As of 2019, the band has released ten full-length albums (three via Spinefarm Records and seven via Nuclear Blast), their most recent being Talviyö on September 6, 2019.
Half A Marathon Man
Sonata Arctica Lyrics
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And as he passed me by, he said "Come on, son!"
I really thought my bones weighed a ton
As I dragged them up and down the block
Now a couple of weeks have passed
Gone are the makings of a lazy man
When I saw the usher of change
Gliding past my window
I had to trace her down
"You look like a really nice guy
But can you keep up with me?"
Away she ran
I'm doing everything I can
To be half of a marathon man
How many things can life conceal
Deep in the mist everything is unreal
If you believe in me, I can
Become your own half a marathon man
I am half of a marathon man
Yea-yeah
Good morning, somebody kill me right now
I've never felt this kind of a burning cold
I read it somewhere, running is like a drug
As for the second day, I can say it is not
It's bright white burning pain
Bring it on, baby!
10 miles and I fell hellbent
I'm gonna make sure this rainbow has an end
I seem to have hit an invisible wall
Trying to find out if this here endless tunnel is really
A cave
So here I run between the fields
I am half of a marathon man
Follow the river down from the hills
If I can do it, then anyone can
Now her eyes reflect my skies
You can hear love in the 21 cries
Of half of a marathon man
It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful day,
It's so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful day,
It's so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful day,
It's so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful day,
It's so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
So here I run between the fields
I am half of a marathon man
Follow the river down from the hills
If I can do it, then anyone can
Now her eyes reflect my skies
You can hear love in the 21 cries
Of half of a marathon man
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful, beautiful, beautiful day
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful, beautiful, beautiful day
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful
It's a beautiful, beautiful, beautiful day.
The lyrics of "Half A Marathon Man" tell the story of someone who starts to run and take care of their body with the help of a veteran runner who inspires and pushes them to never give up. The song starts with the singer finding it difficult to run and feel the weight of their bones. But soon, they are motivated by an elder runner who encourages them to keep going. The singer then starts to become more active and actively seeks out the usher of change in her flaming hair, only to be put to the test of being the type of runner that can keep up with her. Eventually, they reach the point where they are running a half marathon and start to see their potential.
The song's message is about pushing yourself to do better and feeling the power that comes with self-improvement. They touch on the difficulty of starting something new, but urge listeners to continue on this path because it is worth it in the end. The song takes you through the highs and lows of self-discovery and the journey to becoming a better version of yourself. This song is not only a story but a motivational message to encourage people to take care of themselves and to never give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
An 89 year old man learned how to run
Age is just a number and you can always learn new things.
And as he passed me by, he said "Come on, son!"
Others can inspire and motivate us to push ourselves further.
I really thought my bones weighed a ton
Feeling exhausted and incapable of continuing.
As I dragged them up and down the block
Struggling to keep going, but not giving up.
Now a couple of weeks have passed
Time passes and things can change with dedication and persistence.
Gone are the makings of a lazy man
Breaking out of old habits and becoming more motivated to improve oneself.
When I saw the usher of change
A moment of realization that something needs to change.
Her flaming hair in slow-mo
Describing the image of this inspiring moment in detail.
Gliding past my window
The moment was fleeting, but impactful.
I had to trace her down
The realization prompted decisive action to make a change.
"You look like a really nice guy
Taking a chance on something new and asking for support.
But can you keep up with me?"
Asking for accountability and pushing oneself with others.
Away she ran
Embracing the challenge and diving into the unknown.
I'm doing everything I can
Putting in maximum effort to achieve a goal.
To be half of a marathon man
Working towards an ambitious goal, but starting small.
How many things can life conceal
Uncertainty in life and the unknowns that come with taking risks.
Deep in the mist everything is unreal
Skepticism and doubt that hold oneself back from reaching goals.
If you believe in me, I can
Believing in oneself and having support is key to success.
Become your own half a marathon man
Encouraging others to set ambitious goals for themselves and take risks to achieve them.
I am half of a marathon man
Feeling empowered and successful for achieving a portion of a larger goal.
Good morning, somebody kill me right now
Jokingly expressing the physical strain and pain of working towards a goal.
I've never felt this kind of a burning cold
Describing the physical sensation of pushing oneself to the limit.
I read it somewhere, running is like a drug
Making a connection between the addictiveness of running and other substances.
As for the second day, I can say it is not
Realizing that the first day is always the hardest, and things get easier with time.
It's bright white burning pain
Using descriptive language to highlight the discomfort of pushing oneself physically.
Bring it on, baby!
Charging forward and being unafraid of adversity.
10 miles and I fell hellbent
Having a strong resolve and persistence to reach a milestone.
I'm gonna make sure this rainbow has an end
Ensuring that there is success at the end of a challenging journey.
I seem to have hit an invisible wall
Running into unexpected challenges during this journey.
Trying to find out if this here endless tunnel is really
Questioning whether the end goal is worth the challenges that come with it.
A cave
Using metaphorical language to describe the unknowns and challenges of the journey.
So here I run between the fields
Enjoying the peaceful moments during a challenging journey.
Follow the river down from the hills
Using nature as a guide and source of inspiration for this journey.
If I can do it, then anyone can
Encouraging and empowering others to take risks and work towards their own goals.
Now her eyes reflect my skies
Finding love and support in others during a challenging journey.
You can hear love in the 21 cries
Expressing emotion and support through symbolic language.
Of half of a marathon man
Finding success, even if it is only halfway to the ultimate goal.
It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful day,
Celebrating the beauty and positivity that comes with taking risks and achieving success.
It's so beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Emphasizing the beauty and importance of achieving one's goals.
Contributed by Charlotte S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.