Deep Purple have had several line-up changes and were broken up for eight years from 1976 to 1984, with drummer Ian Paice being the band's only constant member. The first four line-ups, which constituted the band's original 1968–1976 run, are officially indicated as Mark I (1968–1969), Mark II (1969–1973), Mark III (1973–1975) and Mark IV (1975–1976). Mark I comprised the founding members of Deep Purple, Ritchie Blackmore (guitar), Rod Evans (vocals), Jon Lord (keyboards), Paice (drums) and Nick Simper (bass), while Mark II was the most commercially successful line-up, with Ian Gillan and Roger Glover replacing Evans and Simper respectively. Mark III saw David Coverdale and Glenn Hughes replace Gillan and Glover respectively, while Mark IV featured Tommy Bolin replacing Blackmore. The band split in July 1976 and Bolin died from a drug overdose five months later. In 1984, Deep Purple reformed with the Mark II line-up, which remained in place until Joe Lynn Turner replaced Gillan in 1989. Gillan rejoined in 1992, with Blackmore leaving for the second and final time the following year. He was replaced temporarily by Joe Satriani and then permanently by Steve Morse. In 2002 Don Airey replaced Jon Lord, which saw Deep Purple settle into its longest running line-up, unchanged for the next twenty years, until Morse announced his departure from the band in 2022. His place was taken by Simon McBride. Paice, Glover, Gillan, Airey and McBride comprise the current line-up of Deep Purple.
Deep Purple were ranked number 22 on VH1's Greatest Artists of Hard Rock programme] and a poll on radio station Planet Rock ranked them 5th among the "most influential bands ever". The band received the Legend Award at the 2008 World Music Awards. Deep Purple (specifically Blackmore, Lord, Paice, Gillan, Glover, Coverdale, Evans, and Hughes) were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016.
Into The Fire
Deep Purple Lyrics
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Will not be the things that don't appeal to you
See the mess your makin' can't you see your fakin'
Gonna make it hard for you, you're gonna - into the fire
Turn on the mandrake that was given to you
See if you can make it like the others do
Feel the blood a knockin' when you're finger poppin'
Stop your bleeding mind before it's over and done
Listen very closely to the message I've sung
Feel the blood a knockin' when you're finger poppin'
Gonna get a message through, you're gonna - into the fire
The lyrics in "Into The Fire" by Deep Purple seem to be about taking responsibility for one's actions and the consequences that follow. The opening line encourages the listener to make conscious decisions that are in alignment with their own desires and values. The following line warns of the danger of living a life that is not authentic, as pretending to be someone else will only lead to chaos.
The chorus builds on this theme, urging the listener to face their fears and challenges head-on, even if it means enduring hardship or pain, symbolized by the metaphor of "into the fire." The second verse speaks to the idea of conformity and the pressure to fit in with others, and how this can lead to feeling trapped or losing one's sense of self. The final verse encourages the listener to clear their mind and pay attention to the words being sung, as they offer a message that could help them avoid the pitfalls of a false life.
Overall, "Into The Fire" is a reminder that living a fulfilling life requires being honest with oneself, taking risks, and staying true to one's values even in the face of challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Take the trouble to decide the things you do
Make thoughtful choices about your actions
Will not be the things that don't appeal to you
Don't do things you don't like
See the mess your makin' can't you see your fakin'
Realize the damage you're doing and stop pretending
Gonna make it hard for you, you're gonna - into the fire
Your actions will have consequences, which leads to trouble
Turn on the mandrake that was given to you
Use what you've been given
See if you can make it like the others do
Try to fit in
Feel the blood a knockin' when you're finger poppin'
Experience the thrill and danger of living on the edge
Gonna make it hard for you, you're gonna - into the fire
Your choices will lead to trouble
Stop your bleeding mind before it's over and done
Stop yourself from thinking harmful thoughts
Listen very closely to the message I've sung
Pay attention to the lyrics
Feel the blood a knockin' when you're finger poppin'
Experience the thrill and danger of living on the edge
Gonna get a message through, you're gonna - into the fire
You will experience the consequences of your actions
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, Ian Paice
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Luis Acosta
Deep Purple is the legit rock band of all time. I still have their album ‘Deep Purple In Rock’ which included this song and of course their all-time great Child In Time.
g.g. 63
Absolutely....and John Lord's amazing keyboards on this album is as good as it gets,and was the foundation of this great band. RIP.
Blaster of Muppets
Child in time is way better than smoke on the water
Наталья Пивоварова
Так выкладываться на миллион процентов причём вживую, так завести слушателей и в зале, и через экран гаджета до сих пор!!! Офигенные ребята, здоровья живым и светлая память ушедшим!
Christopher Lopata
Deep Purple is my #1 rock band of all times. I grew up with this music.
Aramis Devereux
Most people in the 70s were not good looking. He’s a great musician but you can do better, set your sights higher. Bring an apple.
Eric Campbell
@Aramis Devereux ???
azja 666
Oh, mine too!
Ayton Kaleb
@Aramis Devereux ????
VHJ
A maior banda de hard rock que já existiu