Critics have compared Iron Savior's sound and musical approach to classic heavy metal bands like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Queensrÿche. Kai Hansen's presence in the band brought to the Iron Savior albums on which he appeared a style heavily influenced by Gamma Ray and Helloween.
Since its inception, Iron Savior has released twelve studio albums, two EPs, three singles and one live album. Despite numerous lineup changes, Piet has continued to direct the band and is currently the only remaining founding member.
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Studio albums
Iron Savior (1997)
Unification (1999)
Dark Assault (2001)
Condition Red (2002)
Battering Ram (2004)
Megatropolis (2007) (re-recorded in 2015 as Megatropolis 2.0)
The Landing (2011)
Rise of the Hero (2014)
Titancraft (2016)
Reforged - Riding on Fire (2017)
Kill or Get Killed (2019)
Skycrest (2020)
Reforged - Ironbound (2022)
The Rage
Iron Savior Lyrics
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We were drinking beauty with our eyes
We were given all to make our own let us be left alone
Laid the tasks and paid the price, everything survives
Crushed and bolted all the great
After every win, what a stake we're in
It's paying better than the grave
When we talk without amend, we see red, and then
Like a tiger in the cage
We begin to shake with rage
The lyrics to Iron Savior's song "The Rage" are an expression of the intense emotions that arise from a life of struggle and hardship. The first verse talks about how the singer and their companions had to overcome many obstacles to get where they are, and how they were awed by the beauty of the world they discovered. But despite their successes, they are still not content. The chorus talks about how they are always in some kind of dangerous situation, and how they are often driven to anger and violence as a result. The metaphor of the tiger in the cage suggests that these intense emotions are a natural consequence of the difficult life the singer has led.
The second verse talks about how their successes have come with a high cost, and how each victory only leads to more challenges. The line "what a stake we're in" suggests that they are playing a high-stakes game, one that could easily end in failure or death. But even as they face these challenges, they remain committed to their goals, and continue to fight for what they believe in. The final lines of the chorus suggest that this fight has taken its toll on them, and that they are driven to the brink of madness by their struggles.
Overall, "The Rage" is a powerful expression of the emotions that can arise from a life of adversity. It shows that even the strongest and most successful people are not immune to the pressures of life, and that sometimes the only way to cope is to embrace your anger and use it to fuel your drive and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
From a fireball we came crossed sea and mountain
We rose from destruction and overcame immense obstacles to get where we are.
We were drinking beauty with our eyes
We were immersed in the glorious wonders of life and felt invincible.
We were given all to make our own let us be left alone
We were granted independence and want to operate without interference from others.
Laid the tasks and paid the price, everything survives
We endured many challenges and sacrifices but ultimately prevailed.
Crushed and bolted all the great
We defeated all formidable foes and left them in our wake.
After every win, what a stake we're in
After achieving success, there is always pressure to maintain and surpass it.
It's paying better than the grave
The rewards of success are better than the alternative of failure and defeat.
When we talk without amend, we see red, and then
When we speak without restraint, our anger and emotions get the best of us.
Deep inside the blood begins to boil
Our anger and frustration start to consume us from within.
Like a tiger in the cage
We feel trapped and primal, ready to lash out and fight back.
We begin to shake with rage
Our anger and fury overwhelm us, causing a physical reaction.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glenn Raymond Tipton, Kenneth Downing, Robert Halford
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Grievous Reborn
this band really loves covering Judas Priest
Kevin Persen Liset
:) YEY Goosebumps , i love this song !!
THEATREofPAIN270
Thank the metal god. This is one of the better covers of The Rage on you tube. Better than putting a shiity twist on it like these other bands. Liked this post. LONG LIVE JUDAS PRIEST
S Sni
I really don't like listening to Judas Priest covers. Sometimes bands can match the general notes, but rarely the sound & vibe of Glen, KK, Ian & drummers. Even fewer bands, almost none, have singers who can sing in their own style but in the same method as Rob Halford.
But that wasn't the case at all with this band.
I really dig this version, one of my fav covers for Priest & very well done. I'm extremely impressed. 👍🏻
the hellion
Generally you are right. However, some talented pupils of Metal Gods manage to cover them decently. For example - Gamma Ray's Victim of Changes and Exciter.
leunamme888
Judas Priest has the significant talent of writing superb songs. If the musicians have the talent and skill it isn't hard to play good cover.
TheLordBaggio
and this means it's good or not?
RCH
AMEN S Snii!
Matt Bauman
Really like the interpretation of the song musically, but the vocals disappoint.
Renato D.O.
Sielck's voice so powerwful, this cover doesn't match his vocal style, not bad just doesn't fit. btw listen to Rise to Remain cover of the same song, so fucking horrible