Lyrics
Into the granite : stave by stave
Initiating the tale methodically, step by step, like carving into granite.
Carved ploughwise : now read my tale
Having carved the narrative in a way resembling plowing a field.
The raging ocean I have sailed
Describing the challenging and turbulent experiences of navigating the vast ocean.
Many a man I have maimed
Having caused harm or injury to many individuals during the sea journey.
Shields I have crushed with my sword
Destroying shields using a sword, indicating prowess in battle.
Women have I pleased endless nights
Indicating a history of satisfying women romantically for numerous nights.
On foreign coast my brother did fall
Recounting the death of a brother on a foreign shore.
He now dines in hall up high
Implying the brother's afterlife in a distinguished hall or heavenly place.
Erected the stone against a twilight sky
Erecting a memorial stone against a twilight sky, possibly symbolizing remembrance.
Read Sea Wolf's tale
Encouraging readers to delve into the story of the Sea Wolf.
From the coasts of the west to sarkland
Describing the geographical scope of the Sea Wolf's adventures from the west to Sarkland.
To the marshlands and the forests of the east
Encompassing diverse terrains such as marshlands and forests in the narrative.
High adventures : great riches and wine
Highlighting elements of high adventure, wealth, and indulgence in wine.
Blood shed : great battles and feasts
Enumerating the themes of bloodshed, grand battles, and celebratory feasts.
My stone firm in mother earth through rain and time
Expressing the enduring nature of the memorial stone in the earth despite weathering.
Read Sea Wolf's tale
Reiterating the invitation to read and understand the Sea Wolf's tale.
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