1. A German metal band that was a… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands named Steeler.
1. A German metal band that was active from 1981-1988 and released four albums in that time. This was the band that the German guitarist, Axel Rudi Pell made his debut in.*
2. An American metal band that was active from 1981-1984 and released one self titled album. Compilations of rare, unreleased material from the band would later be released officially to celebrate their legacy.**
*1. German: Steeler was founded in 1981 in Bochum. The band was originally formed with members Peter Burtz on vocals, Axel Rudi Pell on guitar, Tom Eder also on guitar, Volker Krawczak on bass and Jan Yildiral on drums. The band released two albums with this lineup, one a self titled album (Steeler) and the other titled 'Rulin' the Earth'. After the first two albums Krawczak was replaced by Roland Hag, this new lineup released two more albums. The first was named 'Strike Back' and the other 'Undercover Animal'. After this the band split up.
Discography:
Steeler (1984)
Rulin' the earth (1985)
Strike Back (1986)
Undecover Animal (1988)
**2. American: Steeler was an early 1980 heavy metal band. They started with members Ron Keel on vocals and guitar, Michael Dunigan on lead guitar, Tim Morrison on bass and Bobby Eva on drums. They released a 45rpm vinyl single (Cold Day in Hell)
After a while Bobby Eva left the band and was replaced by Mark Edwards.
After that Michael Dunigan and Tim Morrison left the band and were replaced by Rik Fox (bass) and an 18 year old guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen. This line-up released the Steeler's first album (Steeler).
The final line-up:
Ron Keel - vocals and guitar
Kurt Jaymes - lead guitar
Greg Chaisson - bass
Bobby Marks - drums
This line-up didn't release albums or singles.
After a long time Keel produced a compilation album with songs from the single, live show bootlegs, album and unreleased tracks. This album was released in 2005 (Metal Generation: The Steeler Anthology)
Serenade
Steeler Lyrics
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A lonely smile across the miles is what I'm living for
Swiftly through our finger, the sands of time will flow
And much too soon I'll have to go
But I'll sing to you again
Across the midnight wind
Forever I will sing this serenade
I'll sing to you again
Across the midnight wind
Forever I will sing this serenade
Together Forever - the shadow & the flame
Turn my head towards the sky and call your name
Someday say you'll stay - my love is yours to hold
Destiny will let our dreams unfold
But I'll sing to you again
Across the midnight wind
Forever I will sing this serenade
I'll sing to you again
Across the midnight wind
Forever I will sing this serenade
Forever forever forever
Forever I will sing this serenade
Forever forever forever
The song "Serenade" by Steeler speaks about a man who is leaving his loved one once again and their relationship is marked by heartache and longing. He wants to sing a serenade to her across the midnight wind as a testimony of his love for her. He acknowledges that time is running out, and he will have to go again, but he will keep singing this serenade forever. The song presents a sentiment of romanticism, almost cinematic, as if it were the soundtrack of a love story.
The first verse of the song establishes that the couple is going through a difficult period. They are separated by distance, and the singer is leaving once again. However, he keeps a lonely smile because he knows that he will keep singing his serenade to her. The second verse suggests that the couple has a history together: their love is like a shadow and a flame, and he is always calling her name. He hopes that someday she will stay, and they will be together forever. He believes that destiny will make their dreams come true.
The chorus of the song is simple yet powerful. The singer declares that he will sing to her again across the midnight wind. He repeats the phrase "Forever I will sing this serenade," emphasizing his unending love for her. The word "serenade" itself suggests a romantic, musical gesture, and the repetition of the phrase reinforces the singer's emotional intensity.
Overall, "Serenade" is a classic rock power ballad that captures the essence of love in all its intensity, longing, and romanticism.
Line by Line Meaning
Daybreak, Heartache - I'm leaving you once more
As the sun rises, my heart is filled with sadness because I must say goodbye yet again.
A lonely smile across the miles is what I'm living for
Despite the distance that separates us, I find comfort in the thought of your smile and it keeps me going.
Swiftly through our finger, the sands of time will flow
Time passes quickly and we must make the most of the moments we have together.
And much too soon I'll have to go
Even though I wish I could stay longer, my time with you is limited and I must leave soon.
But I'll sing to you again
I will express my love and feelings to you again.
Across the midnight wind
Through the darkness of the night, the sound of my voice will reach you.
Forever I will sing this serenade
As long as I live, I will continue to express my love to you through this song.
Together Forever - the shadow & the flame
We are inseparable and complement each other, like a shadow and a flame.
Turn my head towards the sky and call your name
I look to the heavens and call out to you, hoping you will hear my voice and feel my love.
Someday say you'll stay - my love is yours to hold
One day, I hope you will choose to stay with me and I will give you all the love and affection you deserve.
Destiny will let our dreams unfold
Fate will guide us as we pursue our dreams and build a future together.
Forever forever forever
Our love is eternal and will never fade away.
Forever I will sing this serenade
I will always express my love to you through this song.
Contributed by Charlie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.