Longships - Aska

Things are often twisted, a darker shade of black

Why do lovers vow their faith then stab you in the back?

There right now they’re smiling, exchanging friendly talk

While in secret he’s made plans to meet her 'round the block

And they will break you down — humiliate you again

What happens when you find out what they’ve done to you?

Accusations handed out, «look what you made me do!»

So you play the hurt one just to have her stay

Sacrificing pride for something you’ve lost anyway

As they lie naked — lost something sacred

(And) once again I wish I could be

Like the vikings were before me

Giant men of mirth braving cold and ocean spray

They burned away their past loves

With high flames that licked the heavens

And sailed off to the setting sun

Bringing death to all in their way (never to be seen again)

They sailed away on their viking longships

Wish I could be on those viking longships

You think about that trust you lost forever

And you consider what if anything was real

While they wonder if you’ll let it slide or if you’ll settle scores

That help resolve this mess that you now feel