Satyrian call themselves an international gothic metal band, although all m… Read Full Bio ↴Satyrian call themselves an international gothic metal band, although all members are from Netherlands, combining dark atmospheric lyrics with wave, rock, classical orchestration, piano, and heavy guitars.
They were formerly known as Danse Macabre.

Satyrian line up:
Roman Schönsee - vocals
Kemi Vita - vocals
Judith "Ciara" Stüber - vocals
Jan "Örkki" Yrlund - guitars, programming
Oliver Philipps - piano, orchestrations
Miloš Marićević - bass
Merijn Mol - drums

Invictus
Satyrian Lyrics

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Invictus…
Invictus…
???
Where the sun does never shine,
Of the witch where secret lies,
Oh, Mighty Virgin of the skies…

Beyond this place of rotten tears…

Invictus.
Looms but the horror of the shame…
Invictus.

Invictus…
The fallen bears the sacred name,
Burn inside, in her own flame.
She lifts me softly by the hand.
She whispers me "???".

Beyond this place of rotten tears…
Invictus.
Looms but the horror of the shame…
Invictus.
And yet the menace of the years…
Invictus.
Finds and shall find me all afraid.

My eyes are closing, I cannot see
The ropes? outstretched in endless sleep.
The land of dreams sets me above,
Above the lights of the morning star.

My eyes are closing, I cannot see
The ropes? outstretched in endless sleep.
The land of dreams sets me above,
Above the lights of the morning star…
Morning star.

Beyond this place of rotten tears…
Invictus.
Looms but the horror of the shame…
Invictus.
And yet the menace of the years…
Invictus.
Finds and shall find me all afraid.

Invictus…
Invictus.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Satyrian's Invictus are rich in imagery and metaphorical language. Invictus is a Latin word meaning "unconquered" or "undefeated" and the repetition of this word throughout the song emphasizes the idea of strength and resilience. The first verse sets the scene of a dark place where the sun doesn't shine, and a witch holds a secret. The singer then addresses "Mighty Virgin of the skies" which could be interpreted as a plea for divine intervention or protection.

The second verse speaks of the horror of shame which looms over everything, but the fallen bear a sacred name and burn inside with their own flame. The singer is lifted up by someone or something, and they receive a mysterious message whispered in their ear. The final verse speaks of the land of dreams, where the singer is set above the lights of the morning star. The repeated lines of the chorus, "Beyond this place of rotten tears..." and "And yet the menace of the years..." suggest a struggle against oppression or hardship, but with an unwavering determination to overcome.

Line by Line Meaning

Invictus...
The feeling of being invincible and unconquerable.

???
Unknown or unspecified.

Where the sun does never shine,
A place of darkness or despair.

Of the witch where secret lies,
A mystery or hidden knowledge.

Oh, Mighty Virgin of the skies...
A divine feminine force.

Beyond this place of rotten tears...
Moving past a place of pain and suffering.

Invictus.
The feeling of being invincible and unconquerable.

Looms but the horror of the shame...
The fear or embarrassment of one's past mistakes or actions.

Invictus...
The feeling of being invincible and unconquerable.

The fallen bears the sacred name,
One who has struggled or fallen, but is still strong and respected.

Burn inside, in her own flame.
The inner strength and passion to overcome challenges.