Vildhjarta was formed by Daniel Bergström, Jimmie Åkerström and Johan Nyberg in 2005 in Hudiksvall, Sweden. Hyped since their early days thanks to short demos that circulated the web, they have taken more than half a decade to musically craft their style of music. With the three spread throughout Sweden, Bergström, the main songwriter of the bunch, would email ideas to the others to get their feedback and suggestions. A groovy, down-tuned riff would soon become a verse. After a few more rounds of emailing, that verse would become a song. As more and more songs started to develop, the natural progression was to add more members and become a band. More members brought more input and ideas and soon their own take on metal was created.
As the songs developed and appeared online, so did a rabid fan base. They spread links to the band's songs, promoted them on message boards and rallied behind the war cry of THALL, a word that has almost become synonymous with the band's name. They demanded to see the band perform, so the band got together and appeared on a few festivals and shows throughout Europe, most notably, the 2010 edition of Euroblast.
According to Vildhjarta guitarist Daniel Bergström, commitment to their fans and "the art of music itself", only allowed for three songs to be released in the four years before the release of their first full length album. After years of negotiation with metal label giant Century Media they signed a worldwide record contract in the Spring of 2011. Their debut album, Måsstaden, is a concept-album that "tells the tale of a hidden and isolated town, narrated in a classic fable manner". Sources of inspiration included The Jungle Book and Mumindalen. The album received favourable reviews from critics, who called it "a harsh, fantastic, concept work.".
Shiver
Vildhjarta Lyrics
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Reasoning, your words must be the cause of my distrust.
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees.
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again and again.
Greater than broken bones, cut up flesh or anything physical.
When the fabric of your soul is torn to shreds by yourself or by others, it's torture.
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind,
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed.
If you feel something brush against your skin.
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed.
The one whose face can launch a thousand ships
Has the power to crush the hearts of them all.
When you are sinking thru the black void of the ocean,
It's a continuous discomfort that the world is unforgiving,
A relentless torrent of punishment.
An inward glance of your fragile self
Can be all to immense to comprehend.
So turn your eyes of despair towards the sun
Forge your will into steel and slice the wind.
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees.
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again and again and again.
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind,
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed.
If you feel something brush against your skin.
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed.
x2
The lyrics to Vildhjarta's song "Shiver" delve into the themes of vulnerability, pain, and resilience. The first verse speaks to the idea of being slowly worn down by someone else's words or actions, leading to a breakdown of one's defenses. The second verse is a commentary on the harshness of the world, a warning that giving into it will only result in defeat. It is a call to action to keep fighting, even when it feels like the world is out to get you.
The chorus repeats the idea of feeling a shiver, a physical reaction that can symbolize fear or anxiety. The lyrics suggest that this feeling is not something to be afraid of, but rather a sign that you are aware of the world around you. The bridge speaks to the pain of emotional suffering, implying that it can be even more intense than physical pain. It's a message of solidarity to anyone who has ever felt trapped by their own thoughts or by someone else's words.
Line by Line Meaning
Weakening, slowly breaking down my defense.
Gradually and steadily, I am losing my strength to resist the emotional attack.
Reasoning, your words must be the cause of my distrust.
I am convinced that my suspicion towards you is fueled by what you say and do.
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees.
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again and again.
The world is not a kind place and if you surrender to it, it will overpower you. But if you resist, it will continue to bring you down until you can no longer stand.
There's a pain much greater than any one you can feel through your skin.
Greater than broken bones, cut up flesh or anything physical.
When the fabric of your soul is torn to shreds by yourself or by others, it's torture.
The agony of emotional distress is deeper than bodily harm. When your very being is ripped apart by your own or someone else's actions, it is excruciating.
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind,
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed.
If you feel something brush against your skin.
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed.
When you feel a sensation that unnerves you, it is because you are not fully aware. Relax and clear your mind, do not be frightened.
The one whose face can launch a thousand ships
Has the power to crush the hearts of them all.
When someone is so captivating, their absence or indifference can hurt even those who were not in love with them.
When you are sinking thru the black void of the ocean,
It's a continuous discomfort that the world is unforgiving,
A relentless torrent of punishment.
Being trapped in a life of misery is like drowning in a relentless ocean of punishment without any hope of respite.
An inward glance of your fragile self
Can be all too immense to comprehend.
So turn your eyes of despair towards the sun
Forge your will into steel and slice the wind.
When you look inside yourself, the fragility and complexity of your own thoughts and feelings can be overwhelming. But instead of losing hope, summon your inner strength and defy the odds.
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees.
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again and again and again.
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind,
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed.
If you feel something brush against your skin.
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed.
x2
The struggles of life are unrelenting and will never stop. While fear may grip you when faced with certain situations, remember to stay calm and focused to overcome them.
Contributed by Mateo N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@InfinityPotato97
Weakening, slowly breaking down my defense
Reasoning, your words must be the cause of my distrust
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again and again
There's a pain much greater than any one you can feel through your skin
Greater than broken bones, cut up flesh or anything physical
When the fabric of your soul is torn to shreds by yourself or by others, it's torture
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed
If you feel something brush against your skin
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed
The one whose face can launch a thousand ships
Has the power to crush the hearts of them all
When you are sinking through the black void of the ocean
It's a continuous discomfort that the world is unforgiving
A relentless torrent of punishment
An inward glance of your fragile self
Can be all to immense to comprehend
So turn your eyes of despair towards the sun
Forge your will into steel and slice the wind
If you give the world a chance
It will beat you down to your knees
If you try to fight it back
It will beat you again
If you can feel a shiver at the edge of your mind
Don't be afraid - you've just got your eyes closed
If you feel something brush against your skin
Don't be afraid - just keep your eyes closed
@vildjuret6591
Imagine if this was on spotify, dauym.
@juliedejonge3931
I wish it was.
@neegwa2998
Or tidal lol
@facelesscovers763
Ik, I wish it was...
@DivinePlant
I think it used to be, I was listening to it on my buddy’s Spotify in his dorm room back in 2011-2012
@sherwinpatrickalcantara5207
ikr bruh 😢
@yeena4567
absolutely love these songs from vildhjarta, this one reminds me a bit of "come together" by the beatles.
@skyburial9017
Still coming back for more in 2019
@Szykerseh
Sky Burial What happened to this band?
@shelleylovatt3771
@@Szykerseh nothing, they have just released a new teaser on their official channel also.