Prior to joining Judas Priest in 1996, Owens was frontman of a heavy metal band called Winter's Bane, with who he recorded an album called Heart Of A Killer in 1993. He also was the frontman of Judas Priest tribute band British Steel.
Judas Priest reunited with Rob Halford in 2003. That same year the frontman for Iced Earth quit the band and Owens became the new lead singer for them after leaving Judas Priest. Iced Earth's first album with Owens, The Glorious Burden, came out in early 2004.
Recently, Tim reunited with his former Winter's Bane colleague Dennis Hayes in a band called Beyond Fear. The self-titled debut album from this new band is scheduled to be released in early May 2006.
In December 2007, Owens was fired from Iced Earth to be replaced with former singer Matt Barlow.
The Light
Tim "Ripper" Owens Lyrics
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Ya gotta feel it it must be heaven
I see the light it's right there in front of me
They say everything will be ok
If you believe it then you will see it
No asking questions it is forever
It's gettin' so warm it's gettin' so bright
I'll leave this world I love to take my final flight
They say there is no need to pray
It is time please don't be afraid
Don't be left behind you can't be saved
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin'
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin' into the after life
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin'
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin' into the after life
I see the light it's right there in front of me
They say don't walk away from the light there is no need to fight
I see the light it's right there in front of me
They say don't be afraid of the light
Walk towards the light you got to walk towards the light hmm
Walk towards the light you got to walk towards the light
Yeah mm oh the light the light the light
In the lyrics of Tim "Ripper" Owens's song "The Light," the singer is expressing their belief in the afterlife and the existence of a divine light that leads them towards heaven. They encourage others to see and feel this light, and to not fear walking towards it. The singer asserts that believing in this light is enough to bring a sense of peace and that there is no need to question its existence or purpose.
The repetition of the phrase "I see the light it's right there in front of me" highlights the singer's conviction that this light is real and tangible. The lyrics also emphasize the idea of walking towards the light, suggesting that it is a journey that one must take alone. The final lines of the song reinforce this idea with the repetition of "walk towards the light," reminding the listener of the ultimate destination that awaits them.
Overall, "The Light" is a song that explores themes of faith and spirituality, urging its listeners to believe in the existence of a higher power and to trust in its guidance towards the afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
Ya gotta see it I know it's out there
It's out there and you'll find it only when you set your sights on it.
Ya gotta feel it it must be heaven
Believe that it's heaven and feel it in your bones.
I see the light it's right there in front of me
The light's right in front of me, it’s at the end of the tunnel.
They say everything will be ok
Assurance that things will be fine if you're willing to go.
If you believe it then you will see it
To make it visible, believe that it's possible.
No asking questions it is forever
You don't need to have questions because the journey's final.
It's gettin' so warm it's gettin' so bright
As you approach the light, it grows and warms you up.
I'll leave this world I love to take my final flight
Saying goodbye to this world for good and navigating the way.
They say there is no need to pray
Don't pray because you don't need the help of the divine.
It is time please don't be afraid
It's time, please don't fear.
Don't be left behind you can't be saved
You can't stay behind and nobody can save you because it’s your journey alone.
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin'
Keep on walking and never stop, there are no obstructions ahead.
Just keep on walkin' just keep on walkin' into the after life
Keep walking into the afterlife, following the light forever.
They say don't walk away from the light there is no need to fight
Don't walk away from the light, there's no need to resist.
They say don't be afraid of the light
Don't be afraid of the light; it's your friend on this journey.
Walk towards the light you got to walk towards the light hmm
Walk towards the light, there's nothing else to do, let it guide you.
Walk towards the light you got to walk towards the light yeah mm oh the light the light the light
Walk towards the light, that's your only road to follow - the light, oh, the light.
Contributed by Colton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.