Holopainen is mostly famous for being the keyboardist, band leader, founder and main songwriter of symphonic metal band Nightwish. He has also played in the bands Nattvindens Gråt and Darkwoods My Betrothed. His current side projects are the gothic-doom metal band For My Pain... and the band of Timo Rautiainen.
Holopainen has written several songs that have been included into movie soundtracks; Nightwish songs like Nemo and Wish I Had an Angel, as well as his own song While Your Lips Are Still Red, that was written for the Finnish film "Lieksa!" in 2007.
Tuomas' official website: www.tuomas-holopainen.com
A Lifetime Of Adventure
Tuomas Holopainen Lyrics
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To still remember
To treasure your 1st dime
To have a chance to say farewell
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive a memory
Far-off lands quests of old
Self-respect true grit
Never cared what fortune might buy
To seek is to be rich
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope, and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive a memory
All the strangers on your path
Crossroads, the letters from home
The cooling embers of a Yuletide hearth
All the sounds of wilderness
The truth in which you roamed
Now your lost Rosebud has brought you back home
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope, and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive a memory
The lyrics of Tuomas Holopainen's A Lifetime of Adventure describe the idea that true riches come from experiences and memories rather than material wealth. The line "To be rich is to seek, to relive a memory" emphasizes that the pursuit of new experiences and the ability to cherish past ones is far more valuable than accumulating wealth. The song also touches on themes of self-discovery, wandering, and the power of home and family.
The opening lines, "To be rich is to still remember, to treasure your 1st dime, to have a chance to say farewell" suggests that wealth is not defined by the amount of money you have, but rather by the memories and experiences that shape who you are. The next lines describe a life of adventure, freedom, and the pursuit of gold. The use of imagery such as "countless goldfields to reap" and "far-off lands quests of old" highlight the idea that adventure and exploration are the true riches of life.
The chorus repeats the idea that the "story of your life" and the "freedom of an open road" are the true measures of wealth. The last verse brings the song full circle, acknowledging the fact that even those who roam and wander eventually come home. The lines "now your lost Rosebud has brought you back home" suggest that even though the journey may be important, the people and places we return to are what truly matter in the end.
Overall, A Lifetime of Adventure is a beautifully written and powerful song that encourages listeners to embrace the adventure of life, to seek out new experiences, and to cherish the memories that make life truly rich.
Line by Line Meaning
To be rich is
True wealth comes not from material possessions, but from something more intangible.
To still remember
Remembering where you came from, and the struggles that got you where you are, is an important part of being wealthy in spirit.
To treasure your 1st dime
Remembering the value of your first hard-earned dollar is a reminder to value hard work and frugality.
To have a chance to say farewell
Having the time and ability to say goodbye to loved ones is a true measure of wealth.
Story of your life
Each person's life is a unique and valuable story to be told.
Time of solitude and strife
The difficult moments in life teach us important lessons and make us appreciate the good times more.
Freedom of an open road
The freedom to explore, travel, and experience new things is a valuable component of a full life.
Hope, and many miles to go
Maintaining hope and dreams for the future is a key component of a rich and fulfilling life.
Promises to keep
Honoring commitments to others is important in building strong relationships and a meaningful life.
Countless goldfields to reap
There is always more to discover, learn, and experience in life, and this is a reminder to continue seeking out new experiences.
To be rich is to seek
True wealth is found in the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, and experience.
To relive a memory
Memories keep us connected to the past and shape who we are, and revisiting them can be a valuable part of personal growth.
Far-off lands quests of old
The allure of adventure and exploration is a powerful motivator to seek out new experiences.
Self-respect true grit
The ability to cultivate self-respect and determination is a key component of a rich and fulfilling life.
Never cared what fortune might buy
Material wealth is not the same as true wealth, and should never be the sole focus of one's life.
All the strangers on your path
Interacting and forming connections with a variety of people is a valuable part of living a rich and diverse life.
Crossroads, the letters from home
The connections to home and family are important touchstones in life, and can ground a person in times of stress or hardship.
The cooling embers of a Yuletide hearth
Fond memories of home and the comforts of family are important parts of our personal histories and should be cherished.
All the sounds of wilderness
Experiencing the beauty and untamed wildness of nature is a valuable part of life.
The truth in which you roamed
The experiences and lessons learned through travel and exploration help to shape who we are and inform our worldview.
Now your lost Rosebud has brought you back home
Finding and returning to a lost part of oneself can be a critical step in personal growth and finding one's true path in life.
Contributed by Tristan R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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@NightWhiteFantasy
Lyrics:
"To be rich is to still remember
To treasure your first dime
To have a chance to say farewell
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope, and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
Far-off lands quests of old
Self respect true grit
Never cared what a fortune might buy
To seek is to be rich
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope, and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
All the strangers on your path
Crossroads, the letters from home
The coolingembers of a Yuletide hearth
All the songs of wilderness
The truth in which you roamed
Now your lost Rosebud has brought you back home
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope, and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless goldfields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory”
@PoppyHapalopus
Lyrics for those who are interested :)
To be rich is to still remember
To treasure your first dime
To have a chance to say farewell
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless gold fields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
Far off lands, quests of old
Self respect, true grit
Never cared of what a fortune might buy
To seek is to be rich
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless gold fields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
All the strangers on your path
Crossroads the letters from home
The cooling embers of a yuletide hearth
All the sounds of wilderness
The truth in which you roamed
Now your lost Rosebud has brought you back home
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless gold fields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
Story of your life
Time of solitude and strife
Freedom of an open road
Hope and many miles to go
Promises to keep
Countless gold fields to reap
To be rich is to seek
To relive the memory
@thomasholger7419
At first it was only music that sounded good and kept replaying in my head.
Hours later i finally listened and started to wonder what this weird thing tried to say.
Then i remembered the things i knew about scrooge, his first coin and his unreasonable and (financially disadvantageous) beloved adventures.
Then i suddenly started to understand and listened to this song for the first time how it was meant to be listened to.
It was never about the money, he also isn't really greedy. It is just that every touchable coin for him is a memory he made and it is unique. Thats the special thing about his money for him. It is not just money that can be exchanged to other money or coins. For him it is unique and that is also why he defends it with his life. Each coin is a touchable and unique memory and for him, that is his very life.
Took me some time and actually made me grow. Thank you from my Heart.
@thedrewdog
This is beautiful.
As a longtime Ducktales fan, I'm finally reading through 'The Life and Times with Scrooge McDuck' using this album as a backing score.
That scene where he leaves the letter behind...WOW.
Before Alan Young dies, I would love to see a 'Life and Times' mini-series. You can't get much more epic than matching Teddy Roosevelt in a fistfight.
Also, it's wonderful to see Don Rosa in this video, especially in his moments of genuine joy and pride.
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@jamesbrooks223
Finally found this music video. Known about the song for like two years, but not the music video. And oh my goodness, this video is amazing.
@krisumusic
Tuomas, without you I would never even have touched a piano. Now I have released 4 albums and music is my life. I have a little bit of Nightwish deep down in every song of mine. You are a true inspiration, I hope to meet you one day. This song was magnificent <3
@Dominic.Maurice
mine, too :)
@krisumusic
Xaeroofficial aah, Xero long time no seen :)
@paulsoldner9739
Thanks to this comment, I'll be checking out the albums that you cut. Must hear the music inspired by the great Tuomas. Off to your channel now!