Sinner's Prayer

Sully Erna

About Sinner's Prayer

"Sinner's Prayer" is a song by American rock musician Sully Erna. It is the lead single from his 2010 debut album Avalon. The song was originally written for Sylvester Stallone's blockbuster "The Expendables" but later taken off the film and soundtrack during post-production. However, the song is reinstated back in the film in the extended director's cut during the films new opening credits sequence.


Year:
2010
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To love the right,
Yet do so wrong.
To be the weak,
Yet burn to be so strong.

Go rider, although your ride has been through lies.
Go rider, see your soul through the devils eyes.

If I could live my life again,
Would I live that life in sin?

Go rider, go ride into the night.
Go rider, now see your soul through a woman's eyes.

I am sinner.
Hold my prayers up to the sun. 
(Hold my prayers up to the sun)
I am sinner.
Heaven's closed for what I've done. 

What have I done? (What have I done?)
What have I done?

I am sinner. (I am sinner) 
Hold my prayers up to the sun. 
(Hold my prayers up to the sun)
I am sinner.
Heaven's closed for what I've done.

Heaven's closed for what I've done.

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Sully Erna

Salvatore Paul "Sully" Erna (born February 7, 1968), is an American vocalist and primary songwriter for the American heavy metal band, Godsmack. Erna is also a guitarist and drummer, performing these both on albums and during live shows. He has a daughter named Skylar Brooke Erna and an older sister named Maria. more »

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Written by: SALVATORE P. ERNA

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Sully Erna is an American singer and songwriter who is better known as the lead vocalist and primary composer of the heavy metal band Godsmack.
Album Containment
Released in July 2010, "Sinner's Prayer" is one of the most recognized songs by Sully Erna from his debut solo album "Avalon."
Lyric Theme
The lyrics of "Sinner's Prayer" explore themes of repentance, inner struggle, and seeking divine forgiveness.
Music Composition
The song melds together elements of world fusion with bluesy rock undertones, featuring a variety of musical instruments including a harmonica, piano, and tribal percussion.
Chart Performance
"Sinner's Prayer" was positively received by fans and stands as one of Sully Erna’s most commercially successful solo tracks but it didn’t chart on the Billboard.
Music Video
The official music video of "Sinner's Prayer" uploaded on YouTube has received millions of views. The video depicts the vocalist performing in a desolate, post-apocalyptic setting that compliments the darker thematic elements of the song.
Live Performances
"Sinner's Prayer" has been included as part of the setlist in several of Sully Erna's concerts, often delivering powerful live renditions of the song.
Inspiration
The song, as well as the rest of the "Avalon" album, was inspired by Erna's personal experiences and belief system. This introspective approach in songwriting differentiates his solo material from that of his band Godsmack, which has a more aggressive and heavy sound.
Influences and Sound
Erna has said that the writing process for the album, including Sinner's Prayer, incorporated an eclectic mix of influences, from tribal rhythms and instrumentation to the rock and blues genres.
Critical Reception
Critics praised Sinner's Prayer for its lyricism, experimental musical approach, and Erna's unique vocal delivery. However, the song also received criticism as some believed it diverged too much from the vocalist's renowned heavy metal sound.

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