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.
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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)
Hallelujah
Blind Guardian Lyrics
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I am a preacher with a message for my people
Over the world, scratching on the ground
Looking for the peace that nobody has found
I am a spokesman for a better way of living
Love is the word and it can be heard
If you are young the message can be sung
Let me hear you sing, Hallelujah
Oh tell it to the man who's power is the sermon on the wall
Tell it to the man who says you can misjudge them all
Tell it 'till it can be heard above the wailing of the crowd
Tell it on the field of war and hope you'll soon be justified
There is a better way of life and it's not so hard to find
If you live and let the people in your world speak its mind
I am the pupil who sells his life for freedom
All over the world and it can be heard
If you are young the message can be sung
Hallelujah
Blind Guardian’s song “Hallelujah” can be interpreted as a call to people of all nations to come together in peace and harmony. The lyrics are written from the perspective of a preacher who is trying to impart a message of love and unity to his followers. The preacher is urging people to look beyond the trivial differences that separate them and focus on the commonalities that bind them together.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of love and understanding in creating a better world. The use of the term “Hallelujah” further emphasizes the need for reverence and celebration of the good in the world. The preacher is urging his followers to spread this message of peace and unity to others, no matter where they are located.
The chorus of the song encourages people to sing “Hallelujah” and proclaim the message of love and peace to those who need to hear it. The final line of the chorus, “hope you’ll soon be justified,” suggests that the preacher is urging his followers to continue spreading this message of hope, even if they face opposition or challenges.
Overall, “Hallelujah” is a powerful call to people of all nations to come together in love and harmony, and strive towards creating a better world for all.
Line by Line Meaning
Hallelujah
An expression of praise or joy in response to the message being conveyed
I am a preacher with a message for my people
I am conveying a message of hope and positivity to those who will listen
Over the world, scratching on the ground
The people of the world are struggling and trying to find a way forward
Looking for the peace that nobody has found
Everyone is searching for a way to live peacefully but no one has discovered it yet
I am a spokesman for a better way of living
I am promoting a path towards a better and more fulfilling life
Love is the word and it can be heard
Love is the key to unlocking a better way of living and it's a message that can resonate with many people
If you are young the message can be sung
Young people are more likely to be receptive to this message and can help spread it through song and action
Let me hear you sing, Hallelujah
Encouraging the listeners to join in and express their joy and hope
Oh tell it to the man who's power is the sermon on the wall
The one in authority who delivers religious or political speeches needs to hear this message too
Tell it to the man who says you can misjudge them all
Challenge and persuade those who discriminate against others and hope they'll see the light
Tell it 'till it can be heard above the wailing of the crowd
Keep spreading this message of hope and love until it becomes the loudest voice amidst the chaos and pain of the world
Tell it on the field of war and hope you'll soon be justified
Even in times of conflict and battle, this message can be shared with the hope of bringing about peace and understanding
There is a better way of life and it's not so hard to find
There is a path towards a more fulfilling and peaceful life, and it's not impossible to discover or implement
If you live and let the people in your world speak its mind
If you open yourself up to others and listen to their thoughts and ideas, you can find a path towards a better life for all
I am the pupil who sells his life for freedom
I am dedicating my life towards promoting freedom and equality for all people
All over the world and it can be heard
This message is needed and heard by people all over the world who are searching for a better way of living
If you are young the message can be sung
Young people can play a crucial role in spreading this message through song and action
Hallelujah
An expression of praise or joy in response to the message being conveyed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Roger Frederick Cook, Roger John Reginald Greenaway
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