Nu Släcks Alla Ljusen [English translation]

We heard stories about back then and a long time ago

About ways of living and lives within Svea kingdom's fold

How all regions' greenery gave life and wealth

How the people that lived there were people who bloomed

So the candles are extinguished in the houses and homes

Now meadows and slopes are growing again

Now the sledgehammers in the forges become silent

and all the millwheels get stuck

Now the wheels stop turning

Now the fire's flame dies

Now the whole countryside fades away

Then voices were heard shouting

about success, way and gain

The little things must fold when belief in success exists

A few tried to keep living there with pride

But the land didn't give enough,

maybe ruthless exploitation of forests?

So we travel along the road that leads to nowhere

See countryside and regions decay so senselessly without moderation

"That the county would live", that's what was said loud and great

What I then behold is both deserted and empty

• Artist:Ultima Thule