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)
Under The Sun
Black Sabbath Lyrics
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No black magician telling me to get my soul out
Don't believe in violence, I don't even believe in peace
I've opened the door and my mind has been released
Well I don't want no preacher telling me about the god in the sky
No I don't want no one to tell me where I'm gonna go when I die
I want to live my life with no people telling me what to do
Every day just comes and goes
Life is one big overdose
People try to ruin me
And I can't seem to eliminate them
People riding their real pace
Keep on running their rat race
Behind each flower grows a weed
In their world of make-believe
So believe what I tell you, it's the only way to fight in the end
Just believe in yourself, you know you really shouldn't have to pretend
Don't let those empty people try and interfere with your mind
Just live your life and leave them all behind
The lyrics to Black Sabbath's song "Under the Sun/Every Day Comes and Goes" seem to be a rejection of organized religion, societal norms, and the pressures of conformity. The opening lines dismiss the idea of demonic forces or black magic, suggesting a rejection of belief in the supernatural. The emphasis on not wanting anyone to tell the singer what to do or believe highlights a desire for independence and individuality. This is reinforced in the final lines, where the singer advises the listener to "just live your life and leave them all behind."
The chorus emphasizes the cyclical nature of life and the challenges that come with it. Every day, it seems, people try to get in the way, slow us down, or drag us down. This struggle is compounded by the pressures of society, which is often referred to as a "rat race" in the second verse. Though the singer recognizes that there is beauty in the world ("behind each flower grows a weed"), they seem to suggest that the difficulties of life and the negativity of others can obscure this beauty.
Overall, the song seems to encourage listeners to be true to themselves, live their lives on their own terms, and not be bothered by the negativity of others. It's a message that can resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to find their own way and be true to themselves in a world that often pushes conformity.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I don't want no demon to tell me what it's all about
I don't want any evil spirit or entity to dictate the meaning and purpose of life to me.
No black magician telling me to get my soul out
I refuse to be convinced by any sorcerer or wizard to trade my soul for material or supernatural gains.
Don't believe in violence, I don't even believe in peace
I don't subscribe to the idea of using force, aggression, or war to solve problems, but neither do I trust peaceful resolutions to all conflicts.
I've opened the door and my mind has been released
By freeing myself from dogmatic beliefs and open up to new ideas and experiences, I have widened my intellectual horizons and set my mind free.
Well I don't want no preacher telling me about the god in the sky
I don't want any religious leader to lecture me about the existence or nature of a deity or divine being residing in heaven.
No I don't want no one to tell me where I'm gonna go when I die
I reject any attempt by anyone to forecast or speculate about what happens to me when I pass away or make assumptions about an afterlife.
I want to live my life with no people telling me what to do
I aspire to have autonomy and make my own decisions without external control, coercion, or censorship.
I just believe in myself, 'cause no one else is true
I have faith in my abilities and convictions since I'm convinced that only my perception and experience of the world are genuine and reliable.
Every day just comes and goes
Life is transient, fleeting, and fleeting, and every moment is precious and unique.
Life is one big overdose
Our existence is often overwhelming, exhausting, and excessive due to the sheer intensity and variety of emotions, sensations, and stimuli it generates.
People try to ruin me
There are those who attempt to harm or sabotage me by attacking my reputation, undermining my goals, or impeding my progress.
And I can't seem to eliminate them
Despite my efforts, I'm unable to remove or avoid these negative and harmful influences, and they continue to hassle and affect me.
People riding their real pace
Most people follow their established routines or lifestyles regardless of their happiness, fulfillment, or aspirations.
Keep on running their rat race
Many lead an unfulfilling, stressful, and competitive life, chasing unattainable goals, and working themselves to exhaustion.
Behind each flower grows a weed
In life, not everything is as wonderful or pleasant as it seems since there are always negative, ugly, or unwanted aspects lurking in the background.
In their world of make-believe
People sometimes live in an illusory or deceptive environment, ignoring or denying reality or making up stories to justify their biases, prejudices, or fantasies.
So believe what I tell you, it's the only way to fight in the end
It is essential to trust and rely on oneself, and one's experience and intuition to overcome life's challenges and crises.
Just believe in yourself, you know you really shouldn't have to pretend
An individual's confidence and self-esteem arise from acknowledging and accepting their weaknesses and flaws, rather than pretending to be someone else.
Don't let those empty people try and interfere with your mind
One should guard themselves against the influence of people devoid of compassion, empathy, or intellect, and reject their attempts to manipulate, pressure, or control one's thoughts and emotions.
Just live your life and leave them all behind
It is vital to pursue a fulfilling, authentic, and meaningful life, free from the constraints, expectations, and limitations of others, and let go of toxic and negative individuals who only hinder one's progress and happiness.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: FRANK IOMMI, JOHN OSBOURNE, TERENCE BUTLER, WILLIAM WARD
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