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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
It is the 21st century. The Final Experiment has failed. The final devastating war that was foretold by the blind minstrel Ayreon has indeed come to pass. The war has destroyed all life on Earth, making it completely uninhabitable. I hover above my own dead body...
Silence fills the air Echoes fade away... Sadness and despair On that cruel and fateful day... My body lies motionless Upon the kitchen floor... The Earth has died, the world's at rest 2084... Many centuries ago In a dark, enchanted land... Our fate had been foretold By a poor, misguided man... We carried on down the road we chose, The path of Nevermore The journey ends, the book is closed 2084... And now I have to leave, my work on Earth is done I'm heading for the planet known as Mars To the last of its race, the final newborn son Before I start my voyage to the stars And now I have to leave, my work on Earth is done I'm heading for the planet known as Mars To the last of its race, the final newborn son Before I start my voyage to the stars My body lies motionless Upon the kitchen floor... The Earth has died, the world's at rest 2084... |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
EDWARD REEKERS:
Once upon a time, as in ancient history High upon a hill, in a shroud of mystery Loomed the abbey, as we journeyed through the night And wended our way towards the light. As we entered through the gates, we heard the silent calls There was something evil that lurked within these walls As I relive my days in this godforsaken place All that appears before me now... is her face... OKKIE HUYSDENS: Another man died today like the ones before (Like the ones before) With blackened tongue and blackened finger (Blackened finger) Within the labyrinth behind the bolted door (Behind the bolted door) Lies the answer to our mystery... ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Heed the book that kills - it holds an evil power! Those who turn the leaves wither like a flower! Well guarded by the seer inside the abbey tower. For laughter kills the fear within... The abbey of Synn. OKKIE HUYSDENS: We found the secret path that led us here to you (Led us here to you) Give us the deadly book of laughter (Deadly book of laughter) Too many men have died for a teaching of the few (Teaching of the few) Open your heart. Reveal the mystery. ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Heed the book that kills - it holds an evil power! Those who turn the leaves wither like a flower! Well guarded by the seer inside the abbey tower. For laughter kills the fear within... The abbey of Synn. EDWARD REEKERS: And then she came to me, like a creature from the dawn Enchanting as the moon, radiant as the sun. She took the boy in me, and gave me back a man With a force I could not withstand. The seer burned the abbey down, and perished in the fire... We couldn't save the book. The flames were rising higher... So many died in vain for an ancient discipline... Laughter kills the fear within... The abbey of Synn. ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Heed the book that kills - it holds an evil power! Those who turn the leaves wither like a flower! Well guarded by the seer inside the abbey tower. For laughter kills the fear within... The abbey of Synn. |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
And now this Rainbow Bridge: an iridescent span of tears - so fragile and yet so strong. Will
it support your mortal shells? Or will you fall into the fiery brine below? [knight] I hark back to olden days to her and her magic ways two souls in harmony in an endless sea the cruel wings of destiny carried you away from me and left a heart unstilled that never will be filled [roman (chorus:)] beyond these stygian skies our fortress lies across the rainbow bridge we'll span the sea of tears and conquer all our fears (inside) forsake this mourning field and drop your shield across the rainbow bridge run to the other side where all our dreams abide [knight] I'd sacrifice my very life to have you at my side like a dream I see your face through the misty haze we were one amid the stars and time never healed my scars deep inside the sadness burns I must return! [roman (chorus)] [hippie] scarlet crimson rosy red I must be dead or stoned out of my head orange yellow tangerine the acid queen in a psychedelic scene ochre chestnut chocolate brown I'm upside down on a cosmic eiderdown ivory milky chalky white, the stars ignite, I vanish in the light - that burns so bright Step forward. Beyond lies your goal: the Electric Castle! The past is gone! Do you wish to lapse in limbo forever? No! Be resolute.. There are trials ahead - and rewards for those who strive: the Surreal Search endures... [roman & knight] run run the past is gone, it cannot be undone run run the future is here, our fate is drawing near [roman (chorus)] |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
Actual fantasy!
Sit back and relax. Crawl into the maze within your mind. Leave it all behind. Now allow yourself to slide into a world. As real as you want it to be. Actual fantasy! |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
Actual fantasy!
Sit back and relax. Crawl into the maze within your mind. Leave it all behind. Now allow yourself to slide into a world. As real as you want it to be. Actual fantasy! |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
Actual fantasy!
Sit back and relax. Crawl into the maze within your mind. Leave it all behind. Now allow yourself to slide into a world. As real as you want it to be. Actual fantasy! |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
[Tom Englund]
We never saw this coming Pride comes before a fall We never heeded the warnings Buried deep within us all [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Daniel Gildenlow] Giant machines blot out our sun [Steve Lee] Frozen minds becoming numb [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Daniel Gildenlow] I won't accept what we've become [Steve Lee] We stand to lose more than we've won [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Tom Englund] Our quenchless thirst for knowledge Our urge to change and grow Our need to expand the nation Made us rise from the depths below [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Daniel Gildenlow] Giant machines blot out our sun [Steve Lee] Frozen minds becoming numb [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Daniel Gildenlow] I won't accept what we've become [Steve Lee] We stand to lose more than we've won [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Hansi Kursch] No more aggression [Floor Jansen] No more initiative [Hansi Kursch] No more suppression [Floor Jansen] No more emotions [Hansi Kursch] No more recession [Floor Jansen] No more of all the feelings we shared that made us who we really are [Hansi Kursch] No more possessions [Floor Jansen] No more euphoria [Hansi Kursch] No more obsessions [Floor Jansen] No more sensations [Hansi Kursch] No more depression [Floor Jansen] No more of all the passions that shaped our hearts and made us who we are We Are Forever [Jonas Renkse] Time… but a passageway… The beginning of the end… An end that never was… Time… but a curve in space… We are forever Eternal prisoners in time… We are forever Caught in our cold inertia Longing, hoping, waiting, for no one… [Anneke Van Giersbergen] Forever we yearn, forever we learn Forever we live a lie, forever slipping by and Forever we flee, forever we will be, Forever is but a dream, forever is but a scream and Forever we try, forever we die The spell of love wore off The zest for life not enough Longing, hoping, waiting, for no one… Never enough Zero (one) one (zero) one (zero) zero (zero) Zero (one) one (zero) zero (one) zero (one) Zero (one) one (zero) one (one) zero (zero) Zero (one) one (one) zero (zero) zero (zero) Zero (one) one (zero) one (zero) zero (zero) Zero (one) one (zero) zero (one) zero (one) Zero (one) one (zero) one (one) zero (zero) Zero (one) one (one) zero (zero) zero (zero) [above translates to 'help help'] Off (on) on (off) off (on) on (off) Off (on) on (off) on (on) on (on) Off (on) on (on) off (off) on (off) Off (on) on (off) off (on) off (on) Off (on) on (on) off (on) on (off) Off (on) on (off) off (on) off (on) Off (on) on (on) off (off) on (off) [above translates to 'forever'] No (yeah) yeah (yeah) no (no) yeah (yeah) No (yeah) yeah (no) yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah) No (yeah) yeah (yeah) no (no) yeah (yeah) No (yeah) yeah (yeah) no (no) yeah (yeah) No (yeah) yeah (no) yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah) No (yeah) yeah (yeah) no (no) yeah (yeah) [above translates to 'sos sos'] Longing, hoping, waiting, for no one Forever we try, forever we die, forever, forever Forever we try, forever we die, forever, forever Forever we tie, forever we die, forever, forever [Jonas Renkse] Longing… hoping… waiting… for no one… [Hansi Kursch] No more aggression [Floor Jansen] No more initiative [Hansi Kursch] No more suppression [Floor Jansen] No more emotions [Hansi Kursch] No more recession [Floor Jansen] No more of all the feelings we shared that made us who we really are [Hansi Kursch] No more possessions [Floor Jansen] No more euphoria [Hansi Kursch] No more obsessions [Floor Jansen] No more sensations [Hansi Kursch] No more depression [Floor Jansen] No more of all the passions that shaped our hearts and made us who we are [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Jørn Lande] The Age of Shadows! [Daniel Gildenlow] Giant machines blot out our sun [Steve Lee] Frozen minds becoming numb [Jørn Lande] Blot out our sun! Yeah yeah! [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Jørn Lande] Frozen minds becoming numb [Daniel Gildenlow] I won't accept what we've become [Steve Lee] We stand to lose more than we've won [Jørn Lande] More than we've won [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Jørn Lande] The Age of Shadows! [Daniel Gildenlow] Giant machines blot out our sun [Steve Lee] Frozen minds becoming numb [Jørn Lande] Giant machines blot out the sun [Daniel Gildenlow] The Age of Shadows has begun [Steve Lee] The Age of Shadows has begun [Jørn Lande] The Age of Shadows! Yeah! [Daniel Gildenlow] I won't accept what we've become [Steve Lee] We stand to lose more than we've won [Daniel Gildenlow and Jørn Lande] The Age of Shadows has begun [Tom Englund] We never heeded the warning Buried deep within us all |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
Forever of the Stars:
There is danger ahead. But do not be afraid. For I am with you, like breath itself. Darkness will lead to light. Colour will bleed into the night. Beautiful colours, the like of which you have never seen. Let the dream of confusion lead you into the virgin light! Be gone! Be all seeing, be brave... Be gone! (A. Amazing Flight In Space) BARBARIAN: I'm looking 'round bewildered. Is this some dark and evil jest? What brought me to this cursed keep? Perchance some crazy quest? Gods forbid I am no coward! Pitted against a monster, man, or ghost I'd wield my blade with crimson gusto, For I am the proud barbarian host! HIPPIE: Hey dude, you're so uncool! But hey, that's alright... Like, there's no need to get uptight. My eyes reflect the stars And a smile lights up my face We're on an amazing flight in space! BARBARIAN: I shook city walls and towers! Wreaking havoc in the streets Burned palaces of cowardly kings Not a one stood up to me... fools. Bear bloody banners in blazing skies! Brandish battle axe and broadsword! Let drums of glory sound like thunder! Hail Barbaric Warlord!! HIPPIE: Hey dude, you're so uncool! But hey, that's alright... Like, there's no need to get uptight. My eyes reflect the stars And a smile lights up my face We're on an amazing flight in space! BARBARIAN: I load my black stallion With grim determination I found a kingdom Where I chose to settle down Righteous men would hang me But I've given hell to pay Cause nothing is as dangerous As a barbarian warlord I trained some of the minstrel men I laid this place aspears For a barbarian warlord... (B. Stardance) INDIAN: (Chants) C. Flying Colours |
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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
It is 2800 B.C. I quietly witness the astounding secret behind the creation of a
mysterious monument in Wiltshire, England. The moon sheds no light on Salisbury plain The day turns to night and the bonfires cease burning The druids gather round and the chants fill the air Their echoes resound and the living world stops turning The magic words are spoken As we leave the plain in silence Now the circle stands alone And the druids turn to stone The dawn shines its light on Salisbury plain The day floods the night with gilded rays of sunshine The magic words were spoken As we left the plain in silence Then the circle stood alone And the druids turned to stone The rising sun is dancing on the edges of the stones Casting shadows, creeping down the Avenue Into the heart of the sarsen trilithons I marvel at this mystery, beholder of the stars A holy temple, a sacred burial ground Guarding well its secrets from us all The moon sheds no light on Salisbury plain The day turns to night and the bonfires cease burning The magic words are spoken As we leave the plain in silence Now the circle stands alone And the druids turn to stone |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
HIPPIE:
Was this a dream I just had? I have my doubts I can't make out the truth From the lies here inside What kind of trip have I been on? Where did I go? I'd like to know just why Did it feel so damn real? FUTUREMAN: There's something strange going on I don't know why It's something I can't place An open space, a shrouded face As if my memory files Have been erased And then replaced by lies False replies, clouded skies HIPPIE AND FUTUREMAN: A secret yearning lurks inside Like a dream trying to hide Another time, another space An empty feeling haunts my brain A strange void I can't explain Another time, another space ROMAN: I've been relieved of all my pain! I've been reborn A mighty storm has raged And my fears disappeared! KNIGHT: I've found the Grail here within In a magic dream I have seen a world Of make belief, of joy and grief! ALL: A secret yearning lurks inside Like a dream trying to hide Another time, another space An empty feeling haunts my brain A strange void I can't explain Another time, another space HIGHLANDER: ...The end is here... INDIAN: ...I soar on the breeze... KNIGHT: ...In search of the Grail... ROMAN: ...Free me from this evil... EGYPTIAN: ...Isis and Osiris... BARBARIAN: ...Let drums of glory sound like thunder... HIPPIE: ...Takes a trip into eternity... FUTUREMAN: ...Together as a team... Forever of the Stars: Remember Forever.... |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON (LEON GOEWIE):
Misguided Merlin, You fail to understand, I could never be your rival. I was just a pawn, In a future masterplan, For the purpose of survival! MERLIN (ROBERT SOETERBOEK): Ayreon! I've cast my spell upon you! I have no faith, you cannot be true! WOMEN: Ayreon! AYREON: I forgive you, Merlin, For you don't know what you've done, Even for you, it was all a mystery. One day you'll see, That I was the one, Who could change the course of history! MERLIN: Ayreon! Your words are all in vain! Close your eyes, there'll be no more pain! WOMEN: Oh Ayreon... MERLIN: (ROBERT SOETERBOEK): Mmm! I see one day, His story will be told, At the end of the 20th century, ohhhh! (IAN PARRY): I see one day, The truth will unfold! (MIRJAM VAN DOORN): Ohhh! And the quest has now begun! Oh, Ayreon! (JAY VAN FEGGELEN): I hope one day, That man will understand, It's in his power to change his destiny! (LEON GOEWIE): I hope one day, He'll do all that he can! (DEBBY SCHREUDER) Ohhh! And all the nations will be one! Oh Ayreon! Yeah! WOMEN (SCHREUDER & VAN DOORN): Now the end has just begun! AYREON (EDWARD REEKERS): And words become a song! VILLAGERS (SCHREUDER & VAN DOORN): Tell me what you feel! AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN): The seas are red, the skies are grim... Listen to the waves... MERLIN (EDWARD REEKERS): The outcome of 'The Final Experiment' has now been placed in your hands... (Clock ticking) |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
AYREON (LEON GOEWIE):
Misguided Merlin, You fail to understand, I could never be your rival. I was just a pawn, In a future masterplan, For the purpose of survival! MERLIN (ROBERT SOETERBOEK): Ayreon! I've cast my spell upon you! I have no faith, you cannot be true! WOMEN: Ayreon! AYREON: I forgive you, Merlin, For you don't know what you've done, Even for you, it was all a mystery. One day you'll see, That I was the one, Who could change the course of history! MERLIN: Ayreon! Your words are all in vain! Close your eyes, there'll be no more pain! WOMEN: Oh Ayreon... MERLIN: (ROBERT SOETERBOEK): Mmm! I see one day, His story will be told, At the end of the 20th century, ohhhh! (IAN PARRY): I see one day, The truth will unfold! (MIRJAM VAN DOORN): Ohhh! And the quest has now begun! Oh, Ayreon! (JAY VAN FEGGELEN): I hope one day, That man will understand, It's in his power to change his destiny! (LEON GOEWIE): I hope one day, He'll do all that he can! (DEBBY SCHREUDER) Ohhh! And all the nations will be one! Oh Ayreon! Yeah! WOMEN (SCHREUDER & VAN DOORN): Now the end has just begun! AYREON (EDWARD REEKERS): And words become a song! VILLAGERS (SCHREUDER & VAN DOORN): Tell me what you feel! AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN): The seas are red, the skies are grim... Listen to the waves... MERLIN (EDWARD REEKERS): The outcome of 'The Final Experiment' has now been placed in your hands... (Clock ticking) |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
Roger copy!
Altitude 4200, and you are go for landing, over! Visibility, as we said before, is... not too great. Come in! Planet Earth... Planet Earth... Planet Earth... Planet Earth... EDWARD REEKERS: I overheard the elders, Telling each other stories About the days when they were young, Back on planet earth I wish to learn the secrets Of those who lived before me... So I program my computer, For a flight to planet earth ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Blue skies over the oceans Sail on the wind to the valley below.. Rise high over the hills To where the wildflowers grow OKKIE HUYSDENS: And I ride, ride, ride, The waves of time! Fly, fly, fly beyond the sky! EDWARD REEKERS: We've abandoned all emotions, Whether good or bad, Up here in this station, Far from planet earth! I can't tell if I'm happy, I don't know if I'm sad But I do know I'd have been at home, Back on planet earth. ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Black clouds over the debris, Storm is raging over the land... No life left on this planet, Now you will understand! OKKIE HUYSDENS: And I ride, ride, ride, The waves of time! Fly, fly, fly beyond the sky! ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Blue skies over the oceans Sail on the wind to the valley below... Rise high over the hills, To where the wildflowers grow Black clouds over the debris, Storm is raging... (Echoing words) |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
ROBERT SOETERBOEK:
Ready for the enemy Hungry for the battle Fighting hard for victory In the army of the king Armed with shield and sword We mounted our horses Leaving on a sacred quest On our way to fight the holy war They attacked from different sides Hard pressed with numbers We could not even run nor hide We had to stand and fight Then I felt a blade of steel Penetrate my armour I did not dream the pain was real As I went down I knew my time had come... EDWARD REEKERS: And then he rode into the night Towards that eerie distant light that seemed to charm him EDWARD REEKERS: Until he came to a road that disappeared OKKIE HUYSDENS: Beyond the last horizon EDWARD REEKERS: He knew there'd be no way back Once he had vanished in the blackness of infinity EDWARD REEKERS: And so he gathered all his strength not to descend OKKIE HUYSDENS: Into the valley of death... ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Into the valley of death... ROBERT SOETERBOEK: I opened up my weary eyes The haze slowly lifted The mighty roar of battlecries Stopped ringing in my ears I gazed upon a friendly face He carried me to safety I told him of this frightening place And of my journey back from the other side EDWARD REEKERS: And then he rode into the night Towards that eerie distant light that seemed to charm him EDWARD REEKERS: Until he came to a road that disappeared OKKIE HUYSDENS: Beyond the last horizon EDWARD REEKERS: He knew there'd be no way back Once he had vanished in the blackness of infinity EDWARD REEKERS: And so he gathered all his strength not to descend OKKIE HUYSDENS: Into the valley of death... ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Into the valley of death... ------------ EDWARD REEKERS: And then he rode into the night Towards that eerie distant light that seemed to charm him ROBERT SOETERBOEK: A force so seductive And yet so destructive and cruel EDWARD REEKERS: Until he came to a road that disappeared OKKIE HUYSDENS: Beyond the last horizon ROBERT SOETERBOEK: I followed that road to the edge of eternity EDWARD REEKERS: He knew there'd be no way back Once he had vanished in the blackness of infinity ROBERT SOETERBOEK: I fought for my life For I had to survive the ordeal EDWARD REEKERS: And so he gathered all his strength not to descend OKKIE HUYSDENS: Into the valley of death... ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Into the valley of death... |
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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
"It is the 6th century. This is where it all began. My tired body has passed away, but my
once-tortured spirit is finally free now. My name is ... Ayreon." [Arjen Lucassen] I've crossed the edge where time disappears My life has been taken by the charm of the seer My conscience is clear, I committed no sin My spirit roams free now, carried by the wind My mission has failed, the spell has been cast I wasn't the first one and I won't be the last This can't be the end, so let it begin My message will reach you, carried by the wind Out here on Mars I now realize Mankind has vanished, tears fill my eyes There must be a world I can live in My spirit will find it, carried by the wind |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
(Anneke van Giersbergen:)
No need… No need to feel the pain No need to feel betrayed No need to feel inane No need to feel afraid (Jørn Lande:) Wake me up before I die, hold me close As I gaze upon the sky, comatose No reason to survive, I suppose Wake us up before we die (Anneke van Giersbergen:) No need to feel desire (Jørn Lande:) But I need you with me (Anneke van Giersbergen:) No need to feel so small (Jørn Lande:) But I need to feel secure (Anneke van Giersbergen:) No need to feel the fire (Jørn Lande:) But I need to feel free (Anneke van Giersbergen:) No need to feel at all (Jørn Lande:) But I need to know for sure (Jørn Lande:) Wake me up before I die, hold me close As I gaze upon the sky, comatose No reason to survive, I suppose Wake us up before we die |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
Lost in a world created by man
I can't recall how it all began Tell me, who am I? Fictional stars in lost galaxies Synthetic dreams and false memories Is this all a lie? There is no escape (There is no way out of here) I'm locked in this universe (The real world will disappear) Where fantasy dies (You will see your dreams) Material lies (Materialize) Computer eyes (Computerize) Virtual reality, computer override Actual fantasy, locked away inside Am I no more than a program? An artificial dream? A river of electrons flowing with the stream? A parallel dimension, battle simulations Mind over matter, brain stimulation I don't know if I exist. I think therefore I am. Without emotions, I'm but a hologram. There's no escape! I'm locked in this universe Where fantasy dies Material lies Computer eyes There is no escape (There is no way out of here) I'm locked in this universe (The real world will disappear) Where fantasy dies (You will see your dreams) Material lies (Materialize) Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... ...Computerize... |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
(Ty Tabor:)
I hugged the wife and drove to work today It was only a few miles Was in a hurry but the lights were changing up ahead So I stepped on the gas I checked the Mac and left it on over night Downloading all the latest files Peer-to-peer, the torrent flows into my lap And I disconnect (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today (Ty Tabor:) I rushed back home to my family I got my son a brand new game No need to cook, I picked up fast food on the way And it's finger-licking good Have you seen little Steve today? Guess he's still up there in his room But if he comes down to me I'll be right here just staring at the tube Playing his game (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today (Ty Tabor:) Don't you think it's rather warm tonight Especially for the time of year I turn up the air Pull the sheets up to my chin And I close my eyes Can't relax, can't fall asleep Should I take another pill? I turn up the lights, light up a cigarette and smile I've got it made (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
(Ty Tabor:)
I hugged the wife and drove to work today It was only a few miles Was in a hurry but the lights were changing up ahead So I stepped on the gas I checked the Mac and left it on over night Downloading all the latest files Peer-to-peer, the torrent flows into my lap And I disconnect (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today (Ty Tabor:) I rushed back home to my family I got my son a brand new game No need to cook, I picked up fast food on the way And it's finger-licking good Have you seen little Steve today? Guess he's still up there in his room But if he comes down to me I'll be right here just staring at the tube Playing his game (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today (Ty Tabor:) Don't you think it's rather warm tonight Especially for the time of year I turn up the air Pull the sheets up to my chin And I close my eyes Can't relax, can't fall asleep Should I take another pill? I turn up the lights, light up a cigarette and smile I've got it made (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, no need to remind us (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know but won't connect the dots (Ty Tabor:) We all know (Arjen Lucassen:) We all know, locked away inside us (Ty Tabor And Arjen Lucassen:) We are dying for tomorrow, we are living for today |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
(A. I Soar On The Breeze)
INDIAN: Spirits flying, I soar on the breeze... Mortals dying, I soar on the breeze... Into the sun... Lovers crying, I soar on the breeze... Demons sighing, I soar on the breeze... Into the sun... I'm drawn towards the sun, And then we will be one. My soul will melt into the universe. I'm drawn towards the sun, And then we will be one. My soul will melt into the universe. FUTUREMAN: It's all a lie! ROMAN: You will just die! FUTUREMAN: So don't give in! ROMAN: For we can win! FUTUREMAN: It's all a lie! ROMAN: You will just die! FUTUREMAN: So don't give in! ROMAN: For we can win! FUTUREMAN: It's all a lie! ROMAN: You will just die... FUTUREMAN: So don't give in... (B. Death's Grunt) DEATH: I am the breeze The bringer of rest and ease! I am the wind The forgiver of those who sinned! I am the storm I blow the devil's horn! I am the fire The source of lust and desire! I am the sun The joining has begun! I am your fate The guardian at the gate! I am Death and I claim your final breath! INDIAN: (Hums) DEATH: I am the storm I blow the devil's horn! I am the fire The source of lust and desire! I am the sun The joining has begun! I am your fate The guardian at the gate! I am Death and I claim your final breath! INDIAN: (Screams) (C. The Passing Of An Eagle) Instrumental |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Fear)It's time to leave your sheltered cage
Face you deepest fears The world is against you You're fighting back the tears (Me)All the kids were watching me I felt very small I could hear the laughter As I stumbled down the hall (Rage)(human) Seeking to find deep, in the trauma as it leaves you behind (human) Bleeding it gone into the profit of the competition (human) Loving today, all of the feelings are they going away (human) Ending it now, I'd rather hear about the where and the how (Agony)The bigger boys they beat you up Out here you cannot hide No friends to help you No father at your side (Me)I swore that I'd get back at them But I was just a kid One day I'd show them I wouldn't rest until I did (Rage)(human) Seeking to find, deep in the trauma as it leaves you behind (human) Bleeding it gone into the profit of the competition (human) Loving today, all of the feelings are they going away (human) Ending it now, I'd rather hear about the where and the how (Pride)You've got to prove you are not like the rest (Reason)There's no need if you know you're the best (Pride)That's not enough, let the other kids know (Reason)What's the use, go with the flow (Pride)Be a man, give into hate (Reason)You better learn to communicate (Pride)Better to learn to protect yourself (Reason)That's not the way to get out of this hell (Pride)See that kid, wipe the smile off his face (Reason)He's just like you, feeling out of place (Pride)I don't care, let's show him who's boss (Reason)That's not the way to get your message across (Pride)Be a man, give into hate (Reason)You better learn to communicate (Pride)Better to learn to protect yourself (Reason)That's not the way to get out of this hell (Passion)Don't rack your brain, let it all go Savour the moment and feel your blood flow (Me)Then I got back at them Still acting like a kid Then I showed them But when I had, I could not quit... (Rage)(human) Seeking to find, deep in the trauma as it leaves you behind (human) Bleeding it gone into the profit of the competition (human) Loving today, all of the feelings are they going away (human) Ending it now, I'd rather hear about the where and the how |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Reason] Now you know the truth, what will you do?
[Me] I still can't believe it's true... [Passion] You better believe it, and make them pay! [Me] There has to be another way... [Pride] You cannot take this lying down! [Me] I cannot stand up, can you show me how? [Love] You must forgive them and open your heart [Me] It's all my fault, it tears me apart! [Agony] It would have been better if you would have just died! [Me] No, I've got to win this fight! [Fear] Can you face them after all you did? [Me] I gotta reveal the feelings I hid [Best Friend] See him fight, he's all on his own... [Me] I need your help, can't do it alone! [Wife] Listen to me, can you hear me shout? [Me] Let me out! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Me) Friday night, I had a few
There she was, out of the blue Thunderstruck, nailed to the floor I couldn't move, couldn't talk... anymore (Love) Of all these guys it's you she desires Secretly her heart is on fire Waiting for you to ask her to dance Go ahead, make your move... now's your chance (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Me) There I was, nervous and shy Struck with awe as I caught her eye I mustered up courage and walked her way Figuring out what to do... what to say (Love) Her heart sings as she sees you come near The music fades, the crowd disappears She weeps in silence as you pass her by And she's wondering why... oh why (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Agony) Remember your father, well you're just like him Nothing but violence and fury within Remember your mother, so lonely and sad This will be her fate if you treat her as bad (Fear) You're afraid she might turn you down All your hopes, dashed to the ground Nobody loved you, nobody will Why should you even try... but still... (Me) Friday night, I had a few (Wife) There was no need to talk (Me) There she was, out of the blue (Wife) We just started to walk (Me) Hand in hand, we took the floor (Wife) And we danced, and we danced, and we danced (Me) I could move, I could talk... even more... (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Agony) Remember your father, well you're just like him Nothing but violence and fury within Remember your mother, so lonely and sad This will be her fate if you treat her as bad |
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from Ayreon - Day Eleven: Love [single] (2004)
(Me) Friday night, I had a few
There she was, out of the blue Thunderstruck, nailed to the floor I couldn't move, couldn't talk... anymore (Love) Of all these guys it's you she desires Secretly her heart is on fire Waiting for you to ask her to dance Go ahead, make your move... now's your chance (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Me) There I was, nervous and shy Struck with awe as I caught her eye I mustered up courage and walked her way Figuring out what to do... what to say (Love) Her heart sings as she sees you come near The music fades, the crowd disappears She weeps in silence as you pass her by And she's wondering why... oh why (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Agony) Remember your father, well you're just like him Nothing but violence and fury within Remember your mother, so lonely and sad This will be her fate if you treat her as bad (Fear) You're afraid she might turn you down All your hopes, dashed to the ground Nobody loved you, nobody will Why should you even try... but still... (Me) Friday night, I had a few (Wife) There was no need to talk (Me) There she was, out of the blue (Wife) We just started to walk (Me) Hand in hand, we took the floor (Wife) And we danced, and we danced, and we danced (Me) I could move, I could talk... even more... (Passion) Do it right, do it right, we ain't got all night Do it now, do it now, I think you know how (Pride) Let it out, let it out, now don't mess about Let her in, let her in, let the party begin! (Agony) Remember your father, well you're just like him Nothing but violence and fury within Remember your mother, so lonely and sad This will be her fate if you treat her as bad |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Fear] This is what you dreamt about
Director of the firm Will it be you, or your best friend? He's always been the better man and He fits all their terms What will you do to gain your end... [Agony] You remember he once told you He tampered with the books When he lost out on the deal You're digging up the evidence ...no one looks You leave it there for all to see [Reason] This memory burns inside You can't forget, you cannot fight or erase it [Passion] Let it go, try to unwind [Reason] You'll have to tell and set it right You cannot run, you cannot hide, so face it! [Passion] Wake up, free your mind [Fear] You never talk, he'll never know What you have done But can you live with this betrayal? [Agony] They found him out and let him go I guess you've won But one day, the truth might be unveiled [Reason] This memory burns inside You can't forget, you cannot fight or erase it [Passion] Let it go, try to unwind [Reason] You'll have to tell and set it right You cannot run, you cannot hide, so face it! [Passion] Wake up, free your mind [Me] I have to talk and let him know What I have done I cannot live with this betrayal He's always been the better man I never won Now the truth must be unveiled |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Pride) I hear voices, they are talking about you
Can you hear them, do you know what they mean? Try to remember, what have you been through What do you know and what have you seen? I can read the thoughts they are conveying So intense, can you feel them too? I can't believe it's true what they're saying You're far too strong, it couldn't happen to you (Me) But what if there's truth in the words that they speak What do they signify? (Pride) You worry too much (Me) And what are the questions to answers I seek What will they clarify? (Pride) Yeah, you're losing your touch (Me) Help me out, this means nothing to me... (Reason) Who are these voices, where do they come from? Should we try to understand? Mere illusions, hallucinations? They might be vital, to our plan (Love) They sound familiar They must be here to help you All this confusion's tearing you apart You must be patient, time is the healer Open up and let them in your heart (Fear) Their guilty sighs I think you understand it all You were afraid to live, now you're afraid to die... You fool yourself You rose so high, you were bound to fall Longing for the truth, you lived a lie... (Reason) I am convinced now, they are essential They must be our way out of here (Love) Listen and learn, let your heart lead you And you will find the solution's near (Fear) Their guilty sighs I think you understand it all Long for the truth, you lived a lie... (Pride) If they are right, we'll fight for survival Look to the future, but learn from the past Confront the danger, face up to your rival Take a deep breath, we have to move fast (Me) I think there is truth in the words that they speak What do they signify? (Pride) You worry way too much (Me) I will find the answers to questions I seek What will they clarify? (Pride) You're losing your touch (Me) Help me out, this means nothing to me... |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Best Friend) No, I can't seem to figure out what happened
On the brightest hour of day, no car in sight No, I can't seem to accept these strange conditions No matter what they say, it doesn't feel right (Wife) Do you think he's seen it? (Best Friend) I don't think he did (Wife) Do you think he knows it? (Best Friend) I don't think he knows (Wife) Do you think he's been there? (Best Friend) I don't think he was (Wife) Do you think he'll die? (Best Friend) I don't think he will (Wife) No, could it have been a moment of distraction? A creature on the road, a plane in the air... (Best Friend) Do you think he's seen it? (Wife) I don't think he did (Best Friend) Do you think he knows it? (Wife) I don't think he knows (Best Friend) Do you think he's been there? (Wife) I don't think he was (Best Friend) Do you think he'll die? (Wife) I don't think he will (Wife and Best Friend) No, will we ever understand what happened Will the mystery be unveiled, or die with him? (Best Friend) Do you think he's seen it? (Wife) I don't think he did (Best Friend) Do you think he knows it? (Wife) I don't think he knows (Best Friend) Do you think he's been there? (Wife) I don't think he was (Best Friend) Do you think he'll die? (Wife) I don't think he will (Passion) Do you think you've seen it? (Me) I don't think I did (Pride) Do you think you know it? (Me) I don't think I know (Passion) Do you think you've been there? (Me) I don't think I was (Pride) Do you think you'll die? (Me) I don't know! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Me] I have always been creative, I don't understand
Aspired to be an artist, not a business man [Pride] You need to show your old man you're in control To be successful, you'd sell you own soul! [Me] I've always been respectable, I don't understand I tried to be compassionate, I'm not a ruthless man! [Pride] You need to show them you're superior, you lead the field No one opposes you, all man must yield! [Me] I've always been affectionate, don't understand I really love her, I'm not a heartless man! [Pride] You have no time for commitments, they get in the way Get down to business, there's no time to play! [Reason] You can still change, and right what is wrong [Pride] But can you swallow me, or am I too strong? [Reason] You have to get back now, it's not too late [Pride] It's not like you to resign to your fate [Reason] The loved ones are waiting, break out of your cage [Pride] You have the power, give in to your rage [Reason] Listen to Pride now, for once now he's right [Pride] Listen to Reason, let us be your guide |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Best Friend] My good friend, I hope you hear my voice
I must alleviate this ache I thought about this and found I have no choice I have to tell you this for conscience sake I felt alone, forsaken and afraid Out of work and out of love I needed someone to ease some of the pain She was there for me when times were rough [Wife] My sweet love, my heart belongs to you But I was lonely and the need for passion grew You were never here, and even when you were Most of my words would go unheard [Best Friend] I'd be there to comfort her [Wife] We'd shared our distress [Best Friend] But we were never in love [Wife] Can you forgive us? [Best Friend] My good friend, well maybe I am wrong I think you saw us on that day I want you to know, she loved you all along I hope that this will help you in some way [Wife] My sweet love, my heart belongs to you But I was lonely and the need for passion grew You were never here, and even when you were Most of my words would go unheard [Best Friend] I'd be there to comfort her [Wife] We'd shared our distress [Best Friend] But we were never in love [Wife] Can you forgive us? [Love] Don't be afraid, her heart belongs to you [Passion] Don't be afraid, don't keep her waiting [Love] It's time to rise, and tell them what you feel [Passion] You have to let them know [Love] Here the dream ends, this is real [Me] I'll be there to comfort her [Passion] I know you will be! [Me] I'll come back to life [Love] I know that you can! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Best Friend) Did he open up his eyes?
Did he try to touch my hand Or is my mind playing tricks on me... Do you think he hears us cry? Does he understand We are here by his side (Wife) Why are you so concerned? Do you really care Or do you feel responsible? Now the tide has turned Won't you try to clear the air? Let your conscience be your guide... |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Best Friend)Let me take you back
To the time when we were chasing all the girls Two maniacs Indulging in the pleasures of this world So much to see, so much to live for Questions to answer, places to go So much to be, so much to care for Deep down inside I think you know You are free...come back to me! Look ahead and see There are still so many borders we could cross Just you and me Making up for all the time that we have lost (Best Friend)So much to see (Me)He may be right (Best Friend)so much to live for (Me)I've got to fight (Best Friend)Questions to answer (Me) I will pull through (Best Friend)places to go (Me) take me with you (Best Friend) So much to be (Me)I will not break (Best Friend) so much to care for (Me) I must awake (Best Friend) Deep down inside I think you know (Me) I think I know (Best Friend) You are free (Me) I am free (Best Friend) Come back to me! (Best Friend) Aaaah, aaaah come back to me (Me) There's no way out, my whole world is black! (Best Friend) Aaaah, aaaah come back to me (Me) I try to shout, something's holding me back! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Reason] You're driving home, It's one PM
You cannot function, you're a broken man Your past is catching up with you Only her tenderness can help you through you see her smile, at another man [Wife] Did you see me smile at another man? It was only us, please understand... [Reason] You see him hold her, in his arms [Wife] Did you see him hold me in his arms? We needed warmth, we meant no harm... [Agony] Love left you, without me you're all alone! [Reason] Tears of sorrow fill your eyes Your cold and wretched life flashes by Is that your father standing there? You turn the wheel, you no longer care... You saw her smile at another man [Wife] Did you see me smile at another man? It was only us, please understand... [Reason] You saw him hold her, in his arms [Wife] Did you see him hold me in his arms? We needed warmth, we meant no harm... [Agony] Love left you, without me you're all alone! Love wrecked you! [Passion] You saw her smile at another man Now you finally understand He held her in his arms You've nothing left, it's gone to far... [Agony] Your memory begins to clear Now you see what brought you here You try to open up your eyes But the doubts will leave you paralyzed [Wife] I smiled at another man Please understand... He held me in his arms We meant no harm... [Agony] Love left you, without me you're all alone! Love wrecked you, I am the oldest friend you known! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Agony) You're alone in your bedroom
Hiding from the world, staring at the ceiling (Me) Mother said "he'll be home soon" But he never was, and I knew how she was feeling (Fear) You always let him down; "you'd never be like him" He'd always break you, never let you win No matter what you said, he'd always disagree You swore that one day you would be ... better than him... one day you'd win (Agony) You're hiding out in the cellar Aching and ashamed, covering up the bruises (Me) And then he would tell her How I tripped and hurt my head, how I'd always be a loser (Fear) You always let him down; "you'd never be like him" He'd always break you, never let you win No matter what you said, he'd always disagree You swore that one day you would be ... better than him... one day you'd win (Agony) You're all alone in your bedroom How could you learn to care, when nobody cares for you (Me) Mother said he'd be home soon But he never came, as for me... he didn't have to... |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Father] Look at you, lying there, defenceless and alone
See I am no fool, I always knew you wouldn't make it on your own Cos you're just like your mother, well, where is she now? You'll end up like her soon, 6 feet under ground, loser! I came here to watch you bleed, oh how I love to gloat If you had any balls at all, you'd grab me by the throat You don't even look like me, ha! Not even close! You're an aberration, some freak...I suppose, loser! I had my fun, I'm going back to the place I don't call home There's no one there who waits for me, but you won't hear me moan My ex-wives all sue me, and with half my kids in jail I'll still come out laughing, coz me? I never fail, loser! [Rage] NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! Killing it from afar, go tell it in a bar You're killing it from afar my father! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Best Friend) It's been 10 days
It shouldn't last this long The doctors' mystified Nothing's physically wrong... (Wife) But maybe inside his head He's struggling to survive Would it help if we talk to him? Bring him back to life... (Best Friend and Pride) Do you remember that time We were showing off our brand new flashy bikes (Wife and Love) You looked so fine Until you both fell over and then started to cry! (Best Friend and Pride) Do you recall that day Fearlessly we climbed the highest tower (Wife and Love) Then you became afraid Too scared to climb down you stayed up there for hours! (Best Friend and Pride) Do you remember that time? (Wife and Love) Do you recall that day? (Wife and Love) Do remember that time Alone at last, naked by the fire (Best Friend and Pride) Then all your friends came by They rushed in the room and you had no time to hide (Wife and Love) Do you recall that day You proposed to me, fell down to your knee (Best Friend and Pride) You didn't know what to say So she knelt down too for she thought you'd lost your keys! (Wife and Love) Do you remember that time? (Best Friend and Pride) Do you recall that day? (Passion) Can you see her light Shining through the black She's reaching out to you What's holding you back? (Reason) Can you feel her warmth Glowing on your skin Don't repress the memories Let them all in... |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Love] Faith has come to warn
That you far too long forsaken her heart Move to the truth Breathe the sunlight burning in her open arms Break the chains that Bind you to a past that feeds this bitter days Seize your only chance Follow the stars that beckon you through blackened skies [Wife] Can you feel me touch your aching heart I can sense how much you're missing me... Give me a sign, show me you're there I am sure you'll find a way back to me [Me] I can't believe I turned so vile How could I've ignored her smile? She was always there to ease my pain I am so ashamed I wonder why she stayed with me How she endured my vanity I wish I could go back and mend my ways Is it too late? [Wife] Can you see, I swear it's true, a teardrop trickling down his cheek? [Best Friend] Yes, indeed, I see it too, could it be he's hurting inside? [Wife] Don't you think we should be glad he feels anything at all? [Best Friend] It could well be he cries because of us [Wife] Does it matter why he cries? [Best Friend] What's going on in his mind? [Wife] Has he given us a sign? [Wife] Can you see, I swear it's true, him clenching his right hand into a fist? [Best Friend] Yes, indeed, I see it too, could it be that he's raging inside? [Wife] Don't you think we should be glad he has any thoughts at all? [Best Friend] It could well be he angry because of us [Wife] Does it matter if he is? [Best Friend] What's going on in his mind? [Wife] Has he given us a sign? |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
(Agony) I am pain
I am real. I'm not a dream I'm the chain around your neck as you scream Surrender now You can't beat death at his ruthless game Make your bow Hang your head in shame (Me) I can't believe there is no way out... (Agony) You'll find you are wrong (Me) You fill me with doubt... (Agony) You were never that strong (Agony) I am pain I am the wound that never heals It's all in vain No compromise, no deals... (Me) I can't believe this is the end (Agony) It's written in stone (Me) Where are my friends? (Agony) You have always been alone! (Rage) (Pain!) We lead We hide as the pain leaves the rage inside (Motion personified alpha) Being here, welcomed by... a sane mind A travelled lie (Agony) I am pain I am the end, I am your wraith Nothing remains I'm the loss of hope and faith (Me) I can't believe there is no way out... (Agony) You'll find you are wrong (Me) You fill me with doubt... (Agony) You were never that strong (Rage) We lead, we hide as the pain leaves the rage inside (Motion personified alpha) Being here, welcomed by... a sane mind A travelled lie All the time, I had waited with rage All the time, I was promised my salvation (Love) I can't accept this, we will find a way Out of this cesspool of doom and dismay Beyond this dejection there's beauty and grace A glorious future we long to embrace (Rage) (Pain!) All the time, I had waited with rage (Motion personified alpha) All the time, I was promised my salvation |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Reason] Think hard, you are lying here in a hospital bed
Disregard the emotions inside your head Concentrate on the real world beyond your mind It's not to late to leave your burdens behind [Fear] We won't let you go Take you down below Dark crypts of your soul Locked inside your head... You're better off dead [Agony] Locked away, she lives in isolation It's been that way, since he has gone She been through life of depravation She depends on you, her only son [Passion] She won't let you go Keep you down below Dark crypts of your soul Locked inside your head You're better off dead [Agony] Where are you, can't you hear her calling? Nothing you can do, you have no time There is no one there, to catch her now she's falling Why should you care, you are doing fine [Passion] She won't let you go Keep you down below Dark crypts of your soul Locked inside your head You're better off dead [Reason] Now she's at rest, she finally found her peace There's no need to blame yourself You must let go, or the pain will never cease It's time to crawl out of your shell Your mother died, the day your father left A part of you died as well Feelings of guilt will haunt you 'til the end You must fight hard to break this spell But it hurts... [Fear] You hear her voice, from beyond her grave "Where were you son, when I needed you Is this your thanks for all the warmth I gave Did you forget what I been through?" You hear his voice, cold and merciless "You worthless fool, you let her die!" And deep within yourself, you must confess Your ways cannot be justified [Pride] By now you realized, you have to be relentless to survive Repress your memories, bury all emotions and thrive! It's your life! [Reason] Now she's at rest, she found her peace [Fear] You hear her voice, from the grave [Reason] You must let go or the pain won't cease [Fear] Is this your thanks for all I gave" [Reason] A part of you died as well [Fear] You worthless fool, you let her die" [Reason] It's time to crawl out of your shell [Fear] Your ways cannot be justified [Pride] By now you realized, you have to be relentless to survive Repress your memories, bury all emotions and thrive! It's your life! |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
[Best Friend] See his mouth, he tries to speak
He cannot move, his voice is weak... [Me] My dear friend can you hear me now? I'll try to tell you how I feel [Best Friend] I feel the pain inside of you Tell me please, what can I do? [Me] Listen well to what I have to say I have to tell you...of my betrayal [Me] I reveal the facts, it was clear It spelled the end of your career [Best Friend] Yes, I always felt that it was you I repressed the thought although I knew the truth [Me] The truth is out, I feel relieved You hate me now, you've been deceived? [Best Friend] Oh no, in a way we are even now Come back to us...somehow [Wife and Love] Cross that bridge to the other side Follow your heart, you can't go wrong Come with me, I will be your guide And lead you back where you belong [Agony] Welcome to reality, be ready for the pain Welcome to reality, will it be in vain Welcome to reality, Nothing much has changed since you were gone [Passion] Rise up and show the world you can be a better man Rise up and show the world you care, yes you can Rise up and show the world you're taking your chance Rise up and show the world! [Agony] Welcome back! [Reason] Welcome to reality, wake up and rejoice Welcome to reality, you've made the right choice Welcome to reality, and let them hear your voice, shout it out! [Pride] Rise up and show the world your battle is won Rise up and show the world the old you is gone Rise up and show the world your new life has begun Rise up and show the world! [Reason and Agony] Welcome back! [Fear] Here inside the question burns Are you sure of your return? [Me] I am sure I deserve this chance Now I understand it all [Fear] It all seems so unreal to you Can you decide what to do? [Me] Yes I can, oh I will survive Look at me...I'm alive [Wife and Love] Cross that bridge to the other side Follow your heart, you can't go wrong Come with me, I will be your guide And lead you back where you belong [Best Friend] There is so much to see, there is so much to live for [Wife] Come with me, my love [Reason] You feel her warmth, glowing on your skin [Love] You're never alone, I knew we could make it [Fear] Aaaaaaaaarrrrgh! [Passion] Can't you feel that fire, can't you feel it burn? [Agony] Be ready for the pain, ready for the pain! [Pride] Well rise up, your battle has been won, your new life has begun [Me] I'm alive, I won't look back, aaaaah! The Human Equation program aborted. Have a nice day. Dream Sequencer system offline. Emotions I remember... |
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from Ayreon - The Human Equation (2004)
Me:
I can't move, I can't feel my body I don't remember anything What place is this…how did I get here? I don't understand, what's happening… Am I alone? Fear: You've been deserted, everyone has left you You know it's always been that way Those frantic years, the people you've neglected Now the time has come to pay You're alone No one here is dancing to your tune Me: Is this a dream or is it real? Reason: Sometimes the dream becomes reality Me: But I don't know what to feel Reason: Then I will guide you through this haze Me: But who are you, why are you here? Reason: I am you and you are all of us Me: I can't think, my mind ain't clear Reason: Then I will free you from this maze Passion: Can't you feel it burn Deep down inside? Won't you ever learn Don't try to hide Can't you feel that fire Scorching your soul? A wounded man's desire Out of control Pride: I can't believe you're giving up That's not your way I can't believe you'd pass the chance to make them pay You've always had complete control Never thinking twice You always called the shots, a heart as cold as ice Me: You're all delusions of my mind Reason: And so we are, we're all a part of you Me: Am I a part of some design? Reason: The one design is in your head Me: How can it be, you look so real… Reason: We are as real as you imagine us Me: I can touch you, I can feel… Reason: Then take my hand and follow me (Chorus 1 -- Passion) (Chorus 2 -- Pride) Love: Close your eyes, listen to your heart beat Surrender to its soothing pulse Silence the cries, gentle and carefree Good or bad, true or false… You're not alone You'll find me here whenever they oppose you I am the strongest of them all No need to fear these feelings that enclose you I'm here to catch you when you fall You're not alone I am here, dancing to your tune (Chorus 1 -- Passion) (Chorus 2 -- Pride + ad libs) |
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from Ayreon - Day Eleven: Love [single] (2004)
Me:
I can't move, I can't feel my body I don't remember anything What place is this…how did I get here? I don't understand, what's happening… Am I alone? Fear: You've been deserted, everyone has left you You know it's always been that way Those frantic years, the people you've neglected Now the time has come to pay You're alone No one here is dancing to your tune Me: Is this a dream or is it real? Reason: Sometimes the dream becomes reality Me: But I don't know what to feel Reason: Then I will guide you through this haze Me: But who are you, why are you here? Reason: I am you and you are all of us Me: I can't think, my mind ain't clear Reason: Then I will free you from this maze Passion: Can't you feel it burn Deep down inside? Won't you ever learn Don't try to hide Can't you feel that fire Scorching your soul? A wounded man's desire Out of control Pride: I can't believe you're giving up That's not your way I can't believe you'd pass the chance to make them pay You've always had complete control Never thinking twice You always called the shots, a heart as cold as ice Me: You're all delusions of my mind Reason: And so we are, we're all a part of you Me: Am I a part of some design? Reason: The one design is in your head Me: How can it be, you look so real… Reason: We are as real as you imagine us Me: I can touch you, I can feel… Reason: Then take my hand and follow me (Chorus 1 -- Passion) (Chorus 2 -- Pride) Love: Close your eyes, listen to your heart beat Surrender to its soothing pulse Silence the cries, gentle and carefree Good or bad, true or false… You're not alone You'll find me here whenever they oppose you I am the strongest of them all No need to fear these feelings that enclose you I'm here to catch you when you fall You're not alone I am here, dancing to your tune (Chorus 1 -- Passion) (Chorus 2 -- Pride + ad libs) |
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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
It is the 16th century. I am Queen Elizabeth sending out the brave Sir Francis Drake to defend the English realm against the invading armada.
Times are dark now, our empire's gone astray. Forces from down south, armada on the way. So we call our greatest men to run the barricade! Shine your light where shadows fall and wash the night away! Sail on for your queen! Sail into history! You will never be the same... Sail on for country, Into our memory! Time will remember your name - Dragon on the sea! Fires burn now, in once our tranquil bays. Tall ships that rain down thunderbolts and flames. Go and raise your pirate flag, cast the lines away! Take your fleet where darkness falls and turn the night to day! Sail on for your queen! Sail into history! Time will remember your name - Dragon on the sea! The sun never sets on the Empire One. But wise men say never say never say never (say never). It slips through our hands just like sand in sun. We thought it would go on forever forever forever (forever). Sail on for your queen! Sail into history! You will never be the same... Sail on for country, Into our memory! Time will remember your name - Dragon on the sea! Dragon ships they keep on sailing, on to Nova Albion. While the waking world is sleeping, dragon ships are sailing on. Dragon ships they keep on sailing, on to Nova Albion. While the waking world is sleeping, dragon ships are sailing on. Dragon ships they keep on sailing, on to Nova Albion. While the waking world is sleeping, dragon ships are sailing on. Dragon ships they keep on sailing, (on to Nova Albion...) |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON:
I cannot see with these eyes My world is dark Like a cold eternal night I could not tell you no lies My words are lost In a shroud of mystery VILLAGERS: Tell me what you see AYREON: I cannot tell you now I see the world through the eyes of time VILLAGERS: Tell me what you feel AYREON: I wouldn't know how I cannot free my mind >From the eyes of time I do not know where I am I'm lost in time Drifting in eternity I cannot tell if it's real Or fantasy Or a view of things to come I'm still trying to understand Why do I see the things I see Could it be a future world That's warning us through me I'm still trying to understand Why do I know the things I know Does it mean I'm a god Will nobody tell me so? B. BRAINWAVES |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON:
I cannot see with these eyes My world is dark Like a cold eternal night I could not tell you no lies My words are lost In a shroud of mystery VILLAGERS: Tell me what you see AYREON: I cannot tell you now I see the world through the eyes of time VILLAGERS: Tell me what you feel AYREON: I wouldn't know how I cannot free my mind >From the eyes of time I do not know where I am I'm lost in time Drifting in eternity I cannot tell if it's real Or fantasy Or a view of things to come I'm still trying to understand Why do I see the things I see Could it be a future world That's warning us through me I'm still trying to understand Why do I know the things I know Does it mean I'm a god Will nobody tell me so? B. BRAINWAVES |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
AYREON:
I cannot see with these eyes My world is dark Like a cold eternal night I could not tell you no lies My words are lost In a shroud of mystery VILLAGERS: Tell me what you see AYREON: I cannot tell you now I see the world through the eyes of time VILLAGERS: Tell me what you feel AYREON: I wouldn't know how I cannot free my mind >From the eyes of time I do not know where I am I'm lost in time Drifting in eternity I cannot tell if it's real Or fantasy Or a view of things to come I'm still trying to understand Why do I see the things I see Could it be a future world That's warning us through me I'm still trying to understand Why do I know the things I know Does it mean I'm a god Will nobody tell me so? B. BRAINWAVES |
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from Ayreon - Sail Away To Avalon [single] (1995)
AYREON:
I cannot see with these eyes My world is dark Like a cold eternal night I could not tell you no lies My words are lost In a shroud of mystery VILLAGERS: Tell me what you see AYREON: I cannot tell you now I see the world through the eyes of time VILLAGERS: Tell me what you feel AYREON: I wouldn't know how I cannot free my mind >From the eyes of time I do not know where I am I'm lost in time Drifting in eternity I cannot tell if it's real Or fantasy Or a view of things to come I'm still trying to understand Why do I see the things I see Could it be a future world That's warning us through me I'm still trying to understand Why do I know the things I know Does it mean I'm a god Will nobody tell me so? B. BRAINWAVES |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
EDWARD REEKERS:
A black shadow is crawling, like a deadly spider. We're all waiting in silence for the lonely rider. ROBERT SOETERBOEK: For he will lead the way... For he will save the town... We have to leave today... Before the moon is down... EDWARD REEKERS: I'm haunted by dreams of a holy mission! I follow the signs of my magic vision! ROBERT SOETERBOEK: We have to dig a hole (We have to dig a hole) And he will be our eyes (And he will be our eyes) We have to reach our goal (We have to reach our goal) Before the sun will rise! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: No one will catch me when I fall... OKKIE HUYSDENS: Follow the trail of fire... EDWARD REEKERS: No one will hear me when I call! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: A distant place, a future time... OKKIE HUYSDENS: We'll climb the tallest spire... EDWARD REEKERS: I will raise the cross, and the bells will chime! EDWARD REEKERS: We'll pass over the river to the silver tower! Run, before the clock strikes the final hour! ROBERT SOETERBOEK: He saw it in a dream (He saw it in a dream) He knew he had to die (He knew he had to die) We never heard him scream (We never heard him scream) We never heard him cry OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: Make them believe the dream is true... OKKIE HUYSDENS: Follow the trail of fire... EDWARD REEKERS: The moon came down, my time is through! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: This is the way it was meant to be... OKKIE HUYSDENS: We'll climb the tallest spire... EDWARD REEKERS: The shadow is gone, the town is free! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: The moon! The moon came down! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Follow the trail of fire... EDWARD REEKERS: It was meant to be! OKKIE HUYSDENS: Journey to the farside of the world! EDWARD REEKERS: Journey's free! OKKIE HUYSDENS: We'll climb the tallest spire... |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
I am of the stars. I am called "forever". Eternity courses through my veins. It is cold beyond
your sun where we come from. We seed the universe with the milk of a million moons. You are that seed. Your earth is our experiment. We vanquished the dinosaurs with the careless trajectory of a child's lost meteorite. We peopled your planet to experience your emotions - such feelings lost to us aeons ago. How we envied you your loves and passions, your dangerous desires. The fires of your emotions gleamed like lost beacons in the darkened depths of the fathomless universe. And eight of you, plucked from Time. Not randomly, you understand. Representatives of your world's turbulent history. We have observed your tribulations from nameless nebulae. The experiment is over. I am weary now. So tired. I too am far from home. Open the gate - complete the circle. You won't remember - you won't recall - for I am only the air that you breathe, after all... |
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from Ayreon - Actual Fantasy : Revisited (1996)
EDWARD REEKERS:
In a dusty room on a stormy night, Away from all the crowds, I rise above the clouds. Into a world once so bright, Where now the shadows fall, And a thousand voices call: ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Dream on, forevermore, Our future's in your hands, Close your eyes, Close your eyes, And fantasize. EDWARD REEKERS: Only one boy whose heart is pure, Can save them from the curse, That's upon this universe. He's on a quest for the secret cure, Across the burning sand, To the edge of the fairy-land. ROBERT SOETERBOEK: Dream on, forevermore, Our future's in your hands, Close your eyes, Close your eyes, And fantasize. EDWARD REEKERS: This world was built on human dreams, On hopes instead of fears, Now it slowly disappears. Scream as loud as you can scream, For the empress needs a name, Or nothing will remain. OKKIE HUYSDENS: Dream on, forevermore, Our future's in your hands, Close your eyes, Close your eyes, And fantasize. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, and live forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, and live forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, and live forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, and live forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, forevermore. Dream on, and live forevermore. Dream on. Dream on. Dream on, and live... (Dramatic chanting, then baby cooing) |
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from Ayreon - Loser [single] (1980)
Dear darlin' surprised to hear from me?
Bet you're sittin' drinkin' coffee, yawnin' sleepily Just to let you know I'm gonna be home soon I'm kinda awkward and afraid Time has changed your point of view How you gonna see me now Please don't see me ugly babe 'Cause I know I let you down In oh so many ways How you gonna see me now Since we've been on our own Are you gonna love the man When the man gets home Listen darlin' now I'm heading for the west Straightened out my head but my old heart is still a mess Yes I'm worried honey Guess that's natural though It's like I'm waiting for a welcome sign Like a hobo in the snow How you gonna see me now Please don't see me ugly babe 'Cause I know I let you down In oh so many ways How you gonna see me now Since we've been on our own Are you gonna love the man When the man gets home And just like the first time We're just strangers again I might have grown out of style In the place I've been And just like the first time I'll be shakin' inside When I walk in the door There'll be no place to hide How you gonna see me now please dont see me ugly, babe 'cause i feel like i let you down in oh so many ways How you gonna see me now Please don't see me ugly babe 'Cause I know I let you down In oh so many ways How you gonna see me now Since we've been on our own Are you gonna love the man When the man gets home |
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from Ayreon - Loser [single] (1980)
(a) The Eye of Universe
A dark sphere surrounds us Surreal...oblivious... In the centre of the galaxy A hidden force has found us Powerful...mysterious... At the boundary of eternity Nothing escapes, not even light Beyond the mystical horizon We surrender to its might Gazing into the eye of the universe A deep roar is sounding Deafening...thunderous... As if the universe were crying My heart is pounding Frantic...delirious... My every nerve is dying (b) Halo of Darkness I hear screams of fallen souls, sad cries of agony Within the void of this evil hole, deep inside the black Could it be my imagination, the mirror of my fantasy? A fear-induced hallucination Or is there no way back from the halo of darkness? Spirits - apparitions - misery - suffering Horrid dreams and dire visions rising up from the black Look away in disbelief, this cannot be happening The end has come, I bow in grief There is no way back from the halo of darkness (c) The Final Door Now silence devours us Massive...suffocating... The calm before the storm Gravity overpowers us Invincible...dominating... And leads us through the final door Feed me light, I'm the halo of darkness Feel my might, I'm the eye of the universe |
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from Ayreon - Flight Of The Migrator (2000)
(a) The Eye of Universe
A dark sphere surrounds us Surreal...oblivious... In the centre of the galaxy A hidden force has found us Powerful...mysterious... At the boundary of eternity Nothing escapes, not even light Beyond the mystical horizon We surrender to its might Gazing into the eye of the universe A deep roar is sounding Deafening...thunderous... As if the universe were crying My heart is pounding Frantic...delirious... My every nerve is dying (b) Halo of Darkness I hear screams of fallen souls, sad cries of agony Within the void of this evil hole, deep inside the black Could it be my imagination, the mirror of my fantasy? A fear-induced hallucination Or is there no way back from the halo of darkness? Spirits - apparitions - misery - suffering Horrid dreams and dire visions rising up from the black Look away in disbelief, this cannot be happening The end has come, I bow in grief There is no way back from the halo of darkness (c) The Final Door Now silence devours us Massive...suffocating... The calm before the storm Gravity overpowers us Invincible...dominating... And leads us through the final door Feed me light, I'm the halo of darkness Feel my might, I'm the eye of the universe |
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from Ayreon - Into The Electric Castle (1998)
(A. Let The Journey Begin)
HIGHLANDER: What heathen place is this that I've arrived in? Is now the time I pay for all my sins? I can't believe that this is God's creation This realm was fashioned by the Devil's one hand INDIAN: No, it has been foretold in our legends of old Wake the spirit within, let the journey begin! HIGHLANDER: This quest you speak of, is for redemption How can we travel when our souls are lost? You think we find ourselves at gates of new salvation When I can only sense the end is here! INDIAN: No, it has been foretold in our legends of old Wake the spirit within, let the journey begin! KNIGHT: We're at the gates of Avalon! The island of spirits We're at the gates of Avalon! In search of the grail! (B. The Hall Of Isis And Osiris) ROMAN: There's no way out, slaves for eternity! Down in the underworld, the jaws of Orcus I call on Jupiter, ruler of the gods Show us the way, from damnation to salvation! EGYPTIAN: The fields of Yaaru lie waiting for us all! Rejoice! The judges have ruled! We have been chosen to enter the great hall Of Isis and Osiris! ROMAN: No, you're wrong! We're trapped here in darkness Among departed souls, and mislaid spirits I call on Mars, the ancient god of war Grant me the power, to free me from this evil! EGYPTIAN: The fields of Yaaru lie waiting for us all! Rejoice! We have been chosen to enter the great hall Of Isis and Osiris! (C. Strange Constellations) HIGHLANDER: Can you see the stars? Can you recognize the constellations? If I could only see the hills that we're supposed to climb... Even the sunlight doesn't warm, doesn't warm... How are we gonna find our way? If we can't recognize the stars, and we can't recognize the constellations... Where do we go? (D. Reprise) HIGHLANDER: The quest you speak of, it isn't bound for glory. No grail exists within this heathen land. You think we find ourselves at gates of new salvation When I can only sense the end is near... |
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from Ayreon - Flight Of The Migrator (2000)
Fly me across the sky
Fly me to the edges of space Show me the wondrous sensations And mysteries of aeons gone by Guide me through a maze of stars Guide me to the birth of my race Give me the answers to questions Reveal to me secrets of life Journey on the waves of time Lead me through the centuries Lead me to places unknown Sail me away on the x-rays Of quasars that died long ago Carry me through the universe Carry me back to my home In search of the gateway That leads us into the black hole Journey on the waves of time Our quest for life has now begun The die is cast Our voyage leads us to the sun Out of the past, past! Lead me through the centuries Lead me to places unknown Sail me away on the x-rays Of quasars that died long ago Carry me through the universe Carry me back to my home In search of the gateway That leads us into the black hole Journey on the waves of time Our quest for life has now begun The die is cast Our voyage leads us to the sun Out of the past, past! |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
(Jonas Renkse:)
Once a world, endless and free Horizons unbroken Now a world of bounded frontiers The elders have spoken… Our home (Daniel Gildenlow:) Once a world, eternal and blue Floating, escaping Now a world that's blinding my view Shadows shaping… Alone (Magali Luyten:) Liquid eternity crosses through our veins Liquid eternity nourishes our brains Liquid eternity, a world that does not live Liquid eternity, a life that does not yield (Bob Catley:) Once a world of fear and dismay Of fleeing and hiding Now a world that's peaceful and safe So caring and providing our home… (Magali Luyten:) Liquid eternity crosses through our veins Liquid eternity nourishes our brains Liquid eternity, a world that does not live Liquid eternity, a life that does not yield (Tom Englund:) Would you prefer the pain and suffering we had? Would you prefer to be in peril, even dead? Would you prefer to live the life we've learned to dread? Would you prefer to live a mortal life instead? (Jonas Renkse:) Our home (Jørn Lande:) I'm losing my reason to live. The essence of life (Floor Jansen:) But the system's got so much to give or would you rather die? (Jørn Lande:) I'm losing my pride and my joy, my will to believe (Floor Jansen:) Why would you come back and destroy all we have achieved? (Magali Luyten:) Liquid eternity crosses through our veins Liquid eternity nourishes our brains Liquid eternity, a world that does not live Liquid eternity, a life that does not yield (Tom Englund:) Would you prefer the pain and suffering we had? Would you prefer to be in peril, even dead? Would you prefer to live the life we've loved to play? Would you prefer to live a mortal life instead? (Magali Luyten:) Liquid eternity crosses through our veins Liquid eternity nourishes our brains (Tom Englund:) Would you prefer the pain and suffering we had? Would you prefer to be in peril, even dead? Would you prefer to live the life we've learned to dread? Would you prefer to live a mortal life instead? (Jonas Renkse:) Our home |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
All the trees have fallen, The soil is scorched and dry. I can't respire, A storm of fire, Is raging in the sky. Where is all the wildlife? Extinct from pole to pole. The hunt for skin, A deadly sin, Took its heavy toll. The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves. We befoul the air, And burn a hole in the sky. Deadly rays, From outer space, Cause our race to die. Standing at the crossroads, A choice of life and death. We'll take more care, And clear the air, Or take our final breath. The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves. -------------- The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves... |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
All the trees have fallen, The soil is scorched and dry. I can't respire, A storm of fire, Is raging in the sky. Where is all the wildlife? Extinct from pole to pole. The hunt for skin, A deadly sin, Took its heavy toll. The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves. We befoul the air, And burn a hole in the sky. Deadly rays, From outer space, Cause our race to die. Standing at the crossroads, A choice of life and death. We'll take more care, And clear the air, Or take our final breath. The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves. -------------- The seas are red, the skies are grim. The soil is filled with graves. The earth is dead, the sun is dim. Listen to the waves... |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I sense a fear, Deep inside. The end is near, I cannot hide. Blood is spilt, My quest is unfulfilled. There's still so much, I long to see. I need to touch, I wish to be. I can't believe, This is all I can achieve... Hark me now and let me go. To far-away lands and distant shores, An angel at my side. No evil plans or future wars. Take me high on a magic ride. Did you ever care, How I would feel, As you dreamt up, This one-way deal? Lords of time, Don't you understand? My life's been rough, I was born to lose. I've had enough, Of them future-blues. Grant my wish, My wish is your command... Hark me now and let me go. To far-away lands and distant shores. An angel at my side, No evil plans or future wars. Take me high on a magic ride. |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I sense a fear, Deep inside. The end is near, I cannot hide. Blood is spilt, My quest is unfulfilled. There's still so much, I long to see. I need to touch, I wish to be. I can't believe, This is all I can achieve... Hark me now and let me go. To far-away lands and distant shores, An angel at my side. No evil plans or future wars. Take me high on a magic ride. Did you ever care, How I would feel, As you dreamt up, This one-way deal? Lords of time, Don't you understand? My life's been rough, I was born to lose. I've had enough, Of them future-blues. Grant my wish, My wish is your command... Hark me now and let me go. To far-away lands and distant shores. An angel at my side, No evil plans or future wars. Take me high on a magic ride. |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
WOMEN: Ayreon!
MERLIN (LEON GOEWIE): Don't you know who I am? WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I'll have you know that I can, Charm you with a wave of my hand! You bow to my command! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're an evil stranger! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You've become a danger! Your words are all but a lie! I vow that ye shall die! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're in my domain now! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I renounce your name now! No one will know who you are! You'll fade out like a star! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
WOMEN: Ayreon!
MERLIN (LEON GOEWIE): Don't you know who I am? WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I'll have you know that I can, Charm you with a wave of my hand! You bow to my command! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're an evil stranger! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You've become a danger! Your words are all but a lie! I vow that ye shall die! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're in my domain now! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I renounce your name now! No one will know who you are! You'll fade out like a star! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
WOMEN: Ayreon!
MERLIN (LEON GOEWIE): Don't you know who I am? WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I'll have you know that I can, Charm you with a wave of my hand! You bow to my command! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're an evil stranger! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You've become a danger! Your words are all but a lie! I vow that ye shall die! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: You're in my domain now! WOMEN: Ayreon! MERLIN: I renounce your name now! No one will know who you are! You'll fade out like a star! KNIGHTS: It's Merlin's will, his will be done! The end has come for Ayreon! It's Merlin's will, and his will be done! |
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from Ayreon - Temple Of The Cat * [single] (2000)
It is the end of the 21st Century. I have returned to my own childhood. I remember it all as the Dream Sequencer images mix with my own recollections. This is the day my sister and I realised that we would never see the planet Earth.
Daddy where are you now Forgot about your vow You promised you'd return and take me to Earth Did you have to fight that war What was it all for? The honor of one's name, what is it worth? MAN: I'm all alone WOMAN: We're all alone MAN: My future's unknown WOMAN: Our future's unknown MAN: I reach out to the stars BOTH: Out here in my house on Mars Mother did you hear me cry? You never told me why You put me in this world of rock and dust No friends for playing games No foes who scorn my name Computerized machines of steel and rust MAN: This is my home WOMAN: This is our home MAN: This desolate dome WOMAN: This desolate dome MAN: I call out to the stars BOTH: I'm alone in my house on Mars I'll never smell the ocean breeze I'll never climb the highest trees I'll never feel the burning sun I'll never meet my chosen one In my house. Daddy, I forgive you now You could not keep your vow You will never return, I'll never see Earth MAN: My time has come WOMAN: Our time has come MAN: I'm emotionally numb WOMAN: Emotionally numb MAN: I'm headed for the stars BOTH: I'm leaving my house on Mars. No friends in my house on Mars. No foes in my house on Mars. I was born in my house on Mars. I will die in my house on Mars. |
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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
It is the end of the 21st Century. I have returned to my own childhood. I remember it all as the Dream Sequencer images mix with my own recollections. This is the day my sister and I realised that we would never see the planet Earth.
Daddy where are you now Forgot about your vow You promised you'd return and take me to Earth Did you have to fight that war What was it all for? The honor of one's name, what is it worth? MAN: I'm all alone WOMAN: We're all alone MAN: My future's unknown WOMAN: Our future's unknown MAN: I reach out to the stars BOTH: Out here in my house on Mars Mother did you hear me cry? You never told me why You put me in this world of rock and dust No friends for playing games No foes who scorn my name Computerized machines of steel and rust MAN: This is my home WOMAN: This is our home MAN: This desolate dome WOMAN: This desolate dome MAN: I call out to the stars BOTH: I'm alone in my house on Mars I'll never smell the ocean breeze I'll never climb the highest trees I'll never feel the burning sun I'll never meet my chosen one In my house. Daddy, I forgive you now You could not keep your vow You will never return, I'll never see Earth MAN: My time has come WOMAN: Our time has come MAN: I'm emotionally numb WOMAN: Emotionally numb MAN: I'm headed for the stars BOTH: I'm leaving my house on Mars. No friends in my house on Mars. No foes in my house on Mars. I was born in my house on Mars. I will die in my house on Mars. |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I can smell the grass, and touch the flowers. Among the trees, I pass the hours and fantasize. I let the dance of nature inspire me. Now my mind is free from apparitions. I switch off like a 'television', and close my eyes. And I wish that I could see like everybody can... How I wish that I could be like any other man... I can't see the sun, but I sense its glow. I hear the sound of water flowing down the stream. And my heart cries out for a little bit o' love. But I know that it was not meant to be. So I fulfill my destiny and accept my fate. Still I wish that I could see like everybody can... (Like everybody can...) How I wish that I could be like any other man... |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I can smell the grass, and touch the flowers. Among the trees, I pass the hours and fantasize. I let the dance of nature inspire me. Now my mind is free from apparitions. I switch off like a 'television', and close my eyes. And I wish that I could see like everybody can... How I wish that I could be like any other man... I can't see the sun, but I sense its glow. I hear the sound of water flowing down the stream. And my heart cries out for a little bit o' love. But I know that it was not meant to be. So I fulfill my destiny and accept my fate. Still I wish that I could see like everybody can... (Like everybody can...) How I wish that I could be like any other man... |
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from Ayreon - Sail Away To Avalon [single] (1995)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I can smell the grass, and touch the flowers. Among the trees, I pass the hours and fantasize. I let the dance of nature inspire me. Now my mind is free from apparitions. I switch off like a 'television', and close my eyes. And I wish that I could see like everybody can... How I wish that I could be like any other man... I can't see the sun, but I sense its glow. I hear the sound of water flowing down the stream. And my heart cries out for a little bit o' love. But I know that it was not meant to be. So I fulfill my destiny and accept my fate. Still I wish that I could see like everybody can... (Like everybody can...) How I wish that I could be like any other man... |
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from Ayreon - Temple Of The Cat [single] (2000)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I can smell the grass, and touch the flowers. Among the trees, I pass the hours and fantasize. I let the dance of nature inspire me. Now my mind is free from apparitions. I switch off like a 'television', and close my eyes. And I wish that I could see like everybody can... How I wish that I could be like any other man... I can't see the sun, but I sense its glow. I hear the sound of water flowing down the stream. And my heart cries out for a little bit o' love. But I know that it was not meant to be. So I fulfill my destiny and accept my fate. Still I wish that I could see like everybody can... (Like everybody can...) How I wish that I could be like any other man... |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
AYREON (ARJEN LUCASSEN):
I can smell the grass, and touch the flowers. Among the trees, I pass the hours and fantasize. I let the dance of nature inspire me. Now my mind is free from apparitions. I switch off like a 'television', and close my eyes. And I wish that I could see like everybody can... How I wish that I could be like any other man... I can't see the sun, but I sense its glow. I hear the sound of water flowing down the stream. And my heart cries out for a little bit o' love. But I know that it was not meant to be. So I fulfill my destiny and accept my fate. Still I wish that I could see like everybody can... (Like everybody can...) How I wish that I could be like any other man... |
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from Ayreon - Day Eleven: Love [single] (2004)
Close the door, put out the light.
No, they won't be home tonight. The snow falls hard and don't you know? The winds of thor are blowing cold. They're wearing steel that's bright and true They carry news that must get through, oooh They choose the path where no-one goes. They hold no quarter. They hold no quarter. Walking side by side with death The devil mocks their every step The snow drives back the foot that's slow The dogs of doom are howling more They carry news that must get through To build a dream for me and you They choose the path where no-one goes. They hold no quarter. They ask no quarter. The pain, the pain without quarter. They ask no quarter. Yeah! without quarter, quarter, yeah! The dogs of doom are howling more! I hear the dogs of doom are howling more! |
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from Ayreon - The Dream Sequencer (2000)
It is the 20th century. I am a little boy peacefully asleep. My father comes to wake me so that I can witness an historic event in the finite story of mankind...
15, 14, 13, 12, 11 (Procedure), 10, 9, (Engines on) 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Go. Trajectory's good, thrust is good. We're on our way Houston! Over the backside of the moon... On an early summer morning, July '69 As I dream of the planets I hear a voice softly whisper: "Son, it is time It's happening soon" It's a quarter to four now and he carries me down To our place by the telly I see lights on in houses all over town For the man on the Moon One small step for man But a giant leap for mankind The mighty Apollo prevailed The Eagle has landed I go back to my warm bed, back to my dreams But not the one of the planets I decided this morning I don't want to be The man on the Moon One small step for man But a giant leap for mankind The mighty Apollo prevailed The Eagle has landed As I lie here in this cold tank, living a dream I'm the last on the planets I decided this morning I don't want to be The man on Mars One small step for man But a giant leap for mankind The mighty Apollo prevailed... One small step for man But a giant leap for mankind The mighty Apollo prevailed This is gonna be a rock and roll ride... |
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from Ayreon - Flight Of The Migrator (2000)
"We come out of the white hole into the M31 galaxy, which is also known as Andromeda. We
see a planet that looks much like Earth. Could it sustain life? And if, who lives there?" [Timo Kotipelto] [A. M31] And out of nowhere we materialize From a blaze of fire to a world of ice We folded space to a distant sun Inside the heart of M31 On a steady course to the planet Y Circling round a star in Sirrah's eye The search for life has now begun In the constellation M31 Light years away, beyond our Galaxy I see a planet like our own A golden sun is shining down on me Could it be that we are not alone? We're passing Sirrah in Alpha Pegasi Into the atmosphere of planet Y What will we find? chances almost none.. Will there be life in M31? [B. PLANET Y] We're diving through the nebulae and arrive on planet Y A hundred thousand hollow eyes are gazing at the sky There seems to be no motion, no pleasure and no pain No symptoms of emotion, no loss and no gain Solar screens and cold machines are covering up the ground Crystal covered fields of green and oceans underground Countless different entities but they all look the same But then one of the entities is crying out its name: Forever... Remember Forever... [C. THE SEARCH CONTINUES] It's time to leave and carry out our quest Miles to go and things to see before we rest We came in vain, our search is not yet done For there's some kind of life in M31! |
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from Ayreon - The Final Experiment (1995)
The Time Telepathy Experiment
MERLIN: This is the voice of Merlin. Listen well, for it concerns you. This chronicle commences in the year 2084 A.D. Mankind has virtually destroyed itself. Its survival depends on "The Final Experiment". Scientists from the 21st century have developed a new computer-program called "Time Telepathy". By using this technique they have sent visions of humanies' decline back in time. These transmissions have been received by the mind of a blind minstrel, who lives in 6th century Britain. His name... is "Ayreon". Overture [Instrumental] Ayreon's Quest MERLIN: It shall be Ayreon's quest to sing of these visions and thus warn the world of its impending downfall in order to change its future into a long and prosperous one. |
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from Otto Ackermann, Lovro Von Matacic - Four Last Songs Etc (2004)
The Time Telepathy Experiment
MERLIN: This is the voice of Merlin. Listen well, for it concerns you. This chronicle commences in the year 2084 A.D. Mankind has virtually destroyed itself. Its survival depends on "The Final Experiment". Scientists from the 21st century have developed a new computer-program called "Time Telepathy". By using this technique they have sent visions of humanies' decline back in time. These transmissions have been received by the mind of a blind minstrel, who lives in 6th century Britain. His name... is "Ayreon". Overture [Instrumental] Ayreon's Quest MERLIN: It shall be Ayreon's quest to sing of these visions and thus warn the world of its impending downfall in order to change its future into a long and prosperous one. |
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from Ayreon - 01011001 (2008)
(Jørn Lande:) Find your way home, little extremophiles
(Floor Jansen:) Fly, beloved sons (Tom Englund:) Find your way home, donors of life (Floor Jansen:) Fly, my chosen ones (Jonas Renkse:) You're on your own, little extremophiles (Floor Jansen:) Ride your frozen ark (Bob Catley:) You're on your own, cleaving the skies (Floor Jansen:) Ride into the dark (Magali Luyten:) Carry out our dangerous task, sail uncharted spheres Live out our dreams, ride the comet Journey on the Migrator trail, cross the new frontiers Pass on our genes, ride the comet (Jørn Lande:) You are the future, little extremophiles (Floor Jansen:) Fly towards the sun (Tom Englund:) You are the future, you know what to do (Floor Jansen:) Fly, it has begun (Magali Luyten:) Carry out our dangerous task, sail uncharted spheres Live out our dreams, ride the comet Journey on the Migrator trail, cross the new frontiers Pass on our genes, ride the comet |
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