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Solon Lyrics by XIPHOS

The Rise and Fall of Athens

2023

[Verse]
Sailing towards distant shores, on a mercantile career
Leading a life of luxury, yet always keeping it balanced
Rules of law, written down, thus shaping the years to come
The archon of all Athenians, with no wish to become a tyrant
The archon of all Athenians, with no wish to become a tyrant

[Chorus]
Called upon by wise men, declared wisest of them all
And yet I never cease to learn as I grow old

[Verse]
Saying goodbye to Draconian times, towards a brighter day
Bringing honour and praise to Apollo down at the temples of Delphi

[Chorus]
Called upon by wisе men, declared wisеst of them all
And yet I never cease to learn as I grow old

[Bridge]
And under the Attican skies, down by the deep blue sea
I witnessed the birth of a future - for you and for me
And under the Attican skies, down by the Aegean sea
I witnessed the birth of a future - for you and for me

[Intervation]
To the mass of the people I gave the power they needed
Neither degrading them, nor giving them too much rein
For those who already possessed great power and wealth
I saw to it that their interests were not harmed
I stood guard with a broad shield before both parties
And prevented either from triumphing unjustly

[Chorus]
Called upon by wise men, declared wisest of them all
And yet I never cease to learn as I grow old

[Bridge]
And under the Attican skies, down by the deep blue sea
I witnessed the birth of a future - for you and for me
And under the Attican skies, down by the Aegean sea
I witnessed the birth of a future - for you and for me

[Outro]
Rules of law, written down, thus shaping the years to come
Rules of law, written down, thus shaping the years to come
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XIPHOS

XIPHOS

About “Solon” by XIPHOS

Read the complete lyrics to "Solon" by XIPHOS from the album "The Rise and Fall of Athens" in 2023. 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 Neofolk, Industrial Rock, R&B.

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

"Solon" appears on "The Rise and Fall of Athens" in 2023.

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