Set the World on Fire
Annihilator
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I shall give the vision of what is meant to be All you have to know is that I hold the master key I know your weakness and I can see your pain You scream deliverance and I will pave the way I'll set the world on fire It's your time to retire Because sooner or later You're going to meet your maker I'll give you what I think is best and what I know is right And those who follow me, I'll give you strength and might You pledge allegiance and I'll prevent your fall I am your leader and know I'll rule you all I'll set the world on fire It's your time to retire Because sooner or later You're going to meet your maker Your people are dying Your people are crying out That you must go down Down, down, down, you must go down Lets take them down Now that it's over and all is said and done You've turned the sky to black, no sign of the sun Do you think the free world is going to wish you well No god can save you now, you're going straight to hell We've set your world on fire You are now retired Because sooner or later We have to meet our maker Set the world on fire
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Written by: COBURN PHARR, JEFFREY BRUCE WATERS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin and Album Release"Set the World on Fire" is a song by the Canadian heavy metal band Annihilator. The song was released on their third studio album of the same name on August 24th, 1993.
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Vocalist ChangeIt's the first album to feature vocalist Aaron Randall, after the departure of previous vocalist Coburn Pharr.
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Lyric's MessageThe lyrics of "Set the World on Fire" show a cautionary tale about the dangers of drug abuse, reflecting the band's interest in addressing social issues.
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Album Popularity in JapanThough the album "Set the World on Fire" was relatively well-received, it had the most significant success in Japan reaching No. 7 on Oricon charts.
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Animated Music VideoThe music video of the song "Set the World on Fire" is well known for its animation featuring the band members turned into cartoon tavern patrons fighting against a dragon.
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Music StyleThe song, as well as the whole album, combines elements of thrash metal and melodic hard rock, showcasing the versatility of Annihilator.
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Recording Line-Up SwitchesThe song and album were recorded during a period of significant line-up changes for the band, with only Jeff Waters remaining consistent.
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Touring PartnersAround the time of the release of "Set the World on Fire," Annihilator toured with heavy metal giants Judas Priest, allowing the song and album to gain wider exposure.
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Iconic RiffThe title track, "Set the World on Fire", is known for its catchy and powerful riff, one that is often mentioned as a highlight in the discography of Annihilator.
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Re-releasesThe album "Set the World on Fire" was re-released twice – once in 1998 with three live tracks and again in 2003 in a two-disc compilation set along with the band's 1994 album, "King of the Kill."
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