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Studio albums
Virgin Steele (1982)
Guardians of the Flame (1983)
Noble Savage (1985)
Age of Consent (1988)
Life Among the Ruins (1993)
The Marriage of Heaven and Hell Part I (1995)
The Marriage of Heaven and Hell Part II (1996)
Invictus (1998)
The House of Atreus Act I (1999)
The House of Atreus Act II (2000)
Visions of Eden (2006)
The Black Light Bacchanalia (2010)
Nocturnes of Hellfire & Damnation (2015)
Ghost Harvest - Vintage I - Black Wine for Mourning (2018)
Ghost Harvest - Vintage II - Red Wine for Warning (2018)
Gothic Voodoo Anthems (2018)
Blood And Gasoline
Virgin Steele Lyrics
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Another Season of knowing that there's nobody there
so you race down the runway, leaving hope on the rails
with a spike in your memory and the marks of the nails
[Chorus:]
Gold and silver shed a light that's blinding hot and cold
you're bleeding, you're bleeding
like blood and gasoline
As you rust in the mirror, as your face starts to go
you can count every mile on your barren soul
in the scream of the engine, sing your final song
blackened and burned what was young and strong
[Chorus]
Faster and faster a nightmare we ride
who'll take the reins when the miracle dies
faster and faster till everything dies
killing is our way of keeping alive
Another night on the Highway, Blood and Dust in the air
New disease or addiction that brings that hip Death Stare
In the media madness where they proclaim you a King
First they crown and annoint you
then makc you dance on a string
The song "Blood and Gasoline" by Virgin Steele speaks of the desperation and hopelessness felt by those living life on the fast lane of the "highway." The lyrics describe a burning desire to escape from the mundane reality of life and the existence of a void that cannot be filled. The "smell of hate" in the air and the realization that "there's nobody there" evoke a sense of loneliness and isolation - a feeling that is all too familiar for those who have lost themselves in the fast-paced world of the highway.
The chorus of the song describes the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of destruction and addiction. The reference to "gold and silver" that sheds a blinding light and the comparison of blood to wine, highlights the allure of wealth and the instant gratification it provides. However, this cycle of consumption is unsustainable and has catastrophic consequences. The lyrics speak of the destruction it causes, and the finality of it all.
Virgin Steele's "Blood and Gasoline" deals with some of the darker aspects of life, and the impact of human's insatiable desire to consume. It is a commentary on the emptiness and the desperation that comes with chasing materialistic aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
Another night on the Highway, smell of hate in the air
Traveling on the highway, feeling an overwhelming sense of animosity and ill will.
Another Season of knowing that there's nobody there
Feeling alone in a repeating cycle of circumstance.
so you race down the runway, leaving hope on the rails
Trying to escape troubling thoughts by leaving everything behind.
with a spike in your memory and the marks of the nails
Haunting memories that cause suffering.
[Chorus:] Gold and silver shed a light that's blinding hot and cold
Material possessions that overpower and overwhelm.
you're bleeding, you're bleeding red and flowing like a wine for crying young or old
Feeling emotional and mental pain in a way that is likened to blood flowing.
like blood and gasoline
An association between the emotional pain and the physical sensation of gasoline and oil running through a machine.
As you rust in the mirror, as your face starts to go
As one ages and deteriorates physically.
you can count every mile on your barren soul
Feeling spiritually empty and drained.
in the scream of the engine, sing your final song
The acceptance and acknowledgement of the inevitable end of life.
blackened and burned what was young and strong
Reference to the physical and emotional decline of a person's youth and vigor.
[Chorus] Faster and faster a nightmare we ride
The incessantly rapid movement towards an unforgiving end.
who'll take the reins when the miracle dies
Questioning who will take over control when life inevitably ends.
faster and faster till everything dies
The pace of life and its events continually quickening.
killing is our way of keeping alive
Metaphorical reference to how some people feel the need to destroy or dominate in order to feel alive or powerful.
Another night on the Highway, Blood and Dust in the air
Continuing a bleak and melancholic journey on the highway surrounded by an oppressive atmosphere.
New disease or addiction that brings that hip Death Stare
Falling victim to a new illness or harmful behavior that can lead to one's demise.
In the media madness where they proclaim you a King
The overwhelming attention and scrutiny placed on those who achieve success.
First they crown and annoint you then makc you dance on a string
The way in which people are put on a pedestal and later manipulated and exploited for the sake of entertainment or profit.
Contributed by Logan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MrMetallization
I love David's voice!
K.A. Carder
Virgin Steele is the best band on the planet!! I've been listening to this band for over 20 years and David Defeis never ceases to amaze me with his vocal power and Edward Pursino is flawless on guitar, in my opinion though, a bit different from the Jack Starr days. It all adds up to this band being unbeatable
MoosenMan
This might be my favorite vs track, so underrated
Jario
My favourite song...