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)
We Own The Night
Halford Lyrics
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Let's live the dreams we have in life
There's nothing left if you can't walk with me
You know we need to put it right
[Chorus]
We own the night
And whatever comes our way
When we love and we obey
When I'm with you, you give me all your strength
And with your love I carry on
Well we both know it takes the two of us
To face the truth don't need to run
[Chorus]
Let's take tonight
And forget about the day
Stand at the edge of life
Let the starts come out to play
You wait and see
Our light will grow and grow
Open eyes will realize
The ray of life to hold
Our world of calm
It sings right from the heart
Can you hear the storm of fear
Can't tear this love apart
If we don't leap for faith
How can we be free
We can't deny or say goodbye
We found our destiny
Don't leave me alone
I can't stand the thought of being here without you
My heart turns to stone
Look in my eyes, my words are true
[Chorus]
I'm not alone
But ships pass in the night
Hold me now, hold me now
Before my heart takes flight
The song We Own The Night by Halford is a powerful, uplifting ballad that speaks to the importance of love and perseverance, even in the face of adversity. The opening lines of the song suggest that there is strength in numbers, and that we can achieve great things if we work together. The lyrics encourage listeners to pursue their dreams and to never give up, even when things are difficult.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, as it suggests that nothing can hold us back when we love and obey. This reflects a belief that there is great power in love, and that if we stay true to ourselves and our values, we can achieve anything we set our minds to. The line "we own the night" is particularly evocative, as it suggests that there is a sense of liberation and freedom that comes from pursuing our dreams.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of optimism and hope that is truly infectious. The lyrics speak to the resilience of the human spirit, and to our innate capacity for love and connection. Ultimately, We Own The Night is a song about the transformative power of love and the importance of staying true to oneself, even when the going gets tough.
Line by Line Meaning
We're not alone, we have a chance you see
We don't have to face life alone, because we have each other and an opportunity to make our dreams come true.
Let's live the dreams we have in life
We should pursue the dreams and goals we have set for ourselves, instead of just letting them remain as thoughts.
There's nothing left if you can't walk with me
Life seems meaningless and incomplete without a loved one's companionship and support.
You know we need to put it right
We both understand that we need to correct our past mistakes and make amends to strengthen our relationship.
We own the night
When we are together, we have the power to own and conquer the darkness and uncertainties of the night or any obstacle we may face.
And whatever comes our way
No matter what hardships or difficulties we encounter, we will face them as a team.
Nothing will hold us back
We won't allow anything to come in between us and hinder our journey together.
When we love and we obey
Our love empowers us to follow our hearts and make decisions that will benefit us as a couple.
And with your love I carry on
Your love provides me with the strength and motivation to continue living and working towards progress.
Well we both know it takes the two of us
We understand that working together is the key to success and happiness in our relationship.
To face the truth don't need to run
We don't have to shy away from reality or difficult conversations because we trust and support each other enough to handle anything.
Let's take tonight
Let's make the most of tonight and forget about the worries of the day.
And forget about the day
It's time to detach ourselves from the stress and struggles of everyday life and focus on each other and the present moment.
Stand at the edge of life
Let's take a moment to appreciate the beauty of life and its possibilities, and embrace them as a team.
Let the starts come out to play
Let's be carefree and let loose like the stars in the sky.
You wait and see
Just wait and see because our relationship will only grow and blossom further.
Our light will grow and grow
Our love and unity will only get stronger and radiate more light.
Open eyes will realize
As we continue to grow together, we and others around us will begin to fully understand and appreciate the deep love we share.
The ray of life to hold
Our love for each other is a beacon of hope and happiness that guides us through life.
Our world of calm
Our relationship creates a serene and peaceful place for us to escape to.
It sings right from the heart
Our love is genuine and comes from a place of sincere emotion.
Can you hear the storm of fear
Despite the challenges we face, our love remains strong enough to overcome any fears or doubts.
Can't tear this love apart
No matter what happens, nothing can break the bond of love between us.
If we don't leap for faith
If we don't take a chance and trust each other, we won't be able to experience the freedom of true love.
How can we be free
If we continue to hold back and not trust each other, we will never truly be happy or free to fully love each other.
We can't deny or say goodbye
We can't deny or reject the love that exists between us, or say goodbye to each other because we know we are meant to be together.
We found our destiny
We both know that we are destined to be together and nothing can change that.
Don't leave me alone
The thought of being without you is unbearable, and we need each other to fully survive and thrive.
I can't stand the thought of being here without you
The idea of facing the world without you by my side is too much for me to bear.
My heart turns to stone
Without your love, my heart would become hardened and unable to feel the warmth and joy of life.
Look in my eyes, my words are true
Believe in the sincerity and honesty of my words, which are a true reflection of my feelings towards you.
But ships pass in the night
Many opportunities and potential loves come and go in the course of our lives.
Hold me now, hold me now
Let's love each other wholeheartedly and embrace each other tightly, knowing that we have found something rare and special.
Before my heart takes flight
Before my heart wanders too far away, let's make sure we cherish and hold on to our love to keep it alive forever.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: J BAXTER, ROBERT HALFORD, ROY Z
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