Rise!nnThe emperor never really died;nHe remains hidden in the mountain,nTogether with his loyal knights,nSleeping until he be needed.nnIn this era of darkness and despairnWhen all hope has left the hearts of mannA long awaited event draws nearnThe awakening of the EmperornnRise, Germany rise!nTake back your splendour!nnThe glory of the empire vanishednAn age of slavery prevailed,nBut one day he will return,nWhen the time is right.nnHere the emperor sleepsnA sharpened sword at handnA bear red as blazing firenNow reaching unto his feetnnRise, Germany rise!nTake back your splendour!nnOnce every hundred yearsnAlberich observes the ravens;nThe Emperor will resume his rest,nEnchanted for yet another centurynnAs long as the ravens flynThe emperor remains asleepnOne day an eagle will spread his wingsnA shining sword will bring back ordernnRise, Germany rise!nTake back your splendour!