The band's membership has seen much turnover, including a revolving cast of drummers in the 1970s and the departure of singer Rob Halford in 1992. Tim "Ripper" Owens, formerly of Winter's Bane, replaced Halford in 1996 and recorded two albums with Judas Priest, before Halford returned to the band in 2003. The current line-up consists of Halford, guitarists Glenn Tipton and Richie Faulkner, bassist Ian Hill and drummer Scott Travis. The band's best-selling album is 1982's Screaming for Vengeance, with their most commercially successful line-up featuring Ian Hill, Rob Halford, Glenn Tipton, guitarist K. K. Downing, and drummer Dave Holland. Tipton and Hill are the only two members of the band to appear on every album.
Halford's operatic vocal style and the twin guitar sound of Downing and Tipton have been a major influence on heavy metal bands. Judas Priest's image of leather, spikes, and other taboo articles of clothing were widely influential during the glam metal era of the 1980s. The Guardian referred to British Steel as the record that defines heavy metal. Despite a decline in exposure during the mid-1990s, the band has once again seen a resurgence, including worldwide tours, being inaugural inductees into the VH1 Rock Honors in 2006, receiving a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2010, and having their songs featured in video games such as Guitar Hero and the Rock Band series. In 2022, Judas Priest were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Studio albums
Rocka Rolla (1974)
Sad Wings of Destiny (1976)
Sin After Sin (1977)
Stained Class (1978)
Killing Machine (1978)
British Steel (1980)
Point of Entry (1981)
Screaming for Vengeance (1982)
Defenders of the Faith (1984)
Turbo (1986)
Ram It Down (1988)
Painkiller (1990)
Jugulator (1997)
Demolition (2001)
Angel of Retribution (2005)
Nostradamus (2008)
Redeemer of Souls (2014)
Firepower (2018)
Invincible Shield (2024)
Delivering the Goods
Judas Priest Lyrics
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No hesitating, my bodies aching
Looking for some action, satisfaction all right
Charging, vein faced, as active as one-hundred solid proof
Megaton, Leviathan, we're ready to hit the roof
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uh, Delivering the goods
Shake down, rock 'em boys, crack that whip strap mean
Pulse rate, air waves, battle lies in every place we've been
Stealing your hearts all across the land
Hot blood doing good, we're going to load you with our brand
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uh, Delivering the goods
Yeah, Delivering the goods
Have it your way
Stealing your hearts
Well we don't pull no punches, we aim where the crunch is
Bound to do most damage to your brain
If you're looking for it mellow
you're nothing more than yellow
Gonna do it again and again
We'll beat you to submission
So you might as well surrender
You gotta learn your lesson
'Cause there ain't nobody here to defend your heart
Faster, higher
'Til it seems that we're gonna break
Oh shootin' further, giving more than you're ever gonna take
Leaving your heads
Crushed out on the floor
Begging for mercy
Be careful or we'll do it some more
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uh, Delivering the goods
Uh, Delivering the goods
"Delivering the Goods" by Judas Priest is a high-octane, heavy metal rock song about a group of musicians who are ready to take on the world with their music. The song captures the essence of the hard rock genre with its pulsating rhythm and explosive energy. The lyrics describe the band members' confidence in their music, their desire to please their fans, and their willingness to give it their all on stage.
The first verse of the song talks about the band members' eagerness to perform and their anticipation of the adrenaline rush that comes with being on stage. They are looking for action and satisfaction, indicating the thrill they get from performing. The second verse talks about the band's ability to steal hearts with their brand of rock music. The chorus "Delivering the goods" is repeated several times in the song, which emphasizes the band's determination to please their fans.
The bridge of the song is an intense musical interlude that builds up momentum before launching into the final verse. The final verse contains some aggressive and violent imagery, such as punching and crushing, which underscores the band's assertiveness and power. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, which signifies the band's commitment to delivering a high-energy performance that their fans will remember.
Line by Line Meaning
Feeling like we're, ready to kick tonight
We have a feeling that we are ready to perform tonight.
No hesitating, my bodies aching
We are not hesitating, but our bodies are in pain.
Looking for some action, satisfaction all right
We are searching for some excitement and fulfillment.
Charging, vein faced, as active as one-hundred solid proof
We are full of high energy, determined and confident.
Megaton, Leviathan, we're ready to hit the roof
We are a force to be reckoned with and ready to bring the house down.
You better watch out and hold on tight
Be cautious and hold on tightly.
We're heading your way like dynamite
We are approaching with explosive force.
Uh, Delivering the goods
We are delivering what we promised.
Shake down, rock 'em boys, crack that whip strap mean
We are commanding attention and demanding respect through our intense performance.
Pulse rate, air waves, battle lies in every place we've been
Our music has reached many places, and we have fought battles in many of them.
Stealing your hearts all across the land
Our music has captured the hearts of our fans across the country.
Hot blood doing good, we're going to load you with our brand
Our passionate performances will inspire and energize our fans.
Have it your way
Do what you need to do.
Stealing your hearts
Our music will deeply touch your emotions.
Well we don't pull no punches, we aim where the crunch is
We are straightforward and direct in our approach.
Bound to do most damage to your brain
Our music will have a powerful and lasting impact on your mind.
If you're looking for it mellow you're nothing more than yellow
If you want something safe and easy, then you are not brave or daring.
Gonna do it again and again
We will continue to perform with great intensity and passion.
We'll beat you to submission
Our music will overpower you, and you will surrender.
So you might as well surrender
You should just give in and enjoy our music.
You gotta learn your lesson
You will learn from our powerful and unforgettable performances.
'Cause there ain't nobody here to defend your heart
You are on your own when it comes to protecting your heart from being touched by our music.
Faster, higher
We are performing with great speed and intensity.
'Til it seems that we're gonna break
We will continue to perform with great intensity, even if it seems that we cannot keep up.
Oh shootin' further, giving more than you're ever gonna take
We will continue to go beyond our limits and give more than what our fans expect.
Leaving your heads
Our performances will leave you in awe.
Crushed out on the floor
Our music will have a powerful and lasting impact on you.
Begging for mercy
You will be so moved by our music that you will want more, even if it's overwhelming.
Be careful or we'll do it some more
Be cautious because we will continue to perform with great passion and intensity.
Uh, Delivering the goods
We are delivering what we promised.
Yeah, Delivering the goods
We are delivering what we promised with great passion and intensity.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glenn Raymond Tipton, Kenneth Downing, Robert Halford
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Feeling like we're, ready to kick tonight
No hesitating, my bodies aching
Looking for some action, satisfaction all right
Charging, vein faced, as active as one-hundred solid proof
Mega town, Leviathan, we're ready to hit the roof
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uhhh, Delivering the goods
Uhhh, Delivering the goods
Shake down, rock 'em boys, crack that whip strap mean
Pulse rave, air waves, battle lies in every place we've been
Stealing your hearts all across the land
Hot blood doing good, we're going to load you with our brand
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uhhh, Delivering the goods
Yeah, Delivering the goods
Have your way
Stealing your hearts
Well we don't pull no punches, we aim where the crunch is
The bound to do most damage to your brain
If you're looking for it mellow
You're nothing more than yellow
Gonna do it again and again
We'll beat you to submission
So you might as well surrender
You do gotta learn your lesson
'Cause there ain't nobody here to defend your heart
Faster, higher
'Til it seems that we're gonna break
Ohh shootin' further, giving more than you're ever gonna take
Weaving with your heads
Crushed out on the floor
Begging for mercy
Be careful or we'll do it some more
You better watch out and hold on tight
We're heading your way like dynamite
Uhhh, Delivering the goods
Uhhh, Delivering the goods
Glenn Raymond Tipton / Kenneth Downing / Robert John Arthur Halford
Roy 'Panty Dropper' Cropper
JUDAS PRIEST ALWAYS DELIVERING THE GOODS TO ROCK AND HEAVY METAL!
Axel Bacardi
Came in 1978
Rock Dinosaur
A Priest classic that never gets played enough these days. The chord progression (E to Db) was clever for that period in hard rock. Very underrated rock composers.
M S
These guys were unreal composers. If it was easy to write original catchy rock songs then everyone would be doing it. These guys could do that. They are pretty well the first band to do proper metal songs. And to top it off they could import styles from other genres and make it work. I see people saying this is a step down from Stained Class but I think it takes more talent to make this album.
Toyota Kawasaki
What makes you believe they're underrated?
C B
@Toyota Kawasaki the fact that they're getting the "also ran" award in November, RRHOF. I think they're amazing, personally.
Jeff S
Such a classic, Megadeth just did a hell of a cover!!
paula claudia carola peñaloza balladares
Skid Row también tiene un gran cover
Jeff S
@paula claudia carola peñaloza balladares You are right. I just saw it!
West Media
That’s why I’m here. Didn’t know theirs was a cover