Excerpt From Ommadawn
Mike Oldfield Lyrics


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Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd
taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl
Ab yul ann i dyad awt
en yab na log a toc na awd




taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
omma dawn egg kyowl

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Part 1" by Mike Oldfield might seem like complete gibberish upon first glance, but upon closer inspection, they have a deeper meaning. The words themselves are made up and don't have any real translation, but the way they are sung and the emotions conveyed through the melody are what make this piece powerful.


The repeating phrase "Ab yul ann i dyad awt, en yab na log a toc na awd, taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl" is haunting and adds to the otherworldly tone of the song. It almost feels like a chant or a prayer, with the singer repeating these words over and over again. The rest of the lyrics are just as mysterious, with phrases like "taw may on omaliay" and "una brah" adding to the mysticism of the piece.


Overall, the lyrics to "Part 1" are meant to create an eerie, otherworldly atmosphere, and they do just that. They may not have any real meaning or translation, but they add to the overall mood of the song and enhance the listening experience.


Line by Line Meaning

Ab yul ann i dyad awt
The singer is introducing the song with vague and mysterious language, implying that what is to follow may be difficult to interpret or understand.


en yab na log a toc na awd
The singer continues to use cryptic language, perhaps creating a sense of intrigue or tension for the listener that will be resolved later in the song.


taw may on omma dawn egg kyowl
The singer repeats a phrase that has already been used in the song, building on the idea that there may be hidden meanings or deeper significance to the lyrics.


omma dawn egg kyowl
The repeated phrase could be interpreted as a vocalization of an instrumental melody, further emphasizing the idea that the song is meant to be felt or experienced rather than fully understood through language.




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Written by: MIKE OLDFIELD

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