The Carpenter
Nightwish · Lokikirja [2010]
Throughout the centuries
Why? Was the wine of the grail
Too sour for man to drink
The carpenter
Carved his anchor
On the dying souls of mankind
On the tomb of this unknown soldier
Lay the tools of the one who for us had died
Tools of the carpenter
The one they lick
The same old sick
Dream of their precious saviour
Kiss them deep
And make them weep
Over promises of eternal peace
The carpenter...
I hear you
Through the symphonic voices of nature
The purity I could never doubt
They tell me to lie on the grass
And observe my saviour
The one crucified to the chirping of birds
The carpenter...
The Carpenter - Nightwish
Nightwish's "The Carpenter" serves as a haunting centerpiece on the Finnish-language album Lokikirja, released in 2010. The track exemplifies the band's signature power metal fusion, blending soaring melodic vocals with intricate guitar work and orchestral arrangements. Written by the band's primary songwriter, Tuomas Holopainen, the song reflects a period where Nightwish explored deeper narrative storytelling within their discography, often drawing on Finnish folklore and mythology. While the specific lyrical themes of this recording remain rooted in the band's introspective style, the composition stands as a testament to their ability to maintain their epic sound while diversifying their linguistic output. It remains a notable song in their catalog, showcasing the band's continued evolution during the early 2010s era.