With influences like Muse, Coldplay, The police, Jeff Buckley and Jimmy Hendrix, The Rebellion's music has allowed them to share the stage with acts like Obijou, Joel Plasket, The Weakerthans, Hey Ocean and The Born Ruffians. Comprised of Josh Palmer on lead guitar, piano and lead vocal, Silviu Moldovan on guitar, Rylan Schultz on bass and Christian Kongawi on drums, The Rebellion has become one of Western Canada's most exciting bands.
Although based in Saskatchewan, half The Rebellion hails from around the globe. At a young age, Silviu and his family fled soviet occupation in Romania. Christian immigrated from a war torn Congo at the age of 10. You could say The Rebellion has international roots, they found each other from across the world and now travel the country making appearances in such prestigious festivals as the 2008 & 2010 Canadian Music Week, 2007 Juno Awards Festival.
Their independently released album “Time” has been well received in Canada and the U.S in 2008, now The Rebellion seeks to out-do themselves on their much anticipated album release in the fall of 2010 under Thorney Bleeder Records. New Album, new label, fresh style and a rocking sound!
You'd better be ready, this Rebellion has only begun!
Sweden
the rebellion Lyrics
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To take me away
Pack my box and get me ready
No time to waste astray
Father, in a week I will be gone
To Miklagard on dragon's wings
There's riches to be won
Odin and Thor
May they guard my way
Where I've never walked before
Sweden, oh Sweden
My fatherland my home
I pray to see your shores again
Tomorrow I'll be gone
Sweden, oh Sweden
Heathen stronghold in the black
Odin walks amidst your trees
May he guide me back
I saw an old man passing by
Under his cloak the flicker of an eye
As I turned
To ask his name
He was gone just as he came
I know I'm not alone
He will watch me far from home
And his wisdom be the light
And his courage in the fight
Odin, to Uppsala I shall come
To honour you with sacrifice
As it must be done
Oh Odin, I raise my hands to thee and pray
Give me strength and wisdom
There'll be danger in my way
The rebellion's song "Sweden" depicts a young man saying goodbye to his fatherland and embarking on a journey to Miklagard. He has found a ship to take him away and packs his box, ready to start a new adventure. He won't waste any time lingering as he has a mission to accomplish. The journey to Miklagard is perilous, but he hopes to find riches there. To embark on his new journey, he has to go through Uppsala, where Odin and Thor are worshipped. He hopes they will guard his way and guide him where he has never walked before.
The lyrics are symbolic in many ways. The young man's journey is not only a physical one but also a spiritual one. He leaves behind his fatherland, Sweden, which represents his home and everything he's ever known. The journey to Miklagard represents a new beginning, a chance for the young man to explore the unknown and acquire wealth. Odin and Thor represent a form of security, and he hopes their protection will guide him on his journey.
"Sweden" is a song about bravery, determination, and sacrifice. The young man is willing to leave everything behind to achieve his goal. He's also willing to face danger and make sacrifices along the way. The song invokes the spirit of Odin and Thor, two ancient gods worshipped by the Vikings, to signify the resilience and courage required on this journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Father, I've found a ship
I have found a way to leave and I'm ready to go.
To take me away
To help me escape my current situation and start anew.
Pack my box and get me ready
Prepare my belongings, I can't waste any time.
No time to waste astray
I need to stay focused and not let anything stop me.
Father, in a week I will be gone
I only have a short amount of time before I leave.
To Miklagard on dragon's wings
I am going far away, and the journey will be difficult.
There's riches to be won
I'm taking this journey in the hope of finding wealth.
To Uppsala
I'm going to a religious center to pray.
Odin and Thor
The gods I worship.
May they guard my way
I hope they will protect me on my journey.
Where I've never walked before
This journey is taking me to a new place where I've never been.
Sweden, oh Sweden
My home country that I love.
My fatherland my home
A place I treasure and have affection for.
I pray to see your shores again
I hope to return to my country one day.
Tomorrow I'll be gone
I am leaving soon.
Heathen stronghold in the black
An area with many pagans and idolaters.
Odin walks amidst your trees
The god Odin is present in this area.
May he guide me back
I hope for safe passage back to my home country.
I saw an old man passing by
I had a glimpse of someone who may be wise and important.
Under his cloak the flicker of an eye
He is hiding something or is deep in thought.
As I turned
As I looked back to see him.
To ask his name
To try and find out who he is.
He was gone just as he came
He disappeared as quickly as he had appeared.
I know I'm not alone
I feel like there are greater forces with me.
He will watch me far from home
He will continue to guide me even when I'm far away from home.
And his wisdom be the light
I will use his wisdom to guide me.
And his courage in the fight
I will take inspiration from his bravery as I go on this journey.
Odin, to Uppsala I shall come
I am making a pilgrimage to a place of worship for Odin.
To honor you with sacrifice
I will make offerings to Odin to show my respect.
As it must be done
It is tradition and expected to make these sacrifices to the gods.
Oh Odin, I raise my hands to thee and pray
I'm calling on Odin to listen to my prayers.
Give me strength and wisdom
I'm asking for the god's power and guidance.
There'll be danger in my way
I know that there are risks associated with this journey.
Contributed by Arianna P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@holgerravn6319
Seems that the lunatics blocked ambulances too. The Swedish police is worthless. What happened to the good old water cannons?
@robertpounds4842
Heart felt thanks to those that try to shine a light on the horrendous tragedy that is unfolding as the world watches and our leaders continue to aid and abet , what will be left for our young people I dread to think
@TheOnlyArvino
i was eating kfc and watching this