The exposure also gave way to a deal with RCA Records, which reissued the debut as well as Triumph's sophomore effort, 1977's Rock & Roll Machine, which spawned the group's first semi-hit single, a cover of Joe Walsh's "Rocky Mountain Way." It was also around this time that the group became known for its concerts, which relied heavily on pyrotechnics and an intricate light show (just in case their following couldn't figure this out themselves, the trio penned a track called "Blinding Light Show").
With their stock rising among hard rock fans, Triumph inked a new recording contract with MCA, which led to their most successful period both artistically and commercially. Such resulting albums as 1979's Just a Game and 1980's Progressions of Power inched the group closer to breakthrough success, which was obtained by a pair of back-to-back gold-certified albums: 1981's Allied Forces (often considered the group's best album, which spawned the hit anthem "Fight the Good Fight") and 1982's Never Surrender. Such further albums as 1984's Thunder Seven, 1985's Stages, 1985's The Sport of Kings, and 1987's Surveillance failed to meet the expectations set by Triumph's earlier releases, yet the group was able to retain its following. Come 1988, Emmett opted to leave the group to pursue a solo career, but instead of calling it a day, Moore and Levine decided to carry on with a new frontman/guitarist, while an 11-track best-of set, Classics, was issued a year after Emmett's exit.
Their first choice, ex-Thin Lizzy/Whitesnake member John Sykes, was too busy getting his project Blue Murder off the ground at the time, so the gig ultimately went to former Frozen Ghost/Aldo Nova associate Phil X (it was also around this time that the group built its own recording studio in Mississauga, Ontario, called Metalworks). The Phil X-led version of the group only managed to issue a single release, however, 1993's Edge of Excess, before Triumph split up for good. In the wake of their breakup, several archival releases popped up in record stores, such as 1995's In the Beginning and 1996's King Biscuit Flower Hour (the latter of which chronicled a 1981 concert), while Rik Emmett continued on with his solo career, issuing albums on a regular basis throughout the '90s.
In 2007, it was announced that Triumph were to be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Subsequently, the original lineup of Emmett, Levine, and Moore reunited for several high-profile live shows leading up to their induction into the Hall of Fame during the 2008 Juno Awards. In 2012, the band released the DVD/CD set Live at Sweden Rock Festival, which documents Triumph's reunion concert from 2008.
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2. A Scottish Christian rock band who released at least three albums. They were later known as Triumph UK to distinguish themselves from the Canadian band.
Discography:
* 1986 Triumph
* 1987 Don't Look Back
* 1989 Cry Freedom
3. Also a Brazilian Black Metal Band, formed in 1998 in Sao Paulo
They released:
* 1999 Discord is Our Impulse, Anarchy is Our Revolution
* 2000 Dies Irae
* 2000 …Walking To The Triumph…
* 2002 Dominium (The Torment To He)
* 2003 The Beginning of Chaos
* 2004 Triumph…
4) Triumph is a eurobeat group that very occasionally appears on the Super Eurobeat compilations.
5) Triumph is a band, spawned in Vanløse, Denmark by two friends named Hjalmar and Niklas. They started to create their first songs immediately after attending a Slipknot concert in Copenhagen. Their first two songs were made only by natural body sounds (Farts and Burps) recorded on their computer. A few days later, Jonas and Johannes, two associates joined them and the quartet worked on music releases. Apparently, their greatest hits are "God Tur Til Færøerne" (a song dedicated to Niklas), and "En Kæmpe Bunke Lort".
6) Triumph from Reno, Nevada (USA) is a One Man Band, also knows as Evan Richardson (member of Ritual Genocide (USA)), plays War Black Metal. Created in 2020, the first album was released on 30/12/2020
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On And On
Triumph Lyrics
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But you can't seem to make up your mind
There ain't no way to leave all the worry behind
Callin' out for Lady Luck
She just lets you down
Try to take her as she comes Hang on: Turn it around
CHORUS:
On and on it goes
On and on it goes
Round and round and it won't slow down
Is this the right place -- the right time?
Nobody gives guarantees
How can you tell the sound of opportunity?
Comin' down to the moment of truth
One word could make it right
I wonder if you feel it too
Hey, maybe we're gonna get lucky tonight
CHORUS
You're not the only one in the world
That can feel something's wrong
A broken heart, another lonely night
Still we go on and on and on
CHORUS
The lyrics of Triumph's song On And On are introspective and reflective of the uncertainties and worries that individuals face in their lives. The first verse invokes a sense of solitude where the singer is contemplating their thoughts, unable to arrive at a clear decision or direction. They are seeking support in the form of Lady Luck, but their attempts end in disappointment.
The chorus, with its repetitive phrasing, accentuates the fact that life is unpredictable and chaotic. The lyrics suggest that individuals cannot control their lives' trajectory, and things will continue to spin around without any reprieve or pause. The second verse delves into the idea of making decisions and seizing opportunities that present themselves. The singer is aware that there are no guarantees in life and that one small decision could result in an unexpected outcome. However, they remain hopeful that luck might be on their side and that the outcome will be a favorable one.
The final verse is a realization that everyone experiences hardships, loneliness, and uncertainties, and that it is part of the human experience. The song concludes with the theme that life goes on, and individuals must continue moving forward despite what it throws their way.
Line by Line Meaning
You sit and wonder lonely in the night
You find yourself alone at night with nothing but your thoughts to keep you company.
But you can't seem to make up your mind
You feel indecisive and unsure about which direction to take in your life.
There ain't no way to leave all the worry behind
You realize that worry is an inevitable part of life that can't be completely avoided.
Callin' out for Lady Luck
You're hoping for some good luck or fortune to come your way.
She just lets you down
Unfortunately, luck doesn't always work in your favor and you feel let down.
Try to take her as she comes Hang on: Turn it around
You're trying to accept life's ups and downs and make the best of any situation that comes your way.
CHORUS: On and on it goes Where it stops nobody knows
Life is unpredictable and you never know what's going to happen next.
Is this the right place -- the right time?
You're questioning whether you're making the right decisions and if you're in the right place at the right time.
Nobody gives guarantees
There are no guarantees in life and you have to take risks and make decisions without knowing the outcome.
How can you tell the sound of opportunity?
It can be difficult to recognize an opportunity when it presents itself, and you don't want to miss your chance.
Comin' down to the moment of truth
You're approaching a critical point in your life where you have to make a decision that could change everything.
One word could make it right
You realize that a single word or action could have a significant impact on your situation and make things better.
I wonder if you feel it too
You're curious if someone else shares your thoughts and feelings about the current situation.
Hey, maybe we're gonna get lucky tonight
You're still holding onto hope that things could turn around and work out in your favor.
CHORUS: On and on it goes Round and round and it won't slow down
Life can feel like a never-ending cycle of ups and downs that can be difficult to break out of and slow down.
You're not the only one in the world
You realize that you're not alone in facing life's challenges and that others can relate to what you're going through.
That can feel something's wrong
You have an intuition that something isn't right, and you're trying to figure out what it is and how to fix it.
A broken heart, another lonely night
You've experienced heartbreak and loneliness, and it's a feeling that can be difficult to shake.
Still we go on and on and on
Despite life's challenges and hardships, you keep moving forward and pushing through.
CHORUS
Life's cycle of ups and downs continues, and you're left wondering where it will take you next.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GIL MOORE, MIKE LEVINE, RIK EMMETT
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George Dill
on Hold On
Wow I forgot all the hits they had