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)
Evening Star
Judas Priest Lyrics
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I felt I had to go
An inner voice had called me there
But why I did not know
I saw the evening star rise up
Shining out to sea
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
I used to tempt fate
I couldn't see straight
I faltered through my younger days
Never knowing where I was going
Then something helped me penetrate the haze
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
Now I am stronger
The haze no longer
Ruins my future destiny
Such inspirations and new sensations
Pull up these string ties chasing me
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
I'm home once more, much better for
The things that I have found
Much wiser now, so simple how
Each time I turn around
I see the evening star rise up
Shining out on me
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
The lyrics of Judas Priest's "Evening Star" talk about a spiritual journey. The singer of the song feels an inner call which leads him to a distant shore. He observes the evening star rising up, shining out to sea, and this helps him understand the meaning of all that has happened. The evening star becomes a guiding light for the singer, in his quest for self-discovery and purpose.
In the first verse, the singer highlights the uncertainty behind his journey. He does not know why he had to go, but he felt compelled to do so. This may symbolize the universal human search for meaning, which often leads us to unfamiliar places. The evening star could represent an omen or a guide towards his inner journey.
The second verse is a reflection of the singer's past. He admits to having "falter[ed] through [his] younger days, never knowing where [he] was going". This could be a reference to his struggles with addiction, relationships, or other setbacks. But he also mentions that something helped him "penetrate the haze", which could be interpreted as a newfound clarity or spiritual awakening.
The chorus offers a sense of hope and optimism. The evening star is guiding the singer towards a brighter future. He is now stronger, and the haze no longer ruins his future destiny. The final verse shows the singer's gratitude towards his journey. He has gained wisdom and has found what he was looking for. The evening star, in its rising and shining, reminds him of the path he has taken and the meaning he has found.
Line by Line Meaning
I traveled to a distant shore
I took a journey to a faraway place.
I felt I had to go
I had an inner feeling that I needed to embark on this journey.
An inner voice had called me there
A voice inside me urged me to go on this journey.
But why I did not know
I didn't know the reason behind this urge.
I saw the evening star rise up
I witnessed the Evening Star rising in the sky.
Shining out to sea
It was gleaming over the sea.
And now I understand at last what it means
I have finally realized the significance of the Evening Star.
What it all means
I have grasped the importance of the journey and the Evening Star.
Evening star I can see the light
I can clearly discern the light emanating from the Evening Star.
Evening star guiding me so bright
The bright light from the Evening Star is guiding my way.
I used to tempt fate
I used to take foolish risks.
I couldn't see straight
I was unable to perceive things clearly.
I faltered through my younger days
During my youth, I had many difficulties and mistakes.
Never knowing where I was going
I had no clear direction in life.
Then something helped me penetrate the haze
Something aided me in cutting through the confusion.
Now I am stronger
I am now more capable and confident.
The haze no longer ruins my future destiny
I am no longer held back by uncertainty and confusion.
Such inspirations and new sensations
I feel inspired and stimulated in new ways.
Pull up these string ties chasing me
I feel compelled to chase after new opportunities and directions.
I'm home once more, much better for
I have returned home with a better sense of myself and my purpose.
The things that I have found
I have discovered valuable insights and knowledge.
Much wiser now, so simple how
I am wiser now and realize the simplicity of what truly matters.
Each time I turn around
Every time I look back on my journey.
I see the evening star rise up
I see the Evening Star rising once again.
Shining out on me
It shines upon me.
And now I understand at last what it means
I have finally understood the significance of the Evening Star.
What it all means
I have comprehended the meaning behind my journey and the Evening Star.
Evening star I can see the light
The light emanating from the Evening Star is clear to me.
Evening star guiding me so bright
The bright light from the Evening Star is still guiding me as I continue on my journey.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: GLENN RAYMOND TIPTON, ROB HALFORD
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비정한세상
Evening Star
I travelled to a distant shore
I felt I had to go
An inner voice had called me there
But why I did not know
I saw the evening star rise up
Shining out to sea
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
I used to tempt fate
I couldn't see straight
I faltered through my younger days
Never knowing where I was going
Then something helped me penetrate the haze
Now I am stronger
The haze no longer
Ruins my future destiny
Such inspirations and new sensations
Pull up these string ties chasing me
I'm home once more, much better for
The things that I have found
Much wiser now, so simple how
Each time I turn around
I see the evening star rise up
Shining out on me
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
비정한세상
Evening Star
I travelled to a distant shore
I felt I had to go
An inner voice had called me there
But why I did not know
I saw the evening star rise up
Shining out to sea
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
Evening star I can see the light
Evening star guiding me so bright
I used to tempt fate
I couldn't see straight
I faltered through my younger days
Never knowing where I was going
Then something helped me penetrate the haze
Now I am stronger
The haze no longer
Ruins my future destiny
Such inspirations and new sensations
Pull up these string ties chasing me
I'm home once more, much better for
The things that I have found
Much wiser now, so simple how
Each time I turn around
I see the evening star rise up
Shining out on me
And now I understand at last what it means
What it all means
David Adams
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wla
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Justin H. Music
One of my favorite Priest songs.🤘
Metal Piano Music
I love this song!!!!! I actually just made a piano arrangement of breaking the law, now I’m considering to do this one as well
B. R.
The music of the Judas Priest is of many colors
Blvck Vnime
thanks for so much music, a great band⭐
AURAL FIXXATION
This is still to me, the last album of JP that captures the old band with what they were to become. That's not meant as a good or bad comment.
subwaygoddess1
My favorite Priest song
Obsidian Features
A Judas Priest gem sucks that most live versions of this I’ve heard they cut that beautiful melodic guitar sound at 2:17-2:35