Quetzalcoatl
Therion Lyrics
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[Music by Christofer Johnsson]
One day in (the) Maya calendar
The Winter Solstice is open
Like a gate to the Plumped Serpent
For the Maya and the Toltec he return
Sol volverá, en la costa vimos su luz
Quetzalcoatl
Oh Seáor del Sol!
Ride on Quetzalcoatl and you will reach another day
When Capricon will change the world
Enter into 2012
Ancient forecast of the Maya will be true
[chorus repeat]
The lyrics of Therion's song Quetzalcoatl describe the ancient Mesoamerican deity and his predicted return. The song starts with a reference to the Maya calendar and how the winter solstice is significant in their belief system as it opens a gate to the Plumed Serpent, Quetzalcoatl. The deity is revered by both the Maya and the Toltec and is said to return on this auspicious day.
The chorus of the song identifies Quetzalcoatl as the Lord of the Sun and mentions the sighting of his light on the coast, symbolizing his return. The next verse urges the listener to ride on Quetzalcoatl and reach a new day, referring to a time when the astrological sign Capricorn will change the world. The song concludes by acknowledging the ancient forecast of the Maya about the deity's return being true.
The song is a tribute to the Mesoamerican mythology and the beliefs associated with Quetzalcoatl. It portrays the cycle of death and renewal that the deity represents and highlights the significance of the winter solstice in Mesoamerican culture. The song's lyrics are a testament to the band's versatility in genres, as they smoothly blend different cultures and rhythms in their music.
Line by Line Meaning
One day in (the) Maya calendar
In the calendar of the Mayan civilization, a particular date will be significant
The Winter Solstice is open
During the Winter Solstice, a significant event will occur
Like a gate to the Plumped Serpent
It will be a doorway to welcome the Plumed Serpent, a significant figure in Mesoamerican mythology
For the Maya and the Toltec he return
The Plumed Serpent will return for the Maya and the Toltec civilizations
Sol volverá, en la costa vimos su luz
The sun will return, and we saw its light on the coast
Quetzalcoatl
The song's subject is Quetzalcoatl, the Plumed Serpent in Mesoamerican mythology
Oh Seáor del Sol!
Quetzalcoatl is also known as the Lord of the Sun in Mesoamerican mythology
Ride on Quetzalcoatl and you will reach another day
In Quetzalcoatl's presence, there will be a significant event that brings changes
When Capricon will change the world
When the astrological sign of Capricorn occurs, the world will undergo a transformative period
Enter into 2012
The year 2012 will be significant
Ancient forecast of the Maya will be true
The predictions made by the Mayan civilization will come true in 2012
Sol volverá, en la costa vimos su luz
The sun will return, and we saw its light on the coast
Quetzalcoatl
The song's subject is Quetzalcoatl, the Plumed Serpent in Mesoamerican mythology
Oh Seáor del Sol!
Quetzalcoatl is also known as the Lord of the Sun in Mesoamerican mythology
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRISTOFER JAN JOHNSSON, THOMAS NIKLAS KRISTER KARLSSON
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