The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Rise Up" by the artist "Yngwie Malmsteen"

The song "Rise Up" by Yngwie Malmsteen speaks about overcoming challenges and persevering on one's own path. The lyrical hero has faced darkness and evil ("I've seen the dark side"), but has not let them break him ("evil is not my friend"). He is willing to fight to the end ("die trying... keep on trying") and believes in justice ("the devil never pays").

The hero's victory is sweeter when his opponents are defeated ("delicious when you fall"). He feels bound by demons, but the time has come to break free and rise up ("demons chained me... time to rise"). The repetition of "Rise up" emphasizes the determination and thirst for struggle.

The hero recognizes his contribution to the struggle ("paid my dues") and is ready to keep fighting ("still can take some more"). He sees his path more clearly ("see the horizon... much better than before") and is willing to sacrifice everything for his goal ("blood, my sweat, my tears").

The repeating lines about the holy sacrifice and rising up underline the importance of the moment and the hero's resolve. He does not give up, but continues to move forward, carrying the burden of past experience on his shoulders, but with faith in a brighter future.