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)
Red White & Blue
Judas Priest Lyrics
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And I can't get through
Wherever I roam, this piece of home
Keeps bringing me back to you
Holding on to hope
There's no need to fear
Wherever I roam, this piece of home
So lift up your heart
'Cause the brave will always come through
While we're apart
We will raise the red, white and blue
When I stand alone
Without you by my side
I think of all that you stand for
It fills me up with pride
Reaching out to you
Across mountains, sea and sky
I think of all that you stand for
And hope will never die
So lift up your heart
'Cause the brave will always come through
While we're apart
We will raise the red, white and blue
The red, white and blue
Now I'm coming home again
I'm coming home to you
And as I roam, this piece of home
Has brought me back to you
So lift up your heart
'Cause the brave will always come through
While we're apart
We will raise the red, white and blue
So lift up your heart
'Cause the brave will always come through
And as I roam, this piece of home
Has brought me back to you
The lyrics of Judas Priest's song "Red White & Blue" appear to be a tribute to the writer's home country and the sense of patriotism and unity it evokes in them when they are far away from home. The first two verses speak of this "piece of home" that keeps bringing the writer back to their loved ones, even when they are separated by great distances. The chorus encourages the listener to lift up their heart and take pride in their country's bravery and unwavering spirit.
The third verse describes the writer standing alone without their loved ones by their side, but feeling a sense of pride when they think of what their country stands for. The final verse speaks of the writer coming back home, and how this "piece of home" has brought them back to their loved ones. The chorus is repeated one final time, emphasizing the message that even when separated, the bond between country and citizen is unbreakable.
Overall, the lyrics of "Red White & Blue" seem to be a tribute to the strength and tenacity of the American spirit, and the ability of this spirit to bring people together even when they are far apart.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm far away
When I am far away from home
And I can't get through
And I am unable to communicate with you
Wherever I roam, this piece of home
No matter where I go, a part of my home and my country goes with me
Keeps bringing me back to you
Reminds me of you and brings me back to you
Holding on to hope
Hoping for a positive outcome
There's no need to fear
There is no reason to be afraid
Keeps telling you that I'm near
Conveying the message that I am close to you
So lift up your heart
Be happy and optimistic
'Cause the brave will always come through
Because brave people always succeed
While we're apart
When we are not together
We will raise the red, white and blue
We will show our patriotism and loyalty to our country
When I stand alone
When I am alone and powerless
Without you by my side
Without your support
I think of all that you stand for
I reflect on the values and principles that you represent
It fills me up with pride
It makes me feel proud
Reaching out to you
Trying to connect with you
Across mountains, sea and sky
Overcoming all obstacles and reaching out to you
And hope will never die
I will always remain optimistic
Now I'm coming home again
Finally, I am coming back home
I'm coming home to you
I am returning to you, my loved one
And as I roam, this piece of home
And as I travel, a part of my home and my country goes with me
Has brought me back to you
Has reminded me of you and brought me back to you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kenneth Downing, Rob Halford, Glenn Raymond Tipton
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@CarlosSchmidt101
Songs left over from Twin Turbos
1. "All Fired Up"
2. "Red, White & Blue"
3. "Prisoner of Your Eyes"
4. "Turn on Your Light"
5. "Ram It Down"
6. "Hard as Iron"
7. "Love You to Death"
8. "Monsters of Rock"
9. "Heart of a Lion"
10. "Under the Gun" (unreleased)
11. "Fighting for Your Love" (unreleased)
@calebbunch3990
When I'm far away
And I can't get through
Wherever I roam
Keeps bringing me back to you
Holding on to hope
There's no need to fear
Wherever I roam
This piece of home
Keeps telling you that I'm near
So lift up your heart
Cause the brave will always come through
While we're apart
We will raise the red, white and blue
When I stand alone
Without you by my side
I think of all
That you stand for
It fills me up with pride
Reaching out to you
Across mountains, sea and sky
I think of all
That you stand for
And hope will never die
Now I'm coming home again
I'm coming home to you
And as I roam
This piece of home
Has brought me back to you
Songwriters: Kenneth Downing / Rob Halford / Glenn Raymond Tipton
Red, White & Blue lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
@bobivankenobi8451
That's what an anthem should be !!!
@stefangurovski725
the anthem of judas priest ❤❤❤
@kuuleilani8
Nice
@aSome1
Ladies and gentlemen, stand up for the national anthem of Judaspriestland...
@diegofuentes7920
This song is so beautiful. I'm not from the UK but i get really excited when i hear it. 🇬🇧
@cookiesontoast9981
I am from the UK but I'm not patriotic whatsoever..... but I agree! This song is beautiful. I think United is better though.
@brazillianmetalhead
@@cookiesontoast9981 hail to you, man
@judaslynott
Im Spanish but as I love my land my home its only one nation...the flippin Universe. United...take on the word. It s the moment what makes the tune the favorite 🙏🫂💝
@Butwhynot837
I always think of the United States
@mercadodaubeterre
WAAAAOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'M NOT BRITISH CITIZEN, BUT EVERY TIME I HEAR THIS SONG, I FEEL MY HEART FULL OF PRIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I HOPE, ONE DAY, HERE IN VENEZUELA, THE FREEDOM WILL BECOME FOR OUR GLORIOUS NATION !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOOD BLESS THE BRITISH PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!