Sole Survivor

Helloween

About Sole Survivor

"Sole Survivor" is a song and a single made by the German power metal band Helloween taken from the album Master of the Rings. On "Closer to Home", the lead vocals are sung by Roland Grapow. The song has been covered by the Swedish power metal band Dragonland on their third album 'Starfall'. This single was released only in Japan.


Year:
2002
4:30
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I got that fever
Burning my head
So many memories
No tear so shed
Burns like a fire
Who stole my aims?
My comrade fighters
Been sent astray

How could I know
What others had in mind for me?
How would they know
What measures I take?

Sole survivor
Of a kill without alert sing your feelings out
Your song remains unheard
Sole survivor

We shared like brothers
A light in the black
Totally blended
Bold and erect
But we've grown intriguers
Till it's too late
Time has brought fire
Fear, greed and hate

Now I'm cryin'
Shattered on the ground
All I find
Has died anyway

Sole survivor
Of a kill without alert sing your feelings out
Your song remains unheard
Sole survivor
Got a voice without a sound
Mean mistreaters
Took away your ground
Sole survivor

[SOLO]

Sole survivor...

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Helloween

Helloween is a German power metal band founded in 1984 by members of Iron Fist and Powerfool. The band was a pioneering force in the European Power Metal movement and their second and third studio albums, Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 1 and Pt.2, are considered masterpieces of the genre. more »

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Written by: ANDREAS DERIS, MICHAEL WEIKATH

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12 facts about this song

Band Background
"Sole Survivor" is a song by the German power metal band Helloween, which was formed in 1984. The band played a significant role in the development of speed metal and power metal sub-genres.
Album Information
The song "Sole Survivor" is from their successful studio album titled "Master of the Rings," released in 1994. This album marked a return to form for the band following a period of line-up changes and musical experimentation.
Lineup Changes
"Sole Survivor" was the first song released after the Helloween’s lineup changed significantly. It features new members Uli Kusch on drums and Andreas Deris as the lead vocalist.
Single Release
"Sole Survivor" was also released as a single with two b-sides, "Still We Go" and "In the Middle of a Heartbeat".
Song Theme
The song discusses concepts related to survival and tenacity, themes that were especially pertinent to the band at the time of recording given their recent personnel changes.
Musical Style
The song continues Helloween's tradition of combining hard-hitting metal riffs with memorable melodic hooks and anthemic choruses, showcasing their evolving power-metal style.
Critic's Response
"Sole Survivor" has been praised for its catchy chorus, powerful guitar work, and the strong performance of new vocalist Andreas Deris. It remains a fan favorite and is frequently included in set lists for live performances.
Video
The song also had an official music video that helped promote both the single and the album "Master of the Rings."
Chart Performance
Though the song did not break into the mainstream, it was an underground hit and helped to reestablish Helloween's presence in the heavy metal scene.
Album Sales
"Master of the Rings," the album featuring "Sole Survivor," proved to be a commercial success and has been certified gold in various countries. It marked a major comeback for the band after a period of commercial disappointment.
Live Performance
Helloween continues to play "Sole Survivor" often on their concerts, and it is considered a standout track in their discography.
Inspiration
While the band has been notoriously tight-lipped about the exact inspirations for their songs, fans and critics have speculated that "Sole Survivor" may be a symbol for the band's determination to weather tough times and emerge stronger.

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