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.
Jehovah
Impellitteri Lyrics
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Rising from ashes, tire and faith
Giving me power power to run the race
Out of the shadows, mercy and grace
Lift up the scriptures to show the way
If ever this world was my life
Searching a soul on fire
Now it's time to run away
Jehovah, now show me the way
Victims and visions, excess and fame
Deceiving the masses, a mystical game
Wait for salvation, selling your soul
Lies and corruption, surrender control
There comes a brand new day
When you wake up front this crime
There's nothing leti to save
But the soul you left behind
Jehovah
Wasted days, wasted nights, enticing words keep you in the fight
Seducing minds and lusting eyes, I know the time has come for me to go
There comes a brand new day
When you wake up front this crime
There's nothing leti to save
But the soul you left behind
Jehovah
The song "Jehovah" by Impellitteri is a call for guidance, strength, and redemption. The lyrics suggest that the world is filled with deception, corruption, and lust, and that it is easy to get lost in the chaos. However, despite all of this, the singer in the song seeks the help of Jehovah to show them the way. "Rising from ashes, tire and faith, giving me power to run the race" - these lyrics convey the message that even in tough times, one can find strength and hope through their faith. The chorus is a plea to Jehovah for guidance - "Jehovah, you've got to show me the way".
The second verse focuses on the dangers of excessive wealth, fame, and deception. The lyrics suggest that people can get lost in the pursuit of these things, and that it can be easy to surrender control. The song ends with a call to action - "There comes a brand new day, when you wake up from this crime, there's nothing left to save but the soul you left behind. Jehovah". This suggests that no matter how lost one might feel, there is always an opportunity to start anew and find redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Jehovah, you've got to show me the way
I need guidance and direction from Jehovah.
Rising from ashes, tire and faith
With my faith I am able to rise again from difficult situations.
Giving me power power to run the race
Jehovah gives me the strength to persevere and complete the journey of life.
Out of the shadows, mercy and grace
Jehovah's mercy and grace shines a light on me and brings me out of darkness.
Lift up the scriptures to show the way
The scriptures provide guidance and direction to navigate life with faith in Jehovah.
If ever this world was my life
If I was ever focused solely on worldly pursuits.
I'm watching it fade away
I am now seeing the superficiality of those pursuits.
Searching a soul on fire
Looking for a passionate and meaningful life driven by faith in Jehovah.
Now it's time to run away
It's time to leave behind the distractions of the world and run towards Jehovah.
Victims and visions, excess and fame
The world presents false idols and temptations to distract from the true purpose of life.
Deceiving the masses, a mystical game
These distractions are used to deceive many people and keep them from finding their true spiritual path.
Wait for salvation, selling your soul
Many people wait for someone else to provide their salvation, without taking responsibility for their own spiritual journey.
Lies and corruption, surrender control
These false distractions lead to lies and corruption, and allow people to give up control of their own lives.
There comes a brand new day
A new beginning or opportunity to start fresh.
When you wake up front this crime
Realizing the mistakes made in the past and taking responsibility to move forward.
There's nothing left to save
The worldly distractions have no value or purpose in a spiritual journey towards Jehovah.
But the soul you left behind Jehovah
The only meaningful thing left to save is the soul, which can be brought back to Jehovah through faith and dedication.
Wasted days, wasted nights, enticing words keep you in the fight
False promises and temptations keep people trapped in a life without faith or true purpose.
Seducing minds and lusting eyes, I know the time has come for me to go
Realizing the damaging effects of these distractions and making the decision to leave them behind.
Contributed by Chloe V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.