Ride
TYR 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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Владислав Рябинин
Northern wind, hail and thunder, blackened sky
All my mind like seagulls soaring high
All these eastern ways lock our minds in darkened halls
Ride to fight it now my chieftain calls
There's a fire in his eye
As he holds his hungry sword into the sky
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
Lesser men hope for freedom when they die
Home is where the heathen banners fly
And this eastern king laughs at us in darkened halls
Ride to fight him now your chieftain calls
There's a fire in his eye
As he holds his hungry sword into the sky
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
Владислав Рябинин
Northern wind, hail and thunder, blackened sky
All my mind like seagulls soaring high
All these eastern ways lock our minds in darkened halls
Ride to fight it now my chieftain calls
There's a fire in his eye
As he holds his hungry sword into the sky
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
Lesser men hope for freedom when they die
Home is where the heathen banners fly
And this eastern king laughs at us in darkened halls
Ride to fight him now your chieftain calls
There's a fire in his eye
As he holds his hungry sword into the sky
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
We ride for the battle, my brothers by my side
We fight, we were still standing by the morning light
They died, well at least those who didn't run to hide
We ride for the borough where mead and wenches bide
We ride, we ride
Julia Headrock
Oh, man! Thank you so much for sharing this album, I couldn't find it anywhere! Tyr are just awesome! Heather heart, pegan pride! \m/
Georgiew1
I was looking for this song all over the internet! Thanks man you made my day :D
dkbeyreis
i think i need to buy/download this album!!! thought maybe it might be a phase, but after a month of checking back i still like it A LOT!
Thoth Jgthoath
Amon Amarth made me discover Tyr and I'm not hating it. The heerfather is listening and stands guard for ever.
Jeremiah
I just saw them a couple weeks ago in Dallas. Better than the headliner!
Beboklaani Gonzalez
fucking epic by far one of the greatest viking metal songs
MrpwnualI
OMG! =O they definitely rock! \m/ 6/5*
Jorge Ponce Juan
great song, Very great song, hail from spain
rockangel166
love this song. (: greetz from the Netherlands .(: