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)
Russian Roulé
Helloween Lyrics
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I need a revelation
Can anybody tell me how to turn back to the light?
I'm yearning for salvation
I don't know
Which way to go
So I
I come out and play
Russian roulé
Come out and play
Russian roulé
Better to die trying than to rot away in vain
The last stop to damnation
Better to be fighting for a better life in pain
Than living on probation
I don't know
Which way to go
So I
Come out and play
I come out and play
Russian roulé
Come out and play
Russian roulé
Somebody tell me how to live my life
Must I break the rules?
Somebody tell me how I have to fight
To live to win, to live up high
Come out and play
Come out and play
Russian roulé
Come out and play
I come out and play
Russian roulé
Come out and play
Russian roulé
Russian roulé
Russian roulé
Russian roulé
The lyrics to Helloween's "Russian Roulé" seem to be about a person who is struggling with their direction in life and is seeking guidance. The opening lines, "Can anybody tell me how I gotta do it right? I need a revelation. Can anybody tell me how to turn back to the light? I'm yearning for salvation" express this feeling of uncertainty and a need for a change. The line "I don't know which way to go" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's indecision and confusion.
However, the song's chorus adds an interesting twist to this theme. It seems to suggest that sometimes it's better to take a risk and live dangerously than to live a cautious, but unfulfilling life. The lines "Better to die trying than to rot away in vain" and "better to be fighting for a better life in pain, than living on probation" express this idea. The chorus even ends with the repeated phrase "Russian Roulé", which refers to a game of chance where players take turns spinning a revolver and pulling the trigger. This reinforces the idea of taking risks and living life to the fullest.
The rest of the lyrics express a desire for guidance and questioning of authority. The line "Somebody tell me how to live my life, must I break the rules?" questions the validity of societal norms and expectations. The song ends with the same chorus, as if to emphasize the importance of taking risks and living life to the fullest, even if it means risking everything.
Overall, "Russian Roulé" seems to encourage listeners to take risks and not be afraid of uncertainty, which is an interesting message for a heavy metal song.
Line by Line Meaning
Can anybody tell me how I gotta do it right?
Asking for guidance on how to make the correct decision.
I need a revelation
Desiring a sudden realization or enlightenment.
Can anybody tell me how to turn back to the light?
Seeking guidance on how to return to a positive path.
I'm yearning for salvation
Longing for deliverance or redemption from a negative situation.
Better to die trying than to rot away in vain
Preferable to attempt something and potentially fail, rather than not trying at all and wasting away.
The last stop to damnation
The final destination that leads to condemnation and hopelessness.
Better to be fighting for a better life in pain
More beneficial to endure suffering while striving for a fulfilling existence.
Than living on probation
Rather than existing in a state of uncertainty or being on trial, unsure of one's own worth.
Somebody tell me how to live my life
Seeking advice on the best way to approach one's existence.
Must I break the rules?
Questioning conventional or societal norms that may be restrictive or harmful.
Somebody tell me how I have to fight
Asking for guidance on how to overcome challenges and succeed.
To live to win, to live up high
The goal is to not only survive but thrive, to achieve great success and fulfillment.
Come out and play
Invitation to engage, participate, or take action.
Russian roulé
A dangerous game of chance, symbolizing the risks one is willing to take in life.
Contributed by Eva W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Remi Debrand
j'adore Helloween quand ils font des trucs comme ça ^^
Ojo Di pikir
Very good song....