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.
Walk Away
Impellitteri Lyrics
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Screaming in silence, it's tearing you apart
Burning with vengeance, need an answer for your soul
Consider the damage, got nothing you can show
And as you travel on the road of desperation
You always wonder what your life could be
And as you're going though the trials and tribulation
The final solution is knocking at your door
It's not an illusion, you're a casualty of war
The need of the Savior is calling on the wind
Breaking the darkness, the new day will begin
And as you travel on the road of revelation
You always wonder what your life could be
And as you're going though the trials and tribulation
I hope someday you see what I see
(walk away!)
Walk away, you're a prisoner of lies
It's got a hold on you that makes you compromise
(walk away!)
Walk away, you're a prisoner of lies
It's only fear itself that keeps you chained alive
(walk away!)
Walk away, you're a prisoner of lies
It's got a hold on you that makes you compromise
(walk away!)
Walk away, you're a prisoner of lies
It's only fear itself that keeps you chained alive
Walk away
The lyrics to Impellitteri's song Walk Away are a call for someone who is struggling with inner turmoil to recognize the damage they are causing themselves, and to find the strength to break free from the lies and fear that are holding them back. The opening lines describe the violence that is raging in the listener's heart and tearing them apart silently. The next lines call for the person to consider the damage they have done, but they have nothing to show for it. This struggle is described as a road of desperation and tribulation, but the hope is that the person can see what the writer sees.
The chorus is a repeated message to 'walk away' from being a prisoner of lies. The person has compromised themselves and is a casualty of war, but there is a need for a savior to break the darkness and bring in a new day. The final lines are a call to 'walk away' from the lies and fears that keep them chained alive. The song ultimately asks the listener to recognize their strength and break free from negative influences.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at the violence that rages in your heart
Take a moment to recognize the anger and aggression consuming your emotions
Screaming in silence, it's tearing you apart
The inner turmoil and pain is overwhelming even though it's not visible
Burning with vengeance, need an answer for your soul
The desire for revenge is consuming your being and you're searching for a solution to give your soul peace
Consider the damage, got nothing you can show
Reflect on the harm you've caused with nothing to show for it
And as you travel on the road of desperation
As you continue down the path of hopelessness
You always wonder what your life could be
You question what your life could look like if you had taken a different path
And as you're going though the trials and tribulation
As you face challenges and difficulties
I hope someday you see what I see
I hope you'll eventually see the truth that's apparent to me
The final solution is knocking at your door
The end is near and a decision must be made of how to move forward
It's not an illusion, you're a casualty of war
This isn't a fantasy, you're a victim of the fighting within yourself
The need of the Savior is calling on the wind
There's a voice calling for rescue and guidance through the chaos
Breaking the darkness, the new day will begin
A fresh start is possible and the darkness of the past can be left behind
Walk away, you're a prisoner of lies
Stop believing the false narratives, you're trapped in a web of deceit
It's got a hold on you that makes you compromise
The lies have a grip on you and force you into making concessions
It's only fear itself that keeps you chained alive
Your fear is what's really holding you back from breaking free
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