SHAMANIAC
Omnia Lyrics


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We wear the cloak of feather and bone
Root and branch carved into our skin
We sing the primal scream
We bang the spirit drum
We eat the flesh of gods
We drink the blood of life
We howl the moon to rise
Pregnant with life, we are the dead
We are shaman




Hear us roar…

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Omnia's song SHAMANIAC are rich with symbolism and imagery that allude to shamanistic practices and beliefs. The opening line, "We wear the cloak of feather and bone," suggests that the singer is donning the regalia of a shaman, which typically includes feathers, bones, and other natural materials. The next line, "Root and branch carved into our skin," could be interpreted as either a metaphorical or literal reference to shamanistic tattoos, which often depict natural imagery like trees and roots.


The subsequent lines describe various shamanistic practices, such as singing the "primal scream" and banging the "spirit drum," both of which are used in shamanic rituals around the world. The line "We eat the flesh of gods, we drink the blood of life" also alludes to shamanistic beliefs that consuming certain plants and animals can provide spiritual insight and power.


The final lines of the chorus, "Pregnant with life, we are the dead, we are shaman, hear us roar," suggest that the singer is embodying the transformative power of shamanic practices, which can allow the practitioner to connect with the spirit realm and access new levels of consciousness.


Line by Line Meaning

We wear the cloak of feather and bone
We adorn ourselves with symbols of nature, representing our connection to the Earth and its creatures.


Root and branch carved into our skin
We display the patterns of nature, signifying our belief in its power and beauty, as deeply ingrained on our conscious being.


We sing the primal scream
We voice the innermost, unadulterated emotions that have been suppressed by the norms of society, and free ourselves in the release of it.


We bang the spirit drum
We play the instrument that invokes the spirits and opens up the portals of wisdom.


We eat the flesh of gods
We imbibe the divine essence of the natural world, and derive our strength and powers from it.


We drink the blood of life
We consume the very essence of existence that flows within us, and revere its magnificence.


We howl the moon to rise
We summon the forces of the universe with our raw, uninhibited energy, to create the balance and harmony that is essential for life.


Pregnant with life, we are the dead
Though we are aware of the cycle of life and death, we embody the concept of creation and our union with it in every moment.


We are shaman
We are the individuals who have undertaken the journey to transcend the physical world and connect with the spiritual realm, to help others in the process.


Hear us roar…
We proclaim our strength and convictions with fierce conviction, and demand to be heard and respected for our beliefs.




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Comments from YouTube:

@BeylaKaythin

My words cannot describe what I feel when I listen to this music, THEIR music! Omnia is just amazing, and they catch me every time again with their beautiful music, which carries a message straight from the heart. Omnia, I love you!! Thank heavens that I discovered this amazing band!!!

@CalylithSerinde

Thanks for uploading! Omnia is just awesome.

@rosecalixto6189

Essa música me levou em um dos lugares mais profundos da minha alma gratidão

@civildefense

This song is amazing.

@Transmissional

They really have to make more tunes like this..just the raw power and emotion behind it. 

@VitalijKaramakov

i agree... shaman music like this is amazing

@Transmissional

Well, I just got into Omnia within the week...and I think I;ve gotten through all their different styles and lineups..they are still great no matter what! And this is so far one of my favs!

@Fairychamber

If you need a song to take you to a trance THIS IS THE ONE:)

@EnumarWow

i didnt want the music to end.. if this music opened a portal to another dimension, i would step right into it :D

@KhanggiTanka

Than its good that it DID end because there is no way back from that portal stepped through myself and lucky i have a friend who guides me but without it it would be fatal. Stay with both feet on earth mate

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