The lyrics of Heilung's Galgaldr are in Old Norse and are translated as follows: "Brothers will fight and become enemies Sister's children will defile kinship ties It is harsh in the world, whoredom abounds Axe-age, sword-age, shields will be shattered Wind-age, wolf-age, before the world sinks No man will have mercy on another The bright sun will be black over the summer A witchery is underway A roaring is heard from the highlands It is the galdr of the dead Understand yourself, reflect on your actions A river flows swift, and you may sink Make peace with the powers and be ready to die She sees rise up, once again Earth green from the sea The eagle soars over the waterfall Fish swim in the deep fjord Enjoy life while you can" The song is a combination of ancient Nordic spells and chants and a call to reflect on one's actions and be ready to face death. It speaks of a world in turmoil, where trust and loyalty are broken, and people turn against each other. The galdr of the dead is described as a powerful and ominous force, a reminder of the inevitability of death. The last verse paints a contrasting picture of nature's beauty and bounty, urging listeners to appreciate the joys of life while they can. Overall, Galgaldr is a haunting and atmospheric piece that captures the eerie beauty and primal power of Heilung's music.
