Atargatis - allegory for the creating power and the origin of life, for the urge for mystic experience, for the unfathomable and inscrutable, both outside of human spheres and deep within...
The voice of Stephanie Luzie (also vocalist of the Austrian gothic band Darkwell) is altering with a male dark voice (Lord Lornhold) while atmospheric keyboards and orchestral lines complete the varying sound of Atargatis. Groovy as well as aggressive though mostly very melodic parts are followed by gentle, solemn passages and are thus interweaved to a mystical sound material.
Discography:
Nova (2007)
Wasteland (2006)
Divine Awakening EP (2004)
Accurst from the Deep EP (2002)
Alba Gebreich EP (1999)
Official site:
www.atargatis.de
Last Goodbye
Atargatis Lyrics
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In a time when the moon is guiding my way
When the waves seem to reach for my hands
Goodbye my friends I have to go
To a land like a dream I know
And if love makes you blind you make me see
And if pain needs a victim it turns to me
I have to go
Now I've reached the final end
I hope I have gone the way you've meant
When the sea is pouring my blood on the shore
I hope you were worth to die for
Love, regret, fear and hate.
All these emotions never will fade...
The lyrics to Atargatis's song Last Goodbye deal with themes of departure, sacrifice, and the ocean. The song's narrator speaks of hearing the "sea out there" calling their name in a moment where the moon is their only guide. As they prepare to depart, they bid farewell to their friends and set off towards "a land like a dream." The lyrics suggest that the singer is undertaking a dangerous journey, one that may be prompted by love but also leads to pain and sacrifice.
The singer speaks of the possibility of death, asking if their loved ones are worth dying for as they journey forth. The ocean is a recurring symbol throughout the lyrics, serving as a reminder of the forces that can push someone towards their end. The song touches on powerful emotions of love, regret, fear, and hate, and it suggests that these feelings are inextricably tied to the experience of leaving behind the familiar and striking out into the unknown.
Overall, the lyrics to "Last Goodbye" are melancholy and poignant, capturing the feeling of a final farewell and the bittersweet rush of emotions that accompany it.
Line by Line Meaning
The sea out there is calling my name
Atargatis is sensing an irresistible pull to the sea and feels it’s calling upon her.
In a time when the moon is guiding my way
Atargatis is feeling the moonlight guide her path as she sets out on a new journey.
When the waves seem to reach for my hands
As Atargatis ventures out to sea, she feels as if the waves are beckoning her, almost reaching out to touch her hands.
Goodbye my friends I have to go
Atargatis is bidding farewell to her loved ones, knowing she must embark on this journey alone.
To a land like a dream I know
Atargatis is headed to a place she’s envisioned in her mind, a place almost too good to be true.
And if love makes you blind you make me see
Atargatis is acknowledging how love has often clouded her judgement, but this one person has made her see things more clearly.
And if pain needs a victim it turns to me
Atargatis understands that pain can manifest in different ways and sometimes she becomes its unfortunate target.
I'll remember you you have shown me the way
Atargatis expresses her gratitude to someone who has shown her the path to where she’s headed.
Now I've reached the final end
Atargatis has reached the end of her journey, but she’s uncertain whether it was worth it.
I hope I have gone the way you've meant
Atargatis is hopeful that she took the path that someone had intended for her.
When the sea is pouring my blood on the shore
Atargatis is imagining a grisly end for herself, being washed up on the shore with the sea as her final resting place.
I hope you were worth to die for
Atargatis is questioning whether the journey was worth the ultimate sacrifice which could be her own life.
Love, regret, fear and hate.
Atargatis acknowledges that, like all humans, she has experienced a wide spectrum of emotions throughout her journey.
All these emotions never will fade...
Atargatis understands that the emotions she’s undergone throughout the journey will stay with her indefinitely.
Contributed by Scarlett B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
dexter tutoriales
el verdadero sentido del amor esta dentro del alma, y cuando el corazon se enaora de lo real a lo inalcansable , solo brotan de ella palabras magikas, palabras llena de sentimientos ,llenas de dolor.......god song and video
fathomsofhiddenseas
my 2 year old son put up his arms and wave it along with the tune whenever he hears this song :)
please be nice
Of all the female fronted metal bands i listen to,I think that Atargatis is the best. <3 They're music is sooo much prettier. Love them. <3
Bloodcrimez
The sea out there is calling my name In a time when the moon is guiding my way When the waves seem to reach for my hands Goodbye my friends I have to go To a land like a dream I know And if love makes you blind you make me see And if pain needs a victim it turns to me I will remember you you have shown me the way I have to go Now I have reached the final end I hope I have gone the way you have meant When the sea is pouring my blood on the shore I hope you were worth to die for
NazTb0y
@MrMarcoisgod thanks. I think barking at ppl who have different opinions is pointless. Every point of view deserves a fair argument. I saw NW live & was impressed with Anette singing Siren. Not as good as Tarja, but good enough to bring tears to my eyes. I wouldn't consider Siren an old NW song. To me, old nw songs are before Century Child wh/ markd their first big change in sound. Stuff from WM & OB are harder to sing than the newer stuff for the most part.
NazTb0y
@MetalNightwish Are you kidding me? Stephanie kicks Anette's ass any day. I honestly doubt Annette would even be able to carry this tune... If you had said Tarja, you might have an argument, but come on now, both Tarja and Stephanie have distinct, irreplaceable voices. I wouldn't have one over the other. I would, however, rather hear Stephanie in the new Nightwish than Annette.
i〈3Gaara
why is there a picture of a electric Violin even tho its a guitar playing xD
Metalvater
sehr schöner Song
Allen Cawthon
Pretty Good
NazTb0y
@MrMarcoisgod I was responding to MetalN- who said that "it should be Anette singing." I don't know how you can even compare Anette with Tarja. Tarja has arguably a better voice than Sarah Brightman, a professional soprano who does nothing but sing. Anette struggles with a lot of songs only Tarja can sing. Anette's hot, & she puts on one hell of a show, but she's no Tarja. Stephanie does sound Irish, but she's actually Bavarian, & you can hear her Germanic roots if you listen closely.