Discover the story of the song > Dominion Mother Russia – The Sisters of Mercy

The song is split into two parts. In the first part, the protagonist talks about meeting his partner, saying prayers, and hoping for a time when he will have control or 'Dominion'. In the second part, the lyrics focus on an old man, a lighthouse keeper, and dreamers who think about the history of war and the rain that falls on Russia. The song ends with a repeated plea for 'Mother Russia' to bring rain.