1. A progressive metal band from Mexico that has played along with bands su… Read Full Bio ↴1. A progressive metal band from Mexico that has played along with bands such as Angra, Stratovarius, Arena, Flower Kings, etc.

2. A spanish RAC band which has appeared on "Diario de un Skin"

The band: Cruz de Hierro was originally founded by Ernesto Bringas in 1988 in Mexicali, B.C., Mexico. The band started with five members and has been evolving since then with several changes in its line-up so as with the style of the music they play. In 1994 they moved to Guadalajara, Jalisco. Actually they reside in Mexicali, B.C., Mexico. The mexican Dream Theater, no less! Different influences of the members have lead the band to the exploration of genres like heavy metal, neoclassic, progressive, electronic, folk rock, ending with a fusion of them all. They have realeased two albums. As a final result, the genre of Cruz de Hierro is Progressive Metal, with additions of some of the above and harmonies from jazz and classical music. Sung or instrumental, this powerful and sophisticated music, not unlike Rhapsody or Symphony X, will enchant all prog’ metal addicts!

Renaissance
Cruz de Hierro Lyrics

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We're living in darkness
That has last a hundred years
We're living in a nigthmare
And now is time to break free

- Come and see all around you
The power is in your hands
Against the monster market

Ride the storm and go to war

Break free from the illusion
Use your voice and make a stand
Plastic music makes confusion
Don't let them tell you what to say

- Come and see all around you
The power is in your hands
Against the monster market
Ride the storm and go to war

See, go on and follow your dreams

Open your mind and your ears
Music is art not back beats

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cruz de Hierro's song Renaissance paint a picture of a society that has been living in darkness and nightmares for a hundred years. The song encourages listeners to break free from this cycle and see the power they hold in their hands. The monster market is referenced, and the song suggests that going to war against it is necessary. The illusion is to be broken, and the listener is urged to use his voice and take a stand. The use of plastic music is seen as confusing, and the song demands that listeners not be told what to say. Instead, they should follow their dreams, open their minds and ears, and recognize that music is indeed an art, not just a collection of backbeats.

The song hints at a revolutionary spirit that is needed to break free from the oppressive society that has held us captive for so long. The lyrics call for a rebellion against the monster market that controls the music industry, and they encourage people to use their voices and take a stand. The song is a call to action for listeners to wake up from the nightmare they are living in and to take part in the Renaissance that is to come.

Line by Line Meaning

We're living in darkness
Our world is controlled by forces of ignorance and evil

That has last a hundred years
This darkness has been present for a long time

We're living in a nightmare
Our current state of existence is a waking horror

And now is time to break free
It's time to escape from this nightmare

Come and see all around you
Observe the truth of your surroundings

The power is in your hands
You have the ability to take control

Against the monster market
Fight against the oppressive and corrupt economic system

Ride the storm and go to war
Embrace the challenge of fighting for freedom and justice

Break free from the illusion
Free yourself from the deception that surrounds you

Use your voice and make a stand
Speak out and take action for what you believe

Plastic music makes confusion
Commercialized music is superficial and creates confusion