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Lyrics of Lady of the Dark by Sabaton

Who shall be remembered
In the ancient house of war?
All the medals, all those stories
In the alley of the greats

Celebrated hero
Who has wandered through the dark
She stand before you
All that metal shining bright

Lost in time, returning to the light
Bow before, this lady fight for life
(So sister)

Raise your hand
For the lady of the dark
Soldier with no will to kill
With a philanthropic heart (forever)
Break the norm
She’s the girl in uniform
Fighting side by side with men
She will fight until the end

Lied to be respected
And to change her brothers fate
Took a bullet, earned her freedom
And a place among the stars

And she served the Iron squadron
Served the toughest of them all
No fear of dying
For the frontline, she was born

Sacrifice, she took her brothers place
War to war, a place where she belong
(So brother)

Raise your hand
For the lady of the dark
Soldier with no will to kill
With a philanthropic heart (forever)
Break the norm
She’s the girl in uniform
Fighting side by side with men
She will fight until the end

Don’t fear the reaper
Don’t fear the war
She spared the life of brothers
She’ll fight for honour
She’ll fight for life
A lady goes to war

Raise your hand
For the lady of the dark

Raise your hand
For the lady of the dark
Soldier with no will to kill
With a philanthropic heart (forever)
Break the norm
She’s the girl in uniform
Fighting side by side with men
She will fight until the end!

Historical Background

In short: The song is about Milunka Savić, a Serbian female soldier in World War I.

“Lady of the Dark” by Sabaton is inspired by Milunka Savić, a Serbian war hero and the most decorated female soldier in military history. She fought in the Balkan Wars (1912-1913) and World War I, disguising herself as a man to enlist and fight alongside her male comrades.

Her story is one of bravery, sacrifice, and breaking expectations, proving that heroism knows no gender.

Milunka Savić – The Forgotten Warrior

“Who shall be remembered in the ancient house of war? All the medals, all those stories in the alley of the greats.”

Milunka Savić was born in Serbia in 1892. When her brother was called to war, she took his place, cutting her hair and disguising herself as a man.

  • She fought with unmatched bravery in the Balkan Wars, going unnoticed as a woman for a long time.
  • When her true identity was discovered, she was offered a position as a nurse—but refused, demanding to stay in combat.
  • Her commanders reluctantly agreed, making her the only woman to serve in the trenches.

“Celebrated hero, who has wandered through the dark. She stands before you, all that metal shining bright.”

Milunka went on to become one of Serbia’s deadliest warriors.

A Soldier Without Hate – A Warrior With Honor

“Raise your hand for the lady of the dark. Soldier with no will to kill, with a philanthropic heart.”

Unlike many soldiers, Milunka didn’t fight for bloodshed—she fought for duty, honor, and her people.

  • She took part in some of the bloodiest battles of the war, including the Battle of Kolubara and the Macedonian Front.
  • She was wounded multiple times but always returned to the front lines.
  • She captured 23 enemy soldiers single-handedly—a feat that earned her the highest military honors.

“Break the norm, she’s the girl in uniform, fighting side by side with men, she will fight until the end.”

Despite being a woman in a man’s war, Milunka earned the respect of her comrades and became a legend in the Serbian army.

The Most Decorated Female Soldier in History

“Lied to be respected, and to change her brother’s fate. Took a bullet, earned her freedom, and a place among the stars.”

Milunka Savić is the most decorated female soldier in history, receiving medals from France, Britain, Russia, and Serbia.

Among her honors:

  • The French Croix de Guerre (twice)
  • The Russian Cross of St. George
  • The British Medal of the Order of St. Michael
  • Serbia’s highest military honors

She was offered a life in France for her service—but chose to stay in Serbia, living a humble life.

“Sacrifice, she took her brother’s place. War to war, a place where she belongs.”

Despite her legendary status, Milunka spent her later years in poverty and forgotten by her country. She died in 1973, but today, her legacy is being rediscovered.

Why Lady of the Dark Still Matters

“Don’t fear the reaper, don’t fear the war. She spared the life of brothers, she’ll fight for honor, she’ll fight for life.”

Milunka Savić’s story isn’t just about war—it’s about defying expectations, proving courage has no gender, and standing for what you believe in.

  • She showed that a woman could fight just as fiercely as a man.
  • She refused to be limited by tradition or fear.
  • Her bravery echoes through history, inspiring warriors of all kinds.

“A lady goes to war.”

Her name may not be as famous as others—but her legacy is immortal.

The Lesson?

Heroes aren’t defined by gender, rank, or expectations.

They are defined by their courage, their sacrifices, and the battles they choose to fight.

And Milunka Savić fought until the end.

About Niels

Niels believes every historical event has its own rhythm, every era its unique melody, and every story its untold song. He brings history to life, capturing the essence of pivotal moments, fascinating figures, and the cultural transformations that shaped our world. His work makes history not only informative but deeply emotional and memorable.

On this website, you’ll discover his latest songs, insights into his creative process, and curated playlists of his favorite historical tunes. Join Niels on this melodic adventure where every note tells a story, and every story inspires a song.


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