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.
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Dokken Lyrics
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For so long
Time and time again
I thought that you would be gone
Still we kept love hanging on
I guess it's meant to be
That your heart still belongs to me
We survived
I asked for hope and a chance
You gave the key to your heart
You used to say that I'm not sincere
I'm gonna prove that you're wrong
I'm never gonna leave your arms
Should've realized before
Your love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Like a fantasy in the dark
You were gone
I couldn't say the words
That you wanted to hear
But baby, now that I see the light
I feel it's burning so bright
So let's stop wasting all this time
Should've seen it all before
Our love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Should've seen it all before
Your love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Our love, never gonna change
The song "Burning Like a Flame" by Dokken is a love song written about a couple who have managed to keep their love going despite numerous obstacles. The lyrics express the singer's disbelief at how their love has lasted so long when he thought it would have ended a long time ago. The chorus highlights the intensity of their passion and their dedication to one another. The song is all about how the love between the singer and his partner is like a flame that continues to burn bright despite everything that life throws at them.
The song is upbeat and catchy, with an instrumentation that includes lush guitar riffs and a strong rhythm section. The vocals are powerful and emotive, with the singer communicating the depth of his feelings for his partner. The chorus is particularly memorable, with the repetition of the phrase "it's our love that's burning" serving as an anchor for the song's theme.
Overall, "Burning Like a Flame" is a classic love song that expresses the depth of the singer's passion for his partner. The lyrics and music work together to create a powerful, uplifting track that celebrates the enduring power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Never thought our love would last
For so long
I never expected our love to be this enduring and survive the test of time.
Time and time again
I thought that you would be gone
I kept expecting you to leave me, but you never did.
Still we kept love hanging on
I guess it's meant to be
That your heart still belongs to me
Despite the challenges we faced, we held on to our love, and it is apparent that you still love me.
And now we've stood the test of time
We survived
Our love has persisted and persisted, and we weathered all the challenges that came our way.
I asked for hope and a chance
You gave the key to your heart
When I needed your trust, you gave me your heart to hold and keep safe
You used to say that I'm not sincere
I'm gonna prove that you're wrong
Once upon a time, you thought I was insincere, but now I'm going to show you otherwise.
I'm never gonna leave your arms
Should've realized before
Your love's worth waiting for
I intend to remain in your embrace forever. I should have recognized sooner that it was worth waiting for your love.
Our love burning like a flame
Like a fantasy in the dark
Our love is so intense that it feels surreal, like an ethereal flame in darkness.
You were gone
I couldn't say the words
That you wanted to hear
But baby, now that I see the light
When you were absent, I couldn't express the feelings you desired, but I can see things clearly now.
I feel it's burning so bright
So let's stop wasting all this time
Should've seen it all before
Our love's worth waiting for
Our love feels strong and intense, so let's not waste any more time. I should have seen the value of our love earlier; it was worth waiting for.
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love is intense and fiery, and it will never change. Whenever we touch, my passion is ignited for you.
Our love, never gonna change
Our love is eternal and will never be altered
Lyrics ยฉ Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DON DOKKEN, GEORGE LYNCH, JEFF PILSON, MICK BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Burning Like A Flame"
Never thought our love would last
For so long
Time and time again
I thought that you would be gone
Still we kept love hanging on
I guess it's meant to be
That your heart still belongs to me
And now we've stood the test of time
We survived
I asked for hope and a chance
You gave the key to your heart
You used to say that I'm not sincere
I'm gonna prove that you're wrong
I'm never gonna leave your arms
Should've realized before
Your love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Like a fantasy in the dark
You were gone
I couldn't say the words
That you wanted to hear
But baby, now that I see the light
I feel it's burning so bright
So let's stop wasting all this time
Should've seen it all before
Our love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Should've seen it all before
Your love's worth waiting for
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Burning like a flame
And you know that
It's out love that's never gonna change
'Cause every time I touch you
You just make me go insane
Don't you know that
It's our love that's burning
Our love burning like a flame
Our love, never gonna change
@johnnygascon3991
56 year old truck driver here, but I transformed to a 17 year old head banger when i heard this on the radio today. A sweet taste of youth for a few moments.
@yvettegalvan9862
I know exactly what you're talking about..๐
@chucksturzenegger1891
Absolutely
@pauloenriques6493
I'm 39 years old and feel the same. They were awesome!
Headbanging from Brazil
Dokken FOREVER
@emanemanrus5835
No, I'm not crying right now... ๐
@janstrapina
@@emanemanrus5835 Hi brothers,here 41old hard and heavy fan from Karvinรก,north east part of Czech Republik by grenge with Poland!!!!!๐ค๐ค๐ค
@robertb67
This is the first Dokken song I ever heard. I saw it on MTV Headbanger's Ball back in 1987. I have been a fan of Dokken ever since.
@stick8328
Rockin with dokken๐ค๐๐ค
@quentintrask2258
Robert B
Same for me
@awakeenlighten2298
Same here ... i saw it in 1987 and graduated in 88 ... never forgot this!