Cyrano Of Bergerac
Dark Moor Lyrics

This is the story of more than a man
Introducing the subject of the song, who is notable and significant.

A notable gentleman (born in Bergerac)
Further detail about the subject of the song, highlighting his birthplace and character.

Who his life gave for impossible goals
Describing how the subject of the song dedicated his life to achieving difficult and perhaps unachievable goals.

That both time and fortune stole
Reflecting on how the subject of the song was thwarted in achieving his goals by circumstance and fate.

In a soulless world
Describing the world in which the subject of the song lived, as devoid of soul, empty and meaningless.

Where all is such cold as false
Further elaborating on how the world described is both cold, lacking in warmth and emotion, and false, lacking in authenticity and sincerity.

Where all has been whirled
Suggesting that the world in question is chaotic and tumultuous, constantly changing and unstable.

As if was a mad waltz
Using the metaphor of a waltz to emphasise the sense of chaos and disorientation that characterises the world described.

I mean to be like
Introducing the idea that the subject of the song wishes to be different and distinct from the world around him.

The warm spirit of a song
Describing how the subject of the song wishes to embody the essence of a song - that is, warmth, spirit, and a dream-like quality.

Noble and dreamlike
Emphasising the desire to be not only noble and upright, but also imbued with an ethereal and otherworldly quality.

Now and for so long
Reiterating the enduring and unchanging nature of the subject's desires and aspirations.

In the battle and the poetry
Introducing the idea that the subject of the song is both a fighter and a poet.

Brave and dashing I will be
Describing how the subject of the song aspires to be both bold and courageous in his actions.

And when foes came ten to one
Illustrating the idea that the subject of the song was often outnumbered and outmatched in battle.

Was a foul game and I won
Describing how the subject of the song emerged victorious from a difficult and unfair battle.

While I made rhymes with the wit sword
Emphasising the subject of the song's prowess as a poet and wordsmith, likening his skill in language to that of a swordsman.

And when love came light which glows
Introducing the idea that the subject of the song falls in love - this stanza reflecting on the initial stages of that love.

Was my sad shame: heart or nose
Reflecting on the sense of self-doubt or inadequacy that the subject of the song feels about himself in relation to his love interest, and the specific physical feature that he feels is a barrier to their love.

Nose she chose
Revealing that the love interest chose to be with someone else, which has significantly impacted the subject of the song.

Falls the curtain
Using the metaphor of a curtain to describe the end of a performance or event, signifying that something important has come to a close.

Making certain
Indicating that there is now clear and definite knowledge about something that was previously uncertain.

I'm not shadow of my friend
Revealing that the subject of the song is no longer living in the shadow of someone else, but has instead emerged as their own person.

But the glory
Emphasising the idea that the subject of the song has achieved some level of greatness or acclaim.

Wrote my story
Reflecting on the way in which the subject of the song has written themselves into legend through their actions and deeds.

True love I'll defend
Reiterating the importance of love and the lengths to which the subject of the song will go to protect and defend it.

To the end
Emphasising that the subject of the song will continue to defend and protect love until the very end of their days.

But the drama had
Referring to a dramatic event or situation in which the subject of the song was involved.

Words behind good appearance
Suggesting that the subject of the song was more than just their outward appearance or actions, but also their words and thoughts.

His beauty was clad
Describing how the outward beauty of the subject of the song was something that was associated with their inner spirit and character.

With my spirit and romance
Reinforcing the sense that the image or appearance of the subject of the song was connected to their internal qualities and emotions, particularly a sense of romanticism and passion.

But the beauty died
Suggesting that the beauty or mystique of the subject of the song has been lost or tarnished in some way.

And soon the voice was got mute
Painting a picture of someone who has been silenced, either literally or emotionally, so that they are unable to express themselves or share their thoughts with others.

Letters dulcified
Using the act of sweetening something (in this case, letters) to suggest that the subject of the song has tried to cover over or obscure their true feelings with a veneer of sweetness or sentimentality.

Turn into spoilt fruit
Using the metaphor of fruit to describe something that has decayed or gone bad, perhaps reflecting that the sweetened words of the subject of the song are ultimately insincere or false.

In my dreams and false illusions
Revealing that the dreams of the subject of the song are fictitious, driven by fantasy and imagination as opposed to reality.

Sweetest lover I will be
Confirming the romanticism and idealism that previously characterised the subject of the song, and how they aspire to be a great lover.

I'm dying
Acknowledging the reality of mortality and death, which brings a sense of finality or resolution to the song.

Death can't catch
Suggesting that the subject of the song is above death, either because they have achieved some form of immortality or because they are figuratively above death in terms of their importance and influence.

A sole thing, my penache!
Emphasising the quality of panache (or flair, confidence, and style), and how this is the one thing that the subject of the song has left to give.

Now I see
Indicating a moment of clarity or understanding that has been reached by the subject of the song.

What my soul didn't
Reflecting on how there was something that the subject of the song was previously blind to or did not fully appreciate, but which they have now come to understand.

Ideal true love, real would be
Describing how the subject of the song has come to understand that real love is not just about romanticism and idealism, but is grounded in genuine emotions and authenticity.

If my eyes has been my heart
Emphasising the idea that there is a connection between the eyes and the heart, and that seeing and feeling are closely linked.

My eyes show pain now I know he's free
Revealing that the pain felt by the subject of the song is linked to the realisation that their love interest is now free and no longer bound to the subject of the song.

And he'll never be close to me
Confirming the sense of loss and regret that the subject of the song feels, knowing that their love interest is now beyond their reach.

Hero who romantically died
Describing the subject of the song as a romantic hero who has died tragically, adding to their sense of tragedy and loss.

Poet who made people sadly cry
Reflecting on how the subject of the song was not just a fighter and lover, but also a poet who was able to move people emotionally.

Your mind, can't find, can't find
Using repetition to emphasise the sense of searching or uncertainty that characterises the final part of the song.

A strong bind, a sure bind
Suggesting that there is a need for a strong, sure attachment to something or someone, but that this cannot be found or achieved.

Lover who can love with no reward
Reflecting on the idea that true love is not motivated by reward or gain, but is instead selfless and pure.

Gentleman whom will sing all the bards
Describing the subject of the song as a noble and refined person who is able to appreciate music and culture.

Your mind, can find, can find
Returning to the theme of searching or seeking, but now suggesting that there might be something that can indeed be found.

A solid sign for world is not so blind
Suggesting that there is a way to see through the blindness and chaos of the world - perhaps through some kind of artistic or intellectual insight - and that this provides evidence that the world is not wholly meaningless or chaotic.