Now We Are Free
Zimmer Hans Lyrics
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Anol sheh lay konnud de ne um {shaddai}
Flavum nom de leesh
Ham de nam um das
La um de Flavne
We de ze zu bu
We de sooo a are you
Un vi-I bee
Un da la pech ni sa(aah)
Un di-I lay na day
Un ma la pech a nay
Mee di nu ku
La la da pa da le na da na
Ve va da pa da le na la dumda
Anol shalom
Anol sheh ley kon-nud de ne um.
Flavum, flavum
M-ai shondol-lee flavu
Lof flesh lay nof ne
Nom de lis
Ham de num um dass
La um de flavne
Shom de nomm
Ma-lun des dwondi, dwwoondi
Alas sharum do koos
Shaley koot-tum
The lyrics of "Now We Are Free" by Zimmer Hans and Gerrard Lisa are a blend of several languages, including Latin, Zulu, and Arabic. The song contains vivid images and fantasy-like phrases that are full of depth and emotion. The first few lines of the song in Latin sound like a prayer, expressing a desire for peace and tranquility. The following lines incorporate Zulu language and symbolize unity and togetherness. The Arabic phrases such as "shaddai," "shom de nomm," and "shaley koot-tum" are typically used in Islamic prayer and convey a sense of longing or devotion.
As the song progresses, it becomes more emotive and artistic. The chorus of "We de ze zu bu, we de sooo a are you" is a crafted phrase that does not have any specific meaning or language. Instead, it is designed to evoke an emotional response from the listener. When combined with the intense drumbeat and sweeping orchestral chords, the words become a celebration of freedom and liberation.
The final segment of the song is a mixture of languages, with the focus being on Zulu. The melodious chanting of "anole shalom, anole sheh ley kon-nud de ne um" and "flavu, m-ai shondol-lee flavu" expresses the joy of being free but does so in a mystical or spiritual way. The verses seem disconnected, but when considered within the context of the music, they create a powerful and beautiful piece that speaks to the heart, the soul, and the imagination.
Line by Line Meaning
Anol shalom
Let there be peace
Anol sheh lay konnud de ne um {shaddai}
May peace be with the creator {shaddai}
Flavum nom de leesh
The flavor of the air is changing
Ham de nam um das
We have found our way
La um de Flavne
Now we are free
We de ze zu bu
We have come to this place
We de sooo a are you
We are here to stay
Un va-a pesh a lay
We have no fear
Un vi-I bee
We are one
Un da la pech ni sa(aah)
We have a strong heart
Un di-I lay na day
We will not falter
Un ma la pech a nay
We will persevere
Mee di nu ku
We will find a new way
La la da pa da le na da na
We will sing and dance
Ve va da pa da le na la dumda
And celebrate our freedom
Flavum, flavum
The air is changing
M-ai shondol-lee flavu
We can feel it in our souls
Lof flesh lay nof ne
The chains of flesh are broken
Nom de lis
The darkness is gone
Shom de nomm
We are the light
Ma-lun des dwondi, dwwoondi
We have left the darkness behind
Alas sharum do koos
We will never give up
Shaley koot-tum
We will rise
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HANS ZIMMER, KLAUS BADELT, LISA GERRARD
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