Lyriel is a folk metal band formed in Gummersbach in 2003. They describe th… Read Full Bio ↴Lyriel is a folk metal band formed in Gummersbach in 2003. They describe their style as 'dark romantic celtic rock' and can be easily compared to Blackmore's Night and various symphonic metal bands, although they do not copy these bands. They are also notable for frontwoman Jessica Thierjung's vocals, which add a unique touch to their already distinguishable sound. Additionally, they feature the cello and violin on stage.

They have released four albums: Prisonworld, Autumntales, Paranoid Circus and Leverage. Their latest Album Skin and Bones will be released in September 2014.

Band members:
Jessica Thierjung (vocals)
Oliver Thierjung (bass, backing vocals)
Linda Laukamp (cello, backing vocals)
Joon Laukamp (violin)
Tim Sonnenstuhl (guitar)
Markus Fidorra (drums)

Ex-members:
Martin Ahman (keys)
Daniel de Beer (drums)
Sven Engelmann (bass)

http://lyriel.net/
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Opening
Lyriel Lyrics

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Bienvenue, mes amis
Welcome to laugh and tragic
Zu Unschuld und Sünde
Kommt mit uns in die Tiefen der grenzenlosen Lyrik,
eine Welt voller Gedanken und Geheimnisse...
Mesdames e Monsieurs,
Meine Damen und Herren,
Ladies and Gentlemen

Willkommen im Paranoid Circus!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Opening" by Lyriel reflect the theme of duality, where the good is intertwined with the bad. The lines "Welcome to laugh and tragic, Zu Unschuld und Sünde" (Welcome to innocence and sin) depict how the two seemingly opposite concepts coexist. The song invites the listeners to join them in the depths of limitless poetry, a world full of thoughts and mysteries. The opening lines of the song are in different languages: French, German, and English, representing how Lyriel's music transcends geographical boundaries.

The lyrics also introduce the theme of a circus, which is a metaphor for life. The circus stands for how life can be both a joyful spectacle and a scary one filled with danger. The words "Welcome to Paranoid Circus" signify that life can be perceived to be full of uncertainties, but it is possible to navigate life's challenges with the right mindset.

Line by Line Meaning

Bienvenue, mes amis
Welcome, my friends

Welcome to laugh and tragic
Welcome to a place where laughter and tragedy coexist

Zu Unschuld und Sünde
To innocence and sin

Kommt mit uns in die Tiefen der grenzenlosen Lyrik,
Come with us into the depths of boundless poetry

eine Welt voller Gedanken und Geheimnisse...
A world full of thoughts and secrets...

Mesdames e Monsieurs,
Ladies and Gentlemen,

Meine Damen und Herren,
My ladies and gentlemen,

Ladies and Gentlemen
Ladies and Gentlemen

Willkommen im Paranoid Circus!
Welcome to the Paranoid Circus!

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