Giona Ostinelli (born March 12, 1986) is a Swiss–Italian composer who resid… Read Full Bio ↴Giona Ostinelli (born March 12, 1986) is a Swiss–Italian composer who resides and works in Los Angeles. He has written scores for over 28 feature films[1] that premiered at Sundance Film Festival,[2] Tribeca Film Festival,[3][4] Cannes International Film Festival,[5] South by Southwest Film Festival,[6][7] Fantastic Fest,[8] FrightFest,[9] Cincinnati Film Festival,[10] Hamptons International Film Festival,[11][12] Palm Springs International Film Festival,[13] Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival,[14][15] Chicago International Children's Film Festival, among others. Ostinelli's soundtrack for POD has been shortlisted for the Academy Awards for Best Original Score.[16] His score for Darling released by Lakeshore Records has been described as "one of the most interesting and innovative soundscapes..."[17]

On television Ostinelli's most recognized work is the soundtrack for The Massively Mixed-Up Middle School Mystery that aired on Nickelodeon.[18][19]

Toss A Coin To Your Witcher
Giona Ostinelli Lyrics

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When a humble bard
Graced a ride along
With Geralt of Rivia
Along came this song

When the White Wolf fought
A silver-tongued devil
His army of elves

At his hooves did they revel

They came after me
With masterful deceit
Broke down my lute and
They kicked in my teeth

While the devil's horns
Minced our tender meat
And so cried the Witcher
"He can't be bleat!"

Toss a coin to your Witcher
O Valley of Plenty!
O Valley of Plenty!
Toss a coin to your Witcher
O Valley of Plenty!

At the edge of the world
Fight the mighty horn
That bashes and breaks you
And brings you to mourn

He thrust every elf
Far back on the shelf
High up on the mountain
From whence it came

He wiped out your pest
Got kicked in his chest
He's a friend of humanity
So give him the rest

That's my epic tale
Our champion prevailed
Defeated the villain
Now pour him some ale

Toss a coin to your Witcher
O Valley of Plenty!
O Valley of Plenty!
Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

Toss a coin to your Witcher
O Valley of Plenty!
O Valley of Plenty!
Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

Toss a coin to your Witcher
O Valley of Plenty!
O Valley of Plenty!

Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

Overall Meaning

The song "Toss A Coin To Your Witcher" by Giona Ostinelli is an ode to the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, whom the humble bard has accompanied on his journey. The lyrics describe the epic battle between the White Wolf and a silver-tongued devil and his army of elves. Despite the masterful deceit of the devil and his army, the Witcher emerges victorious and is celebrated by the people of the valley. The refrain "Toss a coin to your Witcher" is a plea to the people to show their appreciation for his heroic deeds.

The first two stanzas set the stage for the epic battle that is to come. The bard and Geralt are riding along when they encounter the devil and his army. The ensuing battle is described in vivid detail, with the devil's horns mincing their tender meat and the Witcher's heroism shining through in the face of adversity. The refrain, "Toss a coin to your Witcher," is a call to action for the people of the valley to show their appreciation for his bravery.

The third stanza describes the aftermath of the battle, with the Witcher having emerged victorious and the people of the valley celebrating him as a hero. The bard's epic tale has become a part of the folklore of the valley, and the refrain is repeated once again as a reminder to the people to show their gratitude for the Witcher's services.

Overall, the song is a powerful tribute to the Witcher and his heroism, as well as a call to action for the people to support and appreciate the heroic deeds of their protectors.

Line by Line Meaning

When a humble bard
At a time when a modest musician

Graced a ride along
Joined Geralt of Rivia on a journey

With Geralt of Rivia
Accompanying the White Wolf

Along came this song
And then this song was created

When the White Wolf fought
During a clash when Geralt battled

A silver-tongued devil
A smooth-talking foe

His army of elves
With a group of elven soldiers

At his hooves did they revel
Enjoying themselves at his feet

They came after me
They pursued me relentlessly

With masterful deceit
Using cunning and guile

Broke down my lute and
Destroyed my musical instrument and

They kicked in my teeth
Injured me severely

While the devil's horns
As the villain's horns

Minced our tender meat
Tore apart our flesh

And so cried the Witcher
And thus exclaimed the White Wolf

"He can't be bleat!"
"He can't be defeated!"

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Give some money to your hero

O Valley of Plenty!
In an abundant land!

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Give some money to your hero

O Valley of Plenty!
In an abundant land!

At the edge of the world
On the border of civilization

Fight the mighty horn
Battle against the formidable foe

That bashes and breaks you
That strikes and harms you

And brings you to mourn
And causes you to grieve

He thrust every elf
He pushed back all of the elves

Far back on the shelf
Far up on the mountain

High up on the mountain
Towards the peak of the mountain

From whence it came
From where they originated

He wiped out your pest
He exterminated your problem

Got kicked in his chest
Was struck in the chest

He's a friend of humanity
He is a supporter of people

So give him the rest
So let him have the best of what you can give

That's my epic tale
That is the story of our heroic adventure

Our champion prevailed
Our hero emerged victorious

Defeated the villain
Conquered the adversary

Now pour him some ale
Now give him some beer

A friend of humanity
A friend to humankind

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Sonya Belousova, Giona Ostinelli

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@EvolvingInRealTime

2y↑31

When a humble bard
Graced a ride along
With Geralt of Rivia
Along came this song

From when the White Wolf fought
A silver-tongued devil
His army of elves
At his hooves did they revel

They came after me
With masterful deceit
Broke down my lute
And they kicked in my teeth

While the devil's horns
Minced our tender meat
And so cried the Witcher
He can't be bleat

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Oh, Valley of Plenty
Oh, Valley of Plenty, oh
Toss a coin to your Witcher
Oh, Valley of Plenty

At the edge of the world
Fight the mighty horde
That bashes and breaks you
And brings you to mourn

He thrust every elf
Far back on the shelf
High up on the mountain
From whence it came

He wiped out your pest
Got kicked in his chest
He's a friend of humanity
So give him the rest

That's my epic tale
Our champion prevailed
Defeated the villain
Now pour him some ale

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Oh, Valley of Plenty
Oh, Valley of Plenty, oh
Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Oh, Valley of Plenty
Oh, Valley of Plenty, oh
Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

Toss a coin to your Witcher
Oh, Valley of Plenty
Oh, Valley of Plenty, ah-ah, oh
Toss a coin to your Witcher
A friend of humanity

All comments from YouTube:

@davidross5640

2y↑14

The first season was so much better. And honestly, this song gives me chills. If you knew bigfoot was fucking up your stuff in the woods, you would want a witcher to pass through your town too...