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
Mourning Tree
Leaves' Eyes Lyrics
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But still so close
So many days
I've had to count
The meaning of life
Comes true when I'm with you
For in me there's a flower growing
Whisper through the breeze not to fear
Taste it by the rain what I feel when you hold me
Reach out for the winds that we share
Then you will feel I am near
Taste it by the snow, I am here where you left me
I told to the mourning tree
The long way home
Is never too far
Unless you've reached the end of life
My deepest wish
Comes true when I'm with you
For in me there's a miracle growing
The lyrics of Leaves' Eyes's song Mourning Tree appear to deal with themes of distance, love, and longing. The opening lines of the song express the paradoxical feeling of being far away from someone yet still feeling close to them. The singer has had to count many days, perhaps trying to keep track of them until they can be reunited with their loved one. However, when they are together, the meaning of life becomes clear, and the singer feels like a flower growing within them.
The chorus of the song speaks of reaching out to the winds and communicating with someone through them. The singer wants their loved one to know that they are present, even though they may be physically distant. Whether through the wind, rain, or snow, the singer's message is one of love and reassurance.
The final verse of the song speaks to a "mourning tree" that the singer has encountered. They tell the tree that the long way home is never too far unless one reaches the end of life, a somewhat cryptic statement that could be interpreted in many ways. The singer's deepest wish is to be with their loved one, and they believe that a miracle is growing within them when they are together. Overall, the song seems to be about the power of love to overcome distance and the importance of communication and reassurance in long-distance relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
So far away
Despite the vast physical distance between us
But still so close
Our emotional connection keeps us linked
So many days
It has been a long time
I've had to count
I have been keeping track
The meaning of life
The essence and purpose of existence
Comes true when I'm with you
My life feels complete and fulfilled in your presence
For in me there's a flower growing
My love for you is flourishing and blossoming within me
Tell him through the winds I am here
Convey my presence to him through the movements of the air
Whisper through the breeze not to fear
Speak softly to him through the gentle winds, reassuring him
Taste it by the rain what I feel when you hold me
Experience the same emotions I feel in your embrace, as indicated by the sensation of rainfall
Reach out for the winds that we share
Connect with the same winds that we both experience
Then you will feel I am near
You will sense my closeness to you
Taste it by the snow, I am here where you left me
Realize that I am still present where you last saw me, as indicated by the taste of snow
I told to the mourning tree
I confided in the tree that mourns
The long way home
The arduous journey of life
Is never too far
It is always within reach
Unless you've reached the end of life
Unless you have passed away
My deepest wish
My most heartfelt desire
Comes true when I'm with you
Is fulfilled when I am in your company
For in me there's a miracle growing
I feel a sense of wonder and amazement at the love that is growing inside me for you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER KRULL, CHRISTIAN LUKHAUP, LIV KRISTINE ESPENAES KRULL, MATHIAS ROEDERER, THORSTEN BAUER
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@thomasdittrich6357
the best ballad song! Wonderfull! Phantastic!
@GothicJuliaD
The most touching song of Leaves' Eyes...simply perfect! <3
@chrislukhaup
i am happy that you see this in the same way that i do. thank you ! It still touches me..and we played this not so often unfortunately.
@vincewolfs6746
It's still beautiful today as it always was.
One of my favourites.
@ValdezBudgetz
I forgot about this song. I tried to remember it once upon a time, couldn't find it until I came acrossed a post from 10 years ago....
@charudoni1406
Tell him through the winds,
I am here💚
@jeffvikings6240
What a beautiful song! By a beautiful woman
@blackkakari
I remember when I was new to weed, back when it enhanced music; listening to this song made Heaven look like New Jersey.
@ladyvalhalla7154
Love this song
@TheresiaSwiebel
I love this beautiful song!