Lyrics
The spirits of women past
The presence of women from the past is felt spiritually.
Break through the concrete
These women break through the metaphorical "concrete" barriers, symbolizing obstacles or challenges.
On our hands we see them in the dust
Visible signs of these spirits are seen on the hands, perhaps as marks or imprints in the dust.
They walk this land and guide us
These spirits walk the land and provide guidance to the current generation.
We fight on Aboriginal land
There is a struggle taking place on Aboriginal land.
We look to the old ones to understand
Reference to seeking wisdom and guidance from the elders.
Where the strength must come from
Strength is derived from the past, from ancestral sources.
Where our children must learn from
The importance of passing down this strength and knowledge to future generations.
Aunty, this fight is still ongoing
The ongoing struggle is addressed, acknowledging the continuous fight.
Ancestral blood is in their veins
Ancestral blood, with its history and strength, flows in the veins of the current generation.
You can see it in the faces of your young
The evidence of this heritage is visible in the faces of the younger generation.
Your strength is in their hearts
The resilience and power of the elder generation reside within the hearts of the young.
Strength drawn from time immemorial
Strength is drawn from an ancient, timeless source.
To fight this enduring war
Reference to an enduring war that has been fought for a long time.
And as the earth is scorched and empires fall,
Despite challenges and the fall of empires, the matriarchs, symbolizing powerful women, remain standing.
The Matriarchs will still be standing strong
Even in the face of adversity, the strength of these women endures.
From creation up to the present day
Acknowledgment of the timeless presence of powerful women from creation to the present day.
Hope is a woman, painted with red-ochre clay
Hope is personified as a woman, adorned with red-ochre clay, symbolizing endurance and connection to the earth.
Ngiyaningu maran yaliwunga ngarra-li
An indigenous phrase expressing the continuous observation and connection with ancestors.
Our ancestors are always watching
An affirmation that the ancestors are always watching over the living.
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