By Papal Authority Songtext
Henry IV of germany instates his cousin as bishop of
Milan. The pope is infuriated; he alone instates the
authority. Henrys excommunication has destroyed any
ties to the papacy. He's now denounced as king. A new
position's up for grabs. The countess of Canossa
houses the pope on his way. Henry arrived unwanted. "I
must have council with him." He was denied three
times. Henry finds himself outside on his knees and
humbled. This snow has made me humble. This snow has
made me realize not to question your rights. Please
meet with me, i beg of you. Re-communicate me as king.
Henry now heads home to quell the rebel dukes and
restore central power that was once his. It's a hard
fight, but we're going home, NO ONE WILL STOP ME. Now
I turn towards Rome to deal with this man of God that
is stuck with power. He flees at the sight of my
return. NOW WHO'S KNEELING? PLEASE TELL ME?