Black Blade

Blue Öyster Cult

About Black Blade

"Black Blade" is a song by American rock band Blue Öyster Cult. The lyrics were written by Eric Bloom and British science fiction writer Michael Moorcock from the viewpoint of Elric, Moorcock's most famous character. Despite failing to chart, the song received significant airplay on rock radio stations.


Year:
1980
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I have this feeling that my luck is none too good
This sword here at my side don't act the way it should
Keeps calling me its master, but I feel like its slave
Hauling me faster and faster to an early, early grave
And it howls, it howls like hell

I'm told it's my duty to fight against the law
That wizardry's my trade and I was born to wade through gore
I just want to be a lover, not a red-eyed screaming ghoul
I wish it'd picked another to be its killing tool

Black blade! Black blade!
Forged a billion years ago
Black blade! Black blade!
Killing so its power can grow

There's death from the beginning to the end of time
And I'm the cosmic champion and I hold a mystic sign
And the whole world's dying and the burdens mine
And the black sword keeps on killing 'til the end of time

Black blade! Black blade!
Bringing chaos to the world we know
Black blade! Black blade!
And its using me to kill my friends
Black blade! Black blade!
Getting stronger so the world will end
Black blade! Black blade!
Forcing my mind to bend and bend

The black blade
Forged a million billion years ago
My cosmic sword goes on for eternity
Carving out destiny
Bringing in the lords of chaos
Bringing up the beasts of Hades
Sucking out the souls of heroes
Laying waste to knights and ladies
My master is my slave
Ha ha ah ha ah ha!

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Blue Öyster Cult

Blue Öyster Cult (often abbreviated BÖC) are an American rock band from Long Island, New York, United States, best known for such hard rock songs as "(Don't Fear) The Reaper", "Burnin' for You", and "Godzilla". Since the release of their self-titled debut album in 1972, the band has sold over 24 million albums worldwide, including 7 million in the United States alone.[citation needed] The band's music videos, especially "Burnin' for You", received heavy rotation on MTV when the music television network premiered in 1981, cementing the band's contribution to the development and success of the music video in modern pop culture. Today, BÖC's music continues to be played on AOR-friendly radio stations as well as in movies, … more »

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Written by: E BLOOM, JOHN TRIVERS, MICHAEL MOORCOCK

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"Black Blade" is a song by the legendary American rock band, Blue Öyster Cult, featured on their eighth studio album, "Cultösaurus Erectus," released in 1980.
Author of the Lyrics
The lyrics of "Black Blade" were written by acclaimed British science fiction author Michael Moorcock, a friend of the band. This is one of several collaborations between Moorcock and Blue Öyster Cult.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by Moorcock's "Elric of Melniboné" series. The "Black Blade" in the song refers to Stormbringer, the sentient, soul-stealing sword used by the series' protagonist.
Musical Style
"Black Blade" is renowned for its blend of hard rock and heavy metal, with a dosage of progressive elements.
Influence
The song, as well as the entire album "Cultösaurus Erectus," is noted for showing a return to the band's earlier, harder rock sound, compared to their previous couple of albums.
Live Performances
"Black Blade" is a staple at Blue Öyster Cult live performances and is often a fan favorite at concerts.
Cover Versions
Over the years, several cover versions of "Black Blade" have been made by different artists and bands, highlighting its enduring appeal and influence.
Personnel
The personnel involved in "Black Blade" include Eric Bloom on lead vocal and stun guitar, Donald 'Buck Dharma' Roeser on lead guitar, Allen Lanier on keyboards and rhythm guitar, Joe Bouchard on bass, and Albert Bouchard on drums.
Production
The song and its parent album, "Cultösaurus Erectus", were overseen by renowned British producer Martin Birch, known for his work with bands such as Deep Purple, Iron Maiden and Black Sabbath.
Critical Reception
"Black Blade" has been praised for its strong lyrics, intense music, and imaginative concept, demonstrating the band's creativity and versatility at combining rock music with complex themes.

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