In 2005, Heimataerde was signed by Metropolis Records, and their album, Gotteskrieger, was released by the label in April. The album is state of the art harsh EBM/industrial with beats designed to take the underground dance floors by storm. While musically Heimataerde is much in the vein of legendary dark EBM acts like older Wumpscut and Suicide Commando, the music does have its own unique identity, and a modern, up to date sound. With tracks like "Gib Mir" and "Ich Hab Die Nacht Getraeumet" already taking over the dance floors all over the world, Heimataerde has already laid the groundwork for its club invasion.
In August 2006, the next album, Kadavergehorsam was released and ties seamlessly into Heimataerde's prior works.
In 2008, the most recent album Leben Geben Leben Nehmen was released.
As of Late September 2009, there is an upcoming album "Unwesen", and trailers for the album can be seen at http://www.myspace.com/heimataerde
Herr Mannelig
Heimataerde Lyrics
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Und die Vögel sangen ihre Lieder
Bergtrollin machte ihm, Rittersmann von edlem Blut
Voll von Liebe ein Angebot
„Herr Mannelig
Heirate mich
Mein Ritter, oh mein Herr, gibst du mir wohl deine Hand
Nun sag doch einfach ja oder sage einfach nein
Werd ich bald schon die Deine sein“
„Geschenke würd ich nehmen, wenn du nur auch christlich wärst
Doch du bist geboren aus der Hölle
Der Teufel ist dein Herr und dein Herz ein dunkler Stall
So wirst du nie die Meine sein“
The lyrics to Heimataerde's song "Herr Mannelig" describe a beautiful day, full of blue skies and singing birds. However, a bergtrollin (a type of mountain troll) approaches a noble knight named Herr Mannelig with a proposal of love. She asks him to marry her and promises him worldly treasures. However, Herr Mannelig refuses her offer, stating that he would only accept gifts if she were Christian. He accuses her of being born from hell and serving the devil, effectively rejecting her offer of love.
The lyrics to "Herr Mannelig" are a modern interpretation of a Swedish folk ballad. The original ballad dates back to the Middle Ages and tells the story of a bergtrollin who proposes to a knight named Herr Mannelig. The ballad is one of the most popular in Swedish folklore and has been covered by numerous musicians and bands over the years, including Garmarna and In Extremo.
Line by Line Meaning
Es ward am frühen Tag, blauer Himmel, hell und klar
The day was bright and clear with a blue sky, and it all started early in the morning.
Und die Vögel sangen ihre Lieder
The birds chirped and sang their happy songs.
Bergtrollin machte ihm, Rittersmann von edlem Blut
A mountain troll approached a noble knight on the road.
Voll von Liebe ein Angebot
She made him a loving proposal.
„Herr Mannelig
She called out to him with respect by using his title.
Heirate mich
She asked him to marry her.
Mein Ritter, oh mein Herr, gibst du mir wohl deine Hand
She asked him for his hand in marriage, calling him her knight and lord.
Für die weltlichen Schätze unserer Erde
She promised him earthly treasures.
Nun sag doch einfach ja oder sage einfach nein
She asked for a simple answer of yes or no.
Werd ich bald schon die Deine sein“
She hoped to become his wife soon.
„Geschenke würd ich nehmen, wenn du nur auch christlich wärst
He responded by saying he would accept her gifts if only she were Christian.
Doch du bist geboren aus der Hölle
He accused her of being born in hell.
Der Teufel ist dein Herr und dein Herz ein dunkler Stall
He claimed that she belongs to the devil, and her heart is dark and evil.
So wirst du nie die Meine sein“
He rejected her proposal, saying she could never be his.
Contributed by Eva R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.