Dokken was initially composed of founder Don Dokken on vocals, George Lynch on lead guitar, Juan Croucier on bass, and Mick Brown on drums. The southern California group pursued a heavy yet melodic sound reminiscent of prior bands such as Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, finding success in the 80s hard rock and metal boom. The band recorded and released 'Breaking the Chains', their first studio album, in 1983. Though their fortunes struggled somewhat in the United States, they picked up a big popular response in Europe.
In 1984, Croucier left Dokken in order to join Ratt. He was replaced by multi-instrumentalist Jeff Pilson, who soon became a rock idol alongside Don Dokken and George Lynch. Their next several albums and singles showed them to be a powerful commercial force, particularly winning fans with their music videos (their one for "Dream Warriors" even featured the band facing off against Freddy Krueger himself). Their 1988 live album 'Beast from the East' earned them a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance as well. However, Don Dokken's and George Lynch's creative differences, as well as their growing personal conflicts, brought about tension and even caused the group to break-up in 1988, though they had released multi-platinum work appealing to numerous hard rockers and metalheads.
The band has faced many changes over the years since. It wasn't until 1995 that the group resurfaced and released new material, facing a rather tepid response. As time went on, only Dokken and Brown remained from the original line-up. After several personnel alterations on guitar, Dokken's former attorney Jon Levin even stepped in to fill the role in 2004. In 2009, Sean McNabb (formerly of Great White and Quiet Riot fame) took the bass guitar slot. Mark Boals (formely of Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force) then took McNabb's position in 2014.
A series of successful web commercials for Norton Internet Security 2010 put the group back in the spotlight, the comedic spots depicting the band as a malicious computer virus. Dokken's tenth studio album, titled 'Lightning Strikes Again', was released on May 13, 2008 via Rhino Records. Several critics recommended the work as a comeback to their 'classic' sound. Their 11th album was released in 2012, 'Broken Bones'.
In 2023, Dokken, now consisting of frontman and founder Don Dokken, guitarist Jon Levin, bassist Chris McGarvill and drummer BJ Zampa, unveiled 12th album, 'Heaven Comes Down', which will be released via Silver Lining Music on October 27, 2023.
Will the Sun Rise
Dokken Lyrics
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In the name of glory, fighting to be free
But one mistake can set it all to rest
No one sees and no one wins the game of chance
I need to know
Will the sun rise when it's over
Will the sun rise, will there be a sky
Will the sun rise another day
Let things be what they may be
Open your eyes, do you think that you're the best
Try to see the light before the final test
I need to know
Will the sun rise when it's over
Will the sun rise, will there be a sky
Will the sun rise another day
Someone is watching, waiting to see
If there's a chance before the sun fades for eternity
Will the sun rise when it's over
Will the sun rise, will there be a sky
Will the sun rise when it's over
Will the sun rise another day
Will the sun rise, I need to know
Will the sun rise when it's over
Will the sun rise, I need to know
Will the sun rise, will there be a sky
Will the sun rise
Will the sun rise
When it's over
The song "Will the Sun Rise" by Dokken is a reflective piece about war and its consequences. The lyrics suggest that war is fought in the name of liberty and glory, but the end result is uncertain, and the consequences can be catastrophic. The song uses the sun as a metaphor for hope, asking whether it will rise again after the destruction caused by the war. At its core, the song questions the cost of war and the need for people to open their eyes and see the light, rather than blindly pursuing a risky game of chance.
The lyrics are particularly timely, given the ongoing conflicts around the world, and the song is a reminder of the importance of peace and reconciliation. Overall, the song is a powerful expression of the human desire for hope and the need for peace in a world that seems to be always at risk of war.
Line by Line Meaning
In the name of liberty, we set off to the sea
We embarked on a journey to achieve freedom and a life of our choice, in the name of liberty.
In the name of glory, fighting to be free
We fought for our freedom with the hope of achieving glory and recognition for our struggles.
But one mistake can set it all to rest
However, a single mistake is all it takes to undo all the hard work and effort we have put in towards our goal.
No one sees and no one wins the game of chance
Luck plays an important role in our endeavor, and no one is guaranteed to succeed despite their efforts.
I need to know
There is uncertainty and doubt within me that needs to be addressed.
Will the sun rise when it's over
I am questioning whether there is hope for another day after the potential failure of our mission.
Will the sun rise, will there be a sky
I am questioning whether there will be a future to look forward to, or if all hope is lost.
Will the sun rise another day
I am asking for reassurance that there is still a chance we can succeed and continue to live our lives as we desire.
A simple answer, that all of us should see
I am hoping for a straightforward response that can provide clarity and guidance to all those who may have doubts or feel lost.
Let things be what they may be
We should accept the outcome of our efforts, whatever it may be, and continue to move forward.
Open your eyes, do you think that you're the best
I am urging others to be realistic about their abilities and not overestimate themselves in their pursuit of success.
Try to see the light before the final test
We should try to see the positives in our current situation before we confront the potential consequences of our actions.
Someone is watching, waiting to see
There are others watching us and waiting to see if we succeed or fail.
If there's a chance before the sun fades for eternity
I am hoping for another opportunity to succeed before it is too late and our chances for success are lost forever.
Will the sun rise, I need to know
I am still searching for an answer to my question and need reassurance that there is still hope for our mission and our future.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DON DOKKEN, GEORGE LYNCH, JEFF PILSON, MICK BROWN
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