After previous iterations of the group – the Polka Tulk Blues Band and Earth – the band settled on the name Black Sabbath in 1969. They distinguished themselves through occult themes with horror-inspired lyrics and down-tuned guitars. Signing to Philips Records in November 1969, they released their first single, "Evil Woman", in January 1970, and their debut album, Black Sabbath, was released the following month. Though it received a negative critical response, the album was a commercial success, leading to a follow-up record, Paranoid, later that year. The band's popularity grew, and by 1973's Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, critics were starting to respond favourably.
Osbourne's excessive substance abuse led to his firing in 1979. He was replaced by former Rainbow vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Following two albums with Dio, Black Sabbath endured many personnel changes in the 1980s and 1990s that included vocalists Ian Gillan, Glenn Hughes, Ray Gillen and Tony Martin, as well as several drummers and bassists. Martin, who replaced Gillan in 1987, was the second-longest serving vocalist and recorded three albums with Black Sabbath before his dismissal in 1991. That same year, Iommi and Butler were rejoined by Dio and drummer Vinny Appice to record Dehumanizer (1992). After two more studio albums with Martin, who replaced Dio in 1993, the band's original line-up reunited in 1997 and released a live album, Reunion, the following year; they continued to tour occasionally until 2005. Other than various back catalogue reissues and compilation albums, as well as the Mob Rules-era line-up reunited as Heaven & Hell, there was no further activity under the Black Sabbath until 2011 with the release of their final studio album and 19th overall, 13, in 2013, which features all of the original members except Ward. During their farewell tour, the band played their final concert in their home city of Birmingham on 4 February 2017. Occasional partial reunions have happened since, most recently when Osbourne and Iommi performed together at the closing ceremony of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Black Sabbath have sold over 70 million records worldwide as of 2013, making them one of the most commercially successful heavy metal bands. Black Sabbath, together with Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin, have been referred to as the "unholy trinity of British hard rock and heavy metal in the early to mid-seventies". They were ranked by MTV as the "Greatest Metal Band of All Time" and placed second on VH1's "100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock" list. Rolling Stone magazine ranked them number 85 on their "100 Greatest Artists of All Time". Black Sabbath were inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006. They have also won two Grammy Awards for Best Metal Performance, and in 2019 the band were presented a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Studio albums
Black Sabbath (1970)
Paranoid (1970)
Master of Reality (1971)
Vol. 4 (1972)
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (1973)
Sabotage (1975)
Technical Ecstasy (1976)
Never Say Die! (1978)
Heaven and Hell (1980)
Mob Rules (1981)
Born Again (1983)
Seventh Star (1986)
The Eternal Idol (1987)
Headless Cross (1989)
Tyr (1990)
Dehumanizer (1992)
Cross Purposes (1994)
Forbidden (1995)
13 (2013)
Spiral Architect
Black Sabbath Lyrics
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Selling me their time
Child of god sitting in the sun
Giving peace of mind
Fictional seduction
On a black snow sky
Sadness kills the superman
Even fathers cry
Of all the things I value most of all
I look inside myself and see
My world and know that it is good
You know that I should
Superstitious century
Didn't time go slow
Separating sanity
Watching children grow
Synchronated undertaker
Spiral skies
Silver ships on plasmic oceans
In disguise
Of all the things I value most in life
I see my memories and feel their warmth
And know that they are good
You know that I should
Watching eyes of celluloid
Tell you how to live
Metaphoric motor-replay
Give, give, give
Laughter kissing love is showing me the way
Spiral city architect
I build, you pay
Of all the things I value most of all
I look upon my earth and feel the warmth
And know that it is good
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
The lyrics to Black Sabbath's song Spiral Architect convey themes of the struggles of life and the human condition. The opening lines, "Sorcerers of madness Selling me their time" suggest that people are constantly being sold concepts of madness, which could refer to the negative influences that society can have on an individual. The line "Child of God sitting in the sun Giving peace of mind" seems to offer a sense of hope and peace amidst the chaos.
The phrase "fictional seduction on a black snow sky" could refer to the idea of being lured in by false promises and illusions, only to be left feeling empty or isolated. The line "Sadness kills the Superman, even fathers cry" could be referencing the idea that even those who are seemingly invincible or strong can be brought down by sadness and pain.
The chorus, "Of all the things I value most of all I look inside myself and see My world and know that it is good You know that I should" highlights the importance of self-reflection and being able to find happiness within oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Sorcerers of madness
People who manipulate or control the mind in an irrational or insane way
Selling me their time
Offering to help or assist, but in reality, taking advantage of me by charging me money for their services
Child of god sitting in the sun
A person who is innocent and pure, enjoying the simple pleasures of life
Giving peace of mind
Providing a sense of tranquility or calmness to someone
Fictional seduction
Being attracted to something that is not real or true
On a black snow sky
In a desolate or bleak environment
Sadness kills the superman
Even strong or powerful individuals can be affected by emotional pain or distress
Even fathers cry
Men, who are often expected to be strong and emotionless, are also subject to the same emotional struggles as anyone else
Of all the things I value most of all
When considering all that is important and meaningful to me
I look inside myself and see
Reflecting on my inner self and examining my personal beliefs and values
My world and know that it is good
Feeling content and satisfied with my life and surroundings
You know that I should
Acknowledging that others may recognize the same value in my life and beliefs
Superstitious century
A time period in which irrational beliefs and practices were common
Didn't time go slow
Referring to a time when life moved more slowly or calmly
Separating sanity
The division or separation of rationality and clarity from chaos and disorder
Watching children grow
Observing the development and growth of young individuals
Synchronated undertaker
A funeral director or someone who prepares the dead for burial
Spiral skies
Reference to an ascending or twisting path, possibly leading to enlightenment or truth
Silver ships on plasmic oceans
An image of futuristic, advanced technology on a vast and seemingly endless ocean
In disguise
Hidden or camouflaged, possibly not being what it seems
Watching eyes of celluloid
Observing or being influenced by fictional or media-based images
Tell you how to live
Providing guidance or direction for one's lifestyle or beliefs
Metaphoric motor-replay
A figurative depiction of repetitive, mechanical behavior or thought patterns
Give, give, give
Requiring others to constantly give or provide, without reciprocating or showing gratitude
Laughter kissing love is showing me the way
Discovering love and happiness through humor and joy
Spiral city architect
A visionary individual who designs and creates complex structures or ideas
I build, you pay
The notion that one is building or creating something, while another is providing the means or resources to make it possible
I look upon my earth and feel the warmth
Viewing nature and the world with appreciation and love
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MICHAEL BUTLER, OZZY OSBOURNE, TONY IOMMI, WILLIAM WARD
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@MrSirDrew
Lyrics
Sorcerers of madness
Selling me their time
Child of god sitting in the sun
Giving peace of mind
Fictional seduction
On a black snow sky
Sadness kills the superman
Even fathers cry
Of all the things I value most of all
I look inside myself and see
My world and know that it is good
You know that I should
Superstitious century
Didn't time go slow
Separating sanity
Watching children grow
Synchronated undertaker
Spiral skies
Silver ships on plasmic oceans
In disquise
Of all the things I value most in life
I see my memories and feel their warmth
And know that they are good
You know that I should
Watching eyes of celluloid
Tell you how to live
Metaphoric motor-replay
Give, give, give!
Laughter kissing love
Is showing me the way
Spiral city architect
I build, you pay
Of all the things I value most of all
I look upon my earth and feel the warmth
And know that it is good
@falmeida59
Sorcerers of madness
Selling me their time
Child of god sitting in the sun
Giving peace of mind
Fictional seduction
On a black snow sky
Sadness kills the superman
Even fathers cry
Of all the things I value most of all
I look inside myself and see
My world and know that it is good
You know that I should
Superstitious century
Didn't time go slow
Separating sanity
Watching children grow
Synchronated undertaker
Spiral skies
Silver ships on plasmic oceans
In disguise
Of all the things I value most in life
I see my memories and feel their warmth
And know that they are good
You know that I should
Watching eyes of celluloid
Tell you how to live
Metaphoric motor-replay
Give, give, give
Laughter kissing love is showing me the way
Spiral city architect
I build, you pay
Of all the things I value most of all
I look upon my earth and feel the warmth
And know that it is good
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should
Compositores: Michael Butler / Ozzy Osbourne / Tony Iommi / William Ward
@itchieG
This is honestly one of the best songs ever written..
@user-fx9vq7gf3j
how so
@eranorion
@@user-fx9vq7gf3j Listen to, the lyrics......accompanied with the perfect musical arrangements......as always. BS!!!
@charlesserre6928
You sir, are correct.
@Baard5Szomoru
aren't the lyrics about heavy drugs? heroin I think
@Jotizs
@@user-fx9vq7gf3j Intelligent lyrics, shift from a troubled acoustic composition to racing guitars, great vocal melody, great build-up, great instruments, great chorus, great structure. This song is as close to perfection as can be.
@seant.9402
I've said it before and I'll say it again , they should have a mandatory Black Sabbath Day where all they do on the radio is play their whole catalog of songs from start to finish and let the world hear all the other brilliant tracks that this particular band created!!! So many folks out there only hear and know the handful of tracks that get the constant airplay! People are missing out , such a shame. BLACK SABBATH FOREVER 🤘🤘
@aetheric-r-us
Every day is black sabbath day !
@davidsalopek1467
This album mixes well with bong hits sabbath forever
@johndrake2729
Agreed. Who wants to hear "Iron Man" every other day?