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)
Walk Away
Black Sabbath Lyrics
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Nothing I've seen in my life has ever pleased me more
She's got the look of freedom, and it makes you think she's wild
But I can see right through it all, it's the way to have a child
Oh, walk away
She's looking to love you
There's nothing to say
Just turn your head and walk away
Walk away, walk on
She moves in sunlight, never seen the night at all
Like a star in the midnight sky, burns before it falls
I've never been lonely, and I can't imagine why
Maybe she could be the one to tell me, I guess it's do or die
Can't see her fire
But I can feel her heat, all right
It's rising higher
I'm walking the wire
Walk on by
Oh, walk away
She's looking to love you
There's nothing to say
Just turn your head and walk away
Oh, walk on by, walk away
Oh, oh, oh walk on, walk on, walk on, walk way
You'll feel her fire, she'll lift you higher
But don't be fooled, just turn your head and walk away
The lyrics to Black Sabbath's song Walk Away describe the singer's encounter with a beautiful woman whom he finds irresistible, but ultimately decides to walk away from. The singer describes the woman as "handsome" and free-spirited, with a look of wildness about her. However, he sees through her apparent freedom and realizes that she is looking for love and commitment, which he is not prepared to offer. The song's chorus repeats the mantra to "walk away," emphasizing the singer's decision to resist the woman's alluring charm and emotions.
As the song continues, the singer describes the woman's beauty and energy, comparing her to a star in the midnight sky. He admits that he has never been lonely, which suggests that he is comfortable with his decision to avoid commitment. However, he wonders if this woman might be the one who could change his mind, making him feel that he must either take the risk of falling in love or continue to live without experiencing the intensity of romantic emotions.
The lyrics to Walk Away reflect the common theme of reluctance to commit to a romantic relationship. The singer's decision to walk away from the woman reflects his fear of being hurt or losing his independence. Despite his attraction to the woman, he avoids emotional vulnerability and decides to resist the temptation. The song's message is both cautionary and empowering, encouraging individuals to think carefully before making themselves vulnerable to another person's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord she's handsome as she flows across the floor
The woman is physically attractive as she walks.
Nothing I've seen in my life has ever pleased me more
There is nothing more pleasing in life than her beauty.
She's got the look of freedom, and it makes you think she's wild
Her appearance suggests that she is free-spirited and rebellious.
But I can see right through it all, it's the way to have a child
Despite her wild appearance, he knows that she is only trying to attract a partner for procreation.
Oh, walk away
The singer advises the listener to leave her alone.
She's looking to love you
The woman is seeking a romantic partner.
There's nothing to say
There is no need for conversation or connection.
Just turn your head and walk away
The best course of action is to avoid her and move on.
Walk away, walk on
Continue walking away.
She moves in sunlight, never seen the night at all
She only appears during the day and never ventures out at night.
Like a star in the midnight sky, burns before it falls
Her beauty is like a star that shines brightly but then fades away.
I've never been lonely, and I can't imagine why
The singer has never felt alone and doesn't understand why someone would seek out companionship with this woman.
Maybe she could be the one to tell me, I guess it's do or die
He is unsure if this woman could provide him with companionship, but is willing to try.
Can't see her fire
He cannot see her passion or motives.
But I can feel her heat, all right
He can sense her presence and desire.
It's rising higher
Her desire is intensifying.
I'm walking the wire
He is balancing between wanting to pursue her and knowing he should walk away.
Walk on by
Leave her alone and continue on your way.
You'll feel her fire, she'll lift you higher
If you give into her desires, she will make you feel alive and passionate.
But don't be fooled, just turn your head and walk away
Even though she may be tempting, it is wise to resist her advances and leave her be.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TERRENCE BUTLER, RONNIE JAMES DIO, TONY IOMMI, WILLIAM T. WARD
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