Siren

Nightwish

About Siren

"The Siren" is the fourth and last single of Finnish symphonic metal band Nightwish's fifth studio album Once. The song was recorded with the London Session Orchestra and includes many exotic instruments, for example an electric violin and a sitar; it also has very few lines."Symphony of Destruction", a live cover included on the single, was originally performed by Megadeth on their album Countdown to Extinction. It was also released as a bonus track on the platinum edition of "Once". The song was performed with previous frontwoman, Anette Olzon, and on 19 September 2009, at the Hartwall Areena, the band was supported by two cellists from the Finnish Cello rock band Apocalyptica. 


Year:
2004
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A lady with a violin playing to the seals
Hearken to the sound of calling

Who tied my hands to the wheel?
The zodiac turns over me
(Come to me)
Somewhere there my fate revealed
I hear but how will I see

I tied myself to the wheel
The winds talk to my sails, not me
(Come to me)
Somewhere there my fate revealed
I hear but how will I see

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Nightwish

Nightwish is a symphonic metal band from Kitee, Finland. The band was formed in 1996 by lead songwriter and keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen, guitarist Emppu Vuorinen, and vocalist Tarja Turunen, who was replaced in 2007 by former Alyson Avenue singer Anette Olzon. In 2002, original bassist Sami Vänskä was replaced by Marco Hietala, who also took over the male vocalist role previously filled by Holopainen or guest singers. more »

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Written by: ERNO MATTI JUHANI VUORINEN, MARCO HIETALA, TUOMAS LAURI JOHANNES HOLOPAINEN

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11 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Siren" is a song from the symphonic metal genre with a blend of heavy guitars and operatic vocals, which is Nightwish's signature style.
Album Classification
The song is part of the Nightwish album "Once," which was released in 2004.
Songwriting
The song was written by Tuomas Holopainen, the keyboardist and main songwriter of Nightwish.
Band Members at the Time of Recording
When "Siren" was recorded, the line-up of Nightwish featured Tarja Turunen on lead vocals, Emppu Vuorinen on guitars, Jukka Nevalainen on drums, Marco Hietala on bass guitar, and Tuomas Holopainen on keyboards.
Creative Inspiration
Holopainen has mentioned in interviews that fantasy and folklore have been major creative inspirations for his songwriting, and that might have influenced the creation of "Siren".
Song Reception
"Siren" was well received by fans and critics for its haunting melody and the wonderful interplay between heavy and soft musical elements.
Music Video
The song also has a music video, which features the band performing in a dark, surreal landscape, supporting the mystical theme of the song.
Special Edition
"Siren" was also released as part of a special edition of the "Once" album in North America, which further increased its popularity.
Vocal Style
The song perfectly showcases Tarja Turunen's operatic vocal style, which is one of the most identifiable elements of Nightwish's music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Siren" weave a beautiful, mystical story, rich in imagery, which is also characteristic of Nightwish's songwriting approach.
Influence
"Siren," along with the rest of the "Once" album, had a significant impact on the symphonic metal genre, inspiring numerous other bands with its innovative sound.

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