The Sails Of Charon
Scorpions · Taken By Force
Dark night, there is no light
In the realm of the black magic man
Soul's flight into the cold blight
Of the destroyer's magic land
Poor man, whose spirits are stronger
They're the ones who will reign
You're struggles are in vain
Blind man, you're suckin' your own blood
Soon black magic's dying
You'd better start crying
Blind man, you're suckin' your own blood
Soon black magic's dying
You'd better start crying
Throw out your evil desire
The dark king's kingdom is
Made out of mire
Throw out your evil desire
The dark king's kingdom is
Made out of mire
Keep on for the kingdom of light
There is no darkness, there is no night
In the realm of the black magic man
Soul's flight into the cold blight
Of the destroyer's magic land
Poor man, whose spirits are stronger
They're the ones who will reign
You're struggles are in vain
Blind man, you're suckin' your own blood
Soon black magic's dying
You'd better start crying
Blind man, you're suckin' your own blood
Soon black magic's dying
You'd better start crying
Throw out your evil desire
The dark king's kingdom is
Made out of mire
Throw out your evil desire
The dark king's kingdom is
Made out of mire
Keep on for the kingdom of light
There is no darkness, there is no night
The Sails Of Charon
Released on the 1986 album Taken By Force, The Sails Of Charon stands as a defining track in the Scorpions' hard rock catalog. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of melodic sensibility and driving power, featuring the iconic guitar work of Klaus Meine and Uli Jon Roth. As a staple of their live performances and a cornerstone of the new wave of British and German rock, it captures the essence of the mid-80s era. The track remains a powerful representation of the Scorpions' ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, solidifying their legacy in the rock genre.