The first demo-tape "Nostalgische Atavismen" sold more than 500 copies in the worldwide underground, slowly spreading the news that "Samsas Traum" someday might become more than a very strange little band with even stranger german vocals. After recording and releasing two more demo- and promo-tapes, the band signed their record deal with "Trisol Music Group Germany" (London After Midnight, Sopor Aeternus, L'âme Immortelle) on the 1st of march 1999, exactly three years after the bands foundation. The chief-manager of "Trisol" got to know about "Samsas Traum" randomly; he was phoning "Orkus Magazine" concerning adverts, and the person in charge listened to the bands' latest promo-release while talking to him.
Adieu
Samsas Traum Lyrics
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Mater Tenebrarum! Mater Tenebrarum!
Dankeschön und Adieu!
The lyrics “Geschrei' welches in einer Lache endet” in Samsas Traum’s song Adieu depicts a scene of tragedy and violence where a loud shouting or screaming suddenly fades into silence or ends in a pool of blood. The imagery of “Lache” (pool) suggests a violent and bloody ending to whatever caused the initial outburst of noise. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the fleeting nature of life where sudden moments of intensity can quickly vanish into dark, inescapable realities. The following lines “Mater Tenebrarum! Mater Tenebrarum!” are a reference to the Latin phrase meaning “Mother of Darkness” which is often associated with the devil or a supernatural entity. This phrase adds to the ominous and eerie tone of the lyrics and song.
The final words “Dankeschön und Adieu” translate to “Thank you and goodbye”, which could be interpreted as a final farewell or goodbye to life or to someone/thing that has caused pain or anger. The use of the German language for these lyrics and the overall song adds to the emotional weight and intensity of the message being conveyed.
Line by Line Meaning
Geschrei' welches in einer Lache endet
A scream that fades into silence
Mater Tenebrarum! Mater Tenebrarum!
Oh, Mother Darkness! Oh, Mother Darkness!
Dankeschön und Adieu!
Thank you and farewell!
Contributed by Adam H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.