The “Ithaca Saga” lyrics are based on the story of Odysseus from Homer’s Odyssey. It encompasses his long journey home and the emotional and philosophical elements of the voyage. The song was penned by unknown, and it is sung by Tyler Lyle.
This track first hit the shelves in 2013, reflecting Nostos desc’Odysseus` longing for coming back to his home country and his trials as well, along with the concept that maybe even that would be a reward (relentless pursuit; self-revelation; human general wish to be back near our own species trying to touch it through time & space), harking on traditional tales while merging those with contemporary thoughts.
Ithaca Saga Lyrics Biography
Aspect | Details |
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Title | Ithaca Saga |
Writer/Composer | Unknown |
Performer | Tyler Lyle |
Inspired By | The Odyssey by Homer, particularly Odysseus’ journey to return home to Ithaca |
Release Year | 2013 |
Themes | Homecoming, perseverance, self-discovery, longing, and the philosophical journey of life |
Style | Poetic storytelling with mythological and modern elements |
Content | Describes the emotional and physical challenges Odysseus faces on his way back to Ithaca, reflecting on the journey itself as a metaphor for life and growth |
Cultural Influence | Rooted in Greek mythology, blending ancient themes with contemporary reflections |
Target Audience | Fans of mythology, epic storytelling, and introspective music |
Ithaca Saga Lyrics
[PENELOPE]
I’m supposed to choose a suitor to wear the crown
I said I would choose as soon as I weave this shroud
They don’t know that every night
I unthread all the work I’ve done
‘Cause I’d rather lie
Than allow them to think they’ve won
Though I never thought that I’d resort to this
Just know I’ll be here
But I don’t know how much longer I’ll last
Since we saw that storm
And though it was so close to our kingdom
It wasfar from the norm
[PENELOPE, spoken]
Unless
[PENELOPE]
Oh, could it be some kind of sign
That my world is all about to change?
Is it finally time for the challenge I arranged?
Though I never thought that it would come to this
Just know I’ll be here, buying you time
[SUITORS]
Time is fleeting, it’s running out
Time to be the man of the house
[PENELOPE]
Oh, buying you time
[SUITORS]
Time is fleeting, it’s running out
Time to be the man of the house
[PENELOPE]
Whoever can string my husband’s old bow
And shoot through twelve axes cleanly
Will be the new king, sit down at the throne
And rule with me as his queen
Let the arrow fly
Once you know that your aim is true
‘Cause I’d rather die
Than grow old without the best of you
Though I never thought
That these would be the lengths we go for love
I would not have it any other way
And though I never thought that it would end like this
Just know I’ll be here
Waiting, waiting
[SUITORS]
Penelope
[PENELOPE]
Waiting, waiting
[SUITORS]
Penelope
[PENELOPE]
Waiting, waiting
Oh
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