Queensrÿche has sold over 20 million albums worldwide, including over 6 million albums in the United States. They are considered one of the leaders of the progressive metal scene of the mid-to-late 1980s, and often referred to as one of the "Big Three" of the genre, along with Dream Theater and Fates Warning. The band received worldwide acclaim after the release of their 1988 album Operation: Mindcrime, which is often considered one of the greatest heavy metal concept albums of all time. Their follow-up release, Empire, released in 1990, was also very successful and included the hit single "Silent Lucidity". The band has received three Grammy Award nominations for songs from both albums. In 1998, drummer Rockenfield received an individual Grammy nomination.
Also in 1998, guitarist and primary songwriter Chris DeGarmo left the band for personal reasons, returning briefly in 2003 to write and record the Tribe album. Over the years, his replacements have been Kelly Gray, Mike Stone, and Parker Lundgren. Following a highly publicized backstage altercation before a show in São Paulo, Brazil, in April 2012, Tate was fired from the band and replaced with then-Crimson Glory singer Todd La Torre. In response to his dismissal, Tate and his wife Susan (who served as the band's manager from 2005 to 2012) filed a lawsuit in a Washington court, claiming that he was wrongfully terminated. The ruling in the preliminary injunction was that both parties were allowed to use the name Queensrÿche until a court ruling or a settlement decided who would get to use the name. A settlement was reached on April 17, 2014, in which founding members Wilton, Rockenfield and Jackson were awarded the rights to the band trademark, continuing to play with the lineup that additionally includes singer La Torre and guitarist Lundgren.
During the time, both parties could use the name Queensrÿche, Tate created his own lineup featuring former guitarist Gray and musicians from bands including Blue Öyster Cult, Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Dio, AC/DC and Quiet Riot. This version of Queensrÿche with Geoff Tate released the album Frequency Unknown on April 23, 2013, while Queensrÿche (with La Torre replacing Tate) released their eponymous album on June 24 and 25, 2013 (European and American release date, respectively). Both bands toured in 2013 and 2014.
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Studio albums
The Warning (1984)
Rage for Order (1986)
Operation: Mindcrime (1988)
Empire (1990)
Promised Land (1994)
Hear in the Now Frontier (1997)
Q2K (1999)
Tribe (2003)
Operation: Mindcrime II (2006)
Take Cover (2007)
American Soldier (2009)
Dedicated to Chaos (2011)
Queensrÿche (2013)
Condition Hüman (2015)
The Verdict (2019)
Digital Noise Alliance (2022)
Geoff Tate's Queensrÿche
Frequency Unknown (2013)
Reach
Queensrÿche Lyrics
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And I've got all my cards showing.
I'm like the crow flies, a straight line
Reaching for the other side
I dig the sand they kick at me with a calm that stuns.
Tracing time with no alibis makes me, makes me realize.
That there's something out there,
Something, just out of reach
Armed with time on my side
And a field of vision miles wide.
I'll keep searching for some meaning
Whatever makes me feel alive.
It's okay it's just a dream I had.
That there's something out there,
Something, just out of reach
Today I felt something so strong it took my breath away.
Now I long
To live like this everyday.
I'll find it some way.
I'm alive with so much of life to try.
I've got no memories of what used to worry me.
It's okay it's just a dream I had.
That there's something out there,
Something, just out of reach
Someday I'll reach.
It's okay it's just a dream I had.
That there's something out there,
Something just out of reach
Just out of reach, just out of reach
The song "Reach" by Queensryche speaks of the desire to achieve something that seems just out of reach, but still pushing forward towards it. The opening lines suggest that the singer knows where they are going and have everything planned out. Using the metaphor of a crow, he compares his path to a straight line that will take him to the other side. The following lines talk about how he handles the struggles and obstacles that come his way with calmness and that he is aware of time ticking by without any excuses or distractions.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the fact that the singer knows he is chasing something that may be out of reach, but he is not deterred. He refers to the goal as "just a dream" he had and that he believes that something exists out there that is worth striving for. The following verse speaks of the singer's confidence, stating that he has time on his side and a clear view of his path. He expresses his determination to keep searching for meaning and what makes him feel alive.
The bridge of the song talks about a moment of realization, where the singer felt something so profound it "took his breath away," and now he yearns to feel like that every day. He believes that there is still so much in his life to try and that he has moved past his old worries, unfettered by them. The song concludes with the chorus, emphasizing that the dream of reaching is still alive and that he will reach it someday.
Line by Line Meaning
I know where I'm going,
I have a clear direction and purpose in life.
And I've got all my cards showing.
I am confident and prepared for any challenges that come my way.
I'm like the crow flies, a straight line
I am focused and determined, moving in a straight line towards my goals, like the crow - unwavering.
Reaching for the other side
I am striving to get to the other side, to where my highest goals and aspirations lie.
I dig the sand they kick at me with a calm that stuns.
I am able to handle criticism or negative actions towards me, remaining unruffled and with a steady resolve.
Tracing time with no alibis makes me, makes me realize.
I am aware that time is of the essence and I must be accountable for my goals, using every moment to achieve what I set out to do.
It's okay it's just a dream I had.
I acknowledge that sometimes my goals or aspirations may seem out of reach or surreal, but that doesn't mean I should give up on them.
That there's something out there,
I am aware that there are opportunities and possibilities out there that are yet to be discovered or achieved.
Something, just out of reach
There are things that I may not have reached yet, but I believe with hard work and persistence I can attain them.
Armed with time on my side
I understand that time is a valuable resource and intend to make the most of it while pursuing my goals.
And a field of vision miles wide.
My vision is broad, encompassing a wide range of possibilities and goals as I work towards my ultimate aspirations.
I'll keep searching for some meaning
I am determined to seek out avenues that help me find purpose, meaning, and fulfillment in my life.
Whatever makes me feel alive.
I am motivated to pursue things that invigorate me and help me grow as an individual.
Today I felt something so strong it took my breath away.
I have experienced something that has deeply impacted me, giving me a sudden rush of inspiration and motivation.
Now I long
I have found something that truly resonates with me, and now I desire to work towards that goal with passion and drive.
To live like this everyday.
I want to be able to maintain that heightened sense of purpose and motivation every single day of my life.
I'll find it some way.
I am confident in my abilities and will find a way to pursue my goals and aspirations, making them a reality.
I'm alive with so much of life to try.
I am eager to experience everything that life has to offer and maximize my potential.
I've got no memories of what used to worry me.
I have moved beyond my previous worries and concerns, and now focus on the present moment and the opportunities that await me.
Someday I'll reach.
I know that reaching my goals may take time, but I am willing to work hard and make progress towards achieving them.
Just out of reach, just out of reach
Although my goals and aspirations may seem out of reach, I am not deterred from making an effort towards them using my full potential.
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