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Saxon (1979)
Wheels of Steel (1980)
Strong Arm of the Law (1980)
Denim and Leather (1981)
Power & the Glory (1983)
Crusader (1984)
Innocence Is No Excuse (1985)
Rock the Nations (1986)
Destiny (1988)
Solid Ball of Rock (1991)
Forever Free (1992)
Dogs of War (1995)
Unleash the Beast (1997)
Metalhead (1999)
Killing Ground (2001)
Lionheart (2004)
The Inner Sanctum (2007)
Into the Labyrinth (2009)
Call to Arms (2011)
Sacrifice (2013)
Battering Ram (2015)
Thunderbolt (2018)
Inspirations (2021)
Carpe Diem (2022)
Hole In The Sky
Saxon Lyrics
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Can't you hear the planet's cries
With the storm comes the fury
Mankind looks towards the sky
Burn the wheat (*)
Feed the fire
On the wind
There's a hole in the sky
Are we blind
Hole in the sky
Can't you see
Come the sun, come the wind
Ultraviolet radiation
Bring the flood from the sea
Breaking down communication
(Repeat *)
Listen now, heed the warning
Bring the land to devastation
Come the thunder, come the rain
See the end of all creation
(Repeat *)
Saxon's song "Hole in the Sky" is an apocalyptic warning about the devastating effects of climate change. The opening lines of the song implore the listener to listen and heed the warning, as the planet is crying out in distress. The storm and fury that come with climate change are evident, and mankind is gazing towards the sky in search of answers. The line "burn the wheat, feed the fire" suggests that we are destroying the planet through our own actions, both intentional and unintentional. The wind is rising higher, indicating that things are getting worse, and there is a hole in the sky: a literal and metaphorical symbol of the damage we are causing to the atmosphere.
The second verse of the song talks about the sun and wind, and how they contribute to climate change. Ultraviolet radiation, which is harmful to both humans and the environment, is mentioned. The flood from the sea is brought on by rising sea levels, which are a direct result of climate change. This flood is breaking down communication, both physical communication through destroyed infrastructure, and interpersonal communication as we struggle to come to terms with the scale of the problem.
The final verse of the song repeats the warning, stating that if we do not listen and take action, we will be responsible for the devastation of the earth. The thunder, the rain, and the end of all creation are all consequences of our inaction. The song is a potent reminder that we need to take climate change seriously and take immediate steps to mitigate its effects.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen now, heed the warning
Listen carefully and pay attention to a warning that needs your immediate action
Can't you hear the planet's cries
The planet is in distress and its cries can be heard if one is willing to listen
With the storm comes the fury
Fury follows the storm, symbolizing the destructive power of nature
Mankind looks towards the sky
Humanity seeks answers from the heavens in times of crisis and uncertainty
Burn the wheat (*)
The destruction of crops and food sources
Feed the fire
Adding fuel to the flames of destruction
On the wind
Spread by the wind, indicating widespread devastation
Rising higher
The situation gets worse and more out of control
There's a hole in the sky
The destruction of the environment and the depletion of the ozone layer
Are we blind
Do we refuse to see the warning signs and take action?
Hole in the sky
Repeated to emphasize the damage being done to the planet
Can't you see
The situation is dire and requires immediate attention
Come the sun, come the wind
Natural phenomena that can have both positive and negative effects on the environment
Ultraviolet radiation
The dangers of exposure to harmful levels of UV radiation due to the depletion of the ozone layer
Bring the flood from the sea
The potential for rising sea levels due to global warming and the melting of ice caps, leading to flooding
Breaking down communication
The effects of natural disasters and environmental destruction on human communication and connectivity
Listen now, heed the warning
Repeated to emphasize the urgency of the situation
Bring the land to devastation
The widespread destruction of natural habitats and the disruption of ecosystems
Come the thunder, come the rain
Natural phenomena that can be dangerous and destructive
See the end of all creation
The potential for the destruction of all life on earth due to environmental damage and neglect
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