When The Sun Burns Red
Kreator · Past Life Trauma [2000]
Global warming has begun
Mother Earth is reeling
No protection from the sun
Forest fires are raging
While the rivers turn to ice
Foolish man creating
Mother Nature's cruel demise
Hailstorms, tornadoes
Cold spells, untimely frosts
Heat waves and blizzards
Global death's the cost
Faces the end of time
As we plunge headlong towards the day
Can't deny the signs
When the sun burns red
The earth will turn
From blue to gray
Winter turns to summer
Then the seasons disappear
No one needs a prophet
To explain what's all too clear
Oceans overflowing
Islands drowning everywhere
Leaders wouldn't admit it
Now they're crying in despair
Hailstorms, tornadoes
Cold spells, untimely frosts
Heat waves and blizzards
Global death's the cost
Face the end of time
As we plunge headlong towards the day
Can't deny the signs
When the sun burns red
The earth will turn
From blue to gray
Now rain shall wash away sad remains of man
Cities once so proud will crumble into sand
Buildings all collapse when all is done and said
The guilty ones will die with the innocent...
When the sun burns red
When The Sun Burns Red
When The Sun Burns Red stands as a defining track from Kreator's 2000 album Past Life Trauma, capturing the band's evolution during the turn of the millennium. This recording showcases the German thrash metal group's ability to blend aggressive riffs with a more melodic sensibility, reflecting the stylistic shifts present throughout their extensive discography. The song exemplifies the heavy, driving sound that has characterized Kreator's work for decades, maintaining the intensity fans expect while exploring darker thematic territories. As part of an era where the band refined their signature approach, the track remains a testament to their enduring influence within the metal genre. It serves as a powerful reminder of the group's capacity to deliver impactful music that resonates with both longtime supporters and new listeners discovering their catalogue.