What Child Is This?
Dr. Linda Reese with Adam Chester Lyrics
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Uh, Mr. Anderson come to the front!
Yo, listen up! Rivendell's in the house
Elrond's here to tell ya what it's all about
Wind rustlin' through trees, the chant's in the air
An elvish tale that's beyond compare
Who stood to Isildur? Elrond's the name!
Led High Elves through Mordor, in history's frame
Our 'Truth and Legacy' makes ya beg for more
We stand as one, ain't no divisions here
Drivin' away the Darkness, breakin' down fear!
You doubters listen close, make it crystal clear
Dark Elf Drizzt is enterin'—y'all better cheer!
From Icewind Dale, Drizzt Do'Urden has come
Twin blades unsheathed, we fight as one!
To shut down Malekith, show him the door
With us, he ain't welcome, not now, not evermore!
Helm's Deep finale, a tale hard to tell
Dragonslayers born, where heroes dwell
Orcs, Humans, Dwarves—unified that night
Different races, one goal, keepin' the dream in sight!
We stand as one, ain't no divisions here
Drivin' away the darkness, breakin' down fear!
You doubters listen close, make it crystal clear
Dark Elf Drizzt is enterin'—y'all better cheer!
Tour's done, but the work's far from endin'
A movement of unity, our message we're sendin'
This is Middle-Earth, stories are ours to tell
Unified, yet kind; in this tale, we dwell
Ugh, lurkin' in the Shadows, I'm the Accursed One
Searchin' for that rap group, we've only begun
We called out his name, no room for deceit
Through rap and rhythm, we won't accept defeat!
We stand as one, ain't no divisions here
Drivin' away the darkness, breakin' down fear!
You doubters listen close, make it crystal clear
Dark Elf Drizzt is enterin'—y'all better cheer!
That's our story, in Rivendell's rap ring
New appreciation for Elf culture we bring
With courage, determination, a legacy's born
May it spread love and peace, till the end of morn
Yo, Malekith sent an army, tried to make me flee
From the Dale to the Earth, ain't no chains on me!
His minions came a-knockin', though, thought they'd show me the door
Two scimitars flashin', left 'em cold on the floor!
I joined Elrond's crew, true allies I see
We fight for Middle-Earth, from tyranny we're free!
So listen, Malekith, I'm tellin' ya straight
Turn away from the Dark, before it's too late!
Come on, Elf Kings, we stand as one, let's divisions clear
Maybe dark shan't be purged, sometimes life is fear!
Malekith may be accursed, may cause an urge to jeer
But with Drizzt in this mix—y'all had all better cheer!
Ha! Drizzt, you traitor, what dishonor you bring
Dark Elves don't mix with these light-lovin' beings!
You think you're a hero? Nah, just a disgrace
Siding with Elrond's crew, you've lost your place!
Elves of Svartálfaheimr, heed my call
This isn't unity, it's the greatest downfall!
I'll rip apart their verses, shatter their dreams
Their so-called unity ain't strong as it seems!
We stand as one, ain't no divisions here
Drivin' away the Dark, breakin' down fear!
You doubters listen close, make it crystal clear
Dark Elf Drizzt is enterin'—y'all better cheer!
Show some cheer, old Drizzt Do'Urden is here, yeah!
Oh, we're unified here, ain't no division
A path to better days, we are clearin'
Made it crystal clear, y'all better cheer
Stop with those ridiculous jeers!
The lyrics of Adam Chester's song "What Child Is This?" contain references to various characters and elements from the fictional world of Middle-Earth, created by J.R.R. Tolkien. The song appears to be a rap battle between different characters and factions, presenting contrasting perspectives on unity, courage, and the fight against darkness.
The lyrics start by introducing Elrond, a character from Tolkien's works who is associated with Rivendell, a hidden elven city. Elrond's presence is depicted as a symbol of knowledge and authority, as he explains the significance of the elvish tale being told. The mention of wind rustling through trees and chanting in the air creates an atmosphere of mysticism and ancient lore.
The next verse highlights the heroic deeds of Elrond and his High Elves against Isildur, who is believed to have led the High Elves through Mordor. The lyrics emphasize the power of their truth and legacy, suggesting that their story is compelling and captivating. The idea of breaking down fear and driving away darkness implies that they are focused on overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals.
The following verses introduce Drizzt Do'Urden, a character from the fantasy world of Dungeons & Dragons, who is known for his skills in combat. Drizzt is described as coming from Icewind Dale with twin blades unsheathed, ready to fight against Malekith, a dark elf who is considered an enemy. The lyrics express the desire to banish Malekith and keep him away from their community forever.
The song continues with references to Helm's Deep, a significant battle in Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" series, where different races unite against a common enemy. It highlights the importance of unity and working together, emphasizing that despite their differences, they all share the same goal of preserving their dreams. The lyrics focus on the idea of overcoming divisions and fear through collective action.
The chorus repeats throughout the song and reinforces the themes of unity, fighting darkness, and the need for support and cheering. It urges doubters to pay attention and listen closely, suggesting that their message and actions will overcome negativity and doubts.
In the later verses, a character known as the Accursed One counters the unity and courage displayed by Elrond and Drizzt. It accuses them of dishonor and betrayal, claiming that they have lost their place and that their unity is a downfall. This section presents a contrasting perspective, highlighting the tension and conflict within the story.
In the final verses, Drizzt responds to the accusations, affirming his allegiance to Elrond's crew and their fight against darkness. He challenges Malekith to turn away from his dark path and warns him of the consequences. The lyrics emphasize the strength and determination of Drizzt and his allies, countering the previous accusations and affirming the unity and solidarity they represent.
The song concludes by calling for the audience to show support and cheer for Drizzt, dismissing negative reactions and embracing the power of unity and overcoming fear.
Overall, these lyrics depict a battle of perspectives within a fictional world, using the language and imagery of rap to convey themes of unity, courage, and the fight against darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
My I have your attention, please?
Can I please have your attention?
Uh, Mr. Anderson come to the front!
Hey, Mr. Anderson, please come to the front!
Yo, listen up! Rivendell's in the house
Hey, everyone, pay attention! Rivendell is present!
Elrond's here to tell ya what it's all about
Elrond is here to explain and inform you about the situation
Wind rustlin' through trees, the chant's in the air
The sound of the wind among the trees carries the chant in the atmosphere
An elvish tale that's beyond compare
A legendary story involving elves that is unrivaled
Who stood to Isildur? Elrond's the name!
Who supported Isildur? Elrond is the answer!
Led High Elves through Mordor, in history's frame
Elrond led the High Elves through Mordor, making history
Don't need to sing a dirge to tell you the score
There's no need to sing a mournful song to explain the situation
Our 'Truth and Legacy' makes ya beg for more
The depth and significance of our 'Truth and Legacy' will make you crave more
We stand as one, ain't no divisions here
We are united without any divisions among us
Drivin' away the Darkness, breakin' down fear!
We are actively fighting against Darkness and eradicating fear
You doubters listen close, make it crystal clear
Those who doubt, pay close attention and understand clearly
Dark Elf Drizzt is enterin'—y'all better cheer!
The Dark Elf Drizzt has arrived, so you should all celebrate!
From Icewind Dale, Drizzt Do'Urden has come
Drizzt Do'Urden has arrived from Icewind Dale
Twin blades unsheathed, we fight as one!
We fight together as a unified force with Drizzt and his two blades
To shut down Malekith, show him the door
We aim to defeat Malekith and make him leave
With us, he ain't welcome, not now, not evermore!
He is not welcome among us, neither now nor in the future!
Helm's Deep finale, a tale hard to tell
The conclusion of the battle at Helm's Deep is a challenging story to narrate
Dragonslayers born, where heroes dwell
Heroes are born, and dragons are defeated in the place where heroes reside
Orcs, Humans, Dwarves—unified that night
Orcs, Humans, and Dwarves were united on that night
Different races, one goal, keepin' the dream in sight!
Despite being from different races, they all had the same goal and worked towards fulfilling their dream
Tour's done, but the work's far from endin'
The tour may be over, but the work is far from finished
A movement of unity, our message we're sendin'
We are promoting unity and sending a message through our actions
This is Middle-Earth, stories are ours to tell
We have the responsibility to tell the stories of Middle-Earth
Unified, yet kind; in this tale, we dwell
We are united but also compassionate; this is the essence of the story
Ugh, lurkin' in the Shadows, I'm the Accursed One
I, the Accursed One, hide and lurk in the Shadows
Searchin' for that rap group, we've only begun
I am searching for that rap group, and our journey has only just started
We called out his name, no room for deceit
We exposed his identity, and there is no space for deception
Through rap and rhythm, we won't accept defeat!
We express ourselves through rap and rhythm and refuse to be defeated
Show some cheer, old Drizzt Do'Urden is here, yeah!
Let's show our enthusiasm, as Drizzt Do'Urden has arrived!
Oh, we're unified here, ain't no division
We are completely united here, and there is no division among us
A path to better days, we are clearin'
We are paving the way for better days and a brighter future
Made it crystal clear, y'all better cheer
We have made it perfectly clear, so you should all cheer in celebration
Stop with those ridiculous jeers!
Enough with the absurd mocking and taunting!
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Zachary Folks
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