Impellitteri is a heavy metal band from USA formed and led by guitar virtuo… Read Full Bio ↴Impellitteri is a heavy metal band from USA formed and led by guitar virtuoso Chris Impellitteri in 1987. Since then, the band has released numerous albums to critical praise, mainly due to Chris Impellitteri's speed/shred style of playing. The band's style is often compared to Racer X, while Chris' is compared to Yngwie Malmsteen.

Chris Impellitteri formed Impellitteri in 1987 together with Rob Rock as vocalist. That year, they released an EP called the black album. The selftitled EP was well-received, and Impellitteri regrouped, this time with Graham Bonnet as lead singer, and release the full-length album Stand In Line in 1988.

After some touring and label deals, Impellitteri returned (again with Rob Rock on vocals) with Grin and Bear It in 1992. The following year, they released another EP titled Victim of the System. In 1994, they released Answer To The Master.

In 1996, Impellitteri released Screaming Symphony, which has become one of the most acclaimed albums of the band. In 1997 they released yet another EP titled Fuel For The Fire, in preparation for their next full-length album. The next year, they released another of their most acclaimed works: Eye of the Hurricane. They followed it in 2000 with Crunch.

Shortly after, Rock decided to pursue a solo career so Impellitteri recruited Graham Bonnet again, and started working on his next album. In 2002, they finally released System X. That year, they also released a compilation of hits called The Very Best of Impellitteri.

The union with Bonnet would be short-lived as they parted ways some time after, and Impellitteri recruited Curtis Skelton, finally releasing Pedal To The Metal in 2004, one of their most aggressive albums to date.

Chris Impellitteri is currently working with an LA band (as a member, not leader) and has announced that they will release a new album soon.

Chris Impellitteri has been ranked together with Deicide drummer Steve Asheim and bassist Adrian Davison as perhaps the fastest musicians on their respective instruments.

The band is currently on hiatus as Chris recently joined a Los Angeles band, and is working with them on a new album.

Hurricane
Impellitteri Lyrics

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Your sit with your eyes shut
On the edge of your seat
Nervously waiting
So pathetic and weak
Adrenaline runs through your veins
Fear slowly sets in
The bell in the black tower rings
The showdown's about to begin

They call me the freight train
Cause I'm the master of pain, pain, pain
With a fist full of lightning
I'm gonna put you in your grave
Run a way
I am the path of destruction
And yes the master of pain... Hurricane
With a fist full of lightning
I am the hurricane... let's dance

So you wanna take your chance with me
Skin that smoke stack
And let the whole world see
Ain't got time for your despair
Cross that line
You've got guts boy I'll give you that

[Solo]

I am the freight train
And I'm the master of pain, pain, pain
With a fist full of lightning
I'm gonna put you in you grave
Run a way
I am the path of destruction
And yes the master of pain... Hurricane
With a fist full of lightning
I am the hurricane... Hurricane
I am the I am the freight train
And I'm the master of pain
With a fist full of lightning
I am the hurricane... Hurricane

I am the hurricane
I am the hurricane

Overall Meaning

Impellitteri's song "Hurricane" is a powerful heavy metal anthem about a confident and strong protagonist who is ready to take on any challenger. The lyrics describe the anticipation and fear of the challenger, who is waiting nervously for a showdown with the singer. The singer goes by the name "freight train" and "hurricane," boasting that he is the master of pain and destruction. He is not afraid to confront anyone who wants to challenge him, and he is portrayed as a powerful and unstoppable force with a fist full of lightning.

The lyrics of "Hurricane" can be interpreted in different ways, from the music industry to personal struggles. The song describes the cut-throat world of music, where artists are expected to compete fiercely for recognition and acceptance. The singer in the song represents a musician who is confident and ready to take on any challenge. The challenger could be any other musician or an obstacle in the way of the singer's success. On a personal level, the song can be seen as a motivational anthem for anyone struggling to overcome obstacles and challenges in life. It is a reminder to stay confident, strong, and fearless on the road to achieving one's goals.

Line by Line Meaning

Your sit with your eyes shut
You are sitting with your eyes closed

On the edge of your seat
You are sitting at the edge of your seat with excitement

Nervously waiting
You are waiting with nervousness

So pathetic and weak
Your attitude is weak and spineless

Adrenaline runs through your veins
You are feeling a rush of adrenaline

Fear slowly sets in
You are feeling fear creeping in

The bell in the black tower rings
The symbol of your imminent doom rings

The showdown's about to begin
The confrontation is beginning

They call me the freight train
I am referred to as a freight train

Cause I'm the master of pain, pain, pain
I'm called that because I inflict a lot of pain

With a fist full of lightning
I wield the power of lightning in my fist