Their first album, Land of New Hope (2013) features vocalists Michael Kiske (Unisonic, ex Helloween), Sharon Den Adel (Within Temptation), Elize Ryd (Amaranthe), Russel Allen (Symphony X), Tony Kakko (Sonata Arctica) and Rob Rock (Impelliteri).
Enshrined in My Memory
Timo Tolkki's Avalon Lyrics
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Is in every move that I make
Is it so much easier to lie?
Is it so much easier to fly?
Everything that I used to have
Is forever gone
You and I must rewrite this song
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
Deeper and deeper my path is going
Breathing in the air for lasting lie
I bring all the good things from the past
Find a way of how to make them last
Everything that I once used to have
I will have again
You and I must rewrite this song
We chose some words that did not belong
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
You and I must rewrite this song
We chose some words that did not belong
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
The lyrics of Timo Tolkki's Avalon's song, "Enshrined in My Memory," are about two people who had a relationship in the past that has ended. The singer wonders if it is easier to lie or to fly away from the past instead of facing the truth. However, the memories of their relationship are still present in every step and move the singer makes, but everything they once had is forever gone. Despite this, the singer and the other person must rewrite their song and find a way to make the good things from the past last. In the end, the singer decides not to give up the fight and to sail away from the darkest night into the future with what they had enshrined in their memory.
This song is about nostalgia and the struggle to move on after a break-up or the end of a relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of defeat, but also a determination to hold on to the memories of what was lost. The lyrics also suggest that it is possible to rebuild, overcome the past, and make it last for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Is in every step that I take from you
I cannot escape the memories of you and our past, they are ever-present in my thoughts and actions
Is in every move that I make
No matter what I do, my past with you will always influence my decisions and actions
Is it so much easier to lie?
Is it easier to pretend that our past never existed and ignore the feelings and memories associated with it?
Is it so much easier to fly?
Is it easier to run away from the past and try to forget it instead of facing it head-on?
Everything that I used to have, Is forever gone
All the things I had with you in the past are now lost and gone forever
You and I must rewrite this song, We chose some words that did not belong
We need to change the way we view our past and relationship, as the way we used to think about it did not work
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
The memories of our past will always be with me, and they are an important part of who I am
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I will continue to fight for our relationship and not give up, even when it is difficult
I sail way from the darkest night, Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
I will move forward from the difficult times we faced, carrying the good memories and love we shared with me
Deeper and deeper my path is going, Breathing in the air for lasting lie
As I move forward, my journey becomes more meaningful and I try to find a way to make our relationship last
I bring all the good things from the past, Find a way of how to make them last
I want to bring the positive aspects of our past into our future, and find a way to make them continue and grow
Everything that I once used to have, I will have again
I have hope that the things I once had with you can be restored and regained in our future together
Contributed by Samuel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sjakierulez
Is in every step that I take from you
Is in every move that I make
Is it so much easier to lie?
Is it so much easier to fly?
Everything that I used to have
Is forever gone
You and I must rewrite this song
We chose some words that did not belong
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
Deeper and deeper my path is going
Fading in the everlasting life
I bring all the good things from the past
Find a way of how to make them last
Everything that I once used to have
I will have again
You and I must rewrite this song
We chose some words that did not belong
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
You and I must rewrite this song
We chose some words that did not belong
Everything that we used to have is enshrined in my memory
I won't give in, won't give up the fight
I sail way from the darkest night
Into the future with what we had enshrined in my memory
@maxpower2542
I know this is from 2013.. but as a citizen of the USA I have to say this song is better than practically everything American pop has offered for the last 25 years.
@Nickallsopp92
That's because this symphonic metal not pop. American pop music sucks, that's why I never listened to it. Of course, American metal has dipped in quality too, that's why I had to cross the ocean and start listening to European music cause they still have an idea of how to make good music. Wish we could get our shit together and bring back our style of metal, but it just ain't gonna happen. Americans just dont like metal... crying ass shame cause we had the best metal back in the 80's
@maxpower2542
@Nickallsopp92 I know this is Symphonic Metal. My point was that it's better than what the recording industry is giving us here in the states. I work in radio and have no choice but to hear American Pop every now and then. Although, I agree that rock has dipped in the states too; But, yes, I too have made the leap to European rock/metal. I think the one band I've found that has the best 80s rock/metal vibe is Crazy Lixx.. But at the moment I'm Really into Nightwish (Especially with Floor) also, Within Temptation, Evergrey, Vanden Plas, Circus Maximus, and Pagan's Mind. But, yeah, I agree with you.
@Nickallsopp92
@Brian Eastburn all great bands, and if you like 80's rock/metal style, try Battle Beast and Beast in Black. They share the same song writer but are two separate bands with awesome vocalists and Guitarists.
@maxpower2542
@Nickallsopp92 Yeah really like both of them. I've run the gambit in Europe: After Forever, Project Aegis, Lost Horizon, Delain, Crowne, Allen/Olzon, The Dark element, Pyramaze, DGM, Ethernity, Krypteria, Xandria, Kalidia... the list goes on.. listened to them all. lol When I go digging, I dig deep. Love finding new and great music. There's a band in Brazil called Vandroya whose singer is amazing, but can't find too much by them. Just three or four songs. Oh, and Kobra and the Lotus are pretty cool (Canadian). Anyway, I could talk music for days, sorry about rambling on. Thanks for the comments. Peace!
@AttilaKattila
@Max Power!!!! Are you familiar with Throes of Dawn?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v6H0iN2_1I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbCp415qpXw
@MetalWidow
This song had such potential to be Eurovision's banger. Love it!
@omardiazs
Por esto es que Timo Tolkki hacia la diferencia en Stratovarius, buena letra, buena melodía, buena interprete, buen solo y muy buen sonido de guitarra.
@DiegoAGimenez81
a mi me encanto la cancion,ademas ellos no se cierran solo en un estilo a la hora de componer,personalmente mas alla de la predileccion de cada uno,a mi si una cancion me gusta simplemente la escucho y disfruto,sea el estilo que sea,un saludo.
@cilopesummers
Mr Tolkki, your music changed my life, back in 2005, when I first met Stratovarius. I just want you to know... Today, I am a musician, thanks to you.