The Axeman
Omen Lyrics
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Nor did he fear the beast of fire... He feared...
THE AXEMAN!!
Once we lose our precious dream there's nothing left to fight
Now you are bound and gagged one last meal is your final right
Many have tried you're not the only one waiting for that final mourn
The future's set dawn is coming time is now the mask will be worn
[Chorus:]
Bow down to the axeman hooded figure of mortal fear
Bow down to the axeman sun is rising time is near
Darkness fills your parting soul mystical power was yours alone
You stole the king's crown of gold claiming his kingdom for your own
Good and evil clash in battle armies fight into the night
Steel and iron ring out the warning powers on the side of right
[Chorus]
The sign of the king unites us all our fight for freedom rages on
Against warriors of light many fall our dreams of peace are not all gone
Once we lose that precious dream there's nothing left to fight
Now you are bound and gagged one last meal is your final right
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Omen's song "The Axeman" reflect the fear that a mysterious, hooded figure wielding an axe instills in people during a time when people were not afraid of swords and lances. The Axeman's power is so great that the mere thought of him is enough to fill people with a sense of dread. The song reflects on the inevitability of death and the futility of fighting against it. The lyrics suggest that once someone's dreams have been crushed, they have nothing left to fight for; they will be bound and gagged and their final meal will be their last right. The future is foretold, dawn is approaching, and it is time for the Axeman to reveal himself and strike fear into people's hearts.
The song paints a picture of an epic battle between good and evil, with steel ringing out a warning and powers aligning themselves for the benefit of the righteous. The Axeman symbolizes the unknown danger that lurks in the shadows, which no amount of skill with a sword or lance can protect people from. In the end, the sign of the king unites everyone in the fight for freedom, but many fall along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
In the days of darkness men feared not the sword and the lance
During times of darkness, men were not afraid of weapons like swords and lances.
Nor did he fear the beast of fire... He feared... THE AXEMAN!!
They also were not afraid of creatures like dragons, but instead, they feared a mysterious figure called the Axeman.
Once we lose our precious dream there's nothing left to fight
When we lose the hope we have for our future, we lose the motivation to fight for anything else.
Now you are bound and gagged one last meal is your final right
You are now captured and unable to free yourself. You are given one final meal before your inevitable death.
Many have tried you're not the only one waiting for that final mourn
Others have tried to fight against the Axeman and failed. You are not alone in waiting for your own demise.
The future's set dawn is coming time is now the mask will be worn
The future is already predetermined, and the time has come for the Axeman to reveal himself.
[Chorus:] Bow down to the axeman hooded figure of mortal fear
The chorus repeats the message that people should bow down to the Axeman, who is seen as a fearsome and deadly figure.
Bow down to the axeman sun is rising time is near
The sun is rising, and with it comes the approaching time for people to face the Axeman.
Darkness fills your parting soul mystical power was yours alone
As you approach your death, darkness fills your soul. You once had mysterious powers that were unique to you.
You stole the king's crown of gold claiming his kingdom for your own
You took the crown of the king and declared yourself the ruler of his kingdom.
Good and evil clash in battle armies fight into the night
There is a battle between good and evil, and armies fight through the night to win.
Steel and iron ring out the warning powers on the side of right
The sounds of steel and iron clashing create a warning that the righteous side is fighting.
The sign of the king unites us all our fight for freedom rages on
The symbol of the king brings everyone together to fight for freedom.
Against warriors of light many fall our dreams of peace are not all gone
Even against the fighters of good, many still fall. However, there is still hope for achieving peace.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOHN D. KIMBALL, KENNY POWELL
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