The Hunter

Dokken

About The Hunter

"The Hunter" is a song by American heavy metal band Dokken, released in 1985 on the album Under Lock and Key. The song was released as the first single from the album. The song peaked at number 25 on the Mainstream Rock chart in the United States. The song remained on the chart for 9 weeks.


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2011
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Clouds roll by as I look to the sky
And then that feeling comes, it comes on again

You know desire burns like a fire, fire of sin
Oh, will I ever learn?
You're the only one I could call my own
But then the shadows fall and I'm gone again

I'm a hunter
Searching for love on these lonely streets again
I'm the hunter
Searching for things that I might never find again

Care for you, you know that I always will
I know it's hard for you, my taste for the kill

But then it calls to me when the moon rises full in the sky
You know it's not denied
Will I ever find love and peace of mind?
On these streets again, will it ever end?

I'm a hunter
Searching for love on these lonely streets again
I'm the hunter
Searching for things that I might never find again

You know desire burns like a fire, fire within
I guess I'll never learn
You're the only one I would call my own
But when the shadows fall, you know I won't be home

I'm a hunter
Searching for love on these lonely streets again
I'm the hunter
Searching for things that I might never find

I'm a hunter
Searching for love on these lonely streets again
I'm the hunter
Searching for things that I might never find

I'm a hunter
Searching for love
I'm the hunter
Searching for things that I might never find again

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Dokken

Dokken is an American heavy metal band formed in 1976. They split up in 1989 but reformed four years later. The group accumulated numerous charting singles and has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. The band was nominated for a Grammy in 1989. more »

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Written by: DON DOKKEN, GEORGE LYNCH, JEFF PILSON, MICK BROWN

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11 facts about this song

Album/Release Details
"The Hunter" is a song by the American heavy metal and hard rock band Dokken. It was released in 1985 and is part of the band's breakthrough album "Under Lock and Key."
Song Popularity
The song is one of Dokken's most well-known tracks. It peaked at number 25 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks in the United States.
Music Video
The music video for "The Hunter" was known for its visual effects. It was one of the first music videos to use computer-generated graphics.
Song Theme
The song carries a common theme of Dokken's music, which communicates a sense of longing and weariness. The lyrics revolve around a hunter seeking his correct path.
Band Lineup
During the recording and release of this song, Dokken's line up included Don Dokken on vocals, George Lynch on guitars, Jeff Pilson on bass, and Mick Brown on drums.
Songwriting
The song was written and composed by fellow band members George Lynch and Jeff Pilson.
Sound Design
The song features a melodic yet hard rock sound, one of the key elements of Dokken's musical style.
Live Performances
"The Hunter" became one of the band's staple songs during live performances and often featured in their concert setlists.
Song Legacy
Despite the band's breakup and multiple lineup changes, "The Hunter" has remained one of the band's legacy songs, and it is often played by Don Dokken and George Lynch in their individual live shows.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists and bands throughout the years, highlighting its enduring status in the rock and metal genres.
Inclusion in Compilation Albums
"The Hunter" has been included in several of Dokken's compilation albums, including “The Best of Dokken” and "Greatest Hits."

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