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Shield's Edge
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An anthem for little people and normal characters in extreme situations.
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Fantasy-themed rock ballads and anthems
Our demo CD "The Dark Before Hope" draws on the work of Tolkien, especially the Lord of the Rings epic. Bethany, lead vocalist and lyricist, is building up a body of songs about other books she was moved by as well--she's a fantasy writer with a penchant to wax eloquent in many forms about literature. Daniel, primary musician and current producer, plays around on his bass and sometimes a guitar to find musical hooks to build more songs around.
Song Info
Genre
Rock Folk Rock
Charts
Peak #510
Peak in subgenre #33
Author
Daniel Powell, Bethany Powell
Rights
2007
Uploaded
March 08, 2008
Track Files
MP3
MP3 2.7 MB 128 kbps 2:59
Story behind the song
This one started with the phrases "Are you small? Stand on a mountain! Are you weak? Win with your shield's edge." Sometimes lyrical phrases come into your head and you build something around them--this one came together from that, and from the theme's own drive. Is there anything more moving than seeing common people achieving something they can't by working together and doing their best? The point in the Lord of the Rings (especially in the movie, visually) where Sam carries Frodo with the tiny bit of strength left in him is beautiful. We want to honor that with this song. ~Bethany
Lyrics
Come out of dreaming / Step from the mirror pool Face the fire / Turn away the fantasy of quiet You are a hero now. Don't doubt your strength / Even if you don't have it Turn your eyes forward / March your dream road on Are you small? Stand on a mountain Are you weak? Win with your shield's edge You're a hero now. Come from your hiding / Step out of wondering You have to move / Take up the cloak, pin it on You are a hero now Don't doubt your heart / It might break, it'll go on Turn your feet forward / March your destiny on Are you small? Stand on a mountain Are you weak? Win with your shield's edge You're a hero now. Are you weary? Hold your friend's shoulder Are you dying? Look to the light The stars shine in the dark The moon rises on your part...
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