Blind Guardian is a part of the German heavy metal scene that emerged in the mid-1980s. The band was formed in 1984 as Lucifer's Heritage by Kürsch (then also bassist), Olbrich, other guitarist Markus Dörk, and drummer Thomas Stauch. Dörk and Stauch both left the following year and were replaced by Christof Theißen and Hans-Peter Frey, respectively, who left as well before the end of the year. In 1987, Siepen joined, and Stauch returned; under this lineup, which lasted 18 years (the longest in the band's history), the band changed their name to Blind Guardian and released their first album, Battalions of Fear, in 1988. They have since released ten more studio albums, including an orchestral album that was released under the name Blind Guardian Twilight Orchestra.
Over the releases, Blind Guardian established themselves as a notably successful band and as pioneers of the power metal movement. In 1996, Kürsch stopped acting as the band's bassist to focus on vocals. Various session members replaced him, mainly Oliver Holzwarth. However, in 2005, Stauch left the band, disapproving of Blind Guardian's transition into a more complex progressive sound with a heavy use of backing vocals, and was replaced by Ehmke.
Most of Blind Guardian's albums were well received by fans and critics alike: Somewhere Far Beyond (1992), Imaginations from the Other Side (1995), and Nightfall in Middle-Earth (1998), are especially seen as influential works. The music is mostly composed by Kürsch and Olbrich together, and the lyrics, written by Kürsch, are mostly inspired by the fiction of fantasy authors such as J. R. R. Tolkien, Michael Moorcock, Stephen King, George R. R. Martin, and Robert Jordan, as well as traditional legends and epics. Over the years, a theme has developed which personifies the band members as traveling storytellers, leading fans to refer to the band affectionately as "The Bards." Blind Guardian has been referred to in one article as one of power metal "big four" bands, along with Helloween, Sabaton, and DragonForce.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blind_Guardian
Discography
Battalions of Fear (1988)
Follow the Blind (1989)
Tales from the Twilight World (1990)
Somewhere Far Beyond (1992)
Imaginations from the Other Side (1995)
Nightfall in Middle-Earth (1998)
A Night at the Opera (2002)
A Twist in the Myth (2006)
At the Edge of Time (2010)
Beyond the Red Mirror (2015)
Legacy of the Dark Lands (2019)
The God Machine (2022)
Don't Talk To Strangers
Blind Guardian Lyrics
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Don't write in starlight
Cause the words may come out real
Don't hide in doorways
You may find the key that opens up your soul
Don't go to heaven cause it's really only hell
Don't smell the flowers
They're an evil drug to make you lose your mind
'Cause they'll only bring you down
Hey you, you know me You've touched me, but I'm real
I'm forever the one who lets you look and see
Can You feel me? I'm danger- I'm a stranger
And I
I'm darkness I'm anger I'm pain
I am the master
The evil song you sing inside your brain, drive you insane
Don't talk
Don't let them inside your mind yeah
Run away Run away goooo
Don't let them in your mind , touch your soul
Don't dance in darkness
You may stumble and you're sure to fall
Don't write in starlight
Cause the words may come out real
Don't talk to strangers
Cause the're only there to make you sad
Don't dream of women
Cause They'll only bring you down
Run away
These lyrics from Blind Guardian's song "Don't Talk To Strangers" are about the dangers of trusting strangers and giving in to temptation. The song advises to avoid certain actions that may lead to harm, whether it be physical or mental. The lyrics warn against trusting strangers, as they may be there solely to harm you. The line "Don't write in starlight cause the words may come out real" is a warning against being too absorbed in imagination and fantasy, as it can cause a blur between reality and fiction. Instead, the song suggests being aware of our surroundings and actions, as we may find something inside that can lead to fulfillment and success.
The song speaks of the power of darkness and pain and how it can lead to self-destructive behavior. The line "I am the master, the evil song you sing inside your brain, drive you insane" suggests that our negative thoughts can have a damaging effect on our mental health, and it is important to stay away from them. The song also stresses the importance of not giving in to temptation, no matter how alluring it may seem. The line "Don't smell the flowers, they're an evil drug to make you lose your mind" is a metaphor for avoiding harmful indulgences that may cloud our judgment and lead us down the wrong path.
Line by Line Meaning
Cause the're only there to do you harm
Advice against trusting strangers, as they might have malicious intentions
Don't write in starlight
Avoid expressing yourself in a way that might reveal your vulnerability
Cause the words may come out real
Be cautious when you share your thoughts or feelings, as they might be taken seriously
Don't hide in doorways
Don't isolate yourself or stay in places where you can't escape easily
You may find the key that opens up your soul
Sometimes facing difficult situations might reveal something about yourself that you didn't know before
Don't go to heaven cause it's really only hell
Don't fall for offers that seem too good to be true, as they might have hidden consequences
Don't smell the flowers
Be careful of indulging in pleasure or temptation, as they might have negative effects on you
They're an evil drug to make you lose your mind
Flowers might have a hypnotic or addictive quality to draw you in
Don't dream of women
Don't idealize or obsess over romantic partners, as it might lead to disappointment or heartbreak
'Cause they'll only bring you down
A caution against placing too much hope or expectation on others, as it might be a letdown
Hey you, you know me You've touched me, but I'm real
A stranger might try to establish a sense of familiarity or trust to exploit you
I'm forever the one who lets you look and see
The temptation of the unknown might seem alluring, but it's better to resist it
Can You feel me? I'm danger- I'm a stranger
A warning about the potential danger of allowing unknown people or ideas into your life
And I I'm darkness I'm anger I'm pain I am the master
The stranger might have a hidden agenda or the ability to manipulate you
The evil song you sing inside your brain, drive you insane
Allowing the stranger to influence your thoughts or actions might push you to a point of no return
Don't talk Don't let them inside your mind yeah
Reinforcing the importance of not letting strangers into your life, both physically and mentally
Run away Run away goooo
A call to action to escape from any potential danger or harm
Don't let them in your mind , touch your soul
A reminder that strangers can have a strong influence on your innermost thoughts and feelings, so it's best to avoid letting them in
Don't dance in darkness
Don't put yourself in risky or vulnerable situations where you might get hurt
You may stumble and you're sure to fall
Throwing caution to the wind might result in negative consequences for you
Don't talk to strangers
A repeated warning against interacting with unknown people
Cause the're only there to make you sad
The potential emotional harm of indulging in strangers or unfamiliar experiences
Don't dream of women
A repeated caution against investing too much in romantic relationships, which might lead to negative outcomes
Cause They'll only bring you down
Emphasizing the potential negative effects of romantic relationships, particularly when invested too heavily
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICK SPRINGFIELD
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