Awakening of the Emperor Lyrics

Sleeping heroes are a recurrent theme in European folklore; not only the German Emperor Frederik Barbarossa, but also historical figures and legendary heroes such as Widukind, Charlemagne, Ariovist, King Arthur, Holger Danske and the knights of Ållaberg are said to lie sleeping until their countries will need their a**istance.

Rise!
"The emperor never really died;
He remains hidden in the mountain,
together with his loyal knights,
sleeping until he will be needed."

In this era of darkness and despair
When all hope has left the hearts of man
A long awaited event draws near
The awakening of the Emperor

Rise, Germany, rise!
Take back your splendour!

"The glory of the empire vanished,
An age of slavery prevailed,
But one day he will return,
When the time is right"
Here the Emperor sleeps
A sharpened sword at hand
A beard red as blazing fire
Now reaching unto his feet

Rise, Germany, rise!
Take back your splendour!
"Once every hundred years
Alberich observes the ravens;
The Emperor will resume his rest,
enchanted for yet another century."

(lead: Bastiaan)

As long as the ravens fly
The emperor remains asleep
One day an eagle will spread his wings
A shining sword shall bring order

Rise, Germany, rise!
Take back your splendour!