Wildpath's story beg… Read Full Bio ↴Wildpath is a symphonic metal band from Paris.
Wildpath's story began during the summer of 2001, by the musical meeting of the keyboarder (Alexis) and the guitar player (Olivier), who started immediately to compose some songs. They had begun to practice their instruments only few months before. The kind of music played at this time was Punk Rock, with a melodic influence. At the beginning of 2002 , they tried to find other musicians (singer, drummer and bass player). During the following year, the songs became more and more Heavy-Metal influenced, always melodic.
The musical knowledge of the band members has evolved, and a lot of musicians joined in for a few months then left, (a line up with several singers for example) and finally form the current line-up. Recently we participated in several shows (in front of 400 persons to celebrate the 50 years of rock for instance) and recorded Necromancer Demo by ourselves, at home.
Now, the band has more than twenty average songs, still work on new stuff, and strive to improve its instrumental technique. And this, to be able to play the kind of music they love. Although each member wants to achieve his studies, all of them care about keeping their passion: the music, and going on playing together whatever will happen. Besides, music is one of the most important professional purpose for the band.
Black and White
Wildpath Lyrics
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Looking for glory, fighting for their king
Bleeding for faith until their last breath
The keeper is beaten, their kingdom'll be proud
They ruled the fight and they'll get the reward
Spread an evil curse on the world
Keeper of love, spirit of the earth
As we sail with the wind across the sea
We shall thank the god for the gift to be free
The treasure have been cursed by gods
Damnation eternity only weeps remain
They've been dazzled by their faith and pride
Forgive them mercy a dreadful destiny
The keeper returned and he healed our wounds
Finally evil has no meaning
Dust of stars in an ocean, mother earth's watching over us
Dwelling with stars between black and white
Brightening our hearts with shadowed light
They understood that they commited a fool
May a shining sun light the way
No peace in life without sacrifice
Carry on struggling and get your paradise
Glory will shine since you keep in mind
To be free neverending story of mankind
Keeper of love, spirit of the earth
Every life are balancing on the string of fate
As we sail with the wind across the sea
We shall thank the god for the gift to be free
Keeper of love, spirit of the earth
Every life are balancing on the string of fate
As we sail with the wind across the sea
We shall thank the god for the gift to be free
The lyrics of Wildpath's song "Black and White" tell the story of a group of warriors fighting for their king and their kingdom, facing the possibility of death and damnation. The opening lines describe them entering a cave, perhaps on a mission or a quest for glory. As they fight, bleeding for their faith and king, they defeat the keeper of the cave and spread an evil curse upon the world. The second verse shifts to a more philosophical and spiritual tone, speaking of the keeper of love and spirit of the earth. The idea of fate and balance is introduced, emphasizing the importance and value of life. The chorus speaks of sailing with the wind and giving thanks to god for the gift of freedom.
The next verse returns to the warriors, who have fallen victim to the curse of the gods, their treasure now cursed for eternity. They are blinded by their faith and pride, in need of mercy and forgiveness. However, the keeper returns and heals their wounds, and evil no longer has any meaning. The bridge speaks of the "dust of stars" and the balance between black and white, with mother earth watching over us. The final lines urge the warriors to learn from their mistakes and look towards the future, carrying on the struggle for paradise and to keep the story of mankind's never-ending quest for freedom alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Facing the fate as they reached the cave
Confronting their destiny as they arrived at the cave
Looking for glory, fighting for their king
Searching for honor, battling for their ruler
Bleeding for faith until their last breath
Suffering for their beliefs until they breathed their final breath
The keeper is beaten, their kingdom'll be proud
The guardian is defeated, their land will boast
They ruled the fight and they'll get the reward
They won the battle and will receive the prize
Spread an evil curse on the world
Propagated a malevolent hex upon the globe
Keeper of love, spirit of the earth
Protector of love, soul of the planet
Every life are balancing on the string of fate
Each existence is precariously balanced on the thread of destiny
As we sail with the wind across the sea
While we navigate the ocean with the breeze
We shall thank the god for the gift to be free
We will express gratitude to the deity for the blessing of freedom
The treasure have been cursed by gods
The loot has been hexed by deities
Damnation eternity only weeps remain
Only tears of eternal condemnation persist
They've been dazzled by their faith and pride
They have been blinded by their devotion and arrogance
Forgive them mercy a dreadful destiny
Mercifully forgive them their dreadful fate
The keeper returned and he healed our wounds
The guardian came back and mended our injuries
Finally evil has no meaning
Evil is ultimately meaningless
Dust of stars in an ocean, mother earth's watching over us
Cosmic particles in a sea, our planet is overseeing us
Dwelling with stars between black and white
Residing with stars amidst darkness and light
Brightening our hearts with shadowed light
Illuminating our souls with shaded brightness
They understood that they committed a fool
They comprehended that they acted foolishly
May a shining sun light the way
May a brilliant sun guide the path
No peace in life without sacrifice
There is no tranquility in existence without giving up something
Carry on struggling and get your paradise
Continue to endure hardships and attain your paradise
Glory will shine since you keep in mind
Honour will radiate as long as you remember
To be free neverending story of mankind
The never-ending saga of humanity's quest for liberation
Keeper of love, spirit of the earth
Protector of love, soul of the planet
Every life are balancing on the string of fate
Each existence is precariously balanced on the thread of destiny
As we sail with the wind across the sea
While we navigate the ocean with the breeze
We shall thank the god for the gift to be free
We will express gratitude to the deity for the blessing of freedom
Contributed by Tristan W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.