1) Hellion is a heavy me… Read Full Bio ↴There are several bands under the name Hellion:
1) Hellion is a heavy metal/speed metal band from Los Angeles, California, USA, that was formed in 1981
2) Hellion is a heavy metal band from Washington, D.C., USA, that was active in early 80s.
3) Hellion is a hard rock band from New York, USA, that was formed in 1981
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1) - Hellion are an American heavy metal band from the 1980s. They are noted for having female vocalist Ann Boleyn. Their most highly regarded studio album is The Black Book.
Early days
The band started as a cover group, covering songs by the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Scorpions and AC/DC. The group's first performances (or "Mega-Parties") were held at a mansion in Tujunga, California which was occupied by Ann Boleyn. While residing at the mansion, Hellion recorded a homemade demo cassette, which resulted in the band gaining attention in both underground and mainstream music magazines.In late 1982, Hellion was approached by Mystic Records, a Hollywood-based punk label, who wanted to include "Nightmares in Daylight" on a compilation album. Several weeks prior to the recording session, Peyton Tuthill left the band, citing Ann Boleyn's involvement in the occult arts as his reason. Tuthill has since become a minister. Following Tuthill's departure, bass player Rik Fox (who was a founding member of W.A.S.P.) was a number of top musicians who auditioned for Hellion, and was invited to return for a second round of auditions. A few days later, however, Fox, was offered a gig with Steeler. At the last minute Brian West of London, who had played in the Seattle-based band, Power Program, with Ann Boleyn, was brought in for the recording session which took place on New Year's Eve.
Hellion became famous after being discovered by Ronnie James Dio in the mid-1980s. Hellion was based in Los Angeles and there were several line-ups, all of which were very good. The band probably would have become very big, if it was not for the major record companies' concept of female singers and the type of music women were expected to perform in the 1980s. Many famous managers and record companies offered Ann Boleyn deals if she agree to become more of a pop-rock singer, such as Pat Benatar. (There is a story that the former manager of Van Halen was convinced that Ann Boleyn was going to be "the next Pat Benatar." Another famous record producer, who had worked with Janis Joplin, said she was the 1980s answer to Janis.) At the same time, most of the record companies thought that the band itself was so heavy that they needed a male singer. These conflicts often caused band members to come and go.
Hellion developed a substantial following in the cities where they regularly performed. Because Ann Boleyn is one of the only metal singers who did not rely on sexy costumes and never "sold out", she has maintained a strong cult following, and releases recordings every several years. The last Hellion album came out in 2003 on Massacre Records (Germany).
She took a few years off from music to go to law school. But, she has said in interviews that she will continue performing and recording when she is done with law school.
2) - Hellion from WA is a heavy metal band, they released just one demo in 1982 called 'You're Not Welcome Here. Most of their line-up was later involved in various Pentagram related projects, like Death Row, Bedemon, Chained Lace, and Pentagram itself.
3) - Hellion is a hard rock band from New York, USA, that was formed in 1981. They released, 'Dangerous Maneuvers in 1984 on Stampede Recording Co. After the band split up some members went on to form Melidian.
Better Off Dead
Hellion Lyrics
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Putting on a show
I'm waiting alone
You haven't come home
My head is gonna blow
It's been hours since you've been gone
But you're never satisfied
I know where you were last night
You'd better learn
But you don't even hear one word I've said
You'd better learn or you'll find out
That you'd be better off dead
Better off dead
Don't you see
You ain't fooling me
Better off dead
Better off dead
If you mess around with me
You'd be better off dead
I think you should know by now
But you're never satisfied
I know where you were last night
I know that you lied
Some things never seem to change
You alway leave a clue
See the magick disappear
What are you gonna do
You'd better learn
But you don't even hear one word I've said
You'd better learn or you'll find out
That you'd be better off dead
Better off dead
Don't you see
You ain't fooling me
Better off dead
Better off dead
If you mess around with me
You'd be better off dead
Better off dead
You ain't fooling me
Better off dead
Better off dead
If you mess around with me
Better off, better of dead
Don't mess with me
If you mess around with me
You'd be better off dead
The lyrics of Hellion's song "Better Off Dead" tell the story of a person who is being cheated on by their partner. The person has been out all night, and the singer has been waiting alone for their return. The singer is frustrated and angry, knowing that their partner has lied to them about where they were. As the song progresses, the singer expresses their desire for their partner to learn from their actions and warning that they will be "better off dead" if they continue to mess around with the singer.
The lyrics are emotionally charged, with the singer feeling hurt and angry. They are direct in their message, expressing a strong desire for their partner to change their ways or suffer the consequences. The chorus is especially powerful, with the repeated assertion that the partner would be "better off dead" if they continue to cheat on the singer.
Overall, the song raises important themes of trust, honesty, and the consequences of one's actions. It showcases Hellion's ability to create impactful and emotional music while addressing crucial issues that affect people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been out the whole night long
Putting on a show
I'm waiting alone
You haven't come home
My head is gonna blow
It's been hours since you've been gone
But you're never satisfied
I know where you were last night
I know that you lied
You have been out all night pretending to be someone you're not. I am sitting here by myself anxiously waiting for you to come home. My mind is racing and I can't handle it anymore. It has been so long since you left, but it seems like you are never satisfied with what you have. I know exactly where you went last night and I know that you weren't truthful with me.
You'd better learn
But you don't even hear one word I've said
You'd better learn or you'll find out
That you'd be better off dead
You need to start listening to me and paying attention to what I say. If you don't, you are going to end up in a bad situation that you can't get out of.
Better off dead
Don't you see
You ain't fooling me
Better off dead
Better off dead
If you mess around with me
You'd be better off dead
You are not fooling anyone, and if you keep playing these games with me, you will end up wishing you were dead.
I think you should know by now
But you're never satisfied
I know where you were last night
I know that you lied
Some things never seem to change
You alway leave a clue
See the magick disappear
What are you gonna do
At this point, you should know that I am aware of what is happening. However, you continue to search for something else instead of what you have. I can see right through you; you're not that smart. Your magic tricks are beginning to fade away. What are you going to do when you're finally caught?
Better off, better of dead
Don't mess with me
If you mess around with me
You'd be better off dead
It would be best if you didn't mess with me, because if you do, you will regret it.
Contributed by Sarah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@luperodriguez6015
I first heard Hellion when I was about 14. It was a a club and my brother (RIP) got me in. When I was there my brother introduced me to this small man and told me it was the greatest singer that ever lived and that the girl in the band that night was the best female metal singer. The man my brother introduced me to was Ronnie James Dio and the singer was Ann Boleyn.
@countveles
Chet Thompson is a fucking beast. He had all, the tone, the skills, the might.
@rodrigomendoza8323
Hell yea
@vinaymulukutla358
This era of epic female fronted heavy metal was absolutely magnificent with the likes of Warlock, Chastain, Sentinel Beast, Bitch and of course Hellion. It's timeless and still rages today.
@luperodriguez6015
Ann Boleyn used to play this same song in another band before Hellion. My friend used to have a video!
@drewwilson3538
The Powergod tribute is awesome. The singer nails Boleyn's vocals.
@vinaymulukutla358
That's where I first heard this song. Their take was epic. Then I hunted this down.
@damageinc-uo3zs
This gets my head BANGING \,,/
@pornkrak
A couple bands covered this song. I forgot it was a Hellion song!
@calvin3464
Pure, delightful evil! >:D