Warrior
Matisyahu渀 Lyrics


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You're the son of his majesty
Remember how it used to be
In the light of day it's easy to see
Now it's nighttime, yeah
You had to leave

Separated from the king
Now the water's gushing and you keep trying to swim against the stream
It seems like you're not moving, the many waters gushing you gasp for air
Almost drowning ears ringing, once upon a time we were singing
One day those trees will stand and clap hands
Stream of thought getting caught in the klipa, this place is just a shell, external

Warrior, fighting for your soul
Taken from the world above, and brought down this world below
Warrior, fighting for your soul
Taken from the world above, and brought down to this world below

Re-unite them, re-unite them, return the princess to her king
Said re-unite them, re-united, she's been taken for so long
Re-unite them, re-unite and then she'll be filled with joy
Said, ah, re-unite them, re-united like the days of her youth

Descended to this pit
What's that feeling, I can't get rid of it
I'm so sick, I can't seem to shake it
When one retires at night weeping, joy will come in the morning
You made my mountain stand strong

Warrior, fighting for your soul
Taken from the world above, and brought down this world below
Warrior, fighting for your soul
Taken from the world above, and brought down to this world below

Ancient memory, remember how it used to be
Close your eyes and breathe in
The scent of freedom
Ringing across the sea
Land of milk and honey
One day, we'll wake up from this dream and we'll stop sleeping
Oh, yo, yo, yo, yo and then we'll see clearly, no, no, no





Fighting for your soul
Taken from the world above, and brought down this world below

Overall Meaning

The song “Warrior” by Matisyahu is a powerful and inspiring piece about the struggle that we all face in life to reconnect with our true selves and our spiritual nature. The song contains several powerful metaphors that weave together to create a narrative of a warrior who has been separated from his true home and his spiritual path. The song opens with a reference to the warrior as “the son of his majesty” and the need to “remember how it used to be” when the warrior was connected to his true self and his spiritual path.


The central metaphor of the song is the idea of the warrior as someone who is fighting for their soul. The lines “Warrior, fighting for your soul/Taken from the world above, and brought down this world below” emphasize this idea, as does the imagery of the warrior struggling against “the many waters gushing” and trying to “swim against the stream”. The song suggests that the process of reconnecting with our true selves and our spiritual path can be difficult and even perilous, but also that it is ultimately worth the effort.


One of the most powerful lines in the song is “when one retires at night weeping, joy will come in the morning”. This is a reference to the idea that even in our darkest moments, hope can be found if we have the courage and determination to continue on our path. Overall, “Warrior” is an uplifting and empowering song that encourages listeners to embrace their inner strength and fight for their own spiritual and emotional well-being.


Line by Line Meaning

You're the son of his majesty
You come from a royal lineage, and have inherited greatness from your ancestors.


Remember how it used to be
Take a moment to reflect on your past and remember a time when things were simpler.


In the light of day it's easy to see
During the day, it's easier to see things clearly and make rational decisions.


Now it's nighttime, yeah
But now, it's nighttime, and things are uncertain and unclear.


You had to leave
You've had to leave the safety and security of your past in order to face new challenges.


Separated from the king
You are now separated from the source of your power and guidance.


Now the water's gushing and you keep trying to swim against the stream
You're encountering obstacles and finding it difficult to make progress.


It seems like you're not moving, the many waters gushing you gasp for air
Despite your efforts, you're not making much headway and feel overwhelmed.


Almost drowning ears ringing, once upon a time we were singing
You're struggling and may feel like you're on the verge of giving up, but remember a time when you were joyful and confident.


One day those trees will stand and clap hands
Eventually, you'll achieve your goals and receive recognition for your hard work.


Stream of thought getting caught in the klipa, this place is just a shell, external
Your mind is getting bogged down by negative thoughts, but remember that the world is only an external shell.


Warrior, fighting for your soul
You are a warrior fighting to protect your inner self and spiritual well-being.


Taken from the world above, and brought down this world below
You've come from a higher realm and have been sent to this world to fulfill a mission.


Re-unite them, re-unite them, return the princess to her king
Your mission is to bring together two separate entities, and reunite them with their source of power.


Said re-unite them, re-united, she's been taken for so long
You may encounter challenges or obstacles in reuniting these entities, but it's important to persevere.


Re-unite them, re-unite and then she'll be filled with joy
Once the entities are reunited, they will experience joy and fulfillment.


Said, ah, re-unite them, re-united like the days of her youth
The reunion will bring a sense of renewal and rejuvenation, like returning to a time of innocence and joy.


Descended to this pit
You've found yourself in a difficult and challenging situation.


What's that feeling, I can't get rid of it
You may be experiencing negative emotions or thoughts that are difficult to shake.


I'm so sick, I can't seem to shake it
These negative emotions may be making you feel physically ill or drained.


When one retires at night weeping, joy will come in the morning
Despite your current struggles, there is hope for a brighter future.


You made my mountain stand strong
Your inner strength and determination have helped you overcome obstacles and stand strong.


Ancient memory, remember how it used to be
Reflect on ancient memories and teachings to find guidance and strength in difficult times.


Close your eyes and breathe in
Take a moment to calm your mind and center yourself.


The scent of freedom
Focus on the idea of freedom and what it means to you.


Ringing across the sea
This idea is universal and echoes across the world.


Land of milk and honey
Imagine a place of abundance and prosperity, where all needs are met.


One day, we'll wake up from this dream and we'll stop sleeping
Someday, we'll come out of our current state of confusion and uncertainty.


Oh, yo, yo, yo, yo and then we'll see clearly, no, no, no
At that time, our purpose and path will become clear, and we'll be able to move forward confidently.




Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: Matthew Miller, Joshua Werner

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