Battle Hymn (Manowar song)
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"Battle Hymn" is a heavy metal song, written by the american band Manowar. The 6:56 minutes long song was included in the debut album of the band Battle Hymns in 1982. Written by Friedman/DeMaio, is considered by many heavy metal and Manowar fans as one of the band's best songs, as well as an epitome of the term "epic metal".
It is easilly recognised by its melodic intro, a characteristic refrain with the singer Eric Adams shouting the word "kill!" and its spectacular guitar solo.
The song's lyrics are influenced by mediaeval wars and describe the imaginary charge of 10 000 soldiers onto an enemy unit.
[edit] Credits
- Eric Adams - vocals
- Ross Funicello - guitar
- Joey DeMaio - bass guitar
- Donnie Hamzik - percussion