De Vampyrica Philosophia
Lord Vampyr Lyrics


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Every life is a riddle
The answer to mine is a knowledge born of darkness
It wasn't always so.
In the beginning I still had questions.
In the beginning my mystery still remained..




Overall Meaning

Lord Vampyr's De Vampyrica Philosophia is a song that touches upon the philosophy of darkness and the mysteries that lie within it. The lyrics suggest that every life is a riddle, and the answer to the song's protagonist's life is to be found in the knowledge that is born of darkness. The song is about the journey of Lord Vampyr's character from the beginning when he had questions about life to the present when the answers have been found through embracing the darkness.


The lyrics suggest that the singer's knowledge of darkness has been hard-won, and that before he embraced the darkness, he still had questions about life. However, as he delved deeper into the mysteries of darkness, he found answers to his questions, and his mystery was unravelled. The song suggests that darkness is not to be feared but rather embraced, and that there is wisdom to be found in it.


The song's lyrics are thought-provoking and suggest that there is more to life than what meets the eye. The song's message is echoed in Lord Vampyr's choice of music, which is characterized by gothic and dark overtones. The song is a fascinating exploration of the philosophy of darkness, and it challenges the listener to reflect on the mysteries of existence.


Line by Line Meaning

Every life is a riddle
The path of life is often unclear and uncertain


The answer to mine is a knowledge born of darkness
I have found clarity in the shadows and embrace the darker aspects of existence


It wasn't always so.
There was a time when I too was uncertain and searching for answers


In the beginning I still had questions.
I was once naive and unaware of the answers that lay ahead


In the beginning my mystery still remained.
I was still shrouded in the unknown, yet to embrace the darkness and gain understanding




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Comments from YouTube:

@enzoayala9113

the first metal album i listened to, and many years later I still enjoy it!

@someone_sad

This songs made me feel safe when I was a kid. Strange, huh? :) I'm a metal fan because of Lord Vampyr. Wishing the best to Alessandro and his family🖤

@DillyDallyLove

Great way to fall in love with the darkness! I loved listening to Mercyful Fate while I was growing up because it just sounded so other worldly and frightening! Found this band recently but definitely a tops.

@naldopereira6369

O que houve com ele
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@luca-sq4rm

Muito melhor que o atual theatres des vampires na minha opinião

@blasphedrivera9204

One of the best Symphonic Black Metal albums ever!!!...

@Kevin-fr2dx

I walk between the trees....

@ldmtag

1:36 - good

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