Now We Are Free
Zimmer Hans Lyrics


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Anol shalom
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 va-a pesh a lay
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

Overall Meaning

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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