Guitar work for the band was done by Zakk Wylde (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society), drums by Jason Bonham (Bonham, UFO, Foreigner, Led Zeppelin, Black Country Communion), and bass guitar by Jeff Pilson (Dokken, Dio, Foreigner). The lead singers were Jeff Scott Soto (voicing Bobby Beers) and high pitched Miljenko Matijevic from hair / metal band Steelheart (voicing protagonist Chris "Izzy" Cole).
The story behind the band in the movie was freely based on a curious incident that happened to Judas Priest; their original vocalist Rob Halford was replaced by a fan, Tim 'Ripper' Owens, who was previously the lead singer of a Judas Priest tribute band called British Steel, which may have influenced the name Steel Dragon.
Stand Up
Steel Dragon Lyrics
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Stand up stand up stand up and let it out
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up
I know what you want and what your thinking
I can free your sexuality.
No ones ever tortured you with pleasure
Stand up stand up stand up and let it out
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up
I just want to see you in the garden
Dressed up as you came into this world
Shining through the candle of deception
Lighting up the underlying
world.
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up and let it out
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up (slur)
(Musical Break)
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up and let it out
Stand up and shout
Stand up stand up stand up
The lyrics to Steel Dragon's song "Stand Up" are about empowering and freeing oneself from societal constraints and restrictions that suppress one's sexual and sensual energy. The lyrics suggest that the singer can see through the listener's veil of deception and can help them tap into their deeper desires and pleasures. The repetition of "stand up" and "let it out" urge the listener to take action and not be afraid to express themselves.
The mention of "the candle of deception" and "underlying world" hint at a world where people hide their true selves in order to fit in with society's expectations. The singer wants the listener to break free from this deception and embrace their own individuality. The line, "I just want to see you in the garden/Dressed up as you came into this world" represents a return to a state of innocence and rawness, where one can freely explore their desires without judgment.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand up and shout
Be courageous and expressive in your actions and voice.
Stand up stand up stand up and let it out
Don't hold back and be confident to express yourself and your desires.
I know what you want and what your thinking
I understand your desires and thoughts.
I can free your sexuality.
I can help you liberate your sexuality, allowing you to explore and enjoy it more freely.
No ones ever tortured you with pleasure
You have never experienced pleasure in a way that is both satisfying and fulfilling.
Pleasures all you'll ever feel from me
All the pleasure you'll ever feel will come from being with me.
I just want to see you in the garden
I want to see you in your natural state, free from societal constraints and expectations.
Dressed up as you came into this world
With no clothes on, as you were born, vulnerable and natural.
Shining through the candle of deception
Your true self is illuminated despite the lies and falsehoods that surround you.
Lighting up the underlying world.
You illuminate the unseen, hidden aspects of reality.
Stand up stand up stand up
Be courageous and expressive in your actions and voice.
Contributed by Alyssa J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mrbobsshow
You know I was just a regular guy with a poster of these guys on my wall
NOW IM LISTENING TO THEM ON YOUTUBE
@tadahead7174
thumbs up
@mrbobsshow
Thanks tadahead lmao
@MrPantsfullofshit
lmfaooooo dreams come true!
@metalbornmetalbred
+mrbobsshow Best! Comment! Ever!
@mrbobsshow
+metalbornmetalbred thanks LOVE THIS MOVIE
@DetVen
The world needs a Steel Dragon more than ever!
@MoistGuitarist
Geo B I'm working on it lol
@Joshua-gu5nj
Let's bring this stuff back! I'm ready to scream, just need to find some dudes down here south of Houston who can jam!
@anthonybelladonna5675
2021 here. We still need Steel Dragon