In 2000, a good friend Lauri "Varulven" Õunapuu joined the band. Until then, he had observed the activities of the band with a broad smile and had, from time to time, joined them on stage. Varulven had self-taught himself a number of ancient Estonian folk instruments and together they realised that metal and old Estonian folk fit together perfectly. Since then, the music of Metsatöll has interwined more and more with old Estonian runo-singing and traditional melodies.
In 2000, their bass virtuoso Andrus left the band due to personal reasons. However, he was replaced with a new bass player, Raivo "KuriRaivo" Piirsalu, in just a couple of months.
In 2002, Metsatöll contributed to the Estonian music scene with their newest effort, "Hundi Loomine", for which a video was also shot (directed by Liina Paakspuu). "Hundi Loomine" received numerous exceptionally positive reviews and commentaries in the local media, there was talk of the true mind of the Estonians, the destruction of the negative effects of the English language and the rebirth of folklore through contemporary means and people.
In the beginning of 2004, Factor dedicated himself completely to science and was replaced by Marko Atso.
In late 2004, Metsatöll released their sophomore album, called "Hiiekoda" (My Home, My Sacred Grove), which was critically acclaimed by both metal and non-metal fans from all over Estonia. It is a heavy metal album strongly combined with old Estonian traditional instruments.
In 2005, Metsatöll released a re-recording of their first album "Terast mis hangund me hinge" called "Terast mis hangund me hinge 10218". The number stands for the world's age according to Estonian chronology. It is much more influenced by folk music and done in a much more professional way in general. It is a must-have for any Metsatöll's listener.
In 2008, Metsatöll released a single "Veelind" from their then upcoming album, "Iivakivi". They also signed with Spinefarm Records.
Considered a highly popular band in their home country, they have also won many competitions.
"Metsatöll" pretty much means "wolf". It was believed among Estonians that the name of the wolf cannot be said out loud, and that whenever you say "wolf", it will appear. For that reason, wolves were called by various different names, such as võsavillem, vanatöll, hallivatt, metsaisand, metsakutsu, hallivatimees, etc. One of the names was metsatöll, which roughly translates into "forest creature" (mets - forest; töll - being, creature).
Their official website is www.metsatoll.ee
Roju
Metsatöll Lyrics
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Sul on roju jõudnud koju
Väsinud ja näljane
Käsk on täita kõik mis palub
Meelita ja võrguta
Erksaks saaks siis tema meel
Seda tegemata ei saa
Hei-hei naised nüüd, kõlab meeste sõjahüüd
Heitke seljast undrukud, me murrame kui marutuul
Silma vaata talle nii
Anna hing ja tõsta kihu
Naudingu mis taevani
Ulatub kui annad ihu
Kalla õlut, rebi liha
Tahab rasket armastust
Edenedes kasvab iha
Põrutab et maa on must
Naisekene kallikene
Mehe poole vaata üllalt
See metslane on näljane
Ja tal ei pruugi saada küllalt
The lyrics of the song "Roju" by Metsatöll depict an encounter between a man and a woman. The woman has clearly been waiting for the man's return and is tired and hungry, but willing to do anything he asks of her. The man is encouraged to entice and seduce the woman, satisfying her desires and needs, which he knows he can easily do since he is a man. The chorus of the song is a call to arms of sorts, asking women to shed their garments and become wild with the men who will stop at nothing to conquer them.
The lyrics speak of the raw, primal aspects of the human psyche, particularly when it comes to sex and relationships. The man is portrayed as a "wild" animal, driven by his urges and desires, while the woman is more tempered and must be coaxed into fulfilling her physical and emotional needs. Both the man and the woman are portrayed as being brutal and cold towards one another, willing to do whatever it takes to satisfy their lusts.
Overall, the song can be interpreted as a commentary on the power dynamic between men and women, particularly in sexual relationships. The lyrics suggest that men hold all the power and that women must submit to their desires, but the song also acknowledges that women have their own needs and desires, and that they too can be just as fierce as men in pursuing their own satisfaction.
Line by Line Meaning
Naisekene kallikene
Addressing a beloved woman affectionately
Sul on roju jõudnud koju
Your menstruation has arrived
Väsinud ja näljane
Feeling tired and hungry
Käsk on täita kõik mis palub
Obliged to fulfill all her desires
Meelita ja võrguta
Court and seduce
Erksaks saaks siis tema meel
So that her mood would brighten
Seda tegemata ei saa
Cannot be done otherwise
Tema teab ta on ju mees
He knows he is a man
Hei-hei naised nüüd, kõlab meeste sõjahüüd
Hey, hey women now, sounds the war cry of men
Heitke seljast undrukud, me murrame kui marutuul
Take off your dresses, we will break like a hurricane
Silma vaata talle nii
Look at her eyes like this
Anna hing ja tõsta kihu
Give your soul and raise lust
Naudingu mis taevani
Pleasure reaching to the sky
Ulatub kui annad ihu
Extends when you give your body
Kalla õlut, rebi liha
Pour beer, tear meat
Tahab rasket armastust
Wants hard love
Edenedes kasvab iha
Desire grows as time passes
Põrutab et maa on must
Hits hard like a blacksmith's hammer
Mehe poole vaata üllalt
Look at the man with admiration
See metslane on näljane
This savage is hungry
Ja tal ei pruugi saada küllalt
And he may not get enough
Contributed by Luke W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.