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.

THE VISION
Impellitteri Lyrics

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I see the lightning strike as it shoots across the sky
I hear the thunder roll as it shakes the earth inside
Bringing down the wrath of God for the sins of Babylon
All eyes on the Son of Man as he steps down from the clouds

Send us to oblivion, shake the hand of wrath

Now I'm ready to die - for my conviction

Fight - my opposition
Cry - in my affliction tonight
You know I'm ready to die - it's my decision
Fight - the inquisition
Cry - for my submission tonight
Now I'm ready to die - in my confession
Fight - it's my obsession
Cry - for my transgression tonight
You know I'm ready to die - in this condition
Fight - for my position
Cry - I see the vision tonight

Built upon the sacrifice of the ones who came before
Laying down the cornerstone of the Word forevermore
Our days are numbered as we spin out of control
Compromise and little white lies can't purify the soul

Send us to oblivion, shake the hand of wrath

Now I'm ready to die - for my conviction
Fight - my opposition
Cry - in my affliction tonight
You know I'm ready to die - it's my decision
Fight - the inquisition
Cry - for my submission tonight
Now I'm ready to die - in my confession
Fight - it's my obsession
Cry - for my transgression tonight
You know I'm ready to die - in this condition

Fight - for my position
Cry - I see the vision tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Impellitteri's The Vision is deeply rooted in religious and spiritual themes. The song talks about the power and wrath of God and the impending judgment that will come to the sins of Babylon. The lightning strikes and the thunder roll in the sky, signifying the arrival of the Son of Man who will judge and bring down punishment to the sinners. The song portrays a powerful image of the end times, where humanity will face judgment for their actions and beliefs.

The second part of the song talks about the sacrifice of the ones who came before and laying down the cornerstone of the Word forevermore. It reflects upon the need for spiritual purity and the consequences of compromise and little white lies. The lyrics imply that one must be ready to face the consequences of their actions and beliefs, even if it means death. The song is a call to action for those who believe in their convictions and stand ready to face the inquisition and judgement.

Overall, the lyrics of The Vision are a reflection of the religious and spiritual themes that run deep in society. The song highlights the importance of standing for one's convictions and beliefs even in the face of death and judgment.

Line by Line Meaning

I see the lightning strike as it shoots across the sky
The singer witnesses a powerful and destructive force in nature, which is used to convey a larger spiritual message.

I hear the thunder roll as it shakes the earth inside
The singer hears the aftermath of the lightning strike, which produces a powerful and disturbing sensation within them.

Bringing down the wrath of God for the sins of Babylon
The lightning and thunder are interpreted as a symbol of God's judgement against humanity for their immoral behavior.

All eyes on the Son of Man as he steps down from the clouds
In response to God's judgement, humanity looks to Jesus Christ (the Son of Man) for salvation.

Send us to oblivion, shake the hand of wrath
The artist is willing to face eternal damnation and God's judgement rather than compromise their beliefs.

Now I'm ready to die - for my conviction
The singer is prepared to face death because of their deeply-held beliefs and sense of moral purpose.

Fight - my opposition
The singer is willing to stand up to those who oppose them and their beliefs.

Cry - in my affliction tonight
The artist expresses their emotional pain and struggle in the face of opposition and adversity.

You know I'm ready to die - it's my decision
The artist refuses to back down or compromise, even if it means their death.

Fight - the inquisition
The artist is willing to fight against a powerful and oppressive religious institution (the Inquisition) in defense of their beliefs.

Cry - for my submission tonight
The singer expresses their emotional pain and feelings of defeat when faced with the prospect of submitting to an oppressive authority.

Now I'm ready to die - in my confession
The artist is willing to die confessing their beliefs, even if it means facing persecution or death.

Fight - it's my obsession
The singer is completely dedicated to their beliefs and will fight to defend them no matter what.

Cry - for my transgression tonight
The singer expresses their guilt or regret for having done something that violates their moral code or beliefs.

You know I'm ready to die - in this condition
The singer is willing to die in their current state of struggle or affliction, rather than compromise their beliefs or give in to an oppressive authority.

Fight - for my position
The artist is dedicated to their beliefs and will fight to defend their moral position and sense of purpose.

Cry - I see the vision tonight
The artist sees their moral vision clearly and feels a deep emotional connection to their beliefs and sense of purpose.

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