Bird of Prey
Bifrost Lyrics


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I am the fastest hunter - You are my chosen prey
But I cannot catch you - I only see mists of grey

Will the hunter be the hunted ?
Will he be trapped in your net ?
Will he ever catch his prey ?
You will understand now... I am bird of prey
I am bird of prey

The prey is openly guarded
But what if the keeper has departed ?
Then I will hunt you down, ha ha !
And share your blood and your flesh

Will the hunter be the hunted ?
Will he be trapped in your net ?
Will he ever catch his prey ?
You will understand now... I am bird of prey
I am bird of prey

My attack will be unexpected but don't say you were not warned
I would like to feel your heart and your sensual inner warmth

In the end we will be as one, your soul will celebrate with mine
Together we will pass gates unknown as we slowly on my wings drift away

Will the hunter be the hunted ?
Will he be trapped in your net ?
Will he ever catch his prey ?




You will understand now... I am bird of prey
I am bird of prey

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bifrost's song "Bird of Prey" depict the perspective of a predator, specifically a bird of prey, who is hunting its desired prey. The predator acknowledges its own limitations, conceding that it is incapable of catching its prey but only observing its movements through "the mists of grey." The lyrics create an atmosphere of suspense, as the predator contemplates whether it will become the "hunted" or be "trapped" in its prey's net.


The bridge of the song, however, takes a surprising turn as the perspective shifts to a more sensual one. The predator declares its desire to "feel [its prey's] heart and sensual inner warmth" and suggests that the two will become "as one" when the prey is finally caught. The song takes on an ethereal tone as the predator envisions the two passing through "gates unknown" and drifting away on the predator's wings.


Overall, the lyrics of "Bird of Prey" present a unique perspective on the predator-prey relationship and explore themes of desire, vulnerability, and the unknown.


Line by Line Meaning

I am the fastest hunter - You are my chosen prey
I am confident in my ability to catch you, and you have been chosen as my desired target


But I cannot catch you - I only see mists of grey
Despite my speed and desire, I am unable to capture you, only seeing a blurry and uncertain future


Will the hunter be the hunted ?
Is it possible that the hunter will become the prey?


Will he be trapped in your net ?
Could the hunter become ensnared in your tactics?


Will he ever catch his prey ?
Will the hunter ultimately be successful in capturing their target?


You will understand now... I am bird of prey
You will finally realize that I am a fierce and formidable predator


The prey is openly guarded
The target is well protected and not easily accessible


But what if the keeper has departed ?
If the protector has left, then the opportunity to strike arises


Then I will hunt you down, ha ha !
I will eagerly pursue you and take pleasure in the chase


And share your blood and your flesh
Upon capture, I will consume your blood and flesh


My attack will be unexpected but don't say you were not warned
I will strike with surprise, but I have already given fair notice


I would like to feel your heart and your sensual inner warmth
I desire to not only capture, but to also experience your emotional and physical essence


In the end we will be as one, your soul will celebrate with mine
Upon capture and consumption, we will become a single entity, with our souls merging


Together we will pass gates unknown as we slowly on my wings drift away
In death, we will embark on an unknown journey together, carried away on my bird of prey wings


I am bird of prey
I am a fierce and powerful predator, ready to strike with deadly force




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