Lyrics
Reach to the red sky (The slaying, the flaying)
Expressing a desire or effort to reach ambitious heights symbolized by the red sky, amidst violence and brutality ("The slaying, the flaying").
The sound of their voices (Don't blame me, don't blame me)
Acknowledging voices around, with a plea to avoid assigning blame ("Don't blame me, don't blame me").
I could not bear the torture and pain
Conveying an inability to endure extreme suffering, suggesting vulnerability and pain.
trapped in this dead night
Feeling confined and trapped within the darkness of the night.
Walls made of dead men encased in snow
Describing walls built from deceased individuals surrounded by snow, possibly signifying the harsh and cold environment.
Soon entombed in rust, for the edicts of strongmen
Anticipating decay and deterioration ("entombed in rust") due to the commands or laws imposed by powerful figures.
Frozen I am, I must on go on
Expressing a frozen or numb state, compelled to continue despite adverse circumstances.
All that is left, for me is my sword
Emphasizing the significance of the sword as the only remaining possession or tool.
Bitter wind, whips my face
Facing harsh weather conditions, symbolic of challenges ("Bitter wind") testing one's bravery.
And tries my courage
Challenging one's courage amidst adversity.
Dragged to war, with raging beasts
Being forcefully dragged into a war against formidable adversaries ("raging beasts").
A stone resolve is my scourage
Possessing an unyielding determination as a source of strength ("stone resolve").
My blade, leads my way
Highlighting the role of the blade as a guiding force toward either victory or demise.
Forth to victory
Moving forward with the blade, indicating a commitment to the pursuit of triumph.
Or my end
Recognizing the possibility of either achieving success or facing one's end in the journey.
Tremor upon
Portraying a significant moment of tension or crisis ("Tremor upon").
This final impasse
Confronting the ultimate deadlock or obstacle.
The dealers of betrayal
Referring to those who have betrayed, introducing a theme of deception and disloyalty.
Riding in the dark
Depicting a dangerous situation with deceitful figures moving in the darkness.
I pray for precious chance
Expressing a prayer or hope for a rare opportunity, uncertain if it will ever materialize.
I know may never come
Acknowledging the uncertainty and potential rarity of the chances prayed for.
Bitter wind, whips my face
Reiterating the challenging weather conditions and their impact on courage.
And tries my courage
Emphasizing the continuous trial of one's courage in the face of adversity.
Dragged to war, with raging beasts
Reaffirming the forced involvement in a war against fierce opponents.
A stone resolve is my scourage
Reiterating the enduring strength of resolve as a key asset.
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