Birht Of The Wicked
Iced Earth · Other Songs - Iced Earth
For centuries we've questioned them of His birth
But in this hour, on this day, The Elder knew
Years of madness must now subdue
Order must be enforced to hide the truth
Cause on this day, in this hour it's coming true
Child of the wicked and ancient man
Baptized in black magic, their master plan
Born of the Watch, his prophecy, by their command
Chorus:
So, behold the birth, the wicked child
Born of the Beast, in eastern sands
He will arise, He will divide
He has the power to bring the end
It's up to us now to seal his fate
Marked with the proper math the child's none to late
Blessed by the Beast, our Chosen One was born this day
He'll rise from the ashes of our dying race
Manipulate history, time and space
The Elder, Men of the Watch, professed this day
So, behold the birth, the wicked child
Born of the Beast, in eastern sands
He will arise, He will divide
He has the power to bring the end
Behold the birth, the wicked child
Born of the Beast, in eastern sands
He will arise, He will divide
He has the power to bring the end
Birht Of The Wicked
Iced Earth's 'Birht Of The Wicked' stands as a defining track within the band's evolution from thrash metal to progressive death metal. Released during their mid-1990s era, the song exemplifies the group's signature blend of technical precision and atmospheric heaviness. Featuring the distinctive vocal style of founder and guitarist James Murphy, the recording showcases the band's ability to weave complex riffs with melodic sensibilities that would characterize their subsequent work. The track reflects the broader shift in the genre during this period, where bands began incorporating more symphonic and progressive elements while maintaining a raw, aggressive edge. It remains a staple of the band's discography, illustrating their commitment to pushing the boundaries of death metal while crafting memorable, anthemic compositions.