The project began in January 1998. Heri Joensen met his old bandmate, Kári Streymoy, at a party in Copenhagen, Denmark. Joensen suggested to Streymoy that they should meet up and jam. Streymoy initially declined, but later took him up on his offer.
They were soon joined by another former bandmate, bassplayer Gunnar H. Thomsen, making the duo a trio.
Singer Pól Arni Holm and guitarist Jón Joensen (Heri Joensen's brother) were part of the band while they recorded How Far to Asgaard but left soon after its release.
Terji Skibenæs joined after Jón Joensen had left the band. Allan Streymoy (Kári Streymoy's brother) took over singing duties for a brief time during which they released the single "Ólavur Riddararós". After Allan left Heri Joensen took over the vocals. It was this line up which recorded Eric the Red.
Skibenæs left the band for a while after the release of Eric the Red. The band played as a trio for some time. In the summer of 2004 they were joined by Icelandic guitarist Ottó P. Arnarson for a very brief time. When the latter left, Skibenæs came back.
Ride
Týr Lyrics
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We stand united on our way to forever
Under the mound time will take its toll
We fall divided and it seems that we never learn
Who is right
Who is wrong
See the light
We all died
When you fell
Far and wide
Waiting one to take the ride to Hel
Birds of a feather
What's holding us together
When ways lead north and nether
Through rain and heavy weather we ride
Though mothers cry
Even though fathers try
To raise the dead
The last word said
So we still learn
That there is no return
Back from Hel, back from Hel, from Hel
Try as you may, you can't make all mourn,
We're born alone and only death is our dowry
There he will stay, left to wonder why
We die alone into from where there is no return
Who has won
Who has lost
Boldest Son
Sent away and you will count the cost
We all died
When you fell
Far and wide
Waiting one to take the ride to hel
Betrayn, forsaken
With lies my life was taken
The woes of war awaken
Alone, betrayn, forsaken inside
The song "The Ride to Hel" by Týr depicts the journey of souls to the afterlife, specifically Hel, as seen in Norse mythology. The opening lines "Over the ground on the leaving land, we stand united on our way to forever" describe the departure of souls from the physical world to the spiritual realm. However, the following line "Under the mound time will take its toll, we fall divided and it seems that we never learn" indicates a sense of regret and sorrow amongst the departed souls. This can be interpreted as a reminder of the inevitable end of our lives on Earth, and how we tend to remain divided as we depart to the next world, even though we are all united through death.
The chorus of the song repeats the possibility of redemption, questioning who is right or wrong, and whether the light can still guide us as we journey to Hel. Additionally, the chorus mentions the inevitability of death, as it says "We all died when you fell, waiting on to take the ride to Hel." Adressing the fear of death, the following lines "we ride through rain and heavy weather," imply that our journey to the afterlife is not a smooth one, and that we encounter obstacles and struggles along the way.
Although the song is rooted in mythology, its themes can be interpreted metaphorically. "The Ride to Hel" highlights the acceptance of death, the inevitability of it, and being able to value the present moment. It also emphasizes the importance of unity, even in the face of death, and that in the end, we all share the same fate.
Line by Line Meaning
Over the ground on the leaving land
As we depart over the ground of the leaving land
We stand united on our way to forever
We are united and steadfast on our journey to eternity
Under the mound time will take its toll
As time passes, the mound will inevitably decay
We fall divided and it seems that we never learn
We succumb to division and it appears that we do not learn from our mistakes
Who is right
Who possesses the truth?
Who is wrong
Who is mistaken?
See the light
Observe the clarity
Right is always there where we belong
The truth is always present in our proper place
We all died
We all perished
When you fell
When you were defeated or slain
Far and wide
Everywhere
Waiting one to take the ride to Hel
Awaiting one to make the journey to the underworld of Hel
Birds of a feather
Like-minded individuals
What's holding us together
What maintains our unity
When ways lead north and nether
When paths lead in opposing directions
Through rain and heavy weather we ride
We continue our journey despite adversity
Though mothers cry
Even as mothers weep
Even though fathers try
Despite the efforts of fathers
To raise the dead
To revive the deceased
The last word said
The final statement made
So we still learn
Therefore, we continue to gain knowledge
That there is no return
That there is no coming back
Back from Hel, back from Hel, from Hel
Returning from the underworld of Hel is not possible
Try as you may, you can't make all mourn
No matter how hard you try, not everyone will grieve
We're born alone and only death is our dowry
We enter the world alone and death is the only thing that we are guaranteed
There he will stay, left to wonder why
The deceased will remain there, pondering why
We die alone into from where there is no return
We pass away in solitude, going to a place that cannot be escaped
Who has won
Who emerged as the victor?
Who has lost
Who suffered defeat?
Boldest Son
The most daring son
Sent away and you will count the cost
Exile will come with a price
Betrayn, forsaken
Having been betrayed and abandoned
With lies my life was taken
My life was taken with deceit
The woes of war awaken
The miseries of war are realized
Alone, betrayn, forsaken inside
Alone, betrayed, and abandoned within
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HERI JOENSEN
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Branden Sneed
A classic!! Hoping for more Tyrcast!!
Andrea T.
Desde mi Chile querido un gran abrazo🤗🤍🇨🇱
Harley Fagan
One of my favorite songs of this epic album
ivan erazo
Grande TYR el mejor disco
H A M M E R
Un saludo desde Chile ee! Aguante TYR!
Jaron Talotta
You guys post so good
AJ Winchester
🇧🇷🤘🏻
Grar Varg
Sounds more higher pitched and faster
Mykhailo Sokolovskyi
✌️🔱🇺🇦🤘🤘🤘
Roman Knight
Delicious.