Mizuta joined Square Enix (formerly Square) in the mid-1990s and started his career composing music for racing games. He gained prominence when he was assigned as the composer for the mobile game "Final Fantasy XI" (2002). His compositions for this massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) received praise for their atmospheric and evocative qualities, enhancing the gaming experience for players.
In addition to his work on "Final Fantasy XI," Naoshi Mizuta has contributed to other Square Enix titles, including "Parasite Eve II," "Blood of Bahamut," and "Final Fantasy Dimensions." He has showcased his versatility as a composer, adapting his style to fit the themes and settings of each game.
Heart of Chaos
Naoshi Mizuta Lyrics
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Iuravi
Carissimam servaturum
Dea Mortis
Iuravi
Carissimam servaturum
Dea Mortis
Iuravi
Dea Mortis
Servabo
Ut tempora recte ducam
Etsi cor in Chaos
Aut Fortuna bella ferat
Occurram et
Obviam ibo
The lyrics to Naoshi Mizuta’s song Heart of Chaos are in Latin and describe a person’s vow to protect the goddess of death. The repetition of the phrase “Dea Mortis Iuravi” which translates to “I have sworn to the goddess of death”, emphasizes the weight and importance of the vow made by the singer. The use of the word “Carissimam”, meaning “most dear” or “beloved” further emphasizes the emotional attachment the singer has to the goddess they have promised to serve and protect.
The final lines of the song illustrate the determination of the singer to fulfill their vow, even in the face of chaos and uncertainty. The phrase “Etsi cor in Chaos Aut Fortuna bella ferat Occurram et Obviam ibo” conveys the idea that despite any turmoil or challenges that may arise, the singer will confront them head-on and do what needs to be done to protect their goddess. The lyrics overall leave a sense of devotion and responsibility towards a higher power, and a willingness to face any trial in order to fulfill that commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
Dea Mortis
Goddess of Death
Iuravi
I have sworn
Carissimam servaturum
To protect my dearest
Dea Mortis
Goddess of Death
Iuravi
I have sworn
Carissimam servaturum
To protect my dearest
Dea Mortis
Goddess of Death
Iuravi
I have sworn
Carissimam servaturum
To protect my dearest
Dea Mortis
Goddess of Death
Servabo
I will keep my word
Ut tempora recte ducam
So that I may guide the times rightly
Etsi cor in Chaos
Even if my heart is in chaos
Aut Fortuna bella ferat
Or fate brings war
Occurram et
I will face it
Obviam ibo
And go forth to meet it
Writer(s): Naoshi Mizuta
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