Original line up:
Szymon Ewertowski - guitar, vocal;
Adrian Gadomski - guitar, vocal;
Michał Dobrzański - bass;
Robert Ruszczyk ,- drums, percussion.
God Emperor of Dune
Sunnata Lyrics
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Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, are you the one?
Water tells the truth of sand worms
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, are you the one?
Kwisatz Haderach
Kwisatz, are you the one?
Spice awakenin' turns him aware
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, are you the one?
Gom Jabbar. gom jabbar, gom jabbar
All my fears through me, there shall be nothing
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
Nature of human, I'm not afraid
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
All my fears through me, there shall be nothing
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
Nature of human, I'm not afraid
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
All my fears through me, there shall be nothing
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
Nature of human, I'm not afraid
Gom Jabbar, gom jabbar, gom jabbar
The one unseen, the child pre-born
The one who sees the golden path
The iron fist the guide of worlds
The God awaken in the sands
The one complete the one transformed
The one foreseein' human kind
The tyrant trapped in cage of choice
The God controllin' flow of spice
Story says the ones who witnessed
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, our way out
End of reign without forgiveness
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, our way out
Human kind preserved existence
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, our way out
Freedom scattered into vast space
Kwisatz haderach
Kwisatz, our way out
Kwisatz, our way out
The lyrics of "God Emperor of Dune" by Sunnata contain rich and intricate references to Frank Herbert's classic science fiction novel, "Dune," and its themes of prophecy, power, and humanity's relationship with nature and destiny. The song begins with the image of being buried in the sands of the world, a direct nod to the desert planet of Arrakis where much of the novel is set. The repeated refrain of "Kwisatz haderach" emphasizes the importance of this central figure in the Dune universe, a prophesied super-being with the ability to access different points in space and time, known as the "shortening of the way."
The mention of water revealing the truth of sand worms speaks to the importance of water, a rare and precious resource on Arrakis, and the mystical connection between the giant sandworms and the spice Melange. The singer Paul Atreides, also known as Muad'Dib, is often associated with these sandworms and the spice as part of his journey to becoming the Kwisatz Haderach. The phrase "Spice awakenin' turns him aware" alludes to the transformative power of the spice in enhancing human abilities and consciousness, a key element in the novel's plot.
The recurring mention of the Gom Jabbar, a deadly test of human awareness and survival, reflects the central themes of fear and courage in "Dune." The lyrics suggest an overcoming of fears and a realization of the true nature of humanity, culminating in the triumph over adversity symbolized by the repeated refrain "there shall be nothing." This can be interpreted as a metaphor for the character's inner strength and resilience in the face of challenges and trials.
The final section of the song delves into the multifaceted nature of the Kwisatz Haderach, depicting the figure as both a savior and a tyrant, a visionary and a manipulator of destiny. The references to witnessing the figure's power and the notion of finding a way out suggest a complex interplay between prophecy and free will, destiny and choice. The song ends with a sense of liberation and transcendence, as the Kwisatz Haderach is hailed as the key to preserving human existence and ushering in a new era of freedom and possibility. Overall, the lyrics of "God Emperor of Dune" encapsulate the epic scope and depth of the source material, inviting listeners to contemplate the timeless themes of power, prophecy, and the human spirit.
Contributed by Avery N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@antilovesong66
🤘😎 This is stunning.
Love at first listen. 💗
@warhammer89000
agreed love at first listen😂😅😂😅
@alifathabadi6447
didnt expect to see Leto II in his full metamorphosis to a giant worm god creature. all hail the tyrant and his golden path.
@user-sv2ub1ve3x
This song makes me feel like IAM the kwisatz haderach❤❤❤
@moonworshipper8099
Bravo!!! 🤘😎🔥
@BrentColflesh
Sunnata has called a big one.
@timcallender999
Again, it is the legend.
@warhammer89000
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@crazyholmes97
💪Golden fucking path baby 🐛
@Despotic_Waffle
The golden path continues