Halford's first album "Resurrection" was included in Martin Popoff's "The Top 500 Heavy Metal Albums of All Time". As well, the songs "Silent Screams" and the title-track "Resurrection" were included in Popoff's list. The track "The One You Love to Hate" included guest vocalist Bruce Dickinson, from Iron Maiden.
In 2002, Halford released the second studio album "Crucible", although no live recordings have been officially released to promote this album. A high-quality soundboard bootleg titled "Live - From the Disney House of Blues" was made available for download along with a special DEP at Robhalford.com in 2004. Halford released bonus tracks in Japan, such as "She", "Fugitive", "Rock the World Forever" and "In the Morning".
On November, 2006, Halford released a single set from the Halford IV album, titled "Forgotten Generation." The first wave of Halford releases included remastered editions of his solo band's back catalogue and initially releasing them through Apple's online iTunes Store. Fight also celebrated a release, an early recording entitled "K5- War of Words Demos," which were the demos that Rob Halford had recorded back when Fight had first formed. Lastly, a compilation was included, called "Metal God Essentials, Vol. 1," which not only had the fans' favorite Halford tunes, but also had new songs called "Forgotten Generation" and "Drop Out."
Rob Halford's third solo record, entitled "Halford III - Winter Songs", was released worldwide through all retailers on November 3, 2009. The record features new tracks recorded by his solo band between 2008–2009, as well as traditional Christmas songs re-arranged to heavy metal renditions by Halford himself. The first single, "Get Into the Spirit" was released to radios on September 29, 2009.
On June 25, 2010, Halford released the first single, "The Mower", from his fourth solo studio album, "Halford IV - Made Of Metal", which was released in October 2010.
Studio albums
* Resurrection (2000)
* Crucible (2002)
* Halford III - Winter Songs (2009)
* Halford IV - Made Of Metal (2010)
EPs
* Silent Screams: The Singles EP (2006) (Exclusive to iTunes)
Live albums
* Live Insurrection (2001)
* LIVE - Disney House of Blues Concert (2004) (Formerly available for free download from www.robhalford.com.)
* Live in Anaheim (Original Soundtrack) (2010)
Compilation albums
* Metal God Essentials, Vol. 1 (2006) (Exclusive to iTunes, released as a CD in September 2007)
DVDs
* Halford - Live At Rock In Rio III (DVD) (2008)
* Live in Anaheim (DVD) (2010)
Into The Pit
Halford Lyrics
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Abeyance they cower
Compulsion of liars
Addicted to power
Into the pit
Into the pit
Malfeasance on high
Obstruction of duty
Disorder will rise
Into the pit
Into the pit
Possession by force
Reprisal to task
Defenseless no longer
Expulsion by mass
Into the pit
Into the pit
Into the pit
Into the pit
Halford's song "Into The Pit" is a powerful and aggressive statement against corruption and abuse of power. The lyrics suggest that those in authority have become addicted to their own power and are willing to engage in scandalous behavior in order to maintain it. The song is a call to action for those who have been wronged by those in power and encourages them to rise up and fight back. The phrase "into the pit" repeated throughout the song is a rallying cry, encouraging people to enter into the fray and take a stand.
The song's message is conveyed through sharp, staccato lyrics and heavy guitar riffs that create a sense of urgency and desperation. The tone of the lyrics is angry and defiant, and the song's overall sound is energetic and intense. Halford's singing is raw and powerful, emphasizing the emotion behind the lyrics.
"Into The Pit" is a critique of those who abuse their power, but it is also a message of hope. The song suggests that by banding together and fighting back, people can overcome even the most entrenched and corrupt systems of power. It is a song that speaks to the need for courage and fortitude in the face of oppression, and it is a powerful call to action for anyone who has ever been wronged by those in authority.
Line by Line Meaning
Bear witness to treason
We see and observe the betrayal of trust and loyalty
Abeyance they cower
They shrink and hide in fear, temporarily surrendering to their opposition
Compulsion of liars
The irresistible urge of deceitful individuals to manipulate and mislead
Addicted to power
A dependency on the ability to control and dominate others
Into the pit
We are diving headfirst into a dangerous and chaotic situation
Conspiring for sation
Collaborating for personal gain at the expense of others
Malfeasance on high
Wrongdoing and misconduct by those in positions of authority and influence
Obstruction of duty
The intentional hindrance and failure to fulfill responsibilities and obligations
Disorder will rise
Chaos and confusion will inevitably increase
Possession by force
Seizure and control through physical coercion and violence
Reprisal to task
Taking revenge on those who have challenged or opposed us
Defenseless no longer
We are now able to protect ourselves and fight back
Expulsion by mass
The removal and rejection of a group or individual by a large number of people
Into the pit
We are still plunging deeper into the danger and conflict
Into the pit
We continue our descent into the tumultuous and hazardous surroundings
Into the pit
Our journey towards chaos and destruction persists
Into the pit
We are fully immersed in the treacherous and perilous environment
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROBERT HALFORD
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@holgersandoval7495
The best heavy metal singer ever
@renanmenezes1198
Ronnie James Dio???
@rodolfoarredondo7943
Rob is the Best
@Partigiano17
Rob's voice as sharp as a blade.
@sonykroket
this is 26 years ago.....
@jaizzj.z.3690
A razorblade of britsh steel
@shagstars
@@sonykroket and he can still do it only less sharp. He wenty from a chainsaw to a harley on highest rev.
@danplaysguitar6706
@@sonykroket and he's still damn fucking good. saw them at Bloodstock 2021
@maxleighgrace8858
To all the rock and metal vocalists out there. This is the peak. That voice is nasty yet clear and pure. Listen and learn!!!
@thesting6820
Rob's vocal peak was during Defenders through Painkiller. After Painkiller, his voice declined. But there is so much greatness to his voice that he still sounded great. And even to this day his voice is great.