There are (at least) three bands called Icewind. One is a Power Metal band … Read Full Bio ↴There are (at least) three bands called Icewind. One is a Power Metal band from Canada, another is a Black Metal band from Göteborg, Sweden and yet another is a Heavy Metal band from Santiago de Compostela (Spain). Spanish icewind have only edited until this moment a 6 songs demo called "Tiempos de Gracia". www.icewindweb.com

My Glorious Burden
Icewind Lyrics

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Life has been a burden to me through loss and defeat
And I had to wonder « Why should I go on? »
A strange desire came to me, enhanced my abilities
I thought I was human and now I'm a legend

[Chorus:]
Meet the spectre of the night
Born of the growing fright

Stronger than flesh and bone
Almighty avenger of the weak and torn
In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born

Driven by a nemesis
I cannot take more of this senseless reality
My eternal rivalry
I can fight it, I can stop it
I must accept it for the rest of my days

[Chorus:]
Meet the spectre of the night
Born of the growing fright
Stronger than flesh and bone
Almighty avenger of the weak and torn
In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born

(The) battle rages of this bloody night
The encounter, I have won again

Standing alone
Hidden from this world
Restless my eyes
So be it
I am the bearer, I am the guardian
They all rely on me

[Chorus:]
Meet the spectre of the night
Born of the growing fright
Stronger than flesh and bone

Almighty avenger of the weak and torn
In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Icewind's song "My Glorious Burden" tell the story of someone who has been burdened by the difficulties and challenges of life, feeling lost and defeated. However, a strange desire enhances their abilities, leading them to become a legend, rising above their humanity. In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born - the spectre of the night, born of the growing fright, stronger than flesh and bone, an almighty avenger of the weak and torn.

The singer of the song is driven by a sense of nemesis, unable to bear the senseless reality of their existence. Despite their desire to fight it, they must accept the eternal rivalry that governs their life. The battle rages on this bloody night, but the encounter is won again. Standing alone, hidden from the world, the singer is restless as they carry the weight of being the bearer and guardian of those who rely on them.

Overall, the song is about rising above the challenges of life and becoming a legend, using one's strength to protect and provide for those who rely on them. It is a powerful message about resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Life has been a burden to me through loss and defeat
I have experienced a lot of difficulties and painful moments in my life.

And I had to wonder « Why should I go on? »
I questioned whether there was any reason to keep living.

A strange desire came to me, enhanced my abilities
I felt a mysterious urge that gave me more strength and capability than before.

I thought I was human and now I'm a legend
I used to see myself as a regular person, but now I have achieved something extraordinary and legendary.

[Chorus:] Meet the spectre of the night Born of the growing fright Stronger than flesh and bone Almighty avenger of the weak and torn In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born
The song's chorus describes me as a powerful and supernatural force, dedicated to protecting the vulnerable and becoming a symbol of hope and inspiration.

Driven by a nemesis I cannot take more of this senseless reality My eternal rivalry I can fight it, I can stop it I must accept it for the rest of my days
I am motivated by my enemy who embodies the meaningless and cruel aspects of life, and while I can try to resist them, I will ultimately have to accept their existence and persist in spite of them.

The battle rages of this bloody night The encounter, I have won again
I have just emerged victorious from a brutal fight, but the war continues.

Standing alone Hidden from this world Restless my eyes So be it I am the bearer, I am the guardian They all rely on me
I am a solitary figure, with a constant sense of unease, but I know that many people look to me as their protector and depend on me to keep them safe.

[Chorus:] Meet the spectre of the night Born of the growing fright Stronger than flesh and bone Almighty avenger of the weak and torn In the eyes of the fair, a new legend is born again
The chorus repeats the same message about me being a powerful and revered entity that symbolizes hope and new beginnings.

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