Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: opera
Song Meaning of “Siegfried / Erster Aufzug: “Einst lag wimmernd ein Weib”” by Richard Wagner
This powerful song from Richard Wagner’s epic opera ‘The Ring of the Nibelung’ paints a vivid picture of a battle-hardened warrior returning home to find his beloved bereft of hope and lamenting in her sorrow. Siegfried, the fierce hero, hears her cries from afar, and is overwhelmed with emotion as he realizes the depth of her despair. He is determined to bring her back to life, to offer her comfort, to find a way to restore her faith in life.
The music is intense and passionate, pulsating with energy and hope in the face of despair. Wagner’s dramatic orchestration and moving harmonies portray the emotional journey Siegfried takes on his journey home, from anguish to relief, from chaos to serenity. The listener can almost feel the storm of emotion that swirls around Siegfried as he approaches his beloved, ready to save her and restore peace.
‘Siegfried/Erster Aufzug: “Einst lag wimmernd ein Weib”‘ captures the essence of love and devotion, and is a beautiful reminder that no matter how dark the night may seem, a courageous heart can bring back light.