Leaves’ Eyes was formed in 2003 by Liv Kristine with her husband, Alexander Krull, and members of his band, Atrocity. The band combines atmospheric metal and classical elements. The lead female vocals are occasionally backed up by death growls from Alexander Krull.
Their debut album, Lovelorn, was released in 2004. The second album, Vinland Saga, was released 30th of May 2005, and retells the tale of the discovery of Vinland (i.e. North America) by Leif Erikson. The EP Legend Land was released on June 2, 2006 as a followup to Vinland Saga.
Liv Kristine created the band name, which is a homophone for the way “Liv’s Eyes” is pronounced by a Norwegian. “Leaves” is connected to nature, which has always been the biggest inspiration for her. Liv Kristine wrote all of the lyrics for the band's first six albums.
On April 15, 2016, the band announced via Facebook that they were parting ways with Liv Kristine, who would be replaced by Elina Siirala of EnkElination.
Former members include, in order of date joined,Liv Kristine (vocals, 2003-2016), Martin Schmidt (drums, 2003-2004), Chris Lukhaup (bass, 2003-2007), Mathias Röderer (guitars, 2003-2010), Moritz Neuner (drums, 2004-2007), Nicholas Barker (drums, 2004-2008), Alla Fedynitch (bass, 2007-2010), Seven Antonopoulos (drums, 2008-2010), Roland Navratil (drums, 2010-2012), J.B. van der Wal (bass, 2010-2013), Sander van der Meer (guitars, 2010-2015), and Felix Born (drums, 2012-2013).
Official site: www.leaveseyes.com
Emerald Island
Leaves' Eyes Lyrics
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Fan liom go deo
Green Eden
Green Eden
Emerald Island
Can you hear me calling
Emerald Island
I turn around
I watch her disappearing
My path my life and soul
The ground of all my hopes
Stay with me
Stay with me
Hardly dare I to behold
The shore is turning small
She's fairer than the sun
Lovelier than any crown
Stay with me
Stay with me
My heart has drown resolute
My courage valiant
My strength may wish to turn
Through my spirit is awake
You hold my soul
I hold his soul
I hold his soul
His heart filled with resolution
His courage valiant
My his strength never turn him down
For his spirit is guiding him
The song "Emerald Island" by Leaves' Eyes is a hauntingly beautiful song that speaks about the undying love and longing for a place that holds significant memories and importance in the singer's heart. The lyrics speak of a green paradise, the Emerald Island, that has captured the singer's soul, and she pleads to it to stay with her forever. She watches the island disappearing as she turns around and feels the pain of separation deep in her soul.
The song paints a picture of a deep emotional connection that the singer has with the island, with the lyrics speaking of how the island holds the ground of all her hopes, and how her heart is resolute and her courage valiant, only because of the island's presence. The Emerald Island stands as a symbol of hope, love, and peace, holding the singer's soul, and guiding her through her spirit.
The lyrics of "Emerald Island" are deeply symbolic, and the song is an ode to the beauty of nature and the emotional connections that we share with places and things that hold a special place in our hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
Iathghlas Oilean I mo chroi
The Island of Green in my heart
Fan liom go deo
Stay with me forever
Green Eden
A peaceful and harmonious place
Emerald Island
A beautiful and precious island
Can you hear me calling
Will you listen to my plea for help?
Can you hear me mourning
Can you hear my sorrow?
I turn around
I look behind me
I watch her disappearing
I see her fading away
My path my life and soul
The direction I take defines who I am
The ground of all my hopes
The foundation of my expectations
Stay with me
Please don't leave me alone
Hardly dare I to behold
I can't bear to see it
The shore is turning small
I'm moving away from the island and it's getting smaller
She's fairer than the sun
The island is more beautiful than anything else
Lovelier than any crown
It's more valuable than any monarchy
My heart has drown resolute
My heart is determined
My courage valiant
I'm brave and fearless
My strength may wish to turn
I might falter
Through my spirit is awake
My will and determination are still strong
You hold my soul
The island has a special connection to me
I hold his soul
I have a deep connection to someone else
His heart filled with resolution
He's determined
His courage valiant
He's fearless and daring
My his strength never turn him down
May he never falter or fail
For his spirit is guiding him
He has a strong will and determination to keep going
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER KRULL, LIV KRISTINE ESPENAES KRULL, MATHIAS ROEDERER, THORSTEN BAUER
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