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The Sword Lyrics by Bathory

In Memory Of Quorthon Vol. I

1996

“This sword of steel that I hold in my hand.​
Ore of this mountain. A sword of this land.​
Made for a king when the elders were young.​
To guard us and to guide us in an age since long gone.​

A sword to protect the peace in troubled times.​
A sword made to battle and to take a life.​

This sword is the backbone of the life that I know.​
Here among mountains and snow.​

This sword will be one with me. Body and soul.​
All of me will be delivering each blow.​
Slung on my back. Oh, its powers I feel.​
I can hardly wait to try its steel.​

A sword to protect the peace in troubled times.​
A sword made to battle and to take a life.​

This sword is the backbone of the life that I know.​
Here among mountains and snow.​

Behold its sharp beauty. Just look at its shine.​
This sword was forged in fire and ice.​

This sword is the backbone of the life that I know.​
Here among mountains and snow.​

Now I am ready.​
To let this old sword sing again.”
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About “The Sword” by Bathory

Read the complete lyrics to "The Sword" by Bathory from the album "In Memory Of Quorthon Vol. I" in 1996. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rock, Heavy Metal, Viking Metal.

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"The Sword" is credited to Bathory. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"The Sword" appears on "In Memory Of Quorthon Vol. I" in 1996.

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