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)
Sucks To Be You
Accept Lyrics
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You think that you're the messiah
And that you never do wrong
You, expect us to be believers
We know that you're a deceiver
And you'll string us along
Born to be a loser
You know it all, but you just don't have a clue
Oh well, it sucks to be you
Sucks to be you
Yeah, it sucks to be you
Sucks to be you
You, you set my world on fire
You watch the flames grow higher
You love to watch it burn
You're, a source of endless chatter
Somehow you think that you matter
And that it's always your turn
Washed up and depleted
Jealous and enraged
Your story's over, but you just can't turn the page
Oh well, it sucks to be you
Sucks to be you
Yeah, it sucks to be you
Sucks to be you
Deep down inside of you
Lives a coward and a liar
Deep down inside of you
Your selfishness burns brighter
Deep down inside of you
Your arrogance rings true
Deep down inside of you
It must suck to be you
Narcissistic loser
Boasting's all you do
About yourself, until your face is blue
Oh well, it sucks to be you
Sucks to be you
Yeah, it sucks to be you!
Sucks to be you
Sucks to be you!
The lyrics of Accept's song "Sucks To Be You" depict a strong sense of resentment towards someone who is perceived as a perpetual liar, a narcissistic individual who thinks they are above everyone else. The singer acknowledges this person's sense of superiority and delusion by stating that they believe themselves to be the messiah and never in the wrong. However, the singer and others are aware of this person's deceitful nature and do not subscribe to their beliefs.
The first verse addresses the subject directly, highlighting their constant lying and the expectation they have for others to believe them. It suggests that this person is manipulative, stringing others along for their own benefit. The chorus then emphasizes the negative sentiment towards this individual, asserting that it must truly suck to be them.
In the second verse, the focus shifts to the destructive aspect of this person. They are described as setting the world on fire and enjoying watching the flames grow higher. This imagery can be interpreted as them enjoying chaos and turmoil. The lyrics also mention their incessant chatter, their belief that they matter more than others, and their expectation to always have their turn. The verse concludes by stating that their story is over, but they cannot move on, implying that they are stuck in their destructive behavior.
The bridge of the song delves deeper into the negative qualities of this person. It describes them as a coward, a liar, and selfish. Their arrogance is highlighted, suggesting that they believe themselves to be superior to others. The repetitive phrase "it must suck to be you" reinforces the disdain and pity felt towards this individual.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sucks To Be You" convey a strong sense of frustration and resentment towards a person who is a habitual liar and narcissist, highlighting the negative consequences of their actions and attitudes.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you're a perpetual liar
You are constantly dishonest
You think that you're the messiah
You believe yourself to be a savior-like figure
And that you never do wrong
And that you are incapable of making mistakes
You, expect us to be believers
You anticipate that we will have blind faith in you
We know that you're a deceiver
We are aware that you manipulate and deceive
And you'll string us along
And you will manipulate and control us
Born to be a loser
Destined to always be unsuccessful
Boasting's all you do
You constantly brag and boast
You know it all, but you just don't have a clue
You think you're knowledgeable, but you're actually clueless
You, you set my world on fire
You ignite chaos and destruction in my life
You watch the flames grow higher
You derive pleasure from seeing the situation worsen
You love to watch it burn
You take joy in witnessing the destruction
You're, a source of endless chatter
You are constantly talking, with no substance
Somehow you think that you matter
Despite being insignificant, you believe you are important
And that it's always your turn
And you believe everything should revolve around you
Washed up and depleted
Worn out and exhausted
Jealous and enraged
Envious and furious
Your story's over, but you just can't turn the page
Your chapter in life has ended, but you refuse to move on
Deep down inside of you
In your innermost self
Lives a coward and a liar
Resides a person who is both fearful and deceitful
Your selfishness burns brighter
Your self-centeredness becomes more evident
Your arrogance rings true
Your excessive pride is undeniably evident
It must suck to be you
It must be miserable being you
Narcissistic loser
A self-obsessed and unsuccessful person
Boasting's all you do
Your only accomplishment is bragging
About yourself, until your face is blue
Endlessly talking about yourself, until you are exhausted
Oh well, it sucks to be you
Well, it is unfortunate for you
Sucks to be you
Your situation is unpleasant
Yeah, it sucks to be you
Indeed, it is unfortunate to be you
Sucks to be you
Your circumstances are undesirable
Sucks to be you
It is unpleasurable to be you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Mark Tornillo, Martin Motnik, Wolf Hoffmann
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JWW 21st Century Urban Cowboy
Very very good!!! Who said metal was dead?
Stand Alone
I finally returned the album and got my money back.,… Accept right On the CD how we can all come together through music,...And then write an extremely divisive song like sucks to be you. No longer Accept fan,.. sold my whole collection of them......Honestly,… With all the diversity of fans that metal bands have it’s a bad idea to get political!,… In this day and age if you continue to be political you’ll lose money and it will suck to be you.
anne provillard
one of the best heavy metal band ever.....just dynamite at time
thanks thanks thanks thanks
Filosofem Nazg
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Nunya Bizness
I dunno, but I'm pretty sure this one's about Trump... :)
Stand Alone
@Sam Pedneau yes. Wolff hoffman
Pyrogore
@Stand Alone Actually I do agree with you. The message of keeping bad people out of your life isn't very political to be honest. Hence why I shared the quote. The first person this song reminded me of was my abusive ex. Lots of good rock music comes from our struggles with other people. I'd love if there were alot less Bruce Springsteens in the music industry.
Stand Alone
@Pyrogore I love Accept! I always well. The music is fabulous touches my heart and soul. But I think politics really need to stay out of most rock ‘n’ roll and heavy-metal because it divides us so much but it’s cool we’ll just agree to disagree.
Pyrogore
@Stand Alone I think the message is geared towards narcissists, regardless of the political stance. Notice how in another song "No Ones Master" they pretty much tell MSM to go to hell. The people to bring together are the non-elitist minds, the people who live by their own virtues and don't go around shoving them in other people's mouths. Regardless of political differences, we need to tell the narcissists on either side who like to control people, whether its through cancelling ideas, guns, speech, etc. that they cannot control us.
Stand Alone
@Pyrogore It just seems to me that everything the left-wing liberal media and CNN ever said about Trump was brought up in the song. But I do understand,… We all have people we feel this way about. But as a capitalist, every publican a second amendment NRA member I was slightly wondering what are you trying to say here. But as an American and I believe in freedom we are the right to say what we want to say.,… And so do I. But just remember,… I am for freedom I’m for independence I’m for individuality I am for life. I am for rock ‘n’ roll and freedom.,… So I support your right to say what Ever you want to say. But just support me in that same thing too. I’ve been Accept fan since I was 13 and I love The Band! But what you wrote in the sleeve of the CD about how music brings us together, I was concerned about how divisive sucks to be you song is. Because it’s deliberately drawing attention to,… Our differences.