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)
Guidance
Judas Priest Lyrics
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But I live it to the full
And how would you know anyway?
You're just mister dull
Why don't you get into the things we do today
You could lose twenty years right away
So we say
Parental guidance here
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
Every day you scream at me to turn the music low
Well if you keep on screaming
You'll make me deaf you know
You always chew me out because I stay out late
Until your three-piece suit comes back in date
Get one thing straight
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
There's no communication
I'm tired of explanation
Is this message getting through?
You went through the same thing too
Don't you remember what it's like to lose control?
Put on my jacket before you get too old
Let's rock n' roll
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
We don't need no, no, no, no
Parental guidance here
Oh no
One life
And I'm gonna live it up
The lyrics to "Guidance" by Judas Priest can be interpreted as a rebellion against societal expectations, specifically those of parents who disapprove of their children's interests and behavior. The singer of the song asserts that they are living life to the fullest, and questions the authority of those who would criticize their choices. The phrase "parental guidance" is used as a negative term, suggesting that the need for guidance is limiting and unnecessary.
The first verse addresses those who would judge the singer's lifestyle, labeling them as "mister dull" and suggesting that they are not qualified to comment on the joys of living in the moment. The chorus defiantly rejects the idea of parental guidance, asserting the right to make one's own choices and live life on one's own terms. The second verse focuses on the conflict between the singer and their parents, with the parents wanting the singer to conform to their expectations for behavior and dress. The singer rejects this, asserting that there is no need for communication or explanation, and that their parents went through the same rebellious phase in their youth. The song ends with a call to "rock n' roll" and a warning not to grow too old or lose the ability to enjoy life.
Overall, "Guidance" can be seen as a celebration of youthful rebellion and a rejection of the societal norms that would restrict it. It is a call to live life on one's own terms and make the most of every moment, rather than being constrained by the expectations of others.
Line by Line Meaning
You say I waste my life away, but I live it to the full
I live life to the fullest, though you think it's a waste
And how would you know anyway, you're just mister dull
Your lack of excitement in life makes it hard to understand my choices
Why don't you get into the things we do today
Why not try what we enjoy doing?
You could lose twenty years right away, so we say
You may just love it so much that time will fly by, we promise
We don't need, no, no no no parental guidance here
We don't require any instructions or advice, thanks
Every day you scream at me to turn the music low
You always tell me to turn down the music
Well if you keep on screaming, you'll make me deaf you know
If you continue to yell, I'll lose my hearing abilities
You always chew me out, because I stay out late
You criticize me for staying out late
Until your three-piece suit comes back in date, get one thing straight
Until it becomes fashionable again, you need to understand
There's no communication
We don't communicate effectively
I'm tired of explanation
I'm sick of having to justify myself
Is this message getting through
Are you understanding what I'm saying?
You went through the same thing too
You had similar experiences in your youth
Don't you remember what it's like to lose control
Don't you recall how it feels to let go completely?
Put on my jacket - for you get too old
Join me before you become too old to enjoy it
Let's rock n' roll
Let's enjoy playing loud, energetic music
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glenn Raymond Tipton, Kenneth Downing, Rob Halford
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Nicolas11x12 English
That moment when a live performance sounds better than the studio version. Priest has always been a great live band!
Ryan Thompson Guitarist
It's the energy that makes them great
Alicia Cochran
I AGREE WITH YOU 100% THEY ARE A AWESOME LIVE BAND!!!
flashy5150
I'll agree with that.
Bazooka Ike
that is the mark of a truly great band
Doc Dave
Maybe because it's not a truly live recording. Judas Priest has multiple version labeled as "live", when the sound is very re-arranged in studio
Hellen Consequences
Fuel For Life was the first time I saw Judas Priest in concert so Turbo has a place in my heart forever.
Rhonda Evans
I've been to about a dozen concerts by different bands over the last 3 decades and Priest's music and energy stand out! They're (they REMAIN) the best!
And Action!
Just like Maiden’s synth era, Turbo is underrated purely for the use of synths. To me it adds an 80’s atmosphere that ages better than some of the other crap to come out of that decade.
Adam Fox
It's not the synths, the album is childish and corny.
Granted, there are 2 to 3 songs that are strong..
Wild Nights, Parental Guidance??
Rock You All Around The World
Give me break!