Verse 1: Darius himself takes the field Sure that Alexander soon will yield But Macedonia's king has other plans Victory through bold battle stance Chorus: Issus Triumphant, Alexander prevails Persian king flees, his army fails Chariots useless on broken ground Macedonia's phalanx, victory bound Verse 2: Royal family left behind Treated with respect, Alexander's kind Darius' empire beginning to shake As Alexander's fame starts to break (Repeat Chorus) Bridge: Gates to Persia thrown wide open Alexander's dream no longer just hoping Empire of the world within his grasp Issus ensures Darius' power won't last (Guitar Solo) (Repeat Chorus) Outro: Issus Triumphant, Alexander's rise Persian dominion meets its demise!
