Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virgin_Steele
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)
Noble Savage
Virgin Steele Lyrics
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Dignity, a conscious thought
The judgement hour
To live in honor
Quoting freedom's name
A noble stance
Bearing a proudful mane
Hope is born, a changeling dawn
Bringing strange power
Transform, change form
Blend mind and matter
A voice of reason crying in the dark
A raging fire from a spark
Breathe through me
I'm a savage, I'm a king
I fought deceivers
I conquered evil
Animal, grace in form and power
Dignity,a conscious thought
The judgement hour
A voice of reason crying in the dark
A divine vision from the heart
Breathe through me
I'm a savage, I'm a king
I fought deceivers
I conquered evil
Innocent eyes, shine down on me
Don't, don't, don't blind your eyes to me
I'm here with you
Always, again today
Can you feel me?
I'm with you
Never, never surrender
Oh, the power, the glory is yours
My kingdom, on high, again
Can you see?
I'm with you now...
Lyrics submitted by Karunga
The song "Noble Savage" by Virgin Steele can be interpreted as a celebration of human strength and power, both physical and mental. The first stanza describes the characteristics of an animal, specifically a noble and powerful one, and compares it to a human being who possesses grace and dignity alongside conscious thoughts. The reference to the "judgment hour" suggests that this is a time when one's actions and character will be judged, perhaps in a cosmic or spiritual sense.
The second stanza continues the theme of strength and power, but adds an element of transformation and evolution. The idea of a "changeling dawn" implies a new beginning or rebirth, and the line "Blend mind and matter" suggests a synthesis between the physical and the intangible. The voice of reason "crying in the dark" could be seen as a call to action, urging the listener to embrace their inner strength and rise up against oppression or injustice.
The chorus contains the repeated phrase "I'm a savage, I'm a king," which could be interpreted as a recognition of both one's animalistic side and their regal qualities. The following lines emphasize the triumph over adversity, with the singer claiming to have fought deceivers and conquered evil. The final stanza seems to address an outside listener, urging them not to ignore the singer's presence and strength ("Don't blind your eyes to me") and offering assurance that they will always be with them.
Line by Line Meaning
Animal, grace in form and power
The beauty and strength of an animal embodied in human form.
Dignity, a conscious thought
The understanding of one's own worth and the value of life.
The judgement hour
A time of reckoning, in which actions will be weighed and measured against morality.
To live in honor
To conduct oneself in a way that is worthy of respect and admiration.
Quoting freedom's name
Evoking the ideal of liberty and the right to self-determination.
A noble stance
An upright position that reflects the principles of righteousness and justice.
Bearing a proudful mane
Possessing a symbolic sign of nobility and strength, like the mane of a lion.
Noble savage!
A person who embodies wildness and sophistication, primal instincts and intellectual prowess.
Hope is born, a changeling dawn
A new beginning full of promise and transformation.
Bringing strange power
Containing a unique energy that is both unsettling and inspiring.
Transform, change form
Shifting from one state to another, evolving and adapting.
Blend mind and matter
Combining the intellect and physicality to create an integrated whole.
A voice of reason crying in the dark
The call for rationality and enlightenment amidst chaos and confusion.
A raging fire from a spark
The explosive power of an idea that ignites passion and motivation.
Breathe through me
Asking for divine inspiration and guidance to speak through the self.
I'm a savage, I'm a king
The duality of being fierce yet noble, possessing the qualities of royalty and wildness.
I fought deceivers
Confronting those who are not truthful, who manipulate and betray.
I conquered evil
Overcoming the forces of darkness and malevolence.
Innocent eyes, shine down on me
The purity and clarity of youth observing and inspiring the self.
Don't, don't, don't blind your eyes to me
A plea not to overlook or dismiss the self, to recognize its power and potential.
I'm here with you
The comfort of knowing that the self is not alone or abandoned.
Always, again today
The persistence of the self, the constant presence of its identity and being.
Can you feel me?
The desire for the self to be known and felt by others.
Never, never surrender
The refusal to give up or be defeated.
Oh, the power, the glory is yours
The affirmation of one's own strength and magnificence, the recognition of its potential.
My kingdom, on high, again
The resurgence of the self, its triumph over adversity and doubt.
Can you see?
The self's challenge to others to recognize its worth and magnificence.
I'm with you now...
The assurance of the self's connection to others and to life itself.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAVID DEFEIS
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Alison Eckiwaudah
One of the greatest metal songs ever
toffolotty
No. One of the greatest songs ever. This is a fucking gem
Chris Reilly
Just when you thought the song couldn't get anymore epic they throw in the section from 5:13 onwards just to top it off.
Dana Frankenberg
I grew up and consider David Defeis A special Childhood friend he is and always was a cool and very nice guy. And a major talent.
Jason Reidford
The guys voice is insane. Not a household name by any means, but they have their own thousands and thousands of loyal fans
John k.
One of the best songs ever made. epic to death
Rene Rodrigues
Essa parte do meio da musica orquestrada partiu meu coracao que som meu muito emocionante
Luis Ibarra
an anthem of heavy metal... just for the chosen ones
Stanisław Lipski
I really appreciate the proper volume of bass here. It's really FAT!
cygnusdolor
So much passion in the vocals