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2) Narnia was a British folk band who recorded his sole eponymous album in 1974.
1) Narnia is a heavy metal/power metal band from Sweden from 1996. Their trademarks are their generally fast tempo, uplifting vocals, and the neo-classical playing style of guitarist Carl Johan Grimmark. In 2008 vocalist Christian Liljegren left the band for personal reasons. Narnia then recruited singer German Pasqual to finish the album Course of a Generation, and the tour that followed. In the first days of 2010 Grimmark made the decision to put Narnia to rest.
The break lasted for four years. In late 2013 CJ Grimmark & Christian Liljegren started discussing a possible reunion and the idea of making the best and strongest Narnia album ever. On January 31, 2014, the band announced it’s return. Celebrating the 15th anniversary of the classic album Long Live the King,
On the new self-titled 2016 album Narnia re-visits their melodic roots but with an updated sound, creating a perfect blend. A powerful production by CJ Grimmark, mixed and mastered by Thomas “Plec” Johansson.
The line-up for Narnia 2016:
Christian Liljegren Vocals
CJ Grimmark Guitars, keyboards & backing vocals
Andreas “Habo” Johansson Drums
Martin Härenstam Keyboards
Andreas Passmark Bass
On a side note, former lead singer Christian Rivel runs the Swedish record label Rivel Records, which features mainly melodic/heavy metal, but has also released CDs from anomalies such as the black-metal band Crimson Moonlight.
2) Narnia was a British folk band who recorded his sole eponymous album in 1974.
Hyped up by dealers worldwide as a masterpiece of acid-folk, this has a few arresting moments, but is generally overestimated. The main problem is the compositions, which do not render anything not heard before elsewhere. At worst they are trite and lacking of depth, at best they are agreeable as on Agape and on by far the best track Living Water. The playing is good, while the lyrics have strong religious undertones. Pauline Filby sings very well, but often sounds uncomfortably like Dusty Springfield while the overall sound is reminiscent of The Seekers. The most positive effect of this album could be that one may want to re-read the excellent Narnia Cycle by C.S. Lewis.
In June 1972 the band Agape formed featured John Russell and Pauline Filby. Filby had been married for some time to Jack Filby who was a vicar. They formed a folk duo after their marriage and lived in Cliff Richard's home in Essex, which was a Christian Arts Centre. Pauline had been a folk singer for a few years before she married.
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Narnia Lyrics
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I Met That Stranger From Far Beyond My Dreams
Staring Into Those Eyes I Was Blinded By A Light
Paralysed By The Power I Fell Down On My Knees
It Was Never Easy To See
But Now It's So Clear As Anything Can Be
I Felt Such Warmth In My Deserted Soul
I Stood There Waiting For The Dawn
My Tears Were Flowing And My Sins Faded Away
The One Who Has The Power Is The One Who Breaks The Bonds
Let The Only Son Of God Cleanse Your Soul
The lyrics of Narnia's song "Awakening" describe an encounter with a divine being that changes the singer's life. In the darkness and coldness of the night, the singer meets a stranger from beyond their dreams, who has a blinding power that leaves the singer paralysed and awestruck. This stranger is revealed to be the Holy Spirit, who fills the singer's soul with warmth and gives them clarity of vision. The singer is moved to tears and experiences forgiveness and release from their sins.
The lyrics suggest that this encounter is a transformative one, allowing the singer to see clearly and awaken to the power of divine love. The reference to the "Only Son of God" suggests a Christian interpretation of the encounter, indicating that the singer has experienced a spiritual rebirth through their encounter with the Holy Spirit.
Overall, "Awakening" is a song about the power of spiritual transformation and the possibility of redemption through a divine encounter. It suggests that even in our darkest moments, there may be a way to awaken to the light and find forgiveness and new life.
Line by Line Meaning
The Night Was Dark And Cold As Ice
The atmosphere was cold and dark before the encounter with the stranger.
I Met That Stranger From Far Beyond My Dreams
The singer met the stranger who was beyond their highest expectations or imagination.
Staring Into Those Eyes I Was Blinded By A Light
The singer was overwhelmed by a bright light when they looked into the stranger's eyes.
Paralysed By The Power I Fell Down On My Knees
The artist felt powerless and was compelled to fall on their knees when faced with the stranger's power.
It Was Never Easy To See
The truth was never clear to the artist before.
But Now It's So Clear As Anything Can Be
The truth has become crystal clear and unambiguous.
I Felt Such Warmth In My Deserted Soul
The singer felt a sense of warmth in their previously empty soul.
Oh Holy Spirit, Come To Me
The artist is calling on the Holy Spirit for guidance.
I Stood There Waiting For The Dawn
The artist waited patiently for a brighter tomorrow.
My Tears Were Flowing And My Sins Faded Away
The artist cried and their sins were cleansed.
The One Who Has The Power Is The One Who Breaks The Bonds
The one with the ultimate power is capable of breaking all the limits and boundaries.
Let The Only Son Of God Cleanse Your Soul
The artist is urging others to let the Son of God purify their souls.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROLF U. LOVLAND, BENNO GOEIJ DE, PIET BERVOETS, BENNO MARINUS B GOEIJ DE, PIET PIETER W BERVOETS
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