1) Magma is the brain-chi… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1) Magma is the brain-child of drummer/composer Christian Vander formed in Paris, France in 1969, disbanded in 1983 and reformed in 1996. Starting with a base of experimental rock heavily influenced by jazz and 20th century classical music, the band developed such a unique style of progressive rock that it became a new genre called Zeuhl. Characterized by insistent and repetitive rhythms, dramatic vocals, virtuosic solos, heavy bass playing, and jazzy drums, Zeuhl has been emulated by numerous followers from all over the world. Almost all of Magma's lyrics are sung in the constructed language known as "Kobaïan" and concerns a lengthy saga about Earth and the planet Kobaïa, with spiritual and environmental themes.
2) Magma is a progressive folk group from Argentina. The music retains strong Andean influences and is notable for incorporating the flutes of the region. Their output is notable for meshing the Andean elements with Spanish folk guitar and the adoption of European song structures and instrumentation. Extended prog and folk songs see the use of both Mellotron and pan flutes. Despite being an 1980s outfit, their music is reminiscent of 70s progressive rock and 60s/70s folk. Truly a great example of music transculturation on various levels.
3) Magma is a German progressive/spacey band that recorded an album called Rock Duo Magma in 1975.
4) Magma (마그마) is a psychedelic band from Korea.
5) Magma is a pop-rock group from Poland.
6) Magma is a hardcore band from Orlando, Florida
7) Magma is a modern thrash metal band from Belgrade, Serbia. They are a famous underground Serbian demo band. They have recorded their first album and are now looking for label.
8) Magma is a tribal house duo from Antwerpen, Belgium. It consists of Kelvin Smits and Sebastien Kalonji and have also released under the names Clean and Spanner.
9) Magma is a Hard Rock band from Palma de Mallorca (Balearic Islands)
Nebehr gudahtt
Magma Lyrics
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Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah...
[soliste]
Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo
Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo
Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo
Wëhloï wëhlo weh...
Walöhmëhn d/ëm Walöhmëhn d/ëm
Zïss ünt ëtnah
Zïss ünt ëtnah
Zïss ünt ëtnah
Zïss ünt ëtnah (4x)
Wi wëritstoh iëndö
/ë d/ë wëh soworï
The lyrics to Magma's song Nebëhr Gudahtt are predominantly in the invented language of Kobaian. The choral section repeats the phrase "Zïss ünt ëtnah" which can be loosely translated to "beyond what we see." The soloist then enters with the phrase "Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo" which is difficult to translate literally, but could be interpreted as a call to action or a summoning of sorts. The song then switches back to the choral section, repeating the phrase "Walöhmëhn d/ëm" which is also difficult to translate precisely, but could be interpreted as "we hold the force." The song ends with the repeated phrase "Zïss ünt ëtnah" and the final line "Wi wëritstoh iëndö /ë d/ë wëh soworï" which translates to "we who are standing here / in the midst of the force."
Overall, the lyrics to Nebëhr Gudahtt evoke a sense of mystery and otherworldliness, with the use of the Kobaian language adding to the otherworldly feel. The repeated phrases throughout the song seem to be invoking a higher power or energy beyond what is visible to the naked eye, with the tone of the music becoming more intense as the song progresses. The final line of the song suggests a sense of being grounded in this energy or force, as if the singer and the listener are standing in the midst of something larger than themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah...
Repeating the phrase 'Zïss ünt ëtnah' to create a chorus effect.
Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo
Repeating the word 'Wëhloï wëhlo wehlo' multiple times to create a rhythm.
Walöhmëhn d/ëm Walöhmëhn d/ëm Walöhmëhn d/ëm Walöhmëhn d/ëm
Repeating the phrase 'Walöhmëhn d/ëm' to create a chant-like effect.
Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah Zïss ünt ëtnah (4x)
Repeating the phrase 'Zïss ünt ëtnah' multiple times to emphasize its importance.
Wi wëritstoh iëndö /ë d/ë wëh soworï
Unknown meaning as this portion of the lyrics is unclear.
Contributed by Julia L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.