Take On the World
Judas Priest
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You got to leave your seat you gotta get up upon your feet You're gonna move ya to the rhythm till you never can stop We got the power we got the music and you bet that you can use it We're gonna take rock-bottom we're gonna take it to the top Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Move a little nearer you know you gotta follow your leaders As we need you like you need us for sure We're gonna drive you we're gonna ride you we're gonna get right inside you And if you wanna keep going just shout out for more! Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Sing your song we'll listen to you Sing your song the spotlights are you Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world Put yourself in our hands so our voices can be heard And together we will take on all the world
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Written by: ROBERT HALFORD, GLENN RAYMOND TIPTON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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12 facts about this song
Album Classification"Take on the World" is a single track by the British heavy metal band Judas Priest from their sixth studio album named "Killing Machine" (also known as "Hell Bent for Leather" in the United States).
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Release Date & LabelThe song was released in 1978 by Columbia Records.
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Songwriters"Take on the World" was written by Rob Halford, K. K. Downing, and Glenn Tipton, who were the leading members of the band.
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Chart Performance"Take on the World" charted and peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of heavy metal, but it also contributed notably to the upcoming wave of British heavy metal music, a movement that would massively influence the rock and metal scene in the 80's.
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Unique Musical CompositionJudas Priest was known for incorporating a twin-guitar sound in their music. That distinctive style is evident in "Take on the World", creating a unique and powerful delivery.
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Live Performances"Take on the World" has been performed many times in live concerts. Usually, the audience participates in the chorus, making the atmosphere very enthusiastic and appealing.
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Cover VersionsSeveral bands have covered "Take on the World". Notably, American rock band Sum 41 covered the song for the soundtrack of the rebooted movie "Godzilla" in 2019.
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Music VideoA music video was made for the song, featuring Judas Priest performing on stage with a large cheering crowd, which later became symbolic for their music.
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Lyric ThemesThe lyrics of "Take on the World" speak to themes of domination and banding together, fitting the strong, heavy sound of Judas Priest's music.
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Grammy Awards ConnectionAlthough the song didn't win any awards, Judas Priest would later gain recognition from The Recording Academy, earning a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2010.
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Inclusion in Compilation Albums"Take on the World" has been included in several of Judas Priest’s compilation albums and box sets, including "The Collection" (1989), "Metal Works '73-'93" (1993), and "Single Cuts" (2011).
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