Mother Earth

Within Temptation

About Mother Earth

"Mother Earth" is the third single of Dutch symphonic metal band Within Temptation from their second studio album, Mother Earth. Along with the singles "Ice Queen" and "Stand My Ground", "Mother Earth" has become one of the band's signature songs and is present on the setlist at almost every concert. It was also used as the theme for the German translation of the anime X.


Year:
2004
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Birds and butterflies
Rivers and mountains she creates
But you'll never know 
The next move she'll make
You can try
But it is useless to ask why
Cannot control her
She goes her own way

She rules until the end of time
She gives and she takes
She rules until the end of time
She goes her own way

With every breath
And all the choices that we make
We are only passing through on her way
I find my strength
Believing that your soul lives on
Until the end of time
I'll carry it with me

Once you will know my dear
You don't have to fear
A new beginning always starts at the end
Until the end of time
She goes her own way

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Within Temptation

Within Temptation are a Dutch symphonic metal band founded in 1996 by vocalist Sharon den Adel and guitarist Robert Westerholt. Their music is described as symphonic metal, although their earlier material, such as Enter, was gothic metal. In an interview, den Adel said they fell into a symphonic rock genre with various influences. In a later interview with 3VOOR12, Sharon stated that "we consider ourselves more a symphonic rock band ... we are in my opinion no gothic band". more »

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Written by: AUGUSTINUS H.R.G. EIKENS, OSCAR C. HOLLEMAN, RENE J. MERKELBACH, ROBERT WESTERHOLT, SHARON J. DEN ADEL

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Mother Earth" is a song by the Dutch symphonic metal band 'Within Temptation.' It was specifically written for their second studio album which was also titled "Mother Earth."
Release Details
The song was officially released as a single on December 17, 2001. Despite being released almost two decades ago, it still remains one of the band's best-known songs.
Chart Success
"Mother Earth" was a significant hit in Europe, reaching the top 5 in Belgium and the Netherlands and the top 40 in Austria and Germany. Its success significantly contributed to the band's rise to fame.
Music Composition
The song is noted for its folk-rock and Celtic influences. The heavy emphasis on the use of orchestral elements is representative of the band's unique symphonic rock sound.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Mother Earth" carry a distinct environmental message. It is a pleading anthem to our planet, urging for more respect and better treatment of our natural world.
Music Video
The music video for "Mother Earth" further emphasizes the song's environmental theme. It presents breathtaking video clips of nature and the destruction caused by mankind.
Re-releases
Due to its success, "Mother Earth" was re-released in 2002 and 2003, with each release containing different bonus tracks.
Recognition
Despite the mainstream chart success, "Mother Earth" also gained critical acclaim. It helped the band secure more recognition in the metal community and allowed them to embark on a world tour.
Commercial Success
The album "Mother Earth" was so successful that it reached double platinum status in the Netherlands and gold status in Belgium and Germany.
Band Facts
Formed in 1996, Within Temptation is a widely recognized band in the Symphonic Metal genre. They have received numerous awards and nominations internationally throughout their career.

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