The song "Dawn of the Nine" by the band Unleashed is a tribute to Norse mythology and focuses on the nine realms of Norse cosmology, known as the Nine Worlds. Each verse represents a different realm and its corresponding deity or concept. The first verse refers to Muspelheim, the realm of fire, and portrays the burning hatred towards injustice. This realm is associated with the fire giant Surtr. The second verse refers to Alfheim, the realm of light, and emphasizes the emotions of passion and lust. This realm is home to the light elves. The third verse refers to Vanaheim, the realm of the Vanir gods, and highlights the connection to nature as a guiding force. The Vanir are associated with fertility and agriculture. The fourth verse refers to Godheim, representing the gods and their power. It portrays the internal struggle between being one's own master and slave. The fifth verse refers to Mannheim, representing courage and bravery. It describes the warrior spirit and the courage associated with it. The sixth verse refers to Jotunheim, the realm of the giants, and claims superiority and the desire to crush the smaller world of humans. The seventh verse refers to Svartalfheim, the realm of the dark elves, and embraces both good and evil. It warns of consequences for those who betray. The eighth verse refers to Helheim, the realm of the dead, and declares itself as death to all who oppose it. The ninth verse refers to Nifelheim, the realm of ice and mist, and presents itself as a chilling presence that invokes fear. Throughout the song, the protagonist identifies themselves as the defender of Midgard, the human realm, swearing loyalty to the nine realms. The repetition of "Dawn of the Nine" signifies the beginning or awakening of these realms and their influence on the world.
