Metal Black
Venom Lyrics

Tiamat, Adramelch, Acheron, Baal
Referring to different mythological, religious or spiritual beings or entities, who symbolize or represent different qualities associated with darkness or evil.

Burning up the city 'neath unholy citadel
Creating chaos, anarchy or destruction in a place that is already corrupt or evil, with the intention of adding to its darkness.

Summoning Leviathan, ready to attack
Eliciting or calling forth a powerful, mythical sea creature, known for its size, strength and destructiveness, to unleash havoc or destruction on the world.

Evil one awakens all the gods of Metal Black
Rousing or inspiring all the demons, spirits or entities that are associated with heavy metal music or culture, thereby intensifying its power or influence.

We come alive at the dawn of the night
Feeling more energized, passionate or inspired when it is dark, quiet or mysterious, as opposed to during the day, which is more bright, noisy or mundane.

We're raising hell and you know that it' right
Causing or promoting disturbances, disruptions or rebellions, and feeling justified in doing so, because it reflects our true nature or spirit.

The music screams on a wing and a prayer
The music is very loud, intense or aggressive, and conveys a sense of danger or risk, that is only balanced or guided by a sense of faith, freedom or courage.

We turn the volume up, come watch if you dare
We increase the volume, intensity or power of the music, as a way of challenging or daring others to confront or endure its effects, whether positive or negative.

Hear me calling - Join the pack
Listen to my voice, as I invite or encourage others to become part of the group, community or culture that shares my values, beliefs or tastes.

Raised in hellfire - Metal Black
Having grown up or been formed in a world of darkness, chaos or rebellion, that defines who we are and what we stand for, as part of the heavy metal environment or scene.

This ain't no music for light hearted folk
This music is not suitable or enjoyable for people who are sensitive, innocent or naive, because it is raw, violent or extreme in its content and expression.

We tell it straight to the rich and the broke
We speak honestly, authentically or passionately, to people from all walks of life, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background or status.

We're long haired punks and we don't give a care
We are unconventional, rebellious or nonconformist, in our appearance, attitude or behavior, and we do not care about what others think or say about us.

We turn the mayhem up, join if you dare
We increase or intensify the chaos, madness or anarchy in our environment, and invite or challenge others to participate, if they have the courage or the desire to do so.

A celebration of everything loud
An expression of joy, pride or enthusiasm, for anything that is large, powerful or intense in its sound, appearance or effect, specifically in relation to heavy metal music or culture.

This is the music to incite a crowd
This is the kind of music that can inspire, motivate or activate a group of people, by arousing or stimulating their emotions, passions or desires, and encouraging them to act together.

Satanic forces lays everything bare
The dark, demonic or evil powers or influences underlying heavy metal music or culture, which expose or reveal the hidden or repressed aspects of human nature or society.

We turn the danger up, feel it in the air
We increase or amplify the sense or perception of danger, risk or threat, that is inherent in heavy metal music or culture, and that can provide a thrilling, exciting or terrifying experience for those who embrace it.

Venom's calling - Join the pack
The band Venom, as a powerful, iconic or influential force, that attracts or inspires others to join or follow its vision, mission or philosophy, as expressed through its music and message.

Raised in hellfire - Metal Black yeah
A reaffirmation or celebration, of the shared identity, values or culture, that defines the heavy metal scene or community, and that resonates with its core audience or fan base.

Metal Fucking Black
An exclamation or declaration, of the intense, raw or extreme quality, that characterizes heavy metal music or culture, and that is celebrated or revered by its members and fans.