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)
Take on the World
Judas Priest Lyrics
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You're gonna move ya to the rhythm till you never can stop
We got the power we got the music and you bet that you can use it
We're gonna take rock-bottom we're gonna take it to the top
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
Move a little nearer you know you gotta follow your leaders
As we need you like you need us for sure
We're gonna drive you we're gonna ride you we're gonna get right inside you
And if you wanna keep going just shout out for more!
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Sing your song we'll listen to you
Sing your song the spotlights are you
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
And together we will take on all the world
"Take on the World" by Judas Priest is an empowering song that encourages the listener to get up, move to the rhythm of the music, and take on the world. The lyrics describe the power of music and a desire to use that power to take rock-bottom to the top. The song turns to the audience to put themselves in the hands of the musician and let their voices be heard, singing their songs.
The song is an anthem for rock and roll fans, encouraging them to unite and create a unifying voice that can take on anything that the world throws at them. The lyrics ask the audience to follow their leaders, let the music take over, and to keep going by shouting out for more. The song is particularly powerful when performed live, with the audience joining in and singing along, creating a sense of community and a shared bond.
Line by Line Meaning
You got to leave your seat you gotta get up upon your feet
You must stand up and move to the beat of our music.
You're gonna move ya to the rhythm till you never can stop
You'll dance until you're exhausted without ever stopping.
We got the power we got the music and you bet that you can use it
Our music is so powerful that you can use it to achieve anything.
We're gonna take rock-bottom we're gonna take it to the top
We will rise up from the bottom and reach the zenith of success through our music.
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
Trust us and let us lead you to make our voices heard to the world.
And together we will take on all the world
We will face and conquer all challenges in this world if we work together.
Move a little nearer you know you gotta follow your leaders
Come closer and follow our lead if you wish to achieve greatness.
As we need you like you need us for sure
Just as we need you to enjoy our music, you need us to find your place in this world.
We're gonna drive you we're gonna ride you we're gonna get right inside you
Our music will ignite a fire within you and move you to the core.
And if you wanna keep going just shout out for more!
If you want more of our music and energy, just ask and we'll keep it coming.
Sing your song we'll listen to you
We will lend our ears and listen to your voice.
Sing your song the spotlights are you
You are the center of attention, and we will shine the spotlight on you when you sing.
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
Trust us and let us lead you to make our voices heard to the world.
And together we will take on all the world
We will face and conquer all challenges in this world if we work together.
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
Trust us and let us lead you to make our voices heard to the world.
And together we will take on all the world
We will face and conquer all challenges in this world if we work together.
Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard
Trust us and let us lead you to make our voices heard to the world.
And together we will take on all the world
We will face and conquer all challenges in this world if we work together.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Soundreef Ltd.
Written by: ROBERT HALFORD, GLENN RAYMOND TIPTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Does it Matter
Got to leave your seat, gotta get up upon your feet,
Gonna move ya to the rhythm till you never can stop.
We got the power, we got the music, and you betcha that we can use it,
Gonna take it rock-bottom, gonna take it to the top.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Move a little nearer, you know you got to follow your leaders,
'Cause we need you, like you need us for sure.
We're gonna drive ya, we're gonna ride ya, we're gonna get right inside ya,
And if you wanna keep going, just shout out for more!
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Sing your song, we'll listen to you.
Sing your song, the spotlights on you.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Everton Silva
You got to leave your seat, you gotta get up upon your feet,
You're gonna move ya to the rhythm till you never can stop.
We got the power, we got the music, and you bet that you can use
it,
We're gonna take rock-bottom, we're gonna take it to the top.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Move a little nearer, you know you gotta follow your leaders,
As we need you, like you need us for sure.
We're gonna drive you, we're gonna ride you, we're gonna get
right inside you,
And if you wanna keep going, just shout out for more!
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Sing your song, we'll listen to you.
Sing your song, the spotlights are you.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Put yourself in our hands, so our voices can be heard,
And together we will take on all the world.
Edurardo D
Una de las bandas que siempre me han sorprendido desde 1980 cuando los conocí y ahora sigo disfrutando de se excelente música, gracias Judas Priest
Metallian Defender
We got the power
We got the music!
MrBatraaf
Judas Priest never fails to awake the beast inside. If a track sounds cool with just drums and vocals, then you know it's winner!
Florencia Gonzalez
Make me feel like I'm in the 70's. Good music ❤
The Black Striders official
Lead vocals were recorded live for this - in one take !! - quality
Metal Piano Music
In honor of Priest, I just composed a piano arrangement of Before the Dawn. Made me tear up a little bit when composing it. Let me know what you think 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Robert Davis
Woah man your piano arrangement sounds awesome! Very emotional
Black Diamond
Nicely done! Probably the best arrangement of the song I’ve ever heard
Stephanie Williams
I loved it!!!!! 😍 That was such an amazing cover! Why aren’t you more popular?!?!?!?!?!
Steven Harrison
Your version is kickass man!! Judas Priest all the way