Lyrics
It was cold that day in January 1931
Describes the weather and setting on a cold day in January 1931.
Working late, high over the ground in
Indicates the narrator or protagonist was working late at a great height in the Gothenburg harbor.
The harbour of Gothenburg
Specifies the location as the harbor of Gothenburg.
The ground was frozen
Mentions the frozen ground, emphasizing the harsh working conditions.
The wind was cold and the
Highlights the cold wind and falling snow, adding to the difficult working environment.
Snow was falling down a shout in the dark
Suggests a sudden cry or call in the darkness.
The ground turned red -
Describes a tragic incident where the ground turned red, symbolizing an accident.
Another worker was dead
Confirms the death of a fellow worker during the incident.
Honour to the workers who built our town
Pays homage to the workers who contributed to building the town.
And risked their lives since 1621
Acknowledges the workers' sacrifices and risks since the year 1621.
To the workers who built our town
Reiterates the tribute to the town's builders.
And risked their lives since 1621
Reaffirms the workers' continuous sacrifice and contribution since 1621.
For all that you have done since 1621
Expresses gratitude for all the workers have done throughout history.
Honour to the workers who built our town
Repeated homage to the workers who built the town.
And risked their lives since 1621
Reiterates the acknowledgment of the workers' risks and contributions since 1621.
1621 - The year our town was born
Specifies the year 1621 as the birth of the town.
With a harbour of pride and mighty ships
Highlights the town's pride with a harbor and mighty ships.
That made our town a name
Attributes the town's reputation to its history.
A history worth reminding of and
Stresses the importance of the history worth remembering.
Tell your kids about
Encourages passing down the history to future generations.
When the people worked and risked their lives
Recalls the times when people worked and risked their lives for the town's development.
And gave us a place to love
Highlights the town as a result of collective effort and sacrifice.
Honour to the workers who built our town
Repeated honor to the workers, emphasizing their role in building the town.
And risked their lives since 1621
Reiterates the acknowledgment of workers' risks and contributions since 1621.
To the workers who built our town
Reaffirms the tribute to the town's builders.
And risked their lives since 1621
Emphasizes the workers' continuous sacrifice and contribution since 1621.
For all that you have done since 1621
Expresses gratitude for all the workers have done since the town's inception in 1621.
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