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Studio albums
Battle Hymns (1982)
Into Glory Ride (1983)
Hail to England (1984)
Sign of the Hammer (1984)
Fighting the World (1987)
Kings of Metal (1988)
The Triumph of Steel (1992)
Louder Than Hell (1996)
Warriors of the World (2002)
Gods of War (2007)
Battle Hymns MMXI (2010)
The Lord of Steel (2012)
Kings of Metal MMXIV (2014)
Animals
Manowar Lyrics
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It waits for the night to fall
I'm getting hot, I'm ready for the night
No holding back, let's
I'm gonna give all you can take all night
And leave you in the morning feeling right
I'm an animal, there's an animal in me
I'm an animal, there's an animal in me
Gonna set it free
I've been looking, you've been watching from the side
There's somethings you just can't hide
Oh, you're getting wet, you're working up a sweat
Your hair's standing up on end
Your skin is screaming, glad we met?
Tonight's one night you won't forget
“Animals” is a song by American heavy metal band Manowar, released in 1987 on their album “Fighting the World”. The song portrays a primal urge to give in to one's animal instincts and desires, be wild and free, and explore pleasure without any limitations. The opening lines “Hear the call of the wild in us all, it waits for the night to fall”, sets the mood for the song. The song talks about giving oneself the freedom to let go of societal norms and restrictions and follow the basic instincts that are wired into the human psyche.
The chorus “I'm an animal, there's an animal in me, gonna set it free” talks about the primal instinct that every person has, the instinct to be free and be their own self. The song can also be interpreted as a metaphor for sexual liberation and exploring one's sexuality without any reservations. The lines “I'm gonna give all you can take all night, And leave you in the morning feeling right” explicitly indicate the context of the song.
The song is a perfect manifestation of Manowar’s signature style of heavy metal with the power-packed vocals and guitar riffs driving the listener into the realm of the wild. The song, with its aggressive overtones and bold lyrics, is a true representation of the band’s unapologetic and unapologetically aggressive style.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear the call of the wild in us all
We all have an innate desire to be free, wild and uninhibited.
It waits for the night to fall
This desire often emerges after dark when we feel more free and unrestricted.
I'm getting hot, I'm ready for the night
I'm starting to feel the excitement and anticipation of the night ahead.
No holding back, let's
I'm not going to restrain myself in any way.
I'm gonna give all you can take all night
I'm going to give everything I have and you can take as much as you want, all night long.
And leave you in the morning feeling right
I want you to feel satisfied and content in the morning after our experience together.
I'm an animal, there's an animal in me
I have a primal, instinctual side to me that is raw and unrestrained.
Gonna set it free
I'm going to allow myself to embrace and unleash that side of me.
I've been looking, you've been watching from the side
I have been noticing you observing me, intrigued by my wild nature.
There's somethings you just can't hide
There are urges and desires that are impossible to conceal, no matter how hard you try.
Oh, you're getting wet, you're working up a sweat
I can see that you are physically and emotionally aroused, and it's turning me on even more.
Your hair's standing up on end
You're experiencing intense physical sensations that are making your hair stand on end.
Your skin is screaming, glad we met?
Your body is responsive and eager, and I'm asking if you're glad we crossed paths.
Tonight's one night you won't forget
This evening is going to be unforgettable and full of wild pleasure.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOEY DEMAIO, JOSEPH DE MAIO
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