Amaranth

Nightwish · Lokikirja [2010]

Baptised with a perfect name

The doubting one by heart

Alone without himself



War between him and the day

Need someone to blame

In the end, little he can do alone



You believe but what you see

You receive but what you give



Caress the one, the Never-Fading

Rain in your heart - the tears of snow-white sorrow

Caress the one, the hiding amaranth

In a land of the daybreak



Apart from the wandering pack

In this brief flight of time we reach

For the ones, whoever dare



You believe but what you see

You receive but what you give



Caress the one, the Never-Fading

Rain in your heart - the tears of snow-white sorrow

Caress the one, the hiding amaranth

In a land of the daybreak



Reaching, searching for something untouched

Hearing voices of the Never-Fading calling



Caress the one, the Never-Fading

Rain in your heart - the tears of snow-white sorrow

Caress the one, the hiding amaranth

In a land of the daybreak

Amaranth - Nightwish

Nightwish's 'Amaranth' stands as a defining track from their 2010 album, Lokikirja, showcasing the Finnish symphonic metal band's signature blend of epic orchestration and melodic power. The song features the group's iconic vocalist, Tarja Turunen, delivering soaring vocals that complement the intricate guitar work and driving rhythms characteristic of their discography. Released during a period where the band continued to refine their progressive sound, the recording exemplifies their ability to weave complex musical structures with emotional depth. As part of the album's cohesive narrative, 'Amaranth' captures the band's evolution into a major force in the international metal scene, relying on atmospheric production and dynamic arrangements to create a memorable listening experience that resonates with fans of the genre.