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)
Shit And Lobster
Helloween Lyrics
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Dreamed about reaching the stars
Nowadays we're almost ready
Even for the wars
Some told lies and they were famous
'Cause of making many wars
One told right, they punished him
What is right and what is wrong
Can I prevent, can I be strong
Quick enough to run away
Or brave enough for here to stay
Time will bring the answer
Will we feed the cancer
We don't give a damn at all
Some get shit and some get lobster
Bring my ass into the sun
It takes some time to realize
We cannot eat a gun
The fat gets fatter, the poor stays poor
The money maker sells the skin
But you don't ask and you don't see
The world you're living in
Got my fears and got my doubts
Tell me what it's all about
Should I try a step
Or should I stay and wait another day
Time will bring the answer
Will we feed the cancer
We don't give a damn at all
The song "Shit And Lobster" by Helloween criticizes the attitude of mankind towards their own existence, lack of responsibility towards the future generation, war, and socio-economic inequality. The opening lines refer to a time when people dreamt of reaching the stars, representing a time of optimism and progress. However, the current generation has become more corrupt and more interested in creating wars, rather than focusing on developing technologies that help mankind advance. The next lines discuss how lies and wars have become famous, while those who speak the truth, like Jesus Christ, are punished and crucified. The lyrics question the meaning between right and wrong, as well as the possibility of standing up against corrupt individuals.
The chorus talks about how some people are lucky enough to enjoy luxuries like lobsters, while others are forced to deal with undesirable situations, represented by "shit". The song also touches on the issues of poverty and the growing gap between the rich and the poor, where the rich get richer and the poor continue to struggle. The lyrics reveal that people are either ignorant or they choose to ignore the world they live in.
The song concludes with asking important questions on whether one should take a step forward or wait for another day. The lyrics suggest that the answer will be provided in time and depend upon the choices humanity makes. The song ultimately serves as a wake-up call to society about the impact of their actions on humanity's future.
Line by Line Meaning
Once there was a time when mankind
There was a time when humans had great aspirations in life.
Dreamed about reaching the stars
They had dreams of exploring the universe.
Nowadays we're almost ready
Now, humans have almost reached that point.
Even for the wars
They have even developed the technology for wars.
Some told lies and they were famous
Some people gained fame through dishonesty.
'Cause of making many wars
They gained fame from their involvement in countless wars.
One told right, they punished him
However, someone who spoke the truth was punished instead.
With pain and crucify
They were subjected to unimaginable pain and crucified for it.
What is right and what is wrong
It can be difficult to determine what is morally right or wrong.
Can I prevent, can I be strong
It's unclear if one person can make a difference or have the strength to fight against injustice.
Quick enough to run away
Sometimes it's better to avoid conflict and run away from problems.
Or brave enough for here to stay
But sometimes bravery is necessary to stay and confront challenges.
Time will bring the answer
Inevitably, time will provide an answer to these questions.
Will we feed the cancer
The question is whether or not we will keep feeding negative aspects of society.
We don't give a damn at all
Unfortunately, many people have become apathetic and don't care about the world's problems.
Some get shit and some get lobster
Some people experience hardship and suffering, while others enjoy the luxuries of life.
Bring my ass into the sun
The artist wants to experience a life of happiness and abundance.
It takes some time to realize
It can take a while before one realizes the truth about life.
We cannot eat a gun
Violence and war are not solutions to our problems.
The fat gets fatter, the poor stays poor
The rich continue to become wealthier while the poor remain stuck in poverty.
The money maker sells the skin
Those in power exploit and profit from others' suffering.
But you don't ask and you don't see
Many people are oblivious to the problems around them because they don't ask questions or look for the truth.
The world you're living in
They are living in a world full of corruption and inequality.
Got my fears and got my doubts
The artist has their own fears and uncertainties about their place in the world.
Tell me what it's all about
They want someone to explain the meaning of life to them.
Should I try a step
They wonder if they should take action to change their circumstances.
Or should I stay and wait another day
Or if they should continue to wait for something to happen.
Time will bring the answer
Ultimately, time will provide an answer to these questions.
Will we feed the cancer
The question remains whether or not society will continue to perpetuate negative aspects.
We don't give a damn at all
Overall, many people have become indifferent to the world's issues.
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