1. Luftwaffe was a Chicago-based martial / neo-folk / post-industrial duo active from 1997 to 2013. Their lyrics focused primarily on solipsistic and nihilistic themes. Former members continue on in Gnomonclast and Et Nihil.
2. Luftwaffe is a Philadelphia based visual / electronic duo.
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Dogs
Luftwaffe Lyrics
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Here we walk beneath the albatross of power
From Dreams of paradise a nightmare has been born
Enthralled to this vision amidst dogs we're thrown
This world is ruled by Dogs
This world is a haven for Dogs
This world is dreamt by Dogs
Having tired of dogs and thwarted by desire
I shall find a door and toward heaven aspire
Through rusted gates with wild vines overgrown
In the midst of heaven stands a barren throne
This world is a dream. A dream of control
With no God above and only Dogs below
This world is lie and Dogs shall not contain me
Nor Earth nor Sun nor Moon and you shall not detain me
The lyrics of Luftwaffe's song "Dogs" begin with a commentary on the state of the world as we know it. The "earthly seeds" have blossomed into a world ruled by those who hold power, represented by the "albatross of power." The line "from Dreams of paradise a nightmare has been born" draws attention to the inevitability of disillusionment as we realize that our hopes and dreams are not always possible in the real world.
The lyrics then describe how we are "enthralled" to this vision, meaning that we are trapped and unable to escape the confines of this dog-eat-dog world. The repetition of the word "Dogs" throughout the song has a sense of double meaning - on one hand, it represents those who hold power and control us, but it could also be interpreted as a derogatory remark towards those in power.
The second half of the song is more hopeful, with the singer declaring that they are "tired of dogs" and seeking a way out. They aspire towards heaven, which is described as a barren throne, a metaphorical representation of the lack of power and control in the afterlife. The singer insists that the world ruled by "Dogs" is a "dream," a "lie" that they will not be held prisoner to.
Overall, the lyrics of "Dogs" explore themes of power, control, disillusionment, and freedom from societal constraints. The repetition of the word "Dogs" throughout brings attention to the lack of humanity and compassion often exhibited by those in power.
Line by Line Meaning
Here on Earth's kingdom, earthly seeds have flowered
On this planet, the seeds of humanity have grown and thrived
Here we walk beneath the albatross of power
We are weighed down and burdened by those in charge
From Dreams of paradise a nightmare has been born
Our hopes for an ideal existence have turned into a living nightmare
Enthralled to this vision amidst dogs we're thrown
We are trapped in this nightmare with those who seek to control and dominate us
This world is ruled by Dogs
Those who seek power and control are the ones who rule this world
This world is a haven for Dogs
Those who seek to dominate and control others find this world to be their ideal environment
This world is dreamt by Dogs
The vision of this world is created by those who seek to control and dominate
Having tired of dogs and thwarted by desire
Having become disillusioned with those who seek power and control, and held back by personal desires
I shall find a door and toward heaven aspire
I will search for a way out of this oppressive environment and strive for a better existence
Through rusted gates with wild vines overgrown
I will pass through obstacles and overcome challenges to reach my goal
In the midst of heaven stands a barren throne
Even in a better existence, there may still be a lack of true leadership or guidance
This world is a dream. A dream of control
This current world is a creation of those who seek to control and dominate
With no God above and only Dogs below
There is no higher power or authority to balance out those who seek control
This world is lie and Dogs shall not contain me
The current state of the world is false and I will not be held captive by those who seek control
Nor Earth nor Sun nor Moon and you shall not detain me
No physical force or external influence will keep me from striving for a better existence
Contributed by Levi M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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-Narrator: ¨ But the designers of Republic have done their job well. The airplane sturdy aluminum-steel framework shrugs off yet a third salvo. The Focke Wulf again, pulls a breast of the Thunderbolt ¨
-Barret Tillman (Author and Historian): ¨The German finally, really, no kidding, was out of ammunition¨
-Narrator: ¨Mayer, a top German Ace, has been denied his 67th kill. He rocks his wings in salute, and bangs away. The sky is once again empty, as Johnson nurses the battered P-47 over the English Channel. The Thunderbolt is carrying him home¨
-Tim Grace (Author and Historian): ¨But when he landed the plane, he started counting the bullet holes, by the time he reached 200 without even moving around the aircraft, he gave up¨
-Narrator: ¨Robert S. Johnson went on to become America´s second highest scoring ace of the European Theatre, with 27 kills in the P-47 Thunderbolt¨
Dogfights, 2007.
Danguinius
The P-47 always had the look of a flying tank, with the massive engine, broad airframe, and 8 heavy MGs.
Jimmy Dewinter
I read the book (Thunderbolt) authored by Robert Johnson in about 1969 or 1970 when l wa s in high school. He describes a lot of other incidences where the jug's toughness saved the pilot. I loved the book.
Mark Bartlett
I read it when I was in middle school in the mid-seventies. His account of this particular incident has stuck with me all this time. I recently bought the book and read it cover to cover in a day. Highly recommended!
Skunkworksalpha
Read the same book in 6th grade, in 1975, still remember in vidid detail this particular story.
J Johnston
I've also read the book Thunderbolt & its great. I also recommend reading "A Higher Call" by Adam Makos.
Aguiar Ed
The day that this episode aired was the day I learned the reason why the A-10 Thunderbolt II was given that name.
I really missed this era of History Channel with really good shows like Modern Marvels, History Mysteries, Mail Call, and etc. It all ended when Ice Road Truckers aired.
Ching-Chen Huang
I think it ended when they began to produce reality shows, but recently history channel begins to produce truly history-related shows, and I really enjoy watching them
Tim Levis
I could not agree more.
Duke Craig
@Ching-Chen Huang
You mean this is more interesting than some idiot hunting alligators?
D K
I think it first aired on Wings, back when Wings did both historical aircraft accounts, modern aircraft, and a few homebuilt personal aircraft and helicopter series.