Promised Land
Avantasia/Jørn Lande Lyrics
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Now what's become on me
taken in by promise
awakening in grief
Collecting us like puppets
you instrumentalize
A frigid trepidation
God gave his word just to let us down
Where is he now?
You've been facing heaven
You were lost to left alone
You're welcome to my home and
Found another heaven
It was you who took my hand
Come into the promised land
You scratched my back and I scratched yours
It s you who makes decisions
I just open up the doors
Whining in the gutter
They forget their sanctity
Welcome to my clockwork
Vanity machinery
You gave your word
You let me down
What am I now
You've been facing heaven
You were lost to left alone
You're welcome to my home and
Found another heaven
It was you who took my hand
Come into the promised land
Oh as far as the eye can see
They re bent in submission
Empty inside
An army of scarecrows like me
Thousands of broken dreams
Thousands of tragedies
Tried to run from their destiny
Like moths to a flame
Driven by vanity
They been off to Jerusalem
Chasing a dream
Calling on me
We re just trading in needs
You've been facing heaven
You were lost to left alone
You're welcome to my home and
Found another heaven
It was you who took my hand
Come into the promised land
You've been facing heaven
You were lost to left alone
You're welcome to my home
Found another heaven
It was you who took my hand
Come into the promised land
The lyrics of "Promised Land" by Avantasia/Jørn Lande portray a sense of betrayal and disillusionment towards religious or spiritual promises. The song begins with the singer addressing a redeemer or a figure of authority, expressing their disappointment and grief over being deceived by promises. The line "taken in by promise, awakening in grief" suggests that the singer placed their trust in these promises, only to be awakened to the harsh reality of being manipulated and controlled.
The lyrics then describe the manipulative nature of the redeemer, who treats people as puppets, using them for their own benefit. The phrase "a frigid trepidation in a million puppet eyes" illustrates the fear and emptiness felt by those who have been controlled and deceived. The singer questions the trust they once had, wondering where God, or the entity representing promises, is in their time of need.
The chorus expresses a longing for salvation or a "promised land" that the singer believed in. They express the discontent of being neglected and left alone in their pursuit of heaven. However, the singer opens their home to the redeemer, symbolizing a willingness to forgive and give another chance. It is revealed that the singer's trust had been taken advantage of, as they mention how they scratched the redeemer's back but received no reciprocation.
The lyrics then shift to a broader perspective, portraying a world full of submission and emptiness. The army of scarecrows and broken dreams symbolize the masses who have been lured into pursuing false promises, like moths to a flame. The reference to Jerusalem and trading in needs suggests that people are easily swayed by vanity and material desires, without realizing the consequences or the absence of genuine fulfillment.
Overall, "Promised Land" reflects a sense of disillusionment, questioning the credibility of promises made by religious or authoritative figures. It explores themes of betrayal, manipulation, and the emptiness that comes from chasing false dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey redeemer
Hello savior
Now what's become on me
What has happened to me
taken in by promise
Deceived by promises
awakening in grief
Waking up to sorrow
Collecting us like puppets
Gathering us like marionettes
you instrumentalize
You manipulate
A frigid trepidation
A fearful chill
in a million puppet eyes
Reflected in countless eyes
God gave his word just to let us down
Divine promises turned out to be empty
Where is he now?
Where is God now?
You've been facing heaven
You have been seeking salvation
You were lost to left alone
You were abandoned to be alone
You're welcome to my home and
You are invited to my refuge
Found another heaven
Discovered a new paradise
It was you who took my hand
You were the one who guided me
Come into the promised land
Enter the land of promises
You scratched my back and I scratched yours
You helped me and I helped you in return
It's you who makes decisions
You are the one in control
I just open up the doors
I simply provide opportunities
Whining in the gutter
Complaining in the streets
They forget their sanctity
They disregard their sacredness
Welcome to my clockwork
Enter my mechanized world
Vanity machinery
Conceited machinery
You gave your word
You made a promise
You let me down
You disappointed me
What am I now
Who am I now
Oh as far as the eye can see
As far as one can see
They're bent in submission
They are bowed down in submission
Empty inside
Void within
An army of scarecrows like me
A multitude of people like me, empty and dilapidated
Thousands of broken dreams
Countless shattered aspirations
Thousands of tragedies
Numerous misfortunes
Tried to run from their destiny
Attempted to escape their fate
Like moths to a flame
Drawn irresistibly like insects to light
Driven by vanity
Motivated by conceit
They've been off to Jerusalem
They have journeyed to Jerusalem
Chasing a dream
Pursuing an elusive vision
Calling on me
Calling out for help to me
We're just trading in needs
We are merely exchanging desires
You've been facing heaven
You have been seeking salvation
You were lost to left alone
You were abandoned to be alone
You're welcome to my home
You are invited to my refuge
Found another heaven
Discovered a new paradise
It was you who took my hand
You were the one who guided me
Come into the promised land
Enter the land of promises
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Written by: Chuck Berry
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