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.
Play With Fire
Impellitteri Lyrics
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You can feel it hold you tight
And I know just where you go
'cause you're hiding from the light
You can't deny the fear in your mind
Walk before you run 'cause you're
Under the gun
Feeling it burn inside,
There's still time to turn away
You've only just begun
To play with Fire
Play with Fire
You keep spinning like a wheel
You're still looking for a deal
Take your dreams and tie you down
Steal your time you're losing ground
You can't believe what you never see
Open up your eyes
Escape to the light
Hearing the words they lie
Promising paradise
There's still time to turn away
You've only just begun
To Play with Fire, Play with Fire
Play with Fire, you Play with Fire
No don't listen to liars
They'll never take you higher
Now turn away
You're Playing with Fire!
You can see it in your life
You can feel it hold you tight
Take you're dreams and tie you down
Steal your time, you're losing ground
You can't deny the fear in your mind
Open up your eyes, escape to the light
Feeling it burn inside
Knowing what's on the line
There's still time to turn away
You've only just begun
to Play with Fire
Play with Fire
You Play with Fire
The lyrics to Impellitteri's "Play with Fire" are a warning to anyone who is starting to venture into dangerous and risky territory. The song speaks to the lure of temptation and how easy it can be to get caught up in something that seems exciting but can ultimately lead to destruction. The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer pointing out how it's easy to get caught up in fear and hide from the light, but it's important to walk before running when under pressure. He urges the listener to pay attention to what's on the line and turn away before it's too late.
The second verse highlights the consequences of getting caught up in risky behavior. The lyrics mention how dreams can tie us down and steal our time, leading to frustration and a feeling of losing ground. The singer warns against falling for promises of paradise and to instead focus on the truth, open our eyes and escape into the light. The chorus repeats the warning to turn away from danger and the final verse outlines the dangers of continuing to play with fire.
Line by Line Meaning
You can see it in your life
The consequences of your actions are evident in your life.
You can feel it hold you tight
The fear of failure is gripping you tightly.
And I know just where you go
I understand your tendency to avoid the truth.
'cause you're hiding from the light
You're avoiding the truth and trying to escape the consequences of your actions.
You can't deny the fear in your mind
You're afraid of failure and its consequences.
Walk before you run 'cause you're
Take your time and be cautious because you're inexperienced.
Under the gun
You're feeling immense pressure to succeed.
Feeling it burn inside,
The fear of failure is burning inside you.
Knowing what's on the line
You're aware of the risks involved in your actions.
There's still time to turn away
It's not too late to reconsider your actions.
You've only just begun
You're still in the early stages and there is time to make a better choice.
To play with Fire
To take significant risks and face the possibility of failure.
You keep spinning like a wheel
You're indecisive and can't commit to a course of action.
You're still looking for a deal
You're searching for short cuts and an easy way out.
Take your dreams and tie you down
Your ambitions may limit your freedom and constrain your choices.
Steal your time you're losing ground
Your obsessions are causing time to slip away and hindering your progress.
You can't believe what you never see
You can't trust what people say until you've seen it for yourself.
Open up your eyes
Be attentive and observant to the truth.
Escape to the light
Find a way to avoid the darkness of failure and mistakes.
Hearing the words they lie
People may deceive you into making poor choices.
Promising paradise
People may tempt you with the illusion of security and success.
No don't listen to liars
Don't be deceived by dishonest people.
They'll never take you higher
Dishonest people can never help you achieve your true potential.
Now turn away
Reject dishonesty and choose a better path.
You're Playing with Fire!
Your risky behavior may lead to failure and regret.
Play with Fire, you Play with Fire
Repeatedly taking risks increases your chance of failure.
There's still time to turn away
It's not too late to change your behavior.
You've only just begun
It's not too late to start making better choices.
to Play with Fire
To continue taking risks that may lead to failure.
Play with Fire
To take significant risks and face the possibility of failure.
Contributed by Hailey N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
AIR RAID
This EP is extremely underrated, amazing stuff!
thaustin14
i love the chord progression thing thats leads up to the solo and the solo itself it shredtastic
dis por
this solo is just sick.
Steve M
The best thing about this guy is that he can shred like anything, i think he prefer more to shred than using legatos.
Elias
SHREDTASTIC SONG!!!!
magicsXfive
This is one rockin' EP.
Sam Reyes
Still have this cassette
Tochi Azares
nice 'shredtastic' ... \m/
Lordgunslinger
nice.
Steve M
You were saying "Vice", I know it