I didnt write this. I just thought this was a nice song and thought I would share it. This song is written by a Black Metal band known as Amon Amarth,(Yes their named after Mount Doom from LOTR.) Runes To My Memory is about a Viking warrior who dies in battle.



Runes To My Memory
by Amon Amarth


We rode the rivers of the Eastern trail,
Deep in the land of Rus'.
Following the wind in our sails,
And the rhythm of the oars.
No shelter in this hostile land,
Constantly on guard.
Ready to fight and defend,
Our ship 'till the bitter end.

We came under attack,
I received a deadly wound.
A spear was forced into my back,
Still I fought on.

When I am dead,
Lay me in a mound.
Raise a stone for all to see,
Runes carved to my memory.

Now here I lie on the river bank,
A long' long way from home.
Life is pouring out of me,
Soon I will be gone.

I tilt my head to the side,
And think of those back home.
I see the river rushing by,
Like blood runs from my wound.

Here I lie on wet sand,
I will not make it home.
I clinche my sword in my hand,
Say farewell to those I love.

When I am dead,
Lay me in a mound.
Place my weapons by my side,
For the journey to the Hall up high.
When I am dead,
Lay me in a mound.
Raise a stone for all to see,
Runes carved to my memory.