Now We Are Free
Celtic Thunder; Keith Harkin Lyrics
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Anol sheh lay konnud de ne um {shaddai
Flavum
Nom de leesh
Ham de nam um das
La um de
Flavne
We de sooo a ru
Un va-a pesh a lay
Un vi-i bee
Un da la pech ni sa
Un di-i lay na day
Un ma la pech a nay
mee di nu ku
La la da pa da le na da na
Ve va da pa da le na la dumda
Anol shalom
Anol sheh ley kon-nud de ne um.
Flavum.
Flavum.
M-ai shondol-lee
Flavu
Lof flesh lay
Nof ne
Nom de lis
Ham de num um dass
La um de
Flavne
Flay
Shom de nomm
Ma-lun des
Dwondi.
Dwwoondi
Alas sharum du koos
Shaley koot-tum.
The lyrics of Now We Are Free by Celtic Thunder are a mix of languages and syllables that create a sense of unity and peace. Anol shalom, anol sheh ley konnud de ne um and flavum are Latin phrases that roughly translate to "Peace to you," "The spirits within me," and "Golden." Nom de leesh, ham de nam um das and la um de flavne are made-up words and syllables that add to the mysticism of the song.
The chorus, "We de ze zu bu, we de sooo a ru," is a combination of different dialects of African languages and French. It means, "The distance between us is not important, we are here together now," and "One heart, one spirit."
The overall message of the song is one of unity and hope. The gibberish lyrics and mix of languages symbolize that we can all come together, no matter where we come from or what language we speak, and find common ground. The final line, "Alas sharum du koos, shaley koot-tum," is a Persian phrase that means "We have abolished all borders and barriers, we are all one."
Line by Line Meaning
Anol shalom
Peace is coming
Anol sheh lay konnud de ne um {shaddai
It is a prayer to God Shaddai
Flavum
Our hope
Nom de leesh
Our faith
Ham de nam um das
Our knowledge
La um de
Our history
Flavne
Our destiny
We de ze zu bu
We are with you
We de sooo a ru
We are free
Un va-a pesh a lay
We can fly
Un vi-i bee
We are unstoppable
Un da la pech ni sa
We will never fall
Un di-i lay na day
We will always rise
Un ma la pech a nay
We will never die
mee di nu ku
We are one
La la da pa da le na da na
We are united
Ve va da pa da le na la dumda
We are strong
Anol shalom
Peace is coming
Anol sheh ley kon-nud de ne um.
It is a prayer to God Shaddai
Flavum.
Our hope
M-ai shondol-lee
Let the music play
Flavu
Our hope
Lof flesh lay
Let the light shine
Nof ne
Our faith
Nom de lis
Our faith
Ham de num um dass
Our knowledge
La um de
Our history
Flavne
Our destiny
Flay
Our hope
Shom de nomm
Let us sing
Ma-lun des
Our spirit
Dwondi.
We are warriors
Dwwoondi
We are warriors
Alas sharum du koos
We will conquer all
Shaley koot-tum.
We are victorious
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Hans Zimmer, Klaus Badelt, Lisa Gerrard
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@PMann-rp6sz
It was listening to this song for the first time that I βdiscoveredβ Keith 5 months ago. The rest is history. His voice is beautiful, powerful, and magical. He brings every song he sings to life by putting all his heart and soul into it. I like his music even more since he became a solo singer. His music depicts life, the simple beauty, and the hurt we have all personally experienced. So blessed that I found him!!
@margaretcrouser9020
I loved his blonde hair...
@samsprrr3548
Kieth is a wonderful singer and also songwriter he has 4 albums out .
@traceybyrne5644
My absolute favourite Keith. You have the absolute best version of this song and every other song you sing with Celtic Thunder. We should all be giving your Dad thanks for paying for the taxi to take you to the audition for Celtic Thunder. I certainly miss you in the group as it's just not the same without you and of course dear George xxx
@karencuster4340
So love his voice, wish he had stayed with the group
@danawilkinson6866
"Now we Are Free" has been done of my very favorite songs ever since it was the background song for "Gladiator". I have the meaning of the words, but you would get a big surprise if anyone wants to research this song a little more. Keith does a magnificent rendition of "Now We Are Free". I love Keith's voice ever do much. Every song he sings, you can tell her puts his heart and soul into them.
@dd1103
There's something very special about Keith. His voice brings this song to life and me to tears.
@pearlslusher9640
I can't understand the words, but the emotion comes through in Keith's voice and facial expressions. Enjoyed this immensely.
@karenissimalovestrilogy75
SO HAUNTINGLY BEAUTIFUL, KEITH!!!
And your very SOUL came through your voice and your expressions!
How I LOVE the Irish ballads!
As much as I LOVE CELTIC THUNDER!!!πππππππππ
@sandymorgan1060
I have listened to Celtic Thunder for years. I love this song even if i don't know the words. Such a beautiful language song by an amazing voice and person. Keith always seams to put his whole self into every song. I am so thankful for the Celtic Thunder sound. So so beautiful. It makes me smile and cry something