1. Onward from Oslo was the fir… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands known as Onward:
1. Onward from Oslo was the first Norwegian straight edge hardcore band to release a record. The band was formed in the summer of 1990. Their 6-song debut 7" EP was released in 1991 on Crucial Response Records. In 1993 they released the full-length "In A Different Place" on the same label. Shortly after the band broke up but reformed in 1995. In 1997 they released their best-selling record, the "These Words Still Pray" 12" EP. Onward split up again in 1999. Members from Onward also played in Amulet, Contention, Washington Disease, Sportswear, Hands Tied, Sportswear, Damage Control, Enforcer, DieDieDie & Common Cause.
2. Onward was a power metal band hailing from the US. They formed in 2000 and split up in 2007.
The Seven Tides Of Labyrinthine
Onward Lyrics
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Ten thousand galaxies away
Rests the world of hallowed waters
Two suns that shine on Labyrinthine
Reflections of the seven crescents
Icons of the gods once worshipped
Shifting, rising, falling
Seven centuries pass by
The seventh cycle tide arrives
Seven levels mark the worth of men - divided
The low - A barren expose of non-high covers all but cream of men
One land exists above the oceans amethyst garden
Lost whispers (calling)
I am one man with two dreams inside
Shared by my last kingless queen
Dry above the waters high
Lie the sifts of cirrus tower
Keeps cold and dry my love unseen
Safe is she from waters raging
Cold death will I soon be facing
Unless my call will make me king
Endless waters rising
Denied - passage to the towers climb
The wall that's safe from the sixth tide
Near is the high water that we have forever
The mark - chosen for me at birth
The worth - of my heart unbounded
No sea of judgment can decide the fate that dreams make
Feel me (softly)
When your almond eyes close out the light
Hear the voices in dark waves
(the promised sound of sleep)
Tides are rising (from your tears)
Not from moons or science theory
Lonely is your mind of dreams, awake
hear my answers
And one heart will keep beating
Awake to a returned sunlight sky
For my dreams have christened
The sole one is me that breaths
The sea - I am chosen
Away - from this lifeless land seen today
Hand in hand I meet my queen
The air of honor is whole again
We now descend
One together
The end of loneliness we shall achieve
The emerald sky also has eyes
Still forever
Or at least until the life in our eyes die
Our oceans still create the rain
And soothes our sleep
Dream forever, forever I dream
The Seven Tides of Labyrinthine by Onward is a deeply poetic song with vivid, mystical imagery that tells a tale of a man's journey to become king and reunite with his queen in a world that is largely unexplored, but rich in water and natural beauty. The song begins by describing a world beyond this one, one that is "ten thousand galaxies away" where there is a "world of hallowed waters" and "two suns that shine on Labyrinthine." This clear and beautiful water is home to the "seven crescents" that "control the lands of seldom seen," icons that harken back to a time when "the gods" were worshipped.
As the song progresses, we learn more about the man's journey to become king and rescue his queen. He faces many challenges and dangers, including rising water levels and the challenge of being chosen as the "mark" at birth. Despite this, he remains dedicated to his quest, and through it all, his love for his queen remains steadfast. Ultimately, the man is able to achieve his goal and reunite with his queen, bringing peace and prosperity to their world.
Overall, The Seven Tides of Labyrinthine is a powerful and evocative song that paints a vivid picture of a mythical world and the trials and tribulations of love and adventure. It is a testament to the human spirit and the capacity for courage and devotion, even in the face of great danger and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Dream forever, forever I dream
I will dream for eternity
Ten thousand galaxies away
In a far-off place beyond our reach
Rests the world of hallowed waters
A sacred place where water is revered
Two suns that shine on Labyrinthine
A planet with two suns in its sky
Reflections of the seven crescents
The seven phases of the moon are reflected in the water
Icons of the gods once worshipped
Symbols of the deities who were once revered there
Control the lands of seldom seen
These symbols have power over the unseen territories
Shifting, rising, falling
The tides are constantly changing
Seven centuries pass by
Seven hundred years have gone by
The seventh cycle tide arrives
The seventh set of tides has arrived
Seven levels mark the worth of men - divided
Society is stratified into seven levels of status
The low - A barren expose of non-high covers all but cream of men
The lower class is poor and desolate, comprising most of the population
One land exists above the oceans amethyst garden
There is a land above the amethyst garden of the sea
Lost whispers (calling)
Mysterious voices can be heard, beckoning
I am one man with two dreams inside
I have two distinct aspirations
Shared by my last kingless queen
My queen and I share the same desires
Dry above the waters high
There is a dry area above the high water
Lie the sifts of cirrus tower
The tall cirrus tower stands on this area
Keeps cold and dry my love unseen
My love is hidden and protected from the elements
Safe is she from waters raging
She is shielded from tumultuous waters
Cold death will I soon be facing
I am facing the possibility of freezing to death
Unless my call will make me king
My only chance of survival is to become king through my voice
Endless waters rising
The waters continue to rise without end
Denied - passage to the towers climb
I am not allowed to climb the tower
The wall that's safe from the sixth tide
The wall protects against the sixth tide
Near is the high water that we have forever
The seemingly eternal high water is nearby
The mark - chosen for me at birth
My destiny was predetermined from birth
The worth - of my heart unbounded
The value of my heart is immeasurable
No sea of judgment can decide the fate that dreams make
Only our dreams can determine our destiny
Feel me (softly)
Sense my presence in a gentle manner
When your almond eyes close out the light
When you close your eyes at night
Hear the voices in dark waves
Hear the sounds of the ocean waves in the night
(the promised sound of sleep)
The sound of the waves promises peaceful sleep
Tides are rising (from your tears)
The tides symbolize the emotional upheaval you are experiencing
Not from moons or science theory
The tides are not just governed by scientific laws or lunar cycles
Lonely is your mind of dreams, awake
You feel lonely in your dreams
hear my answers
Listen to my responses to your questions
And one heart will keep beating
Our hearts will continue to beat together
Awake to a returned sunlight sky
Wake up to a sunny day
For my dreams have christened
My dreams have been blessed by a higher power
The sole one is me that breaths
I am the only one breathing
The sea - I am chosen
The sea has chosen me as its ruler
Away - from this lifeless land seen today
I am leaving this bleak, empty land behind
Hand in hand I meet my queen
I am reunited with my queen and we join hands
The air of honor is whole again
The atmosphere of respect and dignity is restored
We now descend
We are descending from the sky to our new home
One together
We are united as one
The end of loneliness we shall achieve
We will never be lonely again
The emerald sky also has eyes
The sky is watching over us
Still forever
We will remain together eternally
Or at least until the life in our eyes die
Our love will endure until the end of our lives
Our oceans still create the rain
Our realm still has the power to influence the natural world
And soothes our sleep
Our realm also has a calming effect on us
Contributed by Charlie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Patrick House
My favorite tune off of this album it brings back to times when I was a youth in Minnesota and looking upon the lakes in fall.
Kevin Nunes
great band!
dancer elle
Toby Knapp your an amazing guitarist