Yngwie J. Malmsteen (English pronunciation: /ˈɪŋveɪ ˈmɑːlmstiːn/ ING-vay MA… Read Full Bio ↴Yngwie J. Malmsteen (English pronunciation: /ˈɪŋveɪ ˈmɑːlmstiːn/ ING-vay MAHLM-steen; born June 30, 1963) is a Swedish virtuoso guitarist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader. Malmsteen became known for his neo-classical playing approach in heavy metal music, which became a new musical style in the early 80s due to his work and that of other virtuosos. He is considered by many to be one of the most technically gifted hard rock guitarists of all time and is considered to be a pioneer of shred guitar.

The moniker 'Rising Force' came to prominence on March 5, 1984 at the release of the album of the same name, distributed through Polydor Records. Malmsteen's band featured a mix of instrumental songs and energetic metal tracks, with Jeff Scott Soto notably on vocals, and became a critical and commercial success. In particular, Malmsteen's band was nominated for 'Best Rock Instrumental Performance' at the 1986 Grammy Awards. While the reception of their work waxed and waned throughout the 80s, they still earned a considerable fan response.

Website: http://www.yngwiemalmsteen.com

Crucify
Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force Lyrics

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You really think
That you are clever
But you are quite insane
In Hell your soul
Will burn forever
Bringing Eternal Pain
You tried to
Crucify me

I know you
Will never see
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify
I'll pot and end
to your blood letting
I'll sieze your evil reign
You'll have no more
Money Netting
The loser must be slain

You tried to
Crucify me
I know you
Will never see
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me
Crucify me

Crucify me
Crucify

Overall Meaning

In Yngwie J. Malmsteen's powerful song "Crucify," the lyrics address someone who believes they are clever, but in reality, are insane. The singer warns that this person's soul will burn forever in Hell, causing eternal pain. Despite the person's attempt to "crucify" the singer, they vow to put an end to their reign of evil and bloodletting. The singer declares that the loser must be slain, possibly indicating that this person is dangerous and needs to be stopped.

Line by Line Meaning

You really think
You believe

That you are clever
That you're smart

But you are quite insane
Though you're crazed

In Hell your soul
Your soul in hell

Will burn forever
Will forever burn

Bringing Eternal Pain
Suffering forevermore

You tried to
You attempted to

Crucify me
Crucify me

I know you
I understand that you

Will never see
Won't ever realize

Crucify me
Crucify me