1- Rage is a German heavy me… Read Full Bio ↴Rage is the name of several music acts:
1- Rage is a German heavy metal band, currently consisting of Peter "Peavy" Wagner (Bass, Vocals), Marcos Rodriguez (Guitar, Vocals) and Vassilios „Lucky“ Maniatopoulos (Drums).
The band started in 1984 under the name Avenger. After an album and EP, the band changed their name to Rage, releasing their debut album Reign of Fear.
The band have since released numerous albums and EPs, the most recent being the 2010 CD titled Strings To A Web. They also released the EP Gib Dich Nie Auf in 2009. The Song "Gib dich nie auf" is their first german song which they only recorded to attend at the german "Bundesvisionsongcontest" in February where one can only perform with a german song. They're the heaviest band performing there to date.
In late 2006, long-time drummer Mike Terrana left the band, citing "private and musical disagreement." Terrana was soon replaced by Silent Force drummer André Hilgers.
2. Rage is an East London grime MC, representing the Slew Dem Crew. He has appeared on mixtapes by Wiley, Top Dolla, and Slew Dem. In 2008, he released his debut mixtape Streets of Rage.
3- Rage was an English nwobhm band formed in 1980 in Liverpool. They released three full-length albums and several singles.
Last line-up:
David Lloyd - Vocals
Mick Devenport - Guitars
Terry Steers - Guitars
Keith Mulholland - Bass
John Mylett- Drums (R.I.P)
Discography:
* Out of Control (1981)
* Nice N' Dirty (1982)
* Run for the Night (1983)
Singles:
* Money (1980)
* Bootliggers (1981)
* Out of Control (1981)
* Woman (1982)
* Cry from a Hill (1983)
* Never Before (1983)
4- Rage was an early 1990's dance act known for their cover of "Run to You" by Bryan Adams.
It is also known as En-Rage.
5. RAGE is a relatively new rapper to hit the Richmond scene. At 17, Sam "Rage" took a fast interest in creating his own unique instrumentals, and his passion for lyricism soon followed. After producing his first mixtape "The Commonwealth" in the Fall of 2010, he has been writing and making new songs daily. At 19, "Rage" has 4 self produced mixtapes. His latest compilation, "The Documentary," will be released 12/13/11.
Death In the Afternoon
Rage Lyrics
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He drove a Mercerdes-Benz
He was a well respected, rich, young man
He'd got a house in the country
He was a member of the club and
His girlfriend Diana was so sweet
Larry Smith was Harry's schoolmate
Never he had money or a job
Wednesday afternoon, 5 p.m.
It happened on the new built highway
Harry was a bit diverted and
So he lost the control of his car
And crashed into a truck
And he hadn't a chance, he had never a chance
Death in the afternoon,
Larry was the first to come along
As he saw his old mate Harry
The cheque-cards covered with blood,
He knew, he was the richer one of both
Harry had a million dollars
But he'd lived too short
And he hadn't a chance, he had never a chance
Death in the afternoon
Death in the afternoon
It could come very soon
Death in the afternoon
Your coffin has no pockets...
The lyrics of Rage’s song “Death in the Afternoon” narrate the story of two friends, Harold Walker and Larry Smith, who are from different backgrounds. Harold is a wealthy banker who has everything he could have ever wanted, including a Mercedes, a house in the country, and a girlfriend named Diana. On the other hand, Larry has always been a warrior but has never had money or a job. The lyrics describe how one afternoon, Harold is driving distractedly on a newly-built highway, loses control of his car, and crashes into a truck, leaving him with no chance for survival. Larry is the first to come upon the accident, and he recognizes his friend’s facial expression, covered with blood, that Harry is no longer alive. The lyrics then express how Harry had lived life to the fullest with everything money could buy but unfortunately, he died young, and the saying “your coffin has no pockets” comes to mind.
The song explores themes of mortality, greed, and materialism. Harold had everything, but in the end, it did not matter since death took him away. The lyrics of the song also suggest that death can come at any moment, even in broad daylight, and we should focus on what is truly important in life rather than material possessions. The lyrics can be interpreted as a cautionary tale to those who value money and materialism over personal relationships, friends, and family.
Line by Line Meaning
Harold Walker was a banker
Harry was a banker named Harold Walker
He drove a Mercedes-Benz
Harry used to drive a Mercedes-Benz car
He was a well respected, rich, young man
Harry was a young man who was rich and well-respected
He'd got a house in the country
Harry owned a house in the country
He was a member of the club and
Harry was a member of a club
His girlfriend Diana was so sweet
Harry had a girlfriend named Diana who was very sweet
Larry Smith was Harry's schoolmate
Larry Smith and Harry were schoolmates
He has always been a warrior
Larry was a fighter
Never he had money or a job
Larry never had money or a job
Wednesday afternoon, 5 p.m.
The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon at 5 pm
It happened on the new built highway
The accident took place on a newly constructed highway
Harry was a bit diverted and
Harry got distracted while driving
So he lost the control of his car
As a result, he lost control of his car
And crashed into a truck
Harry's car collided with a truck
And he hadn't a chance, he had never a chance
Harry had no chance of survival
Death in the afternoon,
Harry died in the afternoon
Larry was the first to come along
Larry was the first person to arrive at the accident site
As he saw his old mate Harry
He saw his old friend, Harry
The cheque-cards covered with blood,
Harry's check cards were covered in blood
He knew, he was the richer one of both
Larry realized he was richer than Harry
Harry had a million dollars
Harry owned a million dollars
But he'd lived too short
Unfortunately, Harry didn't live long enough
And he hadn't a chance, he had never a chance
Even Larry knew Harry didn't have a chance of surviving
Death in the afternoon
Harry died in the afternoon
It could come very soon
Death could come suddenly to anyone at any time
Your coffin has no pockets...
No matter the money you have or the richness you've experienced, it doesn't matter once you're dead.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER PEAVY WAGNER
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