Long ago in days untold
Were ruled by Lords of greed
Maidens fared with gold
They dared to bare their wombs that bleed
Kings and queens and guillotines
Taking lives denied
Starch and parchment laid the laws
When bishops took the ride
Only to deceive
Oh I know I lived this life afore
Somehow know now truths I must be sure
Tossing turning nightmares burning dreams of swords in hand
Sailing ships the Viking spits the blood of father’s land
Only to deceive
Living times of knights and mares
Raising swords for maidens fair
Sneer at death fear only loss of pride
Living other centuries
Deja vu or what you please
Follows true to all who do or die
Screams of no reply they died
Screams of no reply and died
Lordy Lordy and then then they died
Lordy no then they died
Live and do or die
Long ago were days I told…Lord they died
Kings and queens and guillotines
Live and no reply they died
Long ago were days I told
Kings and queens and guillotines
Medieval Reflections and Timeless Power
“Kings And Queens” by Aerosmith dives deep into a world of ancient rulers, battles, and haunting legacies. The lyrics evoke images of a time ruled by greed, where power was wielded with violence and deception. Through references to “lords of greed,” “guillotines,” and “bishops,” the song paints a vivid picture of centuries-old struggles, both physical and moral. The recurring theme of déjà vu and living through past lives adds a layer of introspection, suggesting that these cycles of power and loss are not just historical, but universal and ongoing. The song’s powerful imagery and storytelling connect personal nightmares to collective memories, making it a compelling meditation on history, pride, and the recurring nature of human conflict.
Song Credits
- Artist: Aerosmith
- Songwriters: Steven Tyler, Brad Whitford
- Release Year: 1977
- Label: Columbia Records