After releasing the demo EP Enter the Realm (1989) and signing to Century Media Records, the band released two full-length studio albums – Iced Earth (1990) and Night of the Stormrider (1991) – before taking a two-year hiatus from 1992 to 1994, after which the band returned with new lead vocalist Matt Barlow. Iced Earth went on to release four studio albums with him in over half a decade: Burnt Offerings (1995), The Dark Saga (1996), Something Wicked This Way Comes (1998) and Horror Show (2001).
After Horror Show, Barlow quit the band and joined the police force, while Iced Earth continued on with Tim "Ripper" Owens, formerly of Judas Priest, on vocals. With Owens, the band released two studio albums (2004's The Glorious Burden and 2007's Framing Armageddon: Something Wicked Part 1). In late 2007, Barlow rejoined the band, and they recorded one more album with him: The Crucible of Man: Something Wicked Part 2 (2008). In 2011, Barlow once again left Iced Earth, and was replaced by Into Eternity frontman Stu Block. Dystopia, Block's first album with the group, was released that October; the album received a positive response, while some critics called it one of Iced Earth's best albums. The group recorded two more albums with Block: Plagues of Babylon (2014) and Incorruptible (2017).
Before arriving at their current lineup, Iced Earth has had numerous line-up changes, with founder Jon Schaffer as the only founding member remaining. As of 2021, there have been over thirty musicians in and out of Iced Earth since its formation in 1984.
The band is composed solely of Schaffer and drummer Brent Smedley, with all other band members having departed following Schaffer's January 2021 arrest by the FBI for his involvement in the Capitol riots. Schaffer is in FBI custody on felony charges, which has generated new publicity for Iced Earth and has resulted in the band being dropped from their longtime label Century Media.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iced_Earth
Studio albums
Iced Earth (1990)
Night of the Stormrider (1991)
Burnt Offerings (1995)
The Dark Saga (1996)
Something Wicked This Way Comes (1998)
Horror Show (2001)
The Glorious Burden (2004)
Framing Armageddon: Something Wicked Part 1 (2007)
The Crucible of Man: Something Wicked Part 2 (2008)
Dystopia (2011)
Plagues of Babylon (2014)
Incorruptible (2017)
A Narrative Soundscape (2022)
Stand Alone
Iced Earth Lyrics
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Those who feel you're a freak
Everything about you is wrong
You must be sick, you don't belong
Father said, worry not what they say
Use your mind, your own free will
In a time when everyone follows
They only say what they want you to hear
Half-truths have been twisted to conceal your fate
In a world of spoon-fed emotion
Intelligence can save
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
You will seize the day
Son, say what you mean, don't be afraid
Tell them how you feel, hear what I say
Be true to yourself and true to your own
Your spirit will crush the hearts of stone
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
It's a leap of faith
The lyrics of Iced Earth’s song Stand Alone speak to the struggle of individuality in a conformist world. It begins by rejecting the societal pressure to conform, and rejecting the criticisms of those who label the individual as an outsider. The singer's father, however, provides encouragement to live according to one's own beliefs and reject the fear of being judged. The song states the dangers of ignorance and emotional manipulation with society following blindly without insight. “Stand Alone” echoes the need to stand firm and forge one's path, regardless of how difficult it may be, and instead of hiding one's true nature and beliefs behind lies and deception, one should be true to oneself, and remain steadfast in the face of adversary.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen not to ones who preach
Ignore those who try to tell you what to think or do
Those who feel you're a freak
People who judge you as different or strange
Everything about you is wrong
Others may see you as flawed or incorrect in every way
You must be sick, you don't belong
They believe you are diseased or abnormal and do not fit in with societal norms
Father said, worry not what they say
Your parent advises you to not be troubled by others' opinions
Use your mind, your own free will
Make decisions based on your own thoughts and desires, not influenced by others
In a time when everyone follows
This is a time when people conform to societal pressures
Ignorance can kill
Not knowing the truth or being misinformed can have serious consequences
They only say what they want you to hear
People manipulate information to control your perspective
Half-truths have been twisted to conceal your fate
Partially truthful information has been distorted to hide the intended outcome
In a world of spoon-fed emotion
Society perpetuates emotions that are accepted rather than those that are felt genuinely
Intelligence can save
Thinking critically and intelligently can help protect you
Stand alone
Be independent and don't follow the crowd
Hear what I say
Listen carefully to the singer's advice
You will seize the day
You will take charge of your future and succeed
Son, say what you mean, don't be afraid
Parental advice instructing you to speak your truth without fear
Tell them how you feel, hear what I say
Communicate your emotions and convey the message effectively
Be true to yourself and true to your own
Remain authentic to who you are and your beliefs
Your spirit will crush the hearts of stone
Your strong-willed character will ultimately defeat those who oppose you
It's a leap of faith
Taking action without knowing the outcome is an uncertain risk
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Everton Silva
Listen not to ones who preach
Those who feel you're a freak
Everything about you is wrong
You must be sick, you don't belong
Father said, worry not what they say
Use your mind, your own free will
In a time when everyone follows
Ignorance can kill
They only say what they want you to hear
Half-truths have been twisted to conceal your fate
In a world of spoon-fed emotion
Intelligence can save
Chorus:
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
You will seize the day
Son, say what you mean, don't be afraid
Tell them how you feel, hear what I say
Be true to yourself and true to your own
Your spirit will crush the hearts of stone
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
It's a leap of faith
Garo
Very fitting song for these times. In a world of spoon fed emotion intelligence can save!
Adrian Pop-Tifrea
Do you know what is better than listening to this song ? Listening to it twice :))
therealWilytank
This is definatly my favorite Iced Earth Album.
LiberTree
This and Defiance are just the perfect songs for when you feel down.
Danny K
I was lucky enough to see iced earth in Athens back 1999. I arrived home ( I’m Greek ) from Australia the day of the concert at the rodon club. Touched down at 4:30 am. My cousins said tonight we are going to a heavy metal concert. And boy was I not surprised . Iced earth kicked ass that night .
Manny Jimenez
I don't know about it being their best, but it is my personal FAVORITE! It was my first, and I stand by this as well. They write amazing lyrics and insane music to back up the vocals. :]
Everton Silva
Listen not to ones who preach
Those who feel you're a freak
Everything about you is wrong
You must be sick, you don't belong
Father said, worry not what they say
Use your mind, your own free will
In a time when everyone follows
Ignorance can kill
They only say what they want you to hear
Half-truths have been twisted to conceal your fate
In a world of spoon-fed emotion
Intelligence can save
Chorus:
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
You will seize the day
Son, say what you mean, don't be afraid
Tell them how you feel, hear what I say
Be true to yourself and true to your own
Your spirit will crush the hearts of stone
Stand alone
Hear what I say
Stand alone
It's a leap of faith
James Nettleton
Vocals similar to Paul Stanley on the parts of the High vocal range. Good talented metal band, with thought provoking lyrics, telling it how it is in today,s world.
burning255
This needs fucking more views.One of my fave songs
Arpad Frank
The best Iced Earth album!!! Yeah!!!