Warrior of the Mind Lyrics - Epic: The Musical

Song Overview

Song Credits

• Artist: Jorge Rivera?Herrans, Teagan Earley & Cast of EPIC: The Musical
• Album: EPIC: The Troy Saga (Official Concept Album)
• Writer/Lyricist/Composer: Jorge Rivera?Herrans
• Release Date: July 4, 2024
• Genre: Pop, Musical Theatre
• Language: English
• Label: Winion Entertainment LLC
• Length: approx. 3:28
• Instruments: Piano (Athena’s motif), ensemble vocals
• Phonographic Copyright ? & Copyright © Winion Entertainment LLC

Song Meaning and Annotations

This track unfolds like a philosophical duel in a dream, where Athena freezes time to confront Odysseus. She questions his changing heart, his softening resolve, and the fading echo of his purpose. It's a heady mix of mythology and mentorship, with each line sharpening the intellectual blade she forged him with.

Warrior of the Mind is not just a song — it’s an origin story wrapped in prophecy. Time slows. A cloak ticks. A piano stirs. Athena steps in.

Her domain is more than war and wisdom — it’s legacy. She sees in Odysseus a canvas, not a companion. Someone to mold. To sharpen.

She drags him into the Quick-Thought realm, her personal space between heartbeats. There, guilt clings to him like smoke. She sees it. And questions it.

Why didn’t you turn off your heart?

The music shifts — flashback. A child. A challenge. A boar no one could conquer — except him. He fought for Polites then. Bled. Won. And Athena saw the spark.

She chose him. Not out of love. Out of ambition. She needs a hero. She wants a symbol.

In her eyes, Odysseus is her finest craft. Built by her design. His agency stripped, remade in her reflection.

He remembers.

Enlighten me

But this isn't friendship. Not to her. He thinks it is. That will break him later.

Vocals rise. The ensemble backs him — but only because she lets them. The gods control the chorus. This is her world. Her rules. Her run of the melody.

And yet… she harmonizes. Slowly. The second time they sing

mind

This is the peak before the fall. In My Goodbye, she’ll discard that same run. One note. Cold. Detached. Just as she began.

That melody survives. Carried by Athena in We’ll Be Fine, passed to Telemachus. A line of legacy — from hero, to goddess, to son.

But beneath the harmony, tension coils. She’ll keep watching him. Pushing him. Her vision for him will never let him rest.

Because Athena didn’t just teach Odysseus how to think — she taught him how to carry the weight of being her creation.

Verse & Symbolism

Verse 1: Athena strikes with a cold truth:

Have you forgotten to turn off your heart? … Have you forgotten your purpose?

This isn't just chastising—it's strategic. "Turning off your heart" becomes a metaphor for leadership through logic. The piano undercurrent, her instrument, plays like a ticking clock: divine focus and sharp wisdom embodied.

Chorus & Themes

The chorus is a mantra that echoes through time:

'Cause he is a warrior of the mind

Athena sees intellect as Odysseus’s truest sword. The repetition of "maybe one day" conveys her hope, her role as sculptor of heroes—not through might, but thought.

Dialogue & Tone

Spoken lines like "Show yourself!" and clever tricks between young Odysseus and Athena introduce a playful but tactical rapport. They challenge each other, laugh, but always push the conversation back toward growth and purpose. A battle of wits disguised as mentorship.

Production & Emotional Dynamics

Musically, it’s layered like a riddle—Athena’s piano motif dances in and out, marking her presence. The ensemble vocals rise as Odysseus steps into his potential. The energy flows between high-spirited teasing and haunting prophecy. Her last line, "Don't disappoint me," lands like a sword drawn slowly.

Similar Songs

1. "Remember Them" – Jorge Rivera-Herrans: This number brings Athena back in a darker form—revisiting failures and broken ideals. Both songs explore expectations, but "Remember Them" shows what happens when ideals rot into regret.
2. "My Goodbye" – Jorge Rivera-Herrans: A tearful farewell framed in shattered trust. Where "Warrior of the Mind" builds the bond between goddess and hero, "My Goodbye" mourns its unraveling. The musical motifs mirror this descent.
3. "Little Wolf" – Jorge Rivera-Herrans: A spiritual cousin to "Warrior of the Mind," but focused on Telemachus. Athena again plays mentor, but here she cultivates courage in a child rather than cunning in a man. Both are part of her grand strategy.

Questions and Answers

What is the “Warrior of the Mind” referring to?

It refers to Odysseus's most valued weapon—his intellect. Athena coins this phrase to remind him that strategy, wit, and clarity are what set him apart from brute-force heroes.

Why does Athena talk about a magical boar?

It's a symbolic origin story. The boar represents an impossible task, and Odysseus’s cleverness in slaying it proves his mind is just as lethal. It cements his role as her chosen student.

What is the emotional tone of the song?

A blend of admiration, urgency, and warning. Athena adores Odysseus’s mind, but fears his heart might lead him astray. The tone swings between nostalgic pride and cold pressure.

Why is the banter important?

The back-and-forth sharpens their dynamic. It humanizes these mythic figures and makes their mentorship relatable. It also builds tension—the friendly duel may become a deadly divergence.

Does the song stand alone or need context?

It can stand alone as a cerebral duet, but it resonates more within the full arc of EPIC. Knowing Odysseus’s fate deepens the sting of Athena’s hope and her final warning.

Fan and Media Reactions

Reactions to “Warrior of the Mind” are a chorus of admiration and critique. Many praised the chemistry between Odysseus and Athena, and the layered songwriting:

“Athena sounds exactly how I imagined—a blend of wise, firm, and just a little theatrical.”

“I can’t stop playing it. That piano motif haunts me in the best way.”

“The spoken parts are bold, but sometimes feel stiff—like the actors are trying a bit too hard.”

“Her final line gave me chills. That’s how you end a scene.”

“It's the song that defines the show for me. Strategy over swords.”

The consensus? A standout number—one that hits the brain and the gut. Even those lukewarm on musicals agree: it’s hard to forget once you’ve heard it.