Immigrant Song
Voyage of Valor: Unveiling Norse Sagas in Ann Wilson's Anthem
Lyrics
Ah, ah,
A vocal expression, possibly conveying a primal or energetic feeling.
We come from the land of the ice and snow,
The speaker identifies their origin as a cold and icy land.
From the midnight sun where the hot springs blow
Describes the land further, mentioning the midnight sun and hot springs.
The hammer of the gods
Refers to a powerful force, possibly a metaphor for strength or authority.
Will drive our ships to new lands,
Suggests the use of this force to explore new territories with ships.
To fight the horde, singing and crying,
Describes a purpose for the journey: to combat an enemy with vocal expressions.
Valhalla, I am coming!
Expresses a destination, implying a heroic afterlife in Norse mythology (Valhalla).
On we sweep with threshing oar,
Continues the journey, using a threshing oar as a metaphor for progress.
Our only goal will be the western shore
States the primary objective of reaching the western shore.
Ah, ah,
Repeats the primal vocal expression from line 1.
We come from the land of the ice and snow,
Restates the origin and characteristics of the land.
From the midnight sun where the hot springs blow
Reiterates the description of the land from lines 2 and 3.
How soft your fields so green,
Shifts to a different tone, appreciating the beauty of peaceful landscapes.
Can whisper tales of gore,
Implies that the serene environment can tell stories of past battles.
Of how we calmed the tides of war
Claims credit for calming the tides of war, possibly through heroic actions.
We are your overlords
Declares dominance, asserting authority over the listener or a conquered land.
On we sweep with threshing oar,
Continues the journey motif with the threshing oar.
Our only goal will be the western shore
Reaffirms the commitment to reaching the western shore.
So now you'd better stop and rebuild all your ruins,
Advises the listener to stop and rebuild, hinting at the aftermath of conflict.
For peace and trust can win the day
Suggests that peace and trust are essential for success.
Despite of all your losing
Despite setbacks, there's a potential for victory or redemption.
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