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Basil Poledouris & Hans Zimmer Lyrics
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Light that has left me,
How could I know that you would die?
Farewell again, our dear land.
So hard for us to imagine that it's real, and not a dream.
Motherland, native home,
Farewell, our Motherland.
Let's go; the sea is waiting for us.
The vastness of the sea is calling to us, and the tides!
Hail to our fathers and forefathers.
We are faithful to the covenant made with the past.
Now nothing can stop
Our Motherland's victorious march.
Sail on fearlessly,
Pride of the Northern Seas.
Hope of the Revolution, you are the burst of faith of the people.
In October, in October,
We report our victories to you, our Revolution.
And to the heritage left by you for us
The lyrics of Basil Poledouris's song Hymn to Red October expresses a mix of sorrow, hope, and pride for the Soviet Union. The first two lines, "Cold, hard, empty. Light that has left me," convey a sense of loss and grief, possibly for a loved one who has passed away. The next lines, "How could I know that you would die? Farewell again, our dear land," add to this sense of loss and suggest that the singer may be mourning for their homeland or their country's past.
The next lines, "So hard for us to imagine that it's real, and not a dream. Motherland, native home, Farewell, our Motherland," express disbelief and confusion, perhaps from the singer's perspective on their country's current state. The following lines shift to a more hopeful and patriotic tone, depicting a call to action and a sense of loyalty to their country's history and traditions.
The last few lines of the song, "Sail on fearlessly, Pride of the Northern Seas. Hope of the Revolution, you are the burst of faith of the people. In October, in October, We report our victories to you, our Revolution. And to the heritage left by you for us," convey a sense of optimism and pride, praising the Soviet Union's naval strength and their people's commitment to their country's ideals and victories. The reference to October is likely a nod to the October Revolution of 1917 which led to the establishment of the Soviet Union.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold, hard, empty.
The feeling of loss and emptiness is overwhelming.
Light that has left me,
The loss of hope and inspiration has left me in the dark and without guidance.
How could I know that you would die?
It is difficult to come to terms with the fact that our beloved homeland is no longer alive and thriving.
Farewell again, our dear land.
Once again we bid farewell to our homeland, knowing that it may be for the last time.
So hard for us to imagine that it's real, and not a dream.
It is difficult to comprehend the reality of our loss and separation from our homeland, and it seems like a dream that we cannot wake up from.
Motherland, native home,
Our home and birthplace, where we have found our roots and sense of belonging.
Farewell, our Motherland.
We say goodbye to our homeland with a heavy heart.
Let's go; the sea is waiting for us.
It is time for us to leave and embark on a new journey, as the sea beckons us forward.
The vastness of the sea is calling to us, and the tides!
The vast and endless sea is full of possibilities and opportunities, and we are drawn towards it by its powerful tides.
Hail to our fathers and forefathers.
We pay homage to our ancestors and the legacy they have left behind.
We are faithful to the covenant made with the past.
We honor the promises and commitments made by our forefathers, and pledge to uphold their principles and ideals for the future.
Now nothing can stop
Despite the challenges that lie ahead, we remain steadfast in our determination and resolve.
Our Motherland's victorious march.
We are committed to the success and prosperity of our homeland, and will not stop until we have achieved our goals.
Sail on fearlessly,
We must move forward with courage and determination, without letting fear or doubt hold us back.
Pride of the Northern Seas.
We take pride in our accomplishments and heritage, as we sail the northern seas.
Hope of the Revolution, you are the burst of faith of the people.
We represent the hope and optimism of the revolution, and embody the faith and trust of the people in our cause.
In October, in October,
We celebrate our victories and milestones in October, the month of our revolution.
We report our victories to you, our Revolution.
We share our successes and achievements with our Revolution, and honor the legacy it has left us.
And to the heritage left by you for us.
We pay tribute to the legacy and inheritance passed down to us by our forefathers, and strive to carry it forward into the future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BASIL POLEDOURIS
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