Pedro Zelbohr (Guitar) and Tommy Roitman (Drums) formed Heavy/Power Metal band Split Heaven, in 2003. After recording a demo called "Lightstorm" in May of the same year, they decided to change the line up in order to evolve on the sound of the band.
After two years, now with two new members: Eli Valenzuela (Vocals) & Carlo "Taii" Hernández (Bass), Split Heaven recorded a second demo called R.I.P with two songs and with this recording (with a much better and powerful sound) they had the chance to play all over Mexican Republic and also having the opportunity to be the supporting band in a concert of Paul Di Anno.
In 2007, Asenath Records from Monterrey, México, offers a contract to release the first full-length album of the band. Split Heaven accepts and enters the studio recording ten songs, half in English and half in Spanish, having as a result a Power Metal album that opened doors for the band, touring in México as headliner and also being the supporting band for Hammerfall (Sweden), Rata Blanca (Argentina) & L.A Guns (U.S.A).
Being not 100% satisfied with the sound of the first album, Split Heaven decides to add a new member, Armand "Hank" Ramos in the guitar. In 2008, having a solid line up and sound, Split Heaven enters the rehearsal room in order to create a new album. Blower Records (Veto, Strike Master, Voltax, Gumo Maniacs, etc.) offers a contract for the second full-length album "Psycho Samurai" which was released on July of 2008 officially in a show with U.S Metal bands At War & Agent Steel.
In 2009, Split Heaven won the "Mexican Metal Battle" contest, which took place in Mexico City at Circo Volador venue. With this, they received the opportunity to represent México in the "2009 Metal Battle" at "Wacken Open Air" on its 20th Anniversary being the first Mexican band ever to perform in this festival.
In the same year, High Roller Records (Germany) acquires the license of "Psycho Samurai" album from Blower Records and the band releases their first vinyl production in February of 2010.
In March of 2010, the German label "Pure Steel Records" signed the Mexicans in order to release their 3rd album In December of the present year, having also planned the re-releases of the previous albums.
In July of 2010 Split Heaven joined the "American Old School Metal Attack" in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with the Pure Steel Records bands: Enchanter (U.S.A) and Hellish War (Brazil). Again, the band represented Mexico in this great tour, which also is planned to take place in the U.S & Europe in the next years.
Now, the band is finishing the 3rd album and planning a European Tour to promote the new work.
Split Heaven is endorsed by: Washburn Guitars, Randall Amplifiers, Vic Firth, MEINL Cymbals and Evans Drumheads.
Speed Of The Hawk
Split Heaven Lyrics
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Delivering madness and hatred so real
Fire and brimstone await your demise
Don't look to his eyes he'll see through your lies
Darkness descending all over your town
Fury is spreading and shaking the ground
Taking your pride and your valor away
Claiming his victory cause it's here to stay
Tonight, it´s time
To see the light
Tonight, we fly
So stand and fight
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're soaring through the sky
Speed.......... of the Hawk
You never wonder why?
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're never gonna die
Speed.......... of the Hawk
Oh no
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're soaring through the sky
Speed.......... of the Hawk
You never wonder why?
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're never gonna die
Speed.......... of the Hawk
Oh no
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're climbing to the stars
Speed.......... of the Hawk
When you roll the dice you never think twice
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're never gonna die!
The lyrics of Split Heaven's "Speed Of The Hawk" invoke imagery of power, speed, and invincibility. The song's protagonist is depicted as an unrelenting force, riding with "lightning, thunder and steel," delivering "madness and hatred" to those who cross him, and claiming victory with a sense of finality. The chorus emphasizes this invincibility, both in the repetition of "never gonna die" and in the statement that "you never wonder why" they are always victorious.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of imminent danger, with "darkness descending all over your town" and "fire and brimstone" awaiting those who cross the singer. The song is a call to arms, urging listeners to join in the fight and "stand and fight" against those who would threaten their pride and valor.
Overall, the power and speed of the hawk are used as metaphors for the invincibility and strength of the song's protagonist. The lyrics are meant to be uplifting in their portrayal of strength and power, urging listeners to take control of their own lives and stand up to those who would try to take it away.
Line by Line Meaning
Riding with lightning, thunder and steel
We are charging forward with immense power and energy
Delivering madness and hatred so real
We are unleashing intense emotions of insanity and anger
Fire and brimstone await your demise
Destruction and chaos are inevitable and lurking nearby
Don't look to his eyes he'll see through your lies
Do not attempt to deceive us, as we are intuitive and perceptive
Darkness descending all over your town
An ominous presence is taking over, shrouding everything in darkness
Fury is spreading and shaking the ground
Our rage is growing and causing upheaval in our wake
Taking your pride and your valor away
We are stripping away your strength and courage
Claiming his victory cause it's here to stay
We will emerge victorious and our power will remain unchallenged
Tonight, it´s time
To see the light
This moment marks the beginning of our triumph
Tonight, we fly
So stand and fight
Join us in our ascent to victory or face defeat
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're soaring through the sky
Our speed and agility is unmatched, propelling us through the air
Speed.......... of the Hawk
You never wonder why?
Our determination and strength is unquestionable
Speed.......... of the Hawk
We're never gonna die
Our power and influence will never fade or perish
Speed.......... of the Hawk
Oh no
Our strength is intimidating and formidable
We're climbing to the stars
Our ambition and power is reaching new heights
When you roll the dice you never think twice
Taking a risk against us is unwise and can lead to chaos
We're never gonna die!
Our dominance will never fade or falter
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jason Conde-Houston, Armand Ramos, Carlo Hernández, Tomás Roitman
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