SkyMarshall Arts is an electronic dance music group established by Eirik Ha… Read Full Bio ↴SkyMarshall Arts is an electronic dance music group established by Eirik Hafskjold in 1995 in Norway. Though several other people are listed as members of the band, SkyMarshall Arts is technically a one-man show. His trademark has become melodic vocal remixes of classic game-music from the Commodore, Amiga and Nintendo systems, claiming to make 'Music for the Gamer Generation'.

In addition he produces original work and collaborations with other indie artists. SkyMarshall Arts use Virtual Studio Technology and Trackers amidst guitars and vocals. The vocals often have a heavily harmonized chorus, or has been digitally altered by vocoders or similar to achieve a specific kind of artificial sound.

He also commonly samples sound bites from movies, interviews and games to set the tone for his music. The lyrics are often humorous in nature and often reference specific characters or games from above mentioned systems.

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Monkey Island
SkyMarshall Arts Lyrics

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I am Guybrush Threepwood.
The only non-undead pirate to know the secrets of Monkey Island.
Well, four secrets actually.

I am Guybrush Threepwood,
and I have overstayed my welcome through many graphic adventures.
I am Guybrush Threepwood,
and I have come here to rid this island of deadly and murdorous ... clam?

I am Guybrush Threepwood,
and I don't have a drinking problem.
I am Captain Threepwood,
I've been to Monkey Island four times.
Defeated the evil pirate LeChuck repeatedly.
I uncovered the gates of hell,
I destroyed an Australian land-developer and his ultimate insult.
Discovered the worlds only talking monkey,

and married the most beautiful governour in the world.
And all before the age of 22.

Overall Meaning

In SkyMarshall Arts' song "Monkey Island", the lyrics express the perspective of Guybrush Threepwood, the singer of the classic video game series of the same name. The lyrics recount the various adventures and accomplishments of Guybrush Threepwood, highlighting his unique achievements and experiences as a pirate. The opening line, "I am Guybrush Threepwood. The only non-undead pirate to know the secrets of Monkey Island. Well, four secrets actually," establishes the character's expertise and familiarity with the setting of the game world.

Throughout the rest of the song, the lyrics make references to the different challenges and foes that Guybrush Threepwood has faced in his adventures. From defeating the infamous pirate LeChuck to discovering the "world's only talking monkey," the lyrics showcase the character's heroism and exceptional talents. Additionally, the line "and I don't have a drinking problem" serves as a nod to a running joke in the game series, in which the character repeatedly claims he is not an alcoholic despite evidence to the contrary.

Overall, "Monkey Island" by SkyMarshall Arts is a tribute to the enduring popularity and influence of the Monkey Island franchise. The song celebrates the unique characters and settings of the game series, while also showcasing the enduring appeal of the character of Guybrush Threepwood as a beloved hero of the gaming world.

Line by Line Meaning

I am Guybrush Threepwood.
I am the singer of this story.

The only non-undead pirate to know the secrets of Monkey Island.
I am the only living pirate who knows the secrets of Monkey Island.

Well, four secrets actually.
To be precise, there are actually four secrets that I know of on Monkey Island.

and I have overstayed my welcome through many graphic adventures.
I have been around for many adventures and may have stayed too long.

and I have come here to rid this island of deadly and murdorous ... clam?
I have arrived on this island to defeat a deadly and murderous sea creature, possibly a clam.

and I don't have a drinking problem.
Contrary to what people may think, I do not have a problem with alcohol.

I am Captain Threepwood,
As a result of my numerous adventures, I have earned the title of Captain.

I've been to Monkey Island four times.
I have visited Monkey Island four times throughout my adventures.

Defeated the evil pirate LeChuck repeatedly.
I have defeated the infamous pirate LeChuck on multiple occasions.

I uncovered the gates of hell,
In one of my adventures, I discovered the gates of hell.

I destroyed an Australian land-developer and his ultimate insult.
I defeated an Australian land developer and his ultimate insult, which was likely a reference to a previous game in the series.

Discovered the worlds only talking monkey,
In one of my adventures, I discovered the only talking monkey in the world.

and married the most beautiful governour in the world.
In one of my adventures, I married the most beautiful governor in the world.

And all before the age of 22.
I accomplished all of these feats before reaching the age of 22.

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