Songs of our times that remind you of LOTR... - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Lachwen · 11-27-2004, 10:37 PM

I just remembered another one...Gone Fishin' by Lynyrd Skynyrd reminds me (for obvious reasons) of Gollum. In fact, I have unofficially declared it to be his theme song.

THE Ka · 11-27-2004, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Lachwen

I just remembered another one...Gone Fishin' by Lynyrd Skynyrd reminds me (for obvious reasons) of Gollum. In fact, I have unofficially declared it to be his theme song.

I love that song! mainly because fishing is a hobby and because Gollum and I are both Ichthyophagi... try to guess that little beauty!

~KA~

By the way, Potter Puppet Pals are awsome!!! "Let's bother snape! Bother, bother, bother!"

Encaitare · 11-27-2004, 11:01 PM

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I love that song! mainly because fishing is a hobby and because Gollum and I are both Ichthyophagi... try to guess that little beauty!

Ai! What a complicated word! Fortunately, such things are no match for me and dictionary.com! I, myself, am not ichthyophagous, save for tuna. I find seafood a tad yucky.

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By the way, Potter Puppet Pals are awsome!!! "Let's bother snape! Bother, bother, bother!"

It's a cornucopia of love!

THE Ka · 11-27-2004, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Encaitare

Ai! What a complicated word! Fortunately, such things are no match for me and dictionary.com! I, myself, am not ichthyophagous, save for tuna. I find seafood a tad yucky.

It's a cornucopia of love!

Heh. Sorry to say, I had a teacher just like that... but they said a "universe" of love...

Yes, well, everyone to their own taste... *Ka throws Salmon, pink Salmon to be exact! And it's late in season so, it's mushy!

Lachwen · 11-27-2004, 11:18 PM

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I love that song! mainly because fishing is a hobby and because Gollum and I are both Ichthyophagi... try to guess that little beauty!

Ha! I see you are cousin to my friend the osprey! (By the way...you are now my favorite person for being able to use the word "Ichthyophagi" in everyday conversation!) I, too, am ichthyophagous, given the oppor-tuna-ty.

That was fun!
I liked the part where he stopped moving!

THE Ka · 11-28-2004, 01:21 PM

As much as i would love to devote this thread to fish (Mmmm! fish!), i think i better add another song before the BW shuts it down...

Ok, another song...

Coin-Operated boy by: Dresden Dolls (they are “Brechtian Punk Cabaret")

Click on the link to find the lyrics

When ever i hear this song, i think of how saruman was sauron's "coin-operated boy"... Galadriel in the movie calls saruman "sauron's puppet" but, since saruman turned a leaf and became interested into greed, i think "coin-operated boy" sounds better...

~ Piano Rock Ka~

Lalwendë · 11-28-2004, 01:57 PM

Very tempting thread....

I think, in addition there is another thread devoted to Led Zep and Tolkien. Without having to find it and post the link (as that's far too complicated a procedure for such as I), what I basically said there was that Robert Plant denied Stairway ever being about Tolkien's work. In the Zep book Hammer of the Gods it states that he was very much interested in fantasy and celtic literature around that time, as were many people, and as such, these influences came out in his lyrics. Though, I don't see how he could deny the influence of Lord of the Rings in songs such as Ramble On, which mentions Gollum and Mordor, and Misty Mountain Hop.

Anyway, what music makes me think of Middle Earth? Apart from classical music, which is not what was asked? Rather a lot of folk music does, particularly Fairport Convention. And Jethro Tull's more flowery moments (Bouree is real Hobbit music), or maybe a bit of Gabriel era Genesis (I'm thinking The Battle of Epping Forest). Although, all of the above may be for me associated with what a lot of fans seemed to be into when I first read the books! On a more modern scale, I often think of Dwarves and Mountains when I listen to Bjork, and my fave song right now (not Bjork) has the following line which is quite Middle Earth (even if the rest of the song is not) : your lonely voice calls across the starlit coast.

I would post links but I'm actually pugged into the media player right now...

Nothing wrong with Rammstein, Lachwen.

Firefoot · 11-28-2004, 04:34 PM

There are a few. When I was reading the Hobbit for the first time, my favorite CD was by Joy Williams, and listening to that CD (haven't done that in a while) reminds me of the Hobbit, espcially the song Touch of Faith. I doubt many people are familiar with it, though.

I am dead serious with these next two, though they will certainly take some explaining: "The Church's One Foundation" (for any who are familiar with this hymn) and "Oh Christmas Tree," for very similar reasons. The tune of the former fits very well with the words to Boromir's riddle (Seek for the sword that was broken...), and so am reminded of such when I hear the song. The tune of the latter fits very well with the words to the Elves' song to Elbereth in "Many Meetings," though the ending doesn't fit quite right. I figured that out this morning.

A Elbereth Gilthoniel
silivren penna miriel
o menel aglar elenath!
Na-chaered plan-diriel
o galadhremmin ennorath,
Fanuilos, le linnathon
nef aear, si nef aearon!

Don't ask how I get these things. I don't know.

Elven-Maiden · 11-27-2004, 10:59 PM

A silly one is Leonard Nimoy singing The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins. It's so cute!

Ka, your avatar just reminded me of some old David Bowie songs. I've always imagined that when Elrond speaks, he sounds just like Bowie. Interestingly enough, that was before I found out that he auditioned for that very part in PJ's movies.

Within You from the Labyrinth soundtrack always makes me think of Gollum's yearning for the Ring. When Bowie and Trent Reznor did Hurt together I couldn't help thinking of Frodo's conflict with the Ring like a drug addiction. The Song of the Silent Age would be my theme for the hobbits if I were to chose a soundtrack for the books.

11-27-2004, 10:37 PM	#1
Lachwen Wight Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Greenwood the Great. Posts: 115	I just remembered another one...Gone Fishin' by Lynyrd Skynyrd reminds me (for obvious reasons) of Gollum. In fact, I have unofficially declared it to be his theme song. __________________ "'...Home is the sailor, home from the sea, And the hunter home from the hill.'"

11-28-2004, 01:21 PM	#6
THE Ka Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: As with the flygja Posts: 1,403	Thank you all! And onto another song... As much as i would love to devote this thread to fish (Mmmm! fish!), i think i better add another song before the BW shuts it down... Ok, another song... Coin-Operated boy by: Dresden Dolls (they are “Brechtian Punk Cabaret") Click on the link to find the lyrics When ever i hear this song, i think of how saruman was sauron's "coin-operated boy"... Galadriel in the movie calls saruman "sauron's puppet" but, since saruman turned a leaf and became interested into greed, i think "coin-operated boy" sounds better... ~ Piano Rock Ka~ __________________ Vinur, vinur skilur tú meg? Veitst tú ongan loyniveg? Hevur tú reikað líka sum eg, í endaleysu tokuni? Last edited by THE Ka; 11-28-2004 at 01:29 PM. Reason: spelling errors

11-28-2004, 01:57 PM	#7
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	Very tempting thread.... I think, in addition there is another thread devoted to Led Zep and Tolkien. Without having to find it and post the link (as that's far too complicated a procedure for such as I), what I basically said there was that Robert Plant denied Stairway ever being about Tolkien's work. In the Zep book Hammer of the Gods it states that he was very much interested in fantasy and celtic literature around that time, as were many people, and as such, these influences came out in his lyrics. Though, I don't see how he could deny the influence of Lord of the Rings in songs such as Ramble On, which mentions Gollum and Mordor, and Misty Mountain Hop. Anyway, what music makes me think of Middle Earth? Apart from classical music, which is not what was asked? Rather a lot of folk music does, particularly Fairport Convention. And Jethro Tull's more flowery moments (Bouree is real Hobbit music), or maybe a bit of Gabriel era Genesis (I'm thinking The Battle of Epping Forest). Although, all of the above may be for me associated with what a lot of fans seemed to be into when I first read the books! On a more modern scale, I often think of Dwarves and Mountains when I listen to Bjork, and my fave song right now (not Bjork) has the following line which is quite Middle Earth (even if the rest of the song is not) : your lonely voice calls across the starlit coast. I would post links but I'm actually pugged into the media player right now... Nothing wrong with Rammstein, Lachwen. __________________ Gordon's alive!

11-27-2004, 10:59 PM	#9
Elven-Maiden Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 297	A silly one is Leonard Nimoy singing The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins. It's so cute! Ka, your avatar just reminded me of some old David Bowie songs. I've always imagined that when Elrond speaks, he sounds just like Bowie. Interestingly enough, that was before I found out that he auditioned for that very part in PJ's movies. Within You from the Labyrinth soundtrack always makes me think of Gollum's yearning for the Ring. When Bowie and Trent Reznor did Hurt together I couldn't help thinking of Frodo's conflict with the Ring like a drug addiction. The Song of the Silent Age would be my theme for the hobbits if I were to chose a soundtrack for the books. __________________ Tout ce qui est or ne brille pas, Tous ceux qui errent ne sont pas perdus. Mobilis in Mobile Last edited by Elven-Maiden; 11-27-2004 at 11:28 PM. Reason: added stuff

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11-28-2004, 04:34 PM	#8
Firefoot Illusionary Holbytla Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 7,547	There are a few. When I was reading the Hobbit for the first time, my favorite CD was by Joy Williams, and listening to that CD (haven't done that in a while) reminds me of the Hobbit, espcially the song Touch of Faith. I doubt many people are familiar with it, though. I am dead serious with these next two, though they will certainly take some explaining: "The Church's One Foundation" (for any who are familiar with this hymn) and "Oh Christmas Tree," for very similar reasons. The tune of the former fits very well with the words to Boromir's riddle (Seek for the sword that was broken...), and so am reminded of such when I hear the song. The tune of the latter fits very well with the words to the Elves' song to Elbereth in "Many Meetings," though the ending doesn't fit quite right. I figured that out this morning. A Elbereth Gilthoniel silivren penna miriel o menel aglar elenath! Na-chaered plan-diriel o galadhremmin ennorath, Fanuilos, le linnathon nef aear, si nef aearon! Don't ask how I get these things. I don't know.