Hellraiser

Motörhead

About Hellraiser

"Hellraiser" is a song written by Ozzy Osbourne, Zakk Wylde, and Lemmy Kilmister. The song was recorded by Osbourne for his 1991 album No More Tears and also by Motörhead for their 1992 March ör Die album. Motörhead's version was released as a single.


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1992
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I'm living on an endless road
Around the world for rock and roll
Sometimes it feels so tough
But I still ain't had enough
I keep saying that it's getting too much
But I know I'm a liar

Feeling all right in the noise and the light
But that's what lights my fire
Hellraiser, in the thunder and heat
Hellraiser, rock you back in your seat
Hellraiser, and I'll make it come true
Hellraiser, I'll put a spell on you

Walking out on another stage
Another town, another place
Sometimes I don't feel right
Nerves wound up too damn tight
Don't you tell me it's bad for my health
But kicking back don't make it
Out of control, I play the ultimate role
Don't know how to make it

Hellraiser, in the thunder and heat
Hellraiser, rock you back in your seat
Hellraiser, and I'll make it come true
Hellraiser, I'll put a spell on you

I'm living on an endless road
Around the world for rock and roll
Sometimes it feels so tough
But I still ain't had enough
I keep saying that it's getting too much
But I know I'm a liar

Feeling all right in the noise and the light
But that's what lights my fire
Hellraiser, in the thunder and heat
Hellraiser, rock you back in your seat
Hellraiser, and I'll make it come true
Hellraiser, I'll put a spell on you

Hellraiser

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Motörhead

Motörhead ( /ˈmoʊtərhɛd/) are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist, singer and songwriter Ian Fraser Kilmister, professionally known by his stage name Lemmy, who has remained the sole constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to or one of the earliest members of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. To date, Motörhead have released twenty studio albums, seven live recordings, five compilation albums and five EPs. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and particularly No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, cemented Motörhead's reputation as one o… more »

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Written by: John Michael Osbourne, Zachary Phillip Wylde Wylde

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Hellraiser" was written by rock legends Lemmy Kilmister from Motörhead, Ozzy Osbourne, and Zakk Wylde.
Two Versions
Both Motörhead and Ozzy Osbourne recorded and released their versions of the song. Ozzy’s was on his 1991 album "No More Tears," while Lemmy’s was on the 1992 Motörhead album "March ör Die."
Movie Soundtrack
A version of "Hellraiser" by Motörhead is featured in three Hellraiser films including "Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth," giving it fame in both the music and film domains.
Unique Video
The music video for Motörhead’s version features Lemmy playing poker against Pinhead, the main antagonist in the Hellraiser movies.
Grammy Nomination
Ozzy Osbourne's version of "Hellraiser" was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best Metal Performance in 1992.
Complicated Credit
The song caused a bit of controversy with the songwriting credits. While Lemmy wrote the song specifically intending for Osbourne to record it, Lemmy was initially not given credit when Ozzy recorded and released the song. It wasn't until Osbourne's reissue of the album many years later where Lemmy's name was added.
Instrumental Point
In both versions, a noteworthy element of the song is the use of harmonica, which introduces a bluesy note to the heavy metal composition.
Remembering Lemmy
After Lemmy’s passing in 2015, Osbourne spoke about Lemmy’s influence and the creation of the song "Hellraiser" in several interviews, noting that the song would not exist without Lemmy's contribution.
Connection with Fans
"Hellraiser" continues to be a fan favorite and is often played at both Motörhead and Ozzy Osbourne concerts, standing as a testament to the enduring appeal of the track.
Lyrics Message
The lyrics of the song "Hellraiser" describe the rock and roll lifestyle, which was very fitting as both Lemmy and Ozzy lived such lives, marked by extreme highs and lows, excesses, and notable resilience.

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