Metal Church has had a revolving door of vocalists, guitarists, bassists and drummers throughout its 42-year career, and Vanderhoof remains the group's sole consistent creative, despite reducing his role strictly to composition in 1986 after tiring of performing. The "classic" lineup of Vanderhoof, vocalist David Wayne, guitarist Craig Wells, bassist Duke Erickson, and drummer Kirk Arrington recorded the band's first two studio albums, Metal Church (1984) and their major breakthrough The Dark (1986). By the end of the 1980s, Vandehoof and Wayne had parted ways with the band and were replaced by vocalist Mike Howe and guitarist John Marshall respectively. Metal Church's popularity continued with their third album Blessing in Disguise (1989), which spawned one of their best-known songs "Badlands". After releasing two more studio albums with Howe, the band called it quits in 1996.
Metal Church reformed in 1998 with most of their "classic" lineup, including Vanderhoof's return to performance, resulting in the Masterpeace album. They endured numerous lineup changes thereafter, releasing three further studio albums while fronted by Ronny Munroe before disbanding once again in July 2009. The group reunited for the second time in October 2012, and released their tenth studio album Generation Nothing a year later. Following Munroe's departure in the fall of 2014, Metal Church considered disbanding for the third time before Howe was rehired in April 2015 as the band's lead singer. He recorded two more albums with the group, which enjoyed a renewed popularity in the mid-to-late 2010s, before his death.
On July 26, 2021, Metal Church announced that Howe had died that morning at his home in Eureka, California, at the age of 55. In October 2021, after announcing the return of his short-lived early 1990s band Hall Aflame, Vanderhoof hinted that Metal Church would continue on with a replacement for Howe. By mid-2022, rumors suggested that Ronny Munroe would rejoin the band, but resulted in him joining Vicious Rumors.
On February 2, 2023, Metal Church announced Marc Lopes as their new lead vocalist. A month later, the band announced their upcoming album, Congregation of Annihilation, would be released on May 26.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_Church
Discography
Metal Church (1984)
The Dark (1986)
Blessing in Disguise (1989)
The Human Factor (1991)
Hanging in the Balance (1993)
Masterpeace (1999)
The Weight of the World (2004)
A Light in the Dark (2006)
This Present Wasteland (2008)
Generation Nothing (2013)
XI (2016)
Damned If You Do (2018)
Congregation of Annihilation (2023)
Hypnotized
Metal Church Lyrics
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'Cause I've been working, all night long for centuries
Bloody Mary, the drink of choice for those who dabble
In the nightlife, a well dressed beast with savoir-faire
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
I'm in the shadows, don't cross my path or stake my claim,
'Cause you'll fall victim, and you will not be seen again
Holy water, no thirst can make me drink it
My cup runs over, the crimson liquid that I need
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
Prince of Darkness, just the thought of daylight sends me
Into hiding, waiting for the night to come
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
You're hypnotized
The lyrics of Metal Church's song "Hypnotized" paint a picture of a nocturnal creature, one who has been working for centuries and thrives in the nightlife. The singer describes themselves as a well-dressed beast, almost like a vampire, who craves a certain type of person. They warn not to cross their path or stake their claim, for those who fall victim to them are never seen again. The singer is not interested in holy water, for their thirst is quenched only by the crimson liquid they need.
The chorus of the song repeats the words "Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near, you are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear" with a sense of urgency, almost as if the singer cannot control their instincts. They warn that once you begin to realize you are in their presence, it is too late, for they have already hypnotized you.
The song's bridge mentions the "Prince of Darkness" and how the thought of daylight sends them into hiding, waiting for the night to come. It adds to the eerie and mysterious tone of the song, creating a sense of danger and unease.
Overall, "Hypnotized" depicts a creature of the night who preys on a certain type of person and possesses a hypnotizing power over them.
Line by Line Meaning
You won't find me, in my bed right off the bat
I'm not one to sleep early, as I have been working for centuries.
'Cause I've been working, all night long for centuries
I have been working tirelessly, focused on my goals for many years.
Bloody Mary, the drink of choice for those who dabble
People who experiment with the dark side often prefer to drink Bloody Marys.
In the nightlife, a well dressed beast with savoir-faire
I am like a well-dressed beast, with suave manners in the night.
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
I have an insatiable hunger that only comes when you're around.
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
I am attracted to you and want you to come closer.
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
Once you figure out what's happening, it will be too late for you because you'll already be under my spell.
I'm in the shadows, don't cross my path or stake my claim
I prefer to stay hidden and don't welcome any sort of competition or challenges to my power.
'Cause you'll fall victim, and you will not be seen again
If you cross me and become a target, you will disappear without a trace.
Holy water, no thirst can make me drink it
I will not partake in anything that is considered pure or holy.
My cup runs over, the crimson liquid that I need
I require the crimson liquid (blood) for nourishment and sustenance.
Prince of Darkness, just the thought of daylight sends me into hiding
I am associated with darkness, and the thought of daylight scares me.
Waiting for the night to come
I am in waiting for the night to come so I can continue my work.
You're hypnotized
You are now under my control, having been charmed or put under my spell.
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M. Z.
You won't find me, in my bed right off the bat
'Cause I've been working, all night long for centuries
Bloody Mary, the drink of choice for those who dabble
In the nightlife, a well dressed beast with savoir-faire
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
I'm in the shadows, don't cross my path or stake my claim,
'Cause you'll fall victim, and you will not be seen again
Holy water, no thirst can make me drink it
My cup runs over, the crimson liquid that I need
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
Prince of Darkness, just the thought of daylight sends me
Into hiding, waiting for the night to come
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
You're hypnotized
Rock And Roll & Heavy Metal
Una de las mejores bandas que el metal pudo tener sin dudarlo!!
Mike Howe Canta en los cielos grande!!!
Nick
This song is so freaking cool!!! Can't believe I missed this album in 1993!
Sam King
Im Hypnotized by this song just Awesome probably one of the best albums of MC
Adriana De La Cruz Dominguez
Que tragedia, hoy a dejado este mundo el insigne Mike Howe, uno de los mejores de todos los tiempos, el y David Wayne. Siempre los recordaremos...
Mario rafael Monterroza
Severo Album en mi opinion personal, Que bueno que el Maestro Mike haya regresado con Metal Church
raveno79
I used to love this song, but couldn't find the cd. Thanks for putting this up!
Romulo Damasceno
Nossa. Grande mรบsica ๐
Hosorrow
This song kicks ass. Definitely a little bit of Dave Mustaine influence going on in this too :) Metal Church is the single most underrated band in history.... they were just too ahead of their time.
Duggs Metal Movie Jukebox
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M. Z.
You won't find me, in my bed right off the bat
'Cause I've been working, all night long for centuries
Bloody Mary, the drink of choice for those who dabble
In the nightlife, a well dressed beast with savoir-faire
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
I'm in the shadows, don't cross my path or stake my claim,
'Cause you'll fall victim, and you will not be seen again
Holy water, no thirst can make me drink it
My cup runs over, the crimson liquid that I need
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
Prince of Darkness, just the thought of daylight sends me
Into hiding, waiting for the night to come
Great God Almighty, I get the craving whenever you're near
You are just the right type, a little bit closer my dear
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
When you start to realize, it's too late, you're hypnotized
You're hypnotized