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)
What Else
Accept Lyrics
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Keep dying
Nations
Dividing
Principles
They're gone
It's war
Wallstreet
Buy in politics
Jesus
Up for sale
Do anything for money
I'm a whore
What else
What's in it for me
What else
What else
What's in it for me
What else
Deadlines
Headlines
Make me the biggest star
I don't need personality
'Cause it's war
I'm greedy
I'm deadly
Don't give a fuck anymore
Anything for money
I'm a whore
The song 'What Else' by Accept is a commentary on the greed, corruption and moral decay that is rampant in modern society. The lyrics speak of dying heroes, nations dividing and the loss of principles. The line "it's war" suggests that this deterioration is a result of a constant battle for power and wealth. The verses go on to mention the influence of money in politics, with Wall Street playing a part in decision-making, and even religion being seen as something that can be bought and sold.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "what else", questioning what else there is to gain or pursue in a world where greed is the driving force. The singer of the song is portrayed as someone who is willing to do whatever it takes to get ahead, even if it means sacrificing their own values and becoming a "whore" for money. The final verse speaks of deadlines and headlines, with the central message being that fame and fortune are the ultimate goals for many people.
Ultimately, the song is a critique of the selfishness and materialism that pervades modern society. It urges listeners to question their own motivations and to consider what really matters in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Heroes
Those who are admired for their courage and noble qualities
Keep dying
Continue to die, despite being brave and virtuous
Nations
Countries or populations of people
Dividing
Separating into different groups or factions
Principles
Fundamental truths, beliefs, or values
They're gone
No longer present or upheld
It's war
A state of conflict and hostility
Wallstreet
A financial district in New York City
Buy in politics
Using money to gain influence in the political arena
Jesus
The central figure of Christianity
Up for sale
Available for purchase or manipulation
Do anything for money
Willing to perform any action for financial gain, regardless of morality or consequences
I'm a whore
I am prostituting my values for monetary compensation
What else
What other benefits or rewards are there
What's in it for me
What personal gain can I receive
Deadlines
A date or time by which something must be accomplished
Headlines
The headings of news articles
Make me the biggest star
Cause me to become the most famous or important person
I don't need personality
I do not require distinct traits or qualities as long as I am successful
'Cause it's war
Because the environment is competitive and cutthroat
I'm greedy
I have an excessive desire for wealth or possessions
I'm deadly
I am capable of causing harm or death to others for personal gain
Don't give a fuck anymore
I no longer care about anything beyond my own interests
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Deaffy, Peter Baltes, Stefan Kaufmann, Udo Dirkschneider, Wolf Hoffmann
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