"Diva" was promoted with two European tours, the first in the end of 1996 with Atrocity and In Flames and the second one in the spring of 1997 together with Theatre Of Tragedy and Lake Of Tears. They also played with bands such as Cradle Of Filth and Moonspell between others in their home country. In 1997 DIVA was released in the Japanese market through MARQUEE BELLE EPOQUE Records with some extras.
Their second album "Swallow" released in 1998 features guest appearances from Theatre Of Tragedy's female vocalist Liv Kristine and Gamma Ray's mastermind Kai Hansen. 1998 was the year for the first Portugese Metal act on the famous WACKEN OPEN AIR FESTIVAL playing for a full WET STAGE with fans from all over the world followed by more European Tours with bands such as Atrocity, Solitude Aeturnus, Saviour Machine and more. HEAVENWOOD would be considered Band sensation in many important Metal Magazines such as METAL HAMMER, ROCK HARD and a 4 in 5 in TERRORIZER Magazine was " a gift " for the Portugese newcomers effort in the music scene.
Heavenwood were frozen from 2001 to 2003 due to some internal problems. After several line-up changes Bruno Silva turned into the second Guitar-player. October 2003 was the Official Return Show for HEAVENWOOD on the most important Live Rock Club in Portugal with a fullhouse night where almost 1000 people received the band with open harms followed by many gigs in Portugal and Spain.
HEAVENWOOD 3rd album was frozen regarding a more dark-rock influence crashing with the interests of their label.
February 2007 was the year choosen by Ricardo Dias, Bruno Silva and Ernesto Guerra to record some preview songs. Take my hand, Fragile, From dust to dust, Red Harvest, The sun burns red, Forthcoming hate, Slumber, Abyss masterpiece, 2012 a.c. were some of the new HEAVENWOOD tracks recorded in Studio 213 as a Advance Promo Cd. HEAVENWOOD played in two Portuguese Fests in 2007 presenting session musicians to complete " The wood legacy " with Luiz Ferreira (drums) and Hugo Pires (bass).
HEAVENWOOD Symbol was developed by Polish artist Wojtek Blasiak who designed MOONSPELL, VADER and many other bands Artwork. JMELLO Design from Brasil is the responsible for the official Myspace from HEAVENWOOD.
HEAVENWOOD's third album, "Redemption", was released in the band's home country of Portugal at the end of August. The special-edition version of the CD (limited to 1,000 copies), which included a free ticket for one of the group's two record-release shows, sold out almost immediately. Shortly afterwards, a second special edition for the Portuguese market was released, including a totally different artwork and booklet.
Take My Hand
Heavenwood Lyrics
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My vision seems like a bird's decay
River flowing dark as my steps erase
Her steps in the night she left me alone
Pathways of light adore
Diffusing radiance
Like twinkling stars she died far away
Take my hand
Haunted sleep... she will shriek forever
Take my hand
She'll pay the price like melting ice
Take my hand
Take my hand
Sorrow walks hand in hand
(It's) like building castles in the sand
She had won the prize for ignorance
She's nailed in my heart just as a remembrance
Pathways of light adore
Diffusing radiance
Take my hand
Haunted sleep... She will shriek forever
Take my hand
She'll pay the price like melting ice
Take my hand
Take my hand
Sorrow walking hand in hand
(It's) like building castles in the sand
She had won the prize for ignorance
She's nailed in my heart as a remembrance
The lyrics of Heavenwood's song "Take My Hand" seem to tell a story of heartbreak and loss. The first verse describes the singer waking up in the morning, and feeling like his vision is "like a bird's decay". It's as if everything looks dull and lifeless since his love has left him. He walks along a river, and notes that the water is dark, as if it's reflecting his own dark emotions. He remembers her footsteps next to him in the night, but now he is alone.
The second verse paints a picture of light, almost like a ray of hope. The singer sees "pathways of light" that "diffuse radiance", but these lights only serve to remind him of his lost love. She is now like a star in the distance, shining and beautiful, but forever out of reach.
The chorus is a plea to his love, asking her to take his hand. He seems haunted by her memory, as he thinks she will "shriek forever" in his dreams. Yet, he also wants her to pay the price for leaving him and breaking his heart, like "melting ice". The ending of the song is a repeat of the second verse and chorus, driving home the feelings of loss and sorrow felt by the singer.
Overall, the lyrics of "Take My Hand" paint a vivid picture of heartbreak and loss, played out in very expressive, poetic language. The use of metaphors like "a bird's decay" and "pathways of light" add depth to the storytelling, creating an emotional landscape that is relatable and moving.
Line by Line Meaning
Opened eyes as morning fades
As dawn approaches, I awaken from my slumber.
My vision seems like a bird's decay
The world around me appears dull and dreary, as if it were a dying bird.
River flowing dark as my steps erase
I walk along a dark river, leaving no trace of my passing.
Her steps in the night she left me alone
She walked away from me in the darkness of the night, leaving me all alone.
Pathways of light adore
I see beams of light shining in the distance, as if they are worshiping the path I am on.
Diffusing radiance
These lights are spreading their brilliance evenly, illuminating everything around them.
Like twinkling stars she died far away
She passed away long ago, yet seems to shine like a constellation of stars in the night sky.
In the evening blue I remember her shine
Even though she's gone, I can still see her in the blue of the evening, shining bright.
Take my hand Haunted sleep... she will shriek forever
I am offering my hand, though she will never be at peace and will always be plagued by nightmares.
Take my hand She'll pay the price like melting ice
If she takes my hand, she will face the consequences of her actions, dissolving like melting ice.
Take my hand Take my hand
I implore her to take my hand and face the consequences of her deeds alongside me.
Sorrow walks hand in hand
Sadness always seems to accompany me, wherever I go.
(It's) like building castles in the sand
My efforts are futile, like trying to build a castle on a beach that is washed away by the tides.
She had won the prize for ignorance
She was blissfully unaware of the harm she caused and was rewarded for it.
She's nailed in my heart just as a remembrance
Despite the pain she inflicted upon me, I cannot forget her and she is forever etched in my memories.
Contributed by Savannah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.