Emperor - With Strength I Burn lyrics

Blinded I run down these paths

By heart I know them

They lead to the soaring cliffs

Stout they stand above the water's edge

Lifeless

And this is my foundation

Cold stone

Formed only by winds and time

How invulnerable

Lifeless

Ahh...

I have longed to be at one with this

Yet, the waters call my name

For once I wish to see

The entity behind the voice

The face of this seduction

The beauty of my pain

Am I blessed or am I cursed by thy presence?

What is my crime?

What is my deed?

Is this life my redemption?

Shall I repent or proceed?

I hate my flesh

Its dimension poisoned my soul with doubt

It made me question the essence of...

The 'I'

Slaves are those of this world

Given freedom to lay the chains upon The Master

The wolf is no longer free

Release the chains and come for me

Suddenly, his mournful cries were stunned.

Out of the cold mist came three enthralling ships.

Sails torn by many a storm, and the bows adorned by the

most fierce gargoyles he'd ever laid eyes upon. Yet, the

crew they bore... Three times twelve in numbers. They

stood motionless, wrapped in grey, worn gowns.

And from behind their shadowed faces the seductive chanting.

Bidding him on board. without hesitation, he accepted.

And away they sailed...

Upon these seas

Wherein I drowned so many times

I scatter the ashes of destiny

Still my flame is in hunger

With fire in my heart

Shall I greet the shores ahead

Though, I know not what will burn...

Desire...

Ahh...

In the distance

I hear the waves wash over solid ground

And in this moment I am struck blind

Grant me sight so I can see

That which lies ahead of me

Cursed be my mortal eyes

For dying in this realm of death

Hear my call...

I return to the soaring cliffs

They truly shine of strength

Even though I nothing learned

With strength I burn