mountain
Ben Morey & the Eyes Lyrics
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High and mighty like an endless tower
A tempting and majestic sight
With a treacherous secret
There's a legend 'bout its mystery
And it speaks about a tremendous power
A creation of the Gods
At night you see the light that will invite
The fearless to the summit
Climb and you will find yourself behind
The walls of ancient stone
[Chorus]
Lost souls in the mountain's grave
Not dead or alive, just forgotten
Trapped in the adventurers' cave
All condemned to languish in darkness,
Silence and madness
Forever paying the price
In the heart of the mountain
In a dream you saw the land of gold,
As the mountain tempted in a vision
Where the angels spread their wings
There's where you'll find your freedom
To the glorious dream your soul was sold
To find the house of God became your mission
So you left your past behind,
And now you're heading for the sky
At night you see the light that will invite
The fearless to the summit
Climb and you will find yourself behind
The walls of ancient stone
[Chorus]
By the light at the summit
You are turned to stone
[Chorus]
The lyrics of "Mountain" by Ben Morey & the Eyes paint a vivid picture of a mysterious and alluring mountain located by the northern sea. Described as "high and mighty like an endless tower," the mountain is portrayed as both tempting and majestic, but also harboring a treacherous secret. The lyrics speak of a legend surrounding the mountain, hinting at a tremendous power and a connection to the divine as a creation of the Gods and a gateway to Heaven. This sets the stage for an adventure filled with intrigue and peril.
The song alludes to a fascinating phenomenon that occurs at night, where a mysterious light appears to beckon the fearless to climb to the summit of the mountain. Those who heed the call find themselves behind the walls of ancient stone, hinting at a mystical and possibly dangerous journey into the unknown. The imagery created by the lyrics evokes a sense of mystery and wonder, drawing the listener into a world of ancient mythology and unexplored realms.
The chorus of the song introduces a haunting and melancholic theme, describing lost souls trapped in the mountain's grave, neither dead nor alive, but forgotten and condemned to languish in darkness, silence, and madness. This imagery adds a layer of depth to the narrative, suggesting that the mountain holds a darker side that ensnares those who dare to seek its secrets. The idea of paying a eternal price in the heart of the mountain conveys a sense of tragedy and sacrifice that resonates throughout the song.
As the lyrics continue, the focus shifts to a dream of a land of gold, where angels spread their wings and promise freedom. The singer's soul is captivated by this vision, leading them to pursue the house of God as their ultimate mission, leaving their past behind as they strive for the sky. However, the cautionary tone of the chorus lingers, serving as a reminder of the possible consequences of such an ambitious and otherworldly quest. The final lines, where it is mentioned that by the light at the summit, one is turned to stone, adds a chilling and foreboding conclusion to the narrative, leaving the listener to ponder the price of ambition and the lure of the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a mountain by the northern sea
The presence of a prominent and monumental mountain located near the northern sea.
High and mighty like an endless tower
The mountain's grandeur and imposing height likened to a never-ending tower.
A tempting and majestic sight
The mountain's allure and majestic appearance.
With a treacherous secret
Holding a dangerous and deceitful hidden truth within.
There's a legend 'bout its mystery
A tale surrounding the mountain's enigmatic nature.
And it speaks about a tremendous power
The legend highlighting the immense power associated with the mountain.
A creation of the Gods
Believed to be a creation by divine entities.
And a gate to Heaven
Often considered a pathway to paradise.
At night you see the light that will invite
During nighttime, a guiding light appears signaling an invitation.
The fearless to the summit
Courageous individuals are beckoned to ascend to the mountain peak.
Climb and you will find yourself behind
Ascending leads to a discovery hidden behind
The walls of ancient stone
Revealing ancient structures made of stone.
Lost souls in the mountain's grave
Individuals trapped within the mountain's confines, lost and forgotten.
Not dead or alive, just forgotten
Existing in a limbo state, neither alive nor deceased but overlooked.
Trapped in the adventurers' cave
Confined in a cavern meant for explorers.
All condemned to languish in darkness,
Being sentenced to endure and suffer in darkness.
Silence and madness
In a state of quietness and insanity.
Forever paying the price
Eternally bearing the consequences of their actions.
In the heart of the mountain
Deep within the core of the mountain.
In a dream you saw the land of gold,
A vision showing a golden land in your sleep.
As the mountain tempted in a vision
The mountain holding a tantalizing allure in the dream.
Where the angels spread their wings
A place where celestial beings extend their wings.
There's where you'll find your freedom
The location where liberation awaits.
To the glorious dream your soul was sold
Your soul was captivated and dedicated to this splendid dream.
To find the house of God became your mission
A quest to discover the abode of divine entities became your purpose.
So you left your past behind,
Leaving behind your previous life and memories.
And now you're heading for the sky
Embarking on a journey towards the heavens.
By the light at the summit
In the illumination present at the mountain peak.
You are turned to stone
Transformed into a rigid and lifeless state.
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