Angel of Death
Thin Lizzy
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Oh my God There's millions of them I've seen a fire start in Frisco The day that the earth quaked I've seen buildings a-blazing Throwing up in flames I heard men, women and children Crying out to their God for mercy But their God didn't listen So they were burned alive They went down, down, deep underground In the great disaster I was hanging out in Berlin In the year one thousand nine hundred and thirty nine I've seen Hitler's storm troopers March right across the Maginot line I've seen two world wars I've seen men send rockets out into space I foresee a holocaust An angel of death descending to destroy the human race Down, down, deep underground A great disaster In the sixteenth century there was a French philosopher By the name of Nostradamus Who prophesied that in the late twentieth century An angel of death shall waste this land A holocaust the likes of which This planet had never seen Now, I ask you Do you believe this to be true I was standing by the bedside The night that my father died He was crying out in pain To his God he said, have mercy, mercy His body was riddled with a disease Unknown to man so he expected no cure But before he died that night He was lost, insane He went down, down, deep underground A great disaster You'll go down, down, deep underground A great disaster I think they've got now
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Written by: Darren Wharton, Philip Parris Lynott
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Angel Of Death" is a song by Thin Lizzy, a rock band from Ireland. The band achieved international recognition through prominent rock anthems, including "Jailbreak" and "The Boys Are Back In Town."
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Song Background"Angel Of Death" is from the album "Renegade," released in 1981. The album was the band's 11th studio album and it marked a departure from their traditional sound.
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Lead Band MemberPhil Lynott, the band's lead vocalist and bassist, took on the dominant role in writing most of the songs, including this one. Known for his poetic songwriting, Lynott infused storytelling elements into his music.
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Lyrics ContentThe "Angel Of Death" song tackles tough subjects like the Apocalypse and the end of the world. It paints a graphic picture of the final reckoning, consistent with Lynott's penchant for strong narratives.
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Influential Instrumental WorkThe song is also famous for its ambitious guitar work by Scott Gorham and Snowy White, suggesting a more progressive direction for the band on the "Renegade" album.
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Creative Input"Angel of Death" was co-written by Darren Wharton, who joined Thin Lizzy as a keyboardist in 1980. It's one of the few songs where Wharton received a writing credit.
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Live Performances"Angel Of Death" was regularly included in the band's setlist during their live performances and became a fan favorite due to its atmospheric haunting keyboards and powerful lyrics.
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LegacyDespite the fact that the "Renegade" album received mixed reviews from critics at the time of its release, songs like "Angel of Death" became classics and continue to be recognized as reflecting Thin Lizzy's unique rock sound.
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Posthumous RecognitionAfter the tragic death of Lynott in 1986, "Angel Of Death" gained more recognition. It is seen as a testament to Phil Lynott's deep and somewhat dark creative skills.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, affirming its lasting influence in the rock genre.
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