1. a Norwegi… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple bands/artists with the alias "Emperor".
1. a Norwegian-based black metal band (as shown on the picture)
2. UK-based Drum & Bass producer/DJ
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1) Emperor is a Norwegian black metal band formed in 1991, regarded as highly influential by critics and emerging black metal bands. The group split up in 2001, but reunited from 2005 to 2007 for a few festival dates and brief US tours, and again reunited in 2013 to 2014. Emperor reformed for the third time in 2016. The group was founded by Ihsahn (guitar/vocal) and Samoth (then, drums).
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emperor_(band)
Studio albums
In the Nightside Eclipse (1994)
Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk (1997)
IX Equilibrium (1999)
Prometheus: The Discipline of Fire & Demise (2001)
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2) Emperor, real name Conor Corrigan, is a drum 'n' bass and dubstep DJ from Halifax, UK. Emperor has proven himself with some heavyweight releases on Critical, Symmetry, Inspected, Neosignal, Ammunition, VISION, Blackout Music NL, and some exquisite Dubstep gems on the Caliber label. Emperor teamed-up with Mefjus, and unleashed their unstoppable "Hello World EP" which sky-rocketed them to the heights of the Drum & Bass scene, with the acclaimed 'Void Main Void' and 'Disrupted'. He has also made official remixes for artists like Black Sun Empire, IMANU, and Annix. His side project is MONUMAN.
With Strength I Burn
Emperor Lyrics
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Blinded I run down these paths
By heart I know them
They lead to the searing cliffs
Stout they stand above the water's edge
Lifeless
And this is my foundation
Formed only by winds and time
How invulnerable
Lifeless
Ahh
I have longed to be at one with this
Yet, the waters call my name
For once I wish to see
The entity behind the voice
The face of this seduction
The beauty of my pain
Am I blessed or am I cursed by thy presence
What is my crime
What is my deed
Is this life my redemption
Shall I repent or proceed
I hate my flesh
It's dimension poisoned my soul with doubt
It made me question the essence of
The "I"
Slaves are those of this world
Given freedom to lay chains upon The Master
The wolf is no longer free
Release the chains and come for me
"Suddenly, his mournful cries were stunned. Out of the cold mist
came three enthralling ships. Sails torn by many a storm, and the
bows adorned by the most fierce gargoyles he'd ever laid eyes upon.
Yet, the crew they bore Three times twelve in numbers. They stood
motionless, wrapped in grey, worn gowns. And from behind their
shadowed faces the seductive chanting. Bidding him on board.
Without hesitation, he accepted. And away they sailed..."
Upon these seas
Wherein I drowned so many times
I scatter the ashes of destiny
Still my flame is in hunger
With fire in my heart
Shall I greet the shores ahead
Though, I know not what will burn
Desire
Ah
In the distance
I hear the waves wash over solid ground
And in this moment I am struck blind
Grant me sight so I can see
That which lies ahead of me
Cursed be my mortal eyes
For dying in the realm of death
Hear my call
I return to the soaring cliffs
They truly shine of strength
Even though, I nothing learned
With strength I burn.
The song "With Strength I Burn" by Emperor is about the conflict between the desire for spiritual enlightenment and the temptation of worldly pleasures. The singer describes a natural landscape, "deep green dark chaos," which reflects the darkness and complexity of the inner self. He longs to become one with this landscape but is instead tempted by the seductive call of the waters, which represent the allure of worldly pleasures. He questions whether his desire for these pleasures is a sin or a blessing and whether he should continue to pursue them or repent. He hates his physical body, which he sees as a barrier to spiritual enlightenment, and views the rest of the world as enslaved to materialism. Ultimately, he returns to the cliffs, which represent his spiritual foundation, and although he has not learned anything new, he finds strength and purpose in his burning desire for enlightenment.
The song explores themes of temptation, spirituality, and the struggle to transcend the limitations of the physical self. The imagery of the landscape, sea, and cliffs is rich with symbolism, evoking a sense of awe and wonder as well as danger and uncertainty. The use of repetition and contrast, such as the contrast between lifelessness and strength or the repetition of the phrase "with strength I burn," emphasizes the intensity and urgency of the singer's desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep Green Dark Chaos
The chaotic and dark green surroundings
Blinded I run down these paths
I blindly rush through these paths
By heart I know them
I know these paths like the back of my hand
They lead to the searing cliffs
These paths lead to the hot, rocky cliffs
Stout they stand above the water's edge
The cliffs are strong and tall above the water
Lifeless
There is no life on the cliffs
And this is my foundation
These cliffs are my foundation
Cold stone
The foundation is made of cold stone
Formed only by winds and time
Only the wind and passing of time formed this foundation
How invulnerable
It is unbreakable
Ahh
Expression of longing and desire
I have longed to be at one with this
I have always wanted to merge with these cliffs
Yet, the waters call my name
But I still feel drawn to the water
For once I wish to see
I wish to see
The entity behind the voice
The source of the voice calling me
The face of this seduction
The attractive force that pulls me in
The beauty of my pain
The pleasing yet agonizing sensation
Am I blessed or am I cursed by thy presence
Are you a blessing or curse to me?
What is my crime
What have I done wrong?
What is my deed
What action have I committed?
Is this life my redemption
Can this life save me?
Shall I repent or proceed
Should I ask for forgiveness or move forward?
I hate my flesh
I despise my physical being
It's dimension poisoned my soul with doubt
My physical existence made me question my true self
It made me question the essence of
It made me question the very nature of
The 'I'
The true self
Slaves are those of this world
People of this world are slaves
Given freedom to lay chains upon The Master
Given the freedom to enslave their own master
The wolf is no longer free
The wild spirit is now captive
Release the chains and come for me
Break the chains and come to me
"Suddenly, his mournful cries were stunned. Out of the cold mist came three enthralling ships. Sails torn by many a storm, and the bows adorned by the most fierce gargoyles he'd ever laid eyes upon. Yet, the crew they bore Three times twelve in numbers. They stood motionless, wrapped in grey, worn gowns. And from behind their shadowed faces the seductive chanting. Bidding him on board. Without hesitation, he accepted. And away they sailed..."
Narration of an event where ships arrived and seduced the singer to come aboard
Upon these seas
On these waters
Wherein I drowned so many times
Where I have experienced so much pain and suffering
I scatter the ashes of destiny
I let fate vanish
Still my flame is in hunger
I am still hungry for more
With fire in my heart
With passion in my heart
Shall I greet the shores ahead
I will meet the land ahead
Though, I know not what will burn
But I don't know what will happen
Desire
Intense longing or craving
Ah
Expression of longing and desire
In the distance
Far away
I hear the waves wash over solid ground
I hear the sound of the waves crashing against the land
And in this moment I am struck blind
I am blinded by this moment
Grant me sight so I can see
Please give me the ability to see
That which lies ahead of me
What is yet to come
Cursed be my mortal eyes
My physical eyes are cursed
For dying in the realm of death
For dying in the place of death
Hear my call
Listen to my request
I return to the soaring cliffs
I go back to the tall cliffs
They truly shine of strength
They radiate with strength
Even though, I nothing learned
Even though I have not learned anything
With strength I burn.
My strength comes from burning with passion and desire
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Kushal Mogili
Deep Green Dark Chaos
Blinded I run down these paths
By heart I know them
They lead to the soaring cliffs
Stout they stand above the water's edge
Lifeless
And this is my foundation
Cold stone
Formed only by winds and time
How invulnerable
Lifeless
I have longed to be at one with this
Yet, the waters call my name
For once I wish to see
The entity behind the voice
The face of this seduction
The beauty of my pain
Am I blessed or am I cursed by thy presence?
What is my crime?
What is my deed?
Is this life my redemption?
Shall I repent or proceed?
I hate my flesh
Its dimension poisoned my soul with doubt
It made me question the essence of...
The 'I'
Slaves are those of this world
Given freedom to lay the chains upon The Master
The wolf is no longer free
Release the chains and come for me
Suddenly, his mournful cries were stunned.
Out of the cold mist came three enthralling ships.
Sails torn by many a storm, and the bows adorned by the
Most fierce gargoyles he'd ever laid eyes upon. Yet, the
Crew they bore... Three times twelve in numbers. They
Stood motionless, wrapped in grey, worn gowns.
And from behind their shadowed faces the seductive chanting.
Bidding him on board. without hesitation, he accepted.
And away they sailed...
Upon these seas
Wherein I drowned so many times
I scatter the ashes of destiny
Still my flame is in hunger
With fire in my heart
Shall I greet the shores ahead
Though, I know not what will burn...
Desire...
Ahh...
In the distance
I hear the waves wash over solid ground
And in this moment I am struck blind
Grant me sight so I can see
That which lies ahead of me
Cursed be my mortal eyes
For dying in this realm of death
Hear my call...
I return to the soaring cliffs
They truly shine of strength
Even though I nothing learned
With strength I burn...
Kushal Mogili
Deep Green Dark Chaos
Blinded I run down these paths
By heart I know them
They lead to the soaring cliffs
Stout they stand above the water's edge
Lifeless
And this is my foundation
Cold stone
Formed only by winds and time
How invulnerable
Lifeless
I have longed to be at one with this
Yet, the waters call my name
For once I wish to see
The entity behind the voice
The face of this seduction
The beauty of my pain
Am I blessed or am I cursed by thy presence?
What is my crime?
What is my deed?
Is this life my redemption?
Shall I repent or proceed?
I hate my flesh
Its dimension poisoned my soul with doubt
It made me question the essence of...
The 'I'
Slaves are those of this world
Given freedom to lay the chains upon The Master
The wolf is no longer free
Release the chains and come for me
Suddenly, his mournful cries were stunned.
Out of the cold mist came three enthralling ships.
Sails torn by many a storm, and the bows adorned by the
Most fierce gargoyles he'd ever laid eyes upon. Yet, the
Crew they bore... Three times twelve in numbers. They
Stood motionless, wrapped in grey, worn gowns.
And from behind their shadowed faces the seductive chanting.
Bidding him on board. without hesitation, he accepted.
And away they sailed...
Upon these seas
Wherein I drowned so many times
I scatter the ashes of destiny
Still my flame is in hunger
With fire in my heart
Shall I greet the shores ahead
Though, I know not what will burn...
Desire...
Ahh...
In the distance
I hear the waves wash over solid ground
And in this moment I am struck blind
Grant me sight so I can see
That which lies ahead of me
Cursed be my mortal eyes
For dying in this realm of death
Hear my call...
I return to the soaring cliffs
They truly shine of strength
Even though I nothing learned
With strength I burn...
Yoan Penchev
one of the best songs of Emperor
MetalMinded2011
the best song in the history of metal
Dave Hartnett
The acclamation of Bonds is awesome!
Almeda Riddle
i go apeshit
Rodney Salas
THE best song of Emperor !!!!
Javier Medina
hmmm maybe the best one. It's really a hard decision
Jaiwho
There is no words to describe this perfection...
Dark Warrior
I find most symphonic BM bands sacrifice their metalness in favor of going overboard with the keyboards and atmosphere (*cough* Summoning *cough*). But bands like Emperor and early Limbonic Art know how to create what is true symphonic black metal, maintaining the feeling of evil and foreboding with the riffs and vocals while using the keyboards and symphonic instruments to ramp up the atmosphere. This album is perfection.
nightbringer
Summoning kicks ass... it's not trying to do 'Emperor'.