Immigrant Song
Led Zepagain Lyrics

The lyrics of Led Zepagain's "Immigrant Song" evoke the imagery of Viking conquests and the glory of Norse mythology. The first two lines describe the band's Norse origins, hailing from the land of ice and snow under the midnight sun. The third line, "the hammer of the gods," refers to the power of Thor, the Viking god of thunder, and suggests that the band's music is imbued with this same power as they set out on a journey of conquest, their ships driven forth to new lands. The final line of the verse ties into the theme of death and rebirth central to Norse mythology. It suggests that the band members are on a path to Valhalla, the afterlife realm reserved for fallen warriors who have died in battle.

The second verse describes how the band advances towards their goal, wielding their "threshing oars," a metaphor for their powerful music pushing them towards their destination. The final line of this verse again emphasizes the band's singular focus on reaching the western shore, where they will presumably conquer and rule.

The chorus repeats the opening lines and continues with the softer, more ominous imagery of Viking rule. The beauty of the natural world around them, particularly the green fields, are tempered by reminders of the violence and gore that brought them to power, taming the "tides of war".

The final lines of the song offer a warning to those who may resist their power, urging them to "stop and rebuild all your ruins" for the sake of peace and trust. These lyrics suggest that the band ultimately seeks to rule not through brute force but through an understanding of the importance of cooperation and rebuilding.