Their music can be characterized by elegantly composed rhythms, floating sound of typical folk-instruments like bagpipes, flutes and violins, in an electronica-composition that supports the dramatic lyrics. Some tracks on Mark II are up-beat with only few lyrics and could also be characterized as dance or techno.
The lyrics are old stories from Danish folk tradition, about jealousy, murder and creatures. In Kirstin from Mark II a father serves a meal of his daughter's boyfriend's heart for her. In Ulver from Mark III a man takes his girlfriend into the forest to kill her and bury her without her knowledge. He falls asleep and she cuts him in pieces with his own sword.
Sorten Muld has also published a concept album called Jord, Luft, Ild, Vand (Earth, Air, Fire, Water) – a mostly instrumental journey through the classic elements. The album is a remastered recording from a live show at Bornholm.
Members:
* Ulla Bendixen - Vocals
* Martin Ottosen - Musician-Architect
* Henrik Munch - Technician
(all after this point appear on III only)
* Søren Bendixen - Guitar
* Harald Haugaard - Viola, Violin, Hurdy-Gurdy
* Johannes Hejl - Double bass
* Niels Kilele - Percussion
* Tommy Nissen - Drums
* Martin Seeberg - Bagpipe, Flute, Jewish harp
www.sortenmuld.dk
Jeg kan se på dine øjne at du har en anden kær
Sorten Muld Lyrics
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At du har en anden kær
Jeg kan se på dine øjne
At du har en anden kær
Min sødeste veninde
Sig mig hvem det er
Dine sorte-brune øjne
Har lagt op på mit hjerte
En byrde så tung
Min sødeste veninde
Sig mig hvem det er
Før du går fra mig til hende
Sig mig hvem det er
Dine ord er så ømme
Når du ta′r mig i din favn
Men jeg ved i dine drømme
Hvisker du en andens navn
Min sødeste veninde
Sig mig hvem det er
Før du går fra mig til hende
Sig mig hvem det er
Min sødeste veninde
Sig mig hvem det er
Sig mig hvem det er
Sig mig hvem det er
These lyrics tell a story of a narrator who can see in their lover's eyes that they have feelings for someone else. The repetition of the line "Jeg kan se på dine øjne/At du har en anden kær" (I can see in your eyes/That you have another dear) emphasizes the singer's observation and sadness.
In the first verse, the singer refers to the person they are addressing as their "sødeste veninde" (sweetest girlfriend/friend) and asks them to reveal who this other person is. The use of "sødeste" suggests a deep affection and closeness, making the betrayal even more painful.
The second verse describes the physical features of the singer's lover, with "dine sorte-brune øjne" (your black-brown eyes) and "din rosenrøde mund" (your rosy-red mouth). These features have had a profound effect on the singer's heart, burdening it heavily. Again, they plead for their girlfriend/friend to reveal who this other person is before leaving them for them.
The third verse reflects on the tender words the lover uses when embracing the singer, but a sense of doubt lingers. The line "Men jeg ved i dine drømme/Hvisker du en andens navn" (But I know in your dreams/You whisper another's name) suggests that even in their lover's most intimate moments, they think of someone else. The singer implores their friend to reveal this person's identity before leaving them.
The final refrain repeats the plea for the girlfriend/friend to reveal who this other person is, emphasizing the singer's desire for honesty and closure. The repetition of the line "Sig mig hvem det er" (Tell me who it is) adds a sense of urgency and longing, as the singer seeks understanding and resolution in this painful situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Jeg kan se på dine øjne
I can tell by looking into your eyes
At du har en anden kær
That you have another dear
Jeg kan se på dine øjne
I can tell by looking into your eyes
At du har en anden kær
That you have another dear
Min sødeste veninde
My sweetest friend
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Dine sorte-brune øjne
Your dark-brown eyes
Og din rosenrøde mund
And your rose-red lips
Har lagt op på mit hjerte
Have burdened my heart
En byrde så tung
With a burden so heavy
Min sødeste veninde
My sweetest friend
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Før du går fra mig til hende
Before you leave me for her
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Dine ord er så ømme
Your words are so tender
Når du ta′r mig i din favn
When you embrace me
Men jeg ved i dine drømme
But I know in your dreams
Hvisker du en andens navn
You whisper someone else's name
Min sødeste veninde
My sweetest friend
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Før du går fra mig til hende
Before you leave me for her
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Min sødeste veninde
My sweetest friend
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Sig mig hvem det er
Tell me who it is
Writer(s): Martin Dossing Ottosen, Ulla Bendixen, Henrik Esben Munch
Contributed by Nicholas G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lill Frigg
To see this band live is magic 🌸
Lill Frigg
Jacob Høpner episk hahaha 😁👍 jeg har set dem et flere gange dengang jeg gik på efterskole. Jeg husker tydeligt at min koncert veninde og jeg var en bette smule star struck af den skønne Louise og hendes overnaturlige optrædelse på scenen. Jeg har desværre ikke set dem optræde siden... Men håbet er lysegrønt. 💚
Arjan h.
One of my favourites
Jens Christensen
Im danish like the band. Its really got a sad tone to it, but great...really nice...
Elisabeth Blancke
@immortaltechpt :D :D :D. It wasn't on youtube yet and I love it, it's soothing. :)
Undogmatic
@elsbethalithia haha yeah you did well :P. It is!
Undogmatic
:D