Mastered in Sweden at Mastering Room (In Flames, Soilwork, Dimmu Borgir, Hammerfall), Dragonhammer 2nd album ‘Time For Expiation’ mixes epic, progressive and power elements, forms operatic style vocals, multi part harmonies, classically inspired keys, expertly done, and heavy guitars riffs.
‘Time Of Expiation’ wants to deal with more introspective themes, avoiding ‘sword & pride’ clichés. A very particular ‘tormented soul’ (the Devil) is playing the game of life and it brings together past, present and future…
Legend
Dragonhammer Lyrics
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Galaxy and Universe
I don't understand the life of men
My existence is Legend!
Take my sword
For everyone
Blood of the warriors on Earth
The rules of the steel for men and Kings
Burn my soul and justice for all
Open your eyes, the dark in the light
The law of the war:
Kill or die!
Another time, and other lands
You can't find sweet innocence
Eternal contrast, creation and death
When you live into Legend!
The lyrics of Dragonhammer's "Legend" have a strong theme of a hero who is surrounded by chaos and darkness. The first two lines set the tone as the singer describes feeling the shadows of his damned soul across galaxies and universes. He feels separated from the human experience and cannot understand the life of men. However, his existence is legendary, showing that his story is one that will be told and revered for generations to come.
The singer then urges the listener to take his sword for everyone, as it is the blood of the warriors on Earth that runs through it. The rules of the steel for men and kings are mentioned, suggesting that the world is a harsh place where only the strongest can survive. The singer's soul burns with a desire for justice, and he believes that his strength and power can be used to protect everyone from the darkness. He urges the listener to open their eyes and see the dark in the light, indicating that there is danger everywhere, even in seemingly safe places. Finally, he reminds everyone that when they live inside a legend, there is no sweet innocence to be found as the eternal contrast between creation and death wreaks havoc on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
My dammned soul feels the shadows
I am plagued by darkness and negativity in my soul
Galaxy and Universe
The vastness of the cosmos
I don't understand the life of men
I cannot comprehend the ways and motives of humanity
My existence is Legend!
My life and actions will be remembered and revered as legendary
Take my sword
Accept my weapon as a symbol of my strength and honor
For everyone
It represents protection and justice for all
Blood of the warriors on Earth
My sword is imbued with the spirit of those who fought before me
The rules of the steel for men and Kings
The code of honor and conduct among warriors and rulers
Burn my soul and justice for all
I am willing to sacrifice myself for the greater good and fairness
Open your eyes, the dark in the light
Do not be blinded by appearances or limited perspectives
The law of the war:
The harsh reality of armed conflicts
Kill or die!
The ultimate outcome of combat, where there is no compromise
Another time, and other lands
History repeats itself in different places and eras
You can't find sweet innocence
There is always some form of corruption or evil in the world
Eternal contrast, creation and death
The fundamental duality of life and its cycles
When you live into Legend!
Only those who strive for greatness and leave a lasting impact can transcend mortality
Contributed by Julian J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.