Breaking the Law
Judas Priest
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There I was completely wasted, out of work and down All inside it's so frustrating as I drift from town to town Feel as though nobody cares if I live or die So I might as well begin to put some action in my life Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law So much for the golden future I can't even start I've had every promise broken, there's anger in my heart You don't know what it's like, you don't have a clue If you did you'd find yourselves doing the same thing too Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law You don't know what it's like Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law Breaking the law, breaking the law
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Written by: Glenn Raymond Tipton, Kenneth Downing, Robert Halford
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Breaking the Law" is a song by the English heavy metal band Judas Priest. It was originally released on their 1980 album "British Steel."
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the increasing unemployment rate in the UK at the time. The band's vocalist Rob Halford stated that it was written as a response to the despair felt by the youth who couldn't find work and were considered law-breakers.
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Chart PerformanceWhile never released as a single in the UK, "Breaking the Law" gained significant popularity in the U.S, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard rock tracks chart.
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Song CompositionThe song is known for its iconic opening guitar riff and its chorus, which is often sung by the audience during live performances. The simple yet catchy guitar riff is one of the reasons why the song has remained popular over the years.
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Cultural Impact"Breaking the Law" is considered an anthem of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. It has been covered by numerous bands and featured in various media, including television shows, commercials, and video games.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Breaking the Law" was one of the first to feature robotic movements, predating bands like Kraftwerk. This proto-animatronic feature contributed to its popularity on television music channels like MTV.
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Live PerformancesEven into the 21st century, "Breaking the Law" remains one of Judas Priest's most frequently performed live songs.
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Song RecognitionIn 2009, VH1 ranked "Breaking the Law" number 40 on their list of the 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs.
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Song InterpretationThe song can be interpreted as a statement of rebellion and resistance, portraying the band's discontent with authority.
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Notable CoversAmong the many artists who have covered "Breaking the Law", famous ones include Doro Pesch, Fight, and Motörhead.
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