Their current lineup consists of Hoffmann, vocalist Mark Tornillo, guitarists Uwe Lulis and Philip Shouse, drummer Christopher Williams and bassist Martin Motnik. Before arriving at their current lineup, Accept has undergone numerous lineup changes, being Hoffmann the last remaining original member since its inception, and he is the only band member to appear on each album.
Accept played an important role in the development of speed and thrash metal, and they were part of the German heavy metal scene, which emerged in the early to mid-1980s. They have also been cited as an influence or inspiration by a number of acts, including Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, Pantera, Testament, Anthrax, Guns N' Roses, Mötley Crüe, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Overkill, Exodus, and Annihilator, as well as fellow Germans such as Helloween, Blind Guardian, Doro, Sodom, Rage, and Grave Digger. Accept achieved its first commercial success with their fifth studio album Balls to the Wall (1983), which is the band's only album to be certified gold in the United States and Canada, and spawned their well-known hit "Balls to the Wall".
Accept have broken up and reformed multiple times. They first split up in 1989, several months after the release of Eat the Heat (which was their only album with Dirkschneider's initial replacement David Reece), but reformed in 1992 and released three more albums before disbanding again in 1997. After briefly reuniting in 2005, Accept announced their third reunion in 2009, with former T.T. Quick frontman Mark Tornillo replacing Dirkschneider (who declined to participate), and the band has recorded five albums with him: Blood of the Nations (2010), Stalingrad (2012), Blind Rage (2014), The Rise of Chaos (2017) and Too Mean to Die (2021); each of those albums renewed Accept's popularity in Germany and entered the top ten charts there.
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Studio albums
Accept (1979)
I'm a Rebel (1980)
Breaker (1981)
Restless and Wild (1982)
Balls to the Wall (1983)
Metal Heart (1985)
Russian Roulette (1986)
Eat the Heat (1989)
Objection Overruled (1993)
Death Row (1994)
Predator (1996)
Blood of the Nations (2010)
Stalingrad (2012)
Blind Rage (2014)
The Rise of Chaos (2017)
Too Mean to Die (2021)
Stand 4 What U R
Accept Lyrics
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Trust in what you're fighting for
No time on looking back
You're on your own
Stand for what you are
Trust in what you're living for
Open up the door no time for looking back
You say that time's been passing by
Feeling there is nothing concrete
Living for the moment
Blinded by your dreams
All you're saying you can't hold on
It's getting harder every day
You can't change who you are
Something you gotta face
You fell for promises
No one really ever made
Invisible pictures come true
Going through changes
Hoping that they never fade
Hold on don't reach for the stars
Stand for what you are
Trust in what you're fighting for
No time on looking back
You're on your own
Stand for what you are
Trust in what you're living for
Open up the door no time for looking back
You're on your own - on your own
Can't stop time's been passing by
It's like living on a one way street
Stop trying to escape from the real world
And hanging by your string
Still you're saying you can't hold on
It's getting harder every day
You should know what you are
You better find your own place
Stand for what you are
Trust in what you're fighting for
No time on looking back
You're on your own
Stand for what you are
Trust in what you're living for
Open up the door no time for looking back
You're on your own - on your own
You gotta stand for what you are
Trust in what you're fighting for
No time on looking back
You're on your own
You gotta stand for what you are
Trust in what you're fighting for
You gotta face it make it on your own
You gotta face it make it on your own
Stand for what you are
"Stand 4 What U R" is a song about self-discovery and staying true to oneself. The lyrics encourage listeners to trust in what they believe in and not to waste time looking back or trying to conform to other people's expectations. The song is full of powerful, motivating lines such as "You gotta stand for what you are, trust in what you're fighting for" and "You better find your own place."
The song addresses the struggles that people face when they feel lost or uncertain about their place in the world. The lines "Living for the moment, blinded by your dreams" speak to the idea that it's easy to get swept up in the excitement of the present moment and lose sight of what really matters in the long term. The song also tackles the issue of feeling trapped by circumstances and wanting to break free, with lines like "Can't stop time's been passing by, it's like living on a one way street."
Overall, "Stand 4 What U R" is an empowering anthem that encourages listeners to embrace their individuality and believe in themselves. The lyrics serve as a reminder to follow your passion and never give up, even when things get tough.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand for what you are
Be true to yourself and don't compromise for anyone else
Trust in what you're fighting for
Believe in your goals and don't lose sight of them
No time on looking back
Don't dwell on the past, focus on the present and the future
You're on your own
Ultimately, you are responsible for your own success and happiness
Open up the door no time for looking back
Embrace new opportunities and don't let fear or regret hold you back from moving forward
You say that time's been passing by
You feel like time is slipping away and you haven't accomplished anything significant
Feeling there is nothing concrete
You feel uncertain and lack direction in your life
Living for the moment
You are focused on immediate pleasure or satisfaction, without considering long-term consequences
Blinded by your dreams
Your aspirations and hopes may cloud your judgment and cause you to make irrational decisions
All you're saying you can't hold on
You feel like you can't cope with the challenges and hardships you are facing
It's getting harder every day
Your struggles are becoming increasingly difficult to manage and overcome
You can't change who you are
You shouldn't try to be someone else or compromise your values to please others
Something you gotta face
You must accept and confront who you truly are, and work towards self-improvement and growth
You fell for promises
You believed in empty pledges or assurances that were never delivered
No one really ever made
Those promises were never sincere or authentic
Invisible pictures come true
Mirages or illusions can seem real or attainable, but they will never amount to anything substantial
Going through changes
You are experiencing personal growth or transformation that may be uncomfortable or challenging
Hoping that they never fade
You wish that your positive changes or progress will continue and not regress
Hold on don't reach for the stars
Be realistic and practical in your aspirations, and don't set impossible goals that will only lead to disappointment
Can't stop time's been passing by
Time waits for no one and life goes on, whether or not you are ready or prepared
It's like living on a one way street
Life can feel like a predetermined or unalterable path that only goes in one direction
Stop trying to escape from the real world
Don't avoid or ignore your problems or responsibilities, and face them head-on
And hanging by your string
You feel vulnerable or helpless in your circumstances, and don't have control over your life
You should know what you are
You should be self-aware of your strengths, weaknesses, and values, and use that knowledge to make informed decisions
You better find your own place
You must establish your own identity and purpose in life, rather than conforming to others' expectations or standards
You gotta face it make it on your own
You must confront your challenges and struggles independently, and work hard to achieve your goals and aspirations
Lyrics © SCHACHT MUSIC (REFERENCE), THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC.
Written by: DAVID REECE, GABY HOFFMANN, PETER BALTES, STEFAN KAUFMANN, WOLF HOFFMANN
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kkpriest
One of their best albums. Brilliant!! Every song is a masterpiece
TheChileanWay
great power song!!!....one of the best to keep you on your way!
NGWSoNnY
Accept the time i found out metal great memories to look back on. Then the other albums came accept great band no doubt about it, metal heart album is my favorite but this album is also great love the lyrics and the singer has a great voice, this song makes me happy for me the best song on the Album long life accept
madeleine blixt
Så bra ❤☀️
Nick Garren
loved this album. So he wasn't UDO??? Who cares??
Zeeshan Shah
Great tune !
Carnalite119
Their best album
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улётный концэрт
Kuron Gûyrá
This letter is beautiful
Den-Tin Palevo
Δισκάρα!!