Jawbreaker(Live)
Judas Priest · Sin After Sin [1977]
Peering from its coil
The poison there is coming to the boil
Ticking like a time bomb
The fuse is running short
on the verge of snapping if it's caught
And all the pressure that's been building up
For all the years it bore the load
The cracks appear, the frame starts to distort
Ready to explode -- Jawbreaker
Crouching in the corner
Wound up as a spring
Piercing eyes that flash are shimmering
Muscles are all contorted
Claws dug in the dirt
Every ounce of fiber on alert
And all the pressure that's been building up
For all the years it bore the load
The cracks appear, the frame starts to distort
Ready to explode -- Jawbreaker
And all the pressure that's been building up
For all the years it bore the load
The cracks appear, the frame starts to distort
Ready to explode -- Jawbreaker
Jawbreaker (Live)
Judas Priest's live rendition of "Jawbreaker" captures the raw intensity that defined the band's early heavy metal era. Originally appearing on the 1977 album Sin After Sin, this track showcases the group's transition toward a more aggressive, driving sound. The song features the signature dual-guitar attack and thunderous rhythm section that became hallmarks of their discography. In a live setting, the performance amplifies the track's kinetic energy, highlighting the band's ability to command a stage with powerful vocals and tight instrumentation. As a staple of their catalogue, "Jawbreaker" remains a testament to the band's enduring influence on the heavy metal genre, demonstrating their capacity to deliver high-octane rock anthems that resonate with audiences decades after their initial release.