Uriah Heep were part of the early 1970s rock scene, and have been referred to as pioneers of the hard rock, heavy metal and progressive rock genres. The band has sold over 40 million albums worldwide with over four million sales in the U.S, where its best-known songs include "Gypsy", "Easy Livin'", "The Wizard", "Sweet Lorraine", and "Stealin'". They also maintain a significant following and perform at arena-sized venues in the Balkans, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Russia, Finland and Scandinavia.
Uriah Heep have released twenty-four studio albums of original material, twenty live albums and forty-one compilation albums (including two greatest hits albums). Twelve of the band's studio albums have made it to the UK Albums Chart (Return to Fantasy reached No. 7 in 1975), while of the fifteen Billboard 200 Uriah Heep albums, Demons and Wizards was the most successful (No. 23, 1972). In the late 1970s the band had massive success in Germany, where the "Lady in Black" single was a big hit.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uriah_Heep_(band)
Studio albums
...Very 'eavy ...Very 'umble (1970)
Salisbury (1971)
Look at Yourself (1971)
Demons and Wizards (1972)
The Magician's Birthday (1972)
Sweet Freedom (1973)
Wonderworld (1974)
Return to Fantasy (1975)
High and Mighty (1976)
Firefly (1977)
Innocent Victim (1977)
Fallen Angel (1978)
Conquest (1980)
Abominog (1982)
Head First (1983)
Equator (1985)
Raging Silence (1989)
Different World (1991)
Sea of Light (1995)
Sonic Origami (1998)
Wake the Sleeper (2008)
Into the Wild (2011)
Outsider (2014)
Living the Dream (2018)
Chaos & Colour (2023)
Look at Yourself
Uriah Heep Lyrics
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Don't know what
You're running from
Nobody's coming
What'd you do that was so wrong
Look back and turn back
Look at yourself
Look at yourself
If you need assistance
Or if all you need is love
There's no point in hiding
Tell me what you?re frightened of
You've got a friend, just
Look at yourself
Don't be afraid, just
Look at yourself
The lyrics of this Uriah Heep song, Look at Yourself, is all about self-reflection and self-examination. The first line, "I see you running, don't know what you're running from," is an observation of someone who is in a hurry or has a sense of urgency. The following line, "Nobody's coming, what'd you do that was so wrong," implies that the person is running away from a problem or a mistake that they made. The singer of the song encourages the person to stop and look back at themselves to face their problems head-on.
The chorus of "Look back and turn back, look at yourself, don't be afraid, just look at yourself" emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, acknowledging past mistakes, and facing the reality of who you are. The next verse encourages the person to seek help when needed instead of hiding from their fears. "If you need assistance or if all you need is love, there's no point in hiding, tell me what you're frightened of. You've got a friend, just look at yourself, don't be afraid, just look at yourself," signifies the importance of having someone to rely on, be it a friend or family.
Overall, the song's message is one of self-reflection, facing fears, and seeking help when needed. It's a message that remains relevant in today's world where society tends to push people to hide from their problems or to keep running away from them.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you running
I observe that you are constantly busy and occupied
Don't know what / You're running from
However, I'm uncertain about what troubles you are trying to escape from
Nobody's coming / What'd you do that was so wrong
Nobody is chasing or after you, so what is the reason for your distress?
Look back and turn back / Look at yourself
Take a moment to reflect on your past actions and decisions, and evaluate yourself as a person
Don't be afraid, just / Look at yourself
Do not hesitate or fear to examine and introspect yourself
If you need assistance / Or if all you need is love
If you require help or companionship, or just want love and affection,
There's no point in hiding / Tell me what you?re frightened of
Then there's no benefit in concealing your fears and anxieties - communicate them to someone who cares about you
You've got a friend, just / Look at yourself
Remember that you have a supporter and confidant - yourself - and rely on your own strengths
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KEN HENSLEY
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@That70sGuitarist
@@CarpeDiem23 I always found that Deep Purple and Uriah Heep nicely defied being pigeonholed; I think of them both as "hard rock" more than anything else, despite Deep Purple being considered part of the "holy triumvirate" that were the founders of "heavy metal music." Personally, I could listen to them all day long, and still have a hard time trying to categorise them.
I mean, sure, you've got "Speed King," and "Stormbringer," which are definitely some kick-@$$ heavy metal, but then you also have "When A Blind Man Cries," "Maybe I'm A Leo," and "Woman From Tokyo," which are anything but metal. Know what I mean?
Or maybe I just like complicating things and/or overthinking them, but either way, DP and UH will remain part of the soundtrack of my life because they just have that incredible sound!
Wanna know who else has an incredible sound? Canada's Guess Who and April Wine, to name just a couple. To hear the Guess Who at their very best, check out their "Canned Wheat" album. As for April Wine, virtually anything by them is amaze-ballz, but I'm especially knocked out by "Sign Of The Gypsy Queen" from their "Nature Of The Beast" album.
Someone else with an epic sound is Frank Marino, who was literally the spiritual godfather to entire generations of Canadian shredders.
Enjoy!😉
@jok99teez
We did a "what the hell" trip to Chicago. Didn't even care who was playing. We get there and it's Uriah Heep opening for Deep Purple at the cow palace. We were left for dead after Heep played - they sped through their set with the utmost perfection. When they played Rainbow Demon I thought I saw Satan sitting in the 3rd row. Had to be the shrooms.
Deep Purple came out and just blew us out of seats. 2 lids, a few schrooms and little Mateus to stay liquid. The other 3 Lug Nutts were too high to drive so I did. The ringing in my eyes lasted 4 days.
The 70's. What a fuckin ride.
To all you Namer's. We still ache for you guys!
@vicnedel02
I see you running.
Don't know what you're running from.
Nobody's coming.
What'd you do that was so wrong?
Look back and turn back.
Look at yourself.
Don't be afraid just,
Look at yourself.
If you need assistance,
Or if all you need is love,
There's no point in hiding.
Tell me what your frightened of.
You've got a friend just,
Look at yourself.
Don't be afraid just,
Look at yourself.
@samhartwig5101
Byron was easily one of the most underrated vocalists ever.
@william7038
THIS IS KEN HENSLEY ON VOCALS
@tallguynmass
A song that really helped me get through some troubling times when I was younger. If you had a rough childhood and sometimes lack confidence, just listen to this song once every day before you start it. “You’ve got a friend, just look at yourself. Don’t be afraid, just look at yourself”
@clivegreer4513
🤗🙏🙏🙏
@ebraheimfortune1970
Same here
@ebraheimfortune1970
A song that reminds me of the good old high-school days .
@Slant987
I haven't listened to Uriah Heep in years. They're great. Brings back memories of the '70s. They were a favorite of mine.
@jryland6
I still listen to them. First heard them in 1970 when I was 16
@janstrapina
@@jryland6 Albums Look At Yourself(1971),Demons And Wizards(1972)and The Magicians Birthday(1972)is Uriah Heeps hardrock masterpieces!!!!!!!!🤘🤘🤘
@patricialonga5181
Amazing! A masterpiece!!
I am 58 and can’t have enough of this song! The memories are just wonderful!!!