You Just Got To Live
Bathory · In Memory Of Quorthon [2006]
Well, I'm amazed
How it all just hangs together I watch the clouds slowly float fly
Well, ain't it great
So here we are now it's got this far
I trust you're all just fine
Ain't this life and place just great
No wonder we just won't get 'nuff time
But though we know we can't stay
The world will still turn I wish you all the best
No need to return leave the past to rest
You just have to earn it's not to get but to give
And there's one thing I've learned
You just got to live to see the sun go down on everyone
You just got to live to see that gentle smile and feel alive
You just got to live to see the moon arise and the stars in the sky
You just got to live to take the pain sometimes and to leave it all behind
The world still turns...
You just got to live...
The world still turns...
You just got to live
You Just Got To Live
You Just Got To Live stands as a poignant song in Bathory's expansive discography, appearing on the 2006 tribute album In Memory Of Quorthon. This recording captures the band's signature evolution from raw black metal to a more melodic, atmospheric sound that defined their later years. The track reflects the introspective and often melancholic themes Quorthon frequently explored, blending heavy guitar work with a sense of enduring resilience. As part of a collection honoring the band's founder, the song contributes to a broader narrative of legacy and remembrance within the metal genre. It showcases the group's ability to craft emotionally resonant music that balances aggression with a contemplative depth, solidifying their influence on the development of modern heavy metal.