Second Sun
Epic Tales: Embracing Freedom and Rebellion in Second Sun
Lyrics
Here's a story I've heard
Introduction to a narrative or anecdote the speaker has heard.
In tales by the fireside
Reference to traditional storytelling around a fireplace.
Told of a gallant man
Description of a courageous man.
And his talk of a promised land
Man speaks of a utopian place he believes in.
A feted pariah
Characterization of the man as both admired and rejected.
As a soul messiah
Describing the man as a spiritual leader in a corrupted world.
In a fallen world
Setting the scene in a fallen world.
Turning another way
The man chooses a different path in response to the fallen world.
This sage of the century
Describing the man as a wise figure of the century.
Got down on bended knee
The man humbly kneels, demonstrating humility.
And urged the majority
Encourages the majority to question those in power.
To question authority
Promoting skepticism towards authority.
He said "Free love in the land"
Advocating for love and freedom in the land.
And "The mark of a man is to do what he can"
Defining the essence of a man as doing what he can.
His silhouette is in our second sun
The man's shadow or influence remains even after he's gone.
When he's overcome
His impact persists beyond his challenges.
A ward of a broken man
Depicting the man as a protector of a broken individual.
He travelled all through the land
The man travels extensively, spreading his message.
Foretelling that different tribes
Belief that various groups keep the man's dream alive.
Are keeping his dream alive
Communities uphold the man's ideals.
And he gave up a special prayer
The man offers a unique prayer for those with special abilities.
To those who can walk on air
A metaphorical expression for achieving extraordinary feats.
To gain an identity
Encouraging the pursuit of identity and purpose.
And become what they're meant to be
Aspiring to fulfill one's true potential.
He said "Free love in the land"
Reiteration of the call for love and freedom.
Standing his ground with his fist over hand
The man stands firm with a symbol of defiance.
His silhouette is in our second sun
His influence persists even after his passing.
When his time has come
Reflecting on the man's enduring legacy.
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