Since then, Jeff has made it his life's work to evolve as a composer and technology specialist. In 1992, at the age of 23, Jeff began to make his mark as a composer/sound designer at Electronic Arts, working on classic computer game franchises including FIFA Soccer, NHL Hockey and the dynamic Need for Speed series.
After 5 years of sports games, Jeff was ready to take on more cinematic styles of composing. He relocated to Australia and contracted to companies around the world creating orchestral, electronic and ethnic/historical soundtracks.
During this time, one of the most successful independent game developers in the world, The Creative Assembly, were looking for a composer for their new Total War franchise and Jeff was the answer. In 2001 he was rewarded for their first collaboration with a BAFTA (British Academy Award) for the Japanese themed soundtrack to The Creative Assembly's Shogun: Total War - Warlord Edition.
The globally recognised BAFTA Interactive Awards reward the achievements in innovation and creativity in the new media industries.
Jeff was once again nominated in 2005 for his original music soundtrack for the computer game Rome: Total War.
The top-selling game, garnered a string of awards which culminated in a cover feature in December's issue of Time Magazine, two BAFTA nominations and three Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) nominations.
The Creative Assembly has an operation based in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley, where Jeff is the Audio Director. In opening an Australian studio of this calibre, The Creative Assembly has recognised the technical talents and skills of Australian artists, audio engineers and programmers.
Jeff's music has proven so popular that The Creative Assembly have released soundtrack CDs of the Total War games.
Divinitus
Jeff van Dyck Lyrics
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Erastus necessitas
Honararius despondeo
Spiritus obdormio
Patriota gladiator
Afflictio ommento
Divinitus salutaris
Furtivus libertas
The lyrics of Jeff van Dyck's song "Divinitus" are a mixture of Latin words that speak about different aspects of life. The words hold relevance to the context of the song where it talks about a battle and elements of life that one will encounter through their journey. The lyrics start with 'Hellatorius victorialis' which means the victorious warrior. It could refer to anyone who has battled through life and come out on top, or it could speak about a specific battle. The next line, 'Erastus necessitas' speaks about the need for love, and how it is a necessity of Life. 'Honararius despondeo' talks about the promise one has made to themselves, and how they will keep it. The line 'Spiritus obdormio' seems to mean one has rested, and are now ready to face life. 'Patriota gladiator' means being a soldier to one's country wherever they may be, and the next line, 'Afflictio ommento' talks about the affliction that one may face in their journey. 'Divinitus salutaris' could mean a divine healing power, that one may need in times of trouble. Finally, the lyrics end with 'Furtivus libertas,' meaning one has found their freedom in their struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
Hellatorius victorialis
The victorious warrior
Erastus necessitas
Necessity of desire
Honararius despondeo
I surrender myself to honor
Spiritus obdormio
The spirit sleeps
Patriota gladiator
The patriotic fighter
Afflictio ommento
Affliction is a momentary state
Divinitus salutaris
The divine savior
Furtivus libertas
The freedom is stolen
Contributed by Mackenzie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@carlsjolund2379
THIS!!!
THIS IS THE SONG THAT MADE ME COME SEARCHING FOR THIS OST
This song is ETCHED into the back of my mind and I will never forget it
Often when I sit alone, which I do quite frequently, I will think of music. Often music that is important to me in some way, tied to emotion, memories and so on. Sometimes that music will be music I’ve heard ever since I was a very little child, sitting by and watching my brother play a game, games I sometimes continued playing myself throughout my childhood.
And THIS song specially, is ingrained in mind so incredibly deeply.
It has always been such a treat whenever my mind decides to play a few strings on a harp in my head together with some beautifully mystical vocals and make memories from what feels like a bygone era flow back to me. Some memories of which have a very special place in my mind and in my heart.
I will not play this song too often as I feel it might take some of that magic. But god damn if this isn’t one of my absolute favourite songs, not only from this absolutely fantastical soundtrack, but out of any OGST I can think of.
Thank you mr. Van Dyck, for this wonderful and awe inspiring music that you have made.
@turmuthoer
Their offers: Accept or we will attack
Their demands: Please do not attack
@jarskil8862
Egypt: All your bases are belong to us
@greatandmightykevin
IMPERATOR?
MOVING THE ARMY!
NO MORE MOVES!
@StickyProstate
I was just about to write these lol
@johnwatson5385
SETTLMENT UNDER SEIGE!
@softonsoftie4581
FLEET CANNOT GO THERE!
@theyedmeister6981
CANT DO IT, SIR
@Apple-WorldofTanks101
yes sir!
@compatriot852
My first total war game. This song will forever be etched into my memory
@RunicRhino22
Only 90's and 00/01 kids will remember!