Hell Awaits
Hell Awaits

Slayer - Hell Awaits Lyrics

Metal
Jan 11, 1993
326
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Hell Awaits Lyrics

Existing on damnation's edge
The priest had never known
To witness such a violent show
Of power overthrown

Angels fighting aimlessly
Still dying by the sword
Our legions killing all in sight
To get the one called Lord

The Gates of Hell lie waiting as you see
There's no price to pay just follow me
I can take your lost soul from the grave
Jesus knows your soul can not be saved

Crucify the so called Lord
He soon shall fall to me
Your souls are damned your God has fell
To slave for me eternally
Hell awaits

The Reaper guard's the darkened Gates
That Satan calls his home
Demons feed the furnace where
The Dead are free to roam

Lonely children of the night
There's seven ways to go
Each leading to the burning hole
The Lucifer controls

Priests of Hades seek the sacred star
Satan sees the answer lies not far
Zombies screaming souls cry out to you
Satanic laws prevail your life is through

Pray to the moon, when it is round
Death with you shall then abound
What you seek, for can't be found
In sea or sky or underground

Now I have you deep inside my everlasting grasp
The seven bloody Gates of Hell
Is where you'll live your last

Warriors from Hell's Domain
Will bring you to your Death
The flames of Hades burning strong
Your soul shall never rest

The Gates of Hell lie waiting as you see
There's no price to pay just follow me
I can take your lost soul from the grave
Jesus knows your soul can not be saved

Sacrifice the lives of all I know they soon shall die
Their souls are damned to rot in Hell
And keep the fire growing deep inside
Hell awaits

Writer(s): Jeffery John Hanneman, Kerry Ray King
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was the song 'Hell Awaits' by Slayer released?

    'Hell Awaits' was released on April 8, 1985, as part of Slayer's second studio album titled 'Hell Awaits'.

  2. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Hell Awaits'?

    The lyrics for 'Hell Awaits' were written by Jeff Hanneman and Kerry King, who were both guitarists for Slayer.

  3. What are some notable musical influences on the song 'Hell Awaits'?

    'Hell Awaits' features progressive and diverse elements influenced by Mercyful Fate. Guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman aimed to create longer and more intricate songs, reflecting their interest in the band at that time.

  4. How did the production of 'Hell Awaits' differ from Slayer's previous album?

    'Hell Awaits' had a more professional production compared to their debut album 'Show No Mercy'. This time, producer Brian Slagel financed the recording budget and hired experienced producers like Ron Fair. Drummer Dave Lombardo noted that they had a good engineer and didn't need to overdub cymbals.

  5. What unique audio effect is featured in the intro of 'Hell Awaits'?

    The intro of 'Hell Awaits' features a reversed recording of a demonic-sounding voice repeatedly saying 'Join us', which ends with the phrase 'Welcome back'.

  6. Did any other bands cover songs from the album Hell Awaits?

    'Yes, various underground metal bands have covered popular songs from Hell Awaits. For example, Cradle of Filth covered "Hell Awaits," Angelcorpse covered "Kill Again," and Six Feet Under covered "At Dawn They Sleep." These covers have appeared on tribute albums such as Slatanic Slaughter II and Gateway to Hell.'

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