Since its inception, Helloween has released 16 studio albums, three live albums, three EPs and 30 singles, was honored with 14 gold and six platinum awards and has sold more than ten million records worldwide. Helloween has been referred to as the "fathers of power metal", as well as one of the so-called "big four" of the genre's early German scene, along with Grave Digger, Rage and Running Wild, and as one of power metal "big four" overall, along with Blind Guardian, Sabaton and DragonForce.
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Studio albums
Walls of Jericho (1985)
Keeper of the Seven Keys Part I (1987)
Keeper of the Seven Keys Part II (1988)
Pink Bubbles Go Ape (1991)
Chameleon (1993)
Master of the Rings (1994)
The Time of the Oath (1996)
Better Than Raw (1998)
The Dark Ride (2000)
Rabbit Don't Come Easy (2003)
Keeper of the Seven Keys: The Legacy (2005)
Gambling with the Devil (2007)
7 Sinners (2010)
Straight Out of Hell (2013)
My God-Given Right (2015)
Helloween (2021)
03-BACK ON THE STREETS
Helloween Lyrics
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I've got to know what it means to play the game
Too many faces around they're talking
They play their parts oh, so well but who's to blame
Back on the streets, that's where we are
Building a fortress of power, yeah! We're coming
You know better than me the rules are:
Getting better or fat in the mania
It's good to know who is who in our game
The speed is faster, it's harder to see where we are
Back on the streets
Please Mister Know-how just bring me the news
I'm waiting so long for you telling me all you can tell
There's one thing about you, you're dying to prove
The master plan is yours and living with knowledge is hell
Back on the streets
Helloween's “Back on the Streets” is a fast-paced song that talks about the struggle of being in the entertainment industry where too many faces are talking and playing their parts but nobody wants to take responsibility for their wrongdoings. The song starts with the singer saying that he has been told in the name of something and he has to know what it means to play the game. This means that he is trying to understand the rules of the game that everyone seems to be playing in the industry. He talks about how difficult it is to differentiate between truth and lies as everyone wears a mask and pretends to be someone they are not.
The lyrics “Back on the streets, that's where we are” portrays that the singer is ready to take on the challenge and is ready to build a fortress of power to fight against the people who have wronged him. This line talks about how the singer wants to take control of his life and career and make it big in the industry. The chorus “You know better than me the rules are: Getting better or fat in the mania” signifies that the rules of the game are simple, either you keep getting better or you fade away.
In the second half of the song, the lyrics “Please Mister Know-how just bring me the news, I'm waiting so long for you telling me all you can tell. There's one thing about you, you're dying to prove, The master plan is yours and living with knowledge is hell” talks about how the singer is waiting for someone to tell him about the industry and its secrets, but living with that knowledge is not easy. The singer talks about the struggle of living with the knowledge and trying to survive in the industry.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been told in the name of something
Someone has instructed me to do something based on a particular belief or ideology.
I've got to know what it means to play the game
I need to understand the rules and strategies involved in order to succeed in whatever endeavor I am pursuing.
Too many faces around they're talking
There are too many people with differing opinions and agendas that are constantly communicating and potentially creating confusion.
They play their parts oh, so well but who's to blame
While many individuals may seem to be playing their role perfectly, it is difficult to discern who should be held accountable for certain actions and consequences.
Back on the streets, that's where we are
We have returned to the chaos and unpredictability of the outside world, where we must fend for ourselves.
Building a fortress of power, yeah! We're coming
We are strengthening ourselves and gathering resources in order to become more influential and dominant.
You know better than me the rules are:
You have more knowledge and experience than I do regarding what is necessary for success in this situation.
Getting better or fat in the mania
One must either continually improve their skills and abilities, or risk becoming complacent and stagnant in the midst of chaos and disorder.
It's good to know who is who in our game
It is important to recognize the identities, motives, and actions of those around us, in order to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.
The speed is faster, it's harder to see where we are
The pace of events is accelerating, making it difficult to keep track of our surroundings and make informed decisions.
Please Mister Know-how just bring me the news
I am asking for someone with expertise and knowledge to provide me with information and updates regarding the situation.
I'm waiting so long for you telling me all you can tell
I have been patiently anticipating information that will increase my understanding and help me make better decisions.
There's one thing about you, you're dying to prove
You have a strong desire to demonstrate your competence, expertise, or value in some fashion.
The master plan is yours and living with knowledge is hell
You have a detailed and precise plan for the situation, but the weight of that knowledge and responsibility is a burden to carry.
Back on the streets
We are once again navigating the challenges and dangers of the outside world.
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HellOweeN
I've been told in the name of something
I've got to know what it means to play the game
Too many faces around they're talking
They play their parts oh, so well but who's to blame
Back on the streets, that's where we are
Building a fortress of power, yeah! We're coming
You know better than me the rules are:
Getting better or fat in the mania
It's good to know who is who in our game
The speed is faster, it's harder to see where we are
Back on the streets
Please Mister Know-How just bring me the news
I'm waiting so long for you telling me all you can tell
There's one thing about you, you're dying to prove
The master plan is yours and living with knowledge is hell
Back on the streets
Luis Carlos B Monteiro
Kiske estava com um vocal bem mais maduro e consistente nessa época. No Chameleon e Instant Clarity melhorou ainda mais. Sem duvidas, Kiske sobra não apenas no Power metal como também no heavy metal.
lordtekila lukian
Um hino ao heavy metal!!!!🖤🤘🤘
Pomodoro ☭
O disco é inferior aos anteriores, mas ainda tá em um nível de qualidade Helloween.
HellOweeN
I've been told in the name of something
I've got to know what it means to play the game
Too many faces around they're talking
They play their parts oh, so well but who's to blame
Back on the streets, that's where we are
Building a fortress of power, yeah! We're coming
You know better than me the rules are:
Getting better or fat in the mania
It's good to know who is who in our game
The speed is faster, it's harder to see where we are
Back on the streets
Please Mister Know-How just bring me the news
I'm waiting so long for you telling me all you can tell
There's one thing about you, you're dying to prove
The master plan is yours and living with knowledge is hell
Back on the streets
Kurt Severijns
Respect!!!😮❤😊
Even Berg
Probably not their strongest album, it is a little weird, but it certainly has its' potential. :-)
Libero
The intro reminds me of Rapid Fire-Judas Priest
Cheese and Onions
Accolades stopped flowing after this song :)
Jorge Miguel Martins
Helloween Metal invaders
El Comensalo
Put it on x1.25 speed... Will Thank me later