Metsatöll, an Estonian folk metal band, was formed in 1999 in Tallinn by Ma… Read Full Bio ↴Metsatöll, an Estonian folk metal band, was formed in 1999 in Tallinn by Markus Teeäär (vocals), Silver “Factor” Rattasepp (drums) and Andrus Tins (bass), playing epic heavy metal with a great influence from ancient Estonian folklore. The debut album called "Terast mis hangund me hinge" (Steel Frozen in Our Souls) was released at that time.

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

Vihatõbine
Metsatöll Lyrics

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Sul on mustast marjast silmad
Sookailust soolesida
Huulheinast huulesida
Surmaputkest sülgesida

Verd
Liha
Murrab

Viha

Sul on koolnu aurust hingus
Mädapaisest kasvand rindu
Vereurmast maksamahlu
Pöörirohust vihavahtu

Sul on mürgist vindund meeled
Sapitõru sõnaks keelel

Täiskuutõvest hoolimatus
Leselehest lootusetus

Overall Meaning

The song Vihatõbine by Metsatöll speaks of an individual who is consumed by hatred. The lyrics describe their physical appearance, which is one of dark eyes, twisted features, and a venomous tongue. They are a personification of the emotion they feel, with references to deathly plants such as surmaputk (deadly nightshade), and a stomach full of hate. Their lungs are filled with the vapours of malice, and their heart is diseased with rot. Their veins are clogged with the bitter taste of anger, and their mouth froths with the venom of revenge. This individual seems to have reached the end of their tether, with the moon providing no solace, and their hope extinguished.

The lyrics of Vihatõbine are a warning about the dangers of allowing hatred to fester within us. They paint an image of a person who has lost themselves to their emotions and is now consumed by a toxic state of mind. The song exudes a sense of foreboding, with the repeated chants of 'verd, liha, murrab, viha' (blood, flesh, crush, hate) emphasising the destructive force that intense emotion can bring.

Metsatöll's lyrics are gritty and visceral, drawing on the themes and imagery of nature to create an evocative and powerful portrayal of this character. The song's rawness speaks to the idea that even amidst the wonder and beauty of the natural world, there lurks a darker, hidden side that can consume us if we're not careful.

Line by Line Meaning

Sul on mustast marjast silmad
Your eyes are as black as berries

Sookailust soolesida
Intestines full of swampy mud

Huulheinast huulesida
Lips filled with hay

Surmaputkest sülgesida
Choked with deadly nightshade

Verd
Blood

Liha
Flesh

Murrab
Crushing

Viha
Anger

Sul on koolnu aurust hingus
Your breath is misty and cold

Mädapaisest kasvand rindu
Your chest has grown from an abscess

Vereurmast maksamahlu
Liver filled with the poison of blood