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.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accept_(band)
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)
Too Mean to Die
Accept Lyrics
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A weapon of destruction with both hands on the switch
Walk right through the fire with venom in my veins
Breaking down the doors, kicking ass and taking names
Striking just like lightning, forward without fear
Don't think twice about it, never shed a tear
Stalk like a chameleon, hiding in plain sight
I'm a man on a mission
You'll never kill me
And I'm a man with a vision
You're too blind to see
I'm too mean to die
I'm too mean to die
Spit right in your eye
Poison and infection, parasites and pain
Can't live within me, they all go up in flames
Powered by adrenaline, vengeance is the creed
Focused like a pit bull, satisfaction guaranteed
I'm a man on a mission
You'll never kill me
And I'm a man with a vision
You're just too blind to see
I'm too mean to die
I'm too mean to die
I've got to live forever
I'm too mean to die
Too mean to die
You can't kill me
I was born to survive
Got the heart of a lion
I'm a cat with nine lives
I'm too mean to die
Too mean to die
I'm too mean to die
I just might live forever
I'm too mean to die
Too mean to die
The lyrics of Accept's song "Too Mean to Die" convey a powerful and resilient attitude, depicting the singer as a relentless heavy metal warrior who refuses to be defeated. The opening lines establish this persona by describing the singer as a restless son of a bitch and a weapon of destruction. They confidently declare their ability to face challenges head-on, even in the face of danger and adversity. The reference to walking through fire with venom in their veins symbolizes their fearless and determined nature.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's stealthy and unpredictable nature. They compare themselves to a chameleon, implying that they can adapt and blend in, making their presence unnoticed until it's too late for their opponents to react. This showcases their cunning and strategic approach to their endeavors.
Throughout the song, the idea of being too mean to die is repeatedly emphasized. It signifies the singer's indomitable spirit and refusal to be defeated. The chorus repeatedly asserts their resilience and invincibility, declaring that their adversaries cannot kill them. This determination and will to survive are portrayed as qualities that set them apart and make them unstoppable.
The lyrics also express a sense of vengeance and the desire for satisfaction. The singer is described as fueled by adrenaline, seeking retribution towards those who have wronged them. The line "Focused like a pit bull, satisfaction guaranteed" emphasizes their unwavering focus and determination to accomplish their goals, ensuring that they achieve the justice they seek.
The song concludes by reiterating the singer's indomitable nature. They assert that they were born to survive, likening themselves to a lion with the heart of a warrior and claiming to possess nine lives. This imagery emphasizes their resilience and suggests that they will continue to live on, defying any attempts to bring them down.
Overall, "Too Mean to Die" celebrates the unwavering spirit of a heavy metal warrior, emphasizing their determination, resilience, and refusal to be defeated by any challenge that comes their way.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a heavy metal warrior, restless son of a bitch
I am a fierce and relentless warrior, an unruly individual
A weapon of destruction with both hands on the switch
I possess the power to cause destruction and control it effortlessly
Walk right through the fire with venom in my veins
I fearlessly face challenges and obstacles, fueled by my fierce determination
Breaking down the doors, kicking ass and taking names
I aggressively confront and defeat my adversaries, leaving a lasting impact
Striking just like lightning, forward without fear
I attack swiftly and decisively, devoid of any hesitation
Don't think twice about it, never shed a tear
I act without hesitation or doubt, unaffected by emotions
Stalk like a chameleon, hiding in plain sight
I move stealthily and blend in effortlessly, remaining undetected
You won't see me coming, too late just say goodnight
By the time you notice my presence, it will be too late to react
I'm a man on a mission
I have a clear purpose and objective
You'll never kill me
No matter what you do, you will never succeed in causing my demise
And I'm a man with a vision
I possess a clear and inspiring vision for the future
You're too blind to see
You lack the perception and understanding to comprehend my vision
I'm too mean to die
I possess an indomitable spirit, impossible to extinguish
Spit right in your eye
I confront and defy you with utter contempt and disrespect
Poison and infection, parasites and pain
Negative influences, toxic relationships, and suffering have no effect on me
Can't live within me, they all go up in flames
I reject and eliminate any harmful elements, causing them to be eradicated
Powered by adrenaline, vengeance is the creed
My actions are fueled by intense energy and a desire for revenge
Focused like a pit bull, satisfaction guaranteed
I am intensely focused and determined, ensuring that I achieve complete satisfaction
You can't kill me
No matter what you attempt, you cannot bring about my demise
I was born to survive
My very existence is characterized by resilience and the ability to overcome any challenge
Got the heart of a lion
I possess tremendous courage and unwavering determination
I'm a cat with nine lives
I have the ability to endure and persevere through multiple life-threatening situations
I just might live forever
There is a possibility that I will continue to exist indefinitely
Too mean to die
My tenacity, strength, and resilience make it impossible for me to succumb to death
Too mean to die
My indomitable spirit and refusal to give up ensure that I cannot be defeated by mortality
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Deaffy Deaffy, Mark Tornillo, Wolf Hoffmann
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Thanks Wolf Hoffman for keeping Accept alive!
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@furiousbarber9169
Wolf ran off the rest.....
@godareyou2126
Todo accept se lo debe
@D1rtySanch3z72
Accept is the perfect example of what Heavy Metal should be. Their sound, their vibe, it's everything I love about metal!
@avi1179
So accept them lol
@Syklonus
No! Take that gatekeepnig shit away. Metal is made up of many sub genres - each one just as valid as the other. If every band sounded exactly the same it'd be boring.
@thepunslinger9349
A lot of new metal can't riff like the veterans can.