowers is icing
And you look to the north and a pale moon is rising
And it seems like all is dying and would leave the world to mourn
I'm alive, I'm alive
When the last moon is cast over the last star of morning
And the future has passed without even a last desperate warning
Then look into the sky where through the clouds a path is torn
Look and see her how she sparkles, it's the last unicorn
I'm alive, I'm alive
The Last Unicorn Part 2 is the melancholic sequel to the hopeful Part 1 by America/Jimmy Webb. The song portrays the lament of the last unicorn as it faces the end of its species, much like a tragic hero accepting fate. The first stanza describes the end of the natural order, as the last eagle and lion fall silent and dormant, leaving the unicorn as the sole survivor. Despite being weary from time, it remains a wonder to behold for those who witness it, yet they cannot comprehend the magnitude of its existence.
In the second stanza, the onset of winter foreshadows the ending of all life, and as the world descends into darkness, the laughter of the last unicorn can be heard. The laughter may be interpreted as a symbol of defiance or a resignation to fate, depending on the listener's interpretation. The final stanza speaks to the end of all things, including the future, hinting at the apocalypse. However, as the clouds part, the last unicorn is revealed to be alive and well, as it sparkles in the sky, defying the end of all things.
Overall, the lyrics of The Last Unicorn Part 2 are an allegory for the human condition, exploring themes such as death, existence, and hope. The unicorn, being a magical creature of myth, represents the extraordinary and the unattainable, while its plight symbolizes the struggles of mortal beings who face their own inevitable ends.
Line by Line Meaning
When the last eagle flies over the last crumbling mountain
When the end of the world is near, and everything is crumbling
And the last lion roars at the last dusty fountain
Even the bravest of animals will feel helpless
In the shadow of the forest though she may be old and worn
Even though she may look weak, she is powerful in her own way
They will stare unbelieving at the last unicorn
People will be amazed to see her, despite everything else that's happening
When the first breath of winter through the flowers is icing
When the flowers start to freeze at the beginning of winter
And you look to the north and a pale moon is rising
And you notice the moon rising in the sky, signaling the changes that come with winter
And it seems like all is dying and would leave the world to mourn
It feels like everything is coming to an end, and everyone will feel sad
In the distance hear the laughter of the last unicorn
Despite everything else, the last unicorn is still around, and her presence brings joy
I'm alive, I'm alive
The last unicorn is alive, and she feels it
When the last moon is cast over the last star of morning
When the final chapter of life is complete, and everything is fading away
And the future has passed without even a last desperate warning
And the future comes and goes without much notice
Then look into the sky where through the clouds a path is torn
But even then, if you look hard enough, there is hope
Look and see her how she sparkles, it's the last unicorn
And if you can find her, you will see the last unicorn, shining and magical
I'm alive, I'm alive
And she will remind you that she is still alive and well
Lyrics Š Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JIMMY WEBB
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Melodia
Lyrics
When the last eagle flies over the last crumbling mountain
And the last lion roars at the last dusty fountain
In the shadow of the forest though she may be old and worn
They will stare unbelieving at the last unicorn
When the first breath of winter through the flowers is icing
And you look to the north and a pale moon is rising
And it seems like all is dying and would leave the world to mourn
In the distance hear the laughter of the last unicorn
I'm alive, I'm alive
When the last moon is cast over the last star of morning
And the future has passed without even a last desperate warning
Then look into the sky where through the clouds a path is torn
Look and see her how she sparkles, it's the last unicorn
I'm alive, I'm alive
Sonic X 007
In Remembrance to The Last Unicorn (1982) animated film....
- Alan Arkin voice role as Schmendrick
(Born: March 26, 1934 â Died: June 29, 2023)
- Tammy Lee Grimes voice role as Molly Grue
(Born: January 30, 1934 â Died: October 30, 2016)
- Angela Lansbury voice role as Mommy Fortuna
(Born: October 16, 1925 â Died: October 11, 2022)
- Christopher Lee voice role as King Haggard
(Born: 27 May 1922 â Died: 7 June 2015)
- Keenan Wynn voice role as Captain Cully
(Born: July 27, 1916 â Died: October 14, 1986)
- Paul Frees voice role as Mabruk
(Born: June 22, 1920 â Died: November 2, 1986)
- Don Messick as Additional Voices
(Born: September 7, 1926 â Died: October 24, 1997)
- RenĂŠ Auberjonois voice role as Skull
(Born: June 1, 1940 â Died: December 8, 2019)
- Brother Theodore voice role as Ruhk
(Born: November 11, 1906 â Died: April 5, 2001)
- Ed Peck voice role as Jack Jingly, Cully's Men
(Born: March 26, 1917 â Died: September 12, 1992)
Melodia
Lyrics
When the last eagle flies over the last crumbling mountain
And the last lion roars at the last dusty fountain
In the shadow of the forest though she may be old and worn
They will stare unbelieving at the last unicorn
When the first breath of winter through the flowers is icing
And you look to the north and a pale moon is rising
And it seems like all is dying and would leave the world to mourn
In the distance hear the laughter of the last unicorn
I'm alive, I'm alive
When the last moon is cast over the last star of morning
And the future has passed without even a last desperate warning
Then look into the sky where through the clouds a path is torn
Look and see her how she sparkles, it's the last unicorn
I'm alive, I'm alive
maliv
Thank you for the lyrics.As a child it remained in my mind only this clip and this wonderful melody, cause in my country( a former communist one), that was all we saw on the tv back then.
Joe Garcia
This song ment so much to my little sister then she came down with skisofrinia ,we lost her into that wourld she created for her self ,so sad
Red Sol
She was alive, she lives on.
Amelia Warfield
Beautiful video!!đđŚâđđŚ
LadyoftheLake
Some movies from childhood are not the same when you watch them as an adult - except this one. It is just as moving. Just as melancholy. Means just as much, if not more to me than it did then. Especially since my sister, my best friend, my partner in crime, died so young.
This movie was a foreshadowing of our lives and it is everything to me. Even my sister's grave has a horse rearing up engraved on her tombstone.
Untamed Fox35
Great comment, I totally agree. This movie aged so well and will always be special, especially to those who remember it from their childhoods. And my condolences to your sister, I'm sure she was a wonderful person.
Lateshia Childs
Iâm 38 I have the DVD I recently rewatched the movie around April and the nostalgia came back to me from the first time I watched this in 1991 (I was 9 then).
scoobys .angel
i completely agree with you and im so sorry for your loss i lost my sisiter too and its the worst pain :( lots of love xx
George Lista
Beautiful. Thank you for sharing its meaning to you. I canât put into words what it meant to me as a child... and continues to impact me as an adult. Profound.