The Hunter
Riot City Lyrics


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The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You say I'm in the wrong
But I know you're the one
You will be alone
In a world unknown
I gaze across the stars
I hide amongst the clouds
I've come to tear you apart
And disappear again

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending
I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel

The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending




I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Riot City's "The Hunter" depict a male-dominated power struggle between two individuals. The hunter, who is the dominant figure in this battle, has locked their crosshairs on the heart of their prey. It is evident that the hunter seeks to eliminate their opposition, as demonstrated in the line "I've come to tear you apart and disappear again." The prey, on the other hand, argues that the hunter is in the wrong, but the hunter believes the prey to be the source of the problem.


It is essential to note the powerful language choices used throughout the song. The line, "Feel my steel," can be interpreted as a metaphor for the intensity with which the hunter pursues their target. As the hunter goes on to say, "You know my force is calling, realize your fate is ending," it becomes clear that the prey is fully aware of their impending death. Additionally, the chorus contains a sense of finality in the repetition of the line, "I am the hunter," as if the hunter is asserting their dominance over the prey, while at the same time revealing their true identity.


Overall, "The Hunter" is a song about a struggle for domination, where one individual proves to be the victor through their determination and force. The song's evocative lyrics combined with its hard-hitting melody are sure to leave a lasting impact on listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

The target is acquired
I have chosen a target for destruction


Locked on ready to fire
I am focused and prepared to strike


Crosshairs on the heart
I aim to strike the most vital spot


Fatal wound depart
Your death is inevitable


Feel your fire start
Your fear and panic is evident


I've come to cost with loss
I am willing to risk everything for this kill


Watching as you die
I take satisfaction in witnessing your demise


I am the hunter
I am the predator, you are the prey


You say I'm in the wrong
You believe I am unjustified in my actions


But I know you're the one
You are the true perpetrator of wrongs


You will be alone
You will suffer the consequences of your actions


In a world unknown
Your fate will be uncertain


I gaze across the stars
I am determined and relentless in my pursuit


I hide amongst the clouds
I am cunning and adept at avoiding detection


I've come to tear you apart
I will dismantle and destroy you


And disappear again
I will slip away unnoticed


You know my force is calling
You are aware of the power I possess


Realize your fate is ending
You understand that your situation is dire


I am the iron hunter
I am a relentless and unstoppable force


Feel my steel
Experience the full force of my attack




Writer(s): Cale Savy

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Markosinvictus

Lyrics: \m/
The Hunter

The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You say I'm in the wrong
But I know you're the one
You will be alone
In a world unknown
I gaze across the stars
I hide amongst the clouds
I've come to tear you apart
And disappear again

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending
I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel

The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending
I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel



All comments from YouTube:

@crionics2369

"The Hunter" is probably one of the best heavy metal songs of the decade. See you in March here in Athens 🤘 🇬🇷

@TrapDaily

Wow I love this. Has that amazing 80s sound

@atomiceye44

Damn, I love being blown away by bands I’ve just discovered.

@Markosinvictus

Lyrics: \m/
The Hunter

The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You say I'm in the wrong
But I know you're the one
You will be alone
In a world unknown
I gaze across the stars
I hide amongst the clouds
I've come to tear you apart
And disappear again

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending
I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel

The target is acquired
Locked on ready to fire
Crosshairs on the heart
Fatal wound depart
Feel your fire start
I've come to cost with loss
Watching as you die
I am the hunter

You know my force is calling
Realize your fate is ending
I am the iron hunter
Feel my steel

@alex9euge

Great song and i can see the bird in the cover looks like the one in Screaming for Vengeance and that has to be a good thing.

@maruogo626

I really like this band. Can’t wait to get their album.

@aeroluster2689

This intro is so amazing, and the main riff is perfect. A modern twist (perhaps production helps) on heavy metal.

@TheFishE77Official

This has got to be my most anticipated album of the year so far, can't wait to get my copy of it.

@alflanelldocdoom8556

Hell Yeah! What a damn great piece of Heavy Metal!

@Sinvist

I need a version with the refrain sung more often!

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