Holy Diver
Dio · At Donington Uk: Live 1983 & 1987 [2010]
You've been down too long in the midnight sea
Oh what's becoming of me
Ride the tiger
You can see his stripes but you know he's clean
Oh don't you see what I mean
Gotta get away
Holy Diver-yeah
Shiny diamonds
Like the eyes of a cat in the black and blue
Something is coming for you
(Look out!)
Race for the morning
You can hide in the sun 'till you see the light
Oh we will pray it's all right
Gotta get away-get away
Between the velvet lies
There's a truth that's hard as steel-yeah
The vision never dies
Life's a never ending wheel
(Say!)
Holy Diver
You're the star of the masquerade
No need to look so afraid
(Jump-Jump!)
Jump on the tiger
You can feel his heart but you know he's mean
Some light can never be seen-yeah
Holy Diver
You've been down too long in the midnight sea
Oh what's becoming of me
(No-no!)
Ride the tiger
You can see his stripes but you know he's clean
Oh don't you see what I mean
Gotta get away-get away-gotta get away-get away-yeah
Holy Diver
Soul surviver
You're the man who's clean
Holy Diver
Holy Diver
You're the cat in the blue comin' after you
Holy Diver
Holy Diver-yeah-all right
Get away-get away-get away
Holy Diver
Holy Diver
Holy Diver
Holy Diver
Holy Diver stands as a cornerstone of heavy metal history, originally recorded by Ronnie James Dio for his 1983 album of the same name. The track exemplifies Dio's mastery of theatrical vocal delivery and hard rock instrumentation, blending melodic sensibilities with the aggressive power characteristic of the era. While the song achieved legendary status through its live performances and subsequent inclusion in various compilations, its impact extends far beyond its initial release. It remains a defining piece of Dio's discography, showcasing his ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations of metal fans. The recording captures the raw energy of the early 1980s rock scene, cementing Dio's reputation as a frontman capable of commanding both intimate moments and stadium-sized crowds.