The Five Emperors
Pazuzu Lyrics
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Upon a throne bewinged and invisible a wrathful Emperor is enthroned.
By his word a galaxy dies and by his breath a planet shivers.
A cold wind travels the sky and at sunset it brings us death.
One foot beneath the surface of the sea a menacing layer of decay sinks the stranded ships.
Hidden in the center of the mountains a mighty duke does hide.
Mournful he cries the demise of his empire - forever his land is lost.
Beyond the horizon lies the land of tears where a dethroned monarch cowers upon his throne.
The highlands and valleys, once kingdom of two fearless kings,
is now the place where shadows dwell, where beast unseen
hide and roar - awaiting the coming of old.
This is the story of the five Emperors.
Their heir a sublime serpent - a Dragon proud and wise,
arising to rule the world.
The lyrics of Pazuzu's song The Five Emperors describe a world of darkness and decay ruled by powerful, wrathful emperors. The first verse alludes to the vastness and mystery of the universe, where these emperors hold dominion over galaxies and planets, wielding their power over life and death. The second verse paints a picture of despair and destruction on a more tangible level, with ships sinking beneath a layer of decay and a once-great duke mourning the loss of his empire. The third verse introduces a dethroned monarch, now reduced to a life of solitude and emptiness, while the fourth and final verse foretells the coming of a new ruler - a dragon, fierce and wise, who will take control of the world.
Overall, the lyrics of The Five Emperors present a dark and foreboding vision of a world ruled by absolute power and decay, with a faint glimmer of hope offered in the form of the rising dragon. The imagery is vivid and unsettling, conjuring up a sense of dread and unease that is characteristic of Pazuzu's style.
Line by Line Meaning
The endless universe hides a many secrets.
The vastness of the universe conceals numerous mysteries.
Upon a throne bewinged and invisible a wrathful Emperor is enthroned.
A ruler with wings, elusive in nature, sits on a throne full of rage.
By his word a galaxy dies and by his breath a planet shivers.
His decree can obliterate a galaxy and his breath can make a planet tremble.
A cold wind travels the sky and at sunset it brings us death.
A frigid gust of wind wanders the sky, bringing death as the sun sets.
One foot beneath the surface of the sea a menacing layer of decay sinks the stranded ships.
A harmful decaying layer lurks just below the surface of the sea, sinking helpless ships.
Hidden in the center of the mountains a mighty duke does hide.
A powerful duke is concealed at the heart of the mountains.
Mournful he cries the demise of his empire - forever his land is lost.
Sorrowfully he laments his fallen kingdom - his land is lost forever.
Beyond the horizon lies the land of tears where a dethroned monarch cowers upon his throne.
The land of tears lies beyond the horizon where a defeated ruler crouches on his throne.
His life was once a crowded theater, but the actors are all dead.
His life was once a bustling stage, but now all the actors are deceased.
The highlands and valleys, once kingdom of two fearless kings,
The highlands and valleys, once ruled by two brave kings,
is now the place where shadows dwell, where beast unseen hide and roar - awaiting the coming of old.
Now, it is the abode of shadows, where unknown beasts hide and growl - anticipating the arrival of ancient beings.
This is the story of the five Emperors.
This is the tale of the five Emperors.
Their heir a sublime serpent - a Dragon proud and wise,
Their successor is a magnificent serpent - a wise and proud Dragon,
arising to rule the world.
Ascending to govern the entire world.
Contributed by Zoe S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.