Hail To The King
Avenged Sevenfold · Hail To The King [2013]
Save your life by keeping whispers unsaid
Children roam the streets now orphans of war
Bodies hanging in the streets to adore
Royal flames will carve the path in chaos
Bringing daylight to the night
Death is riding in the town with armor
Because they take all your rights
Hail to the king, hail to the one
Kneel to the crown, stand in the sun
Hail to the king
Blood is spilled while holding keys to the throne
Born again, but it's too late to atone
No mercy from the edge of the blade
They'll escape and learn the price to be paid
Let the water throw it's shades of red now
Arrows black out all the lights
Death is rotting in the town with armor
They've come to grant you your rights
Hail to the king, hail to the one
Kneel to the crown, stand in the sun
Hail to the king
There's a taste of fear
When the henchmen call
Iron fist to tame them
Iron fist to claim it all
Hail to the king, hail to the one
Kneel to the crown, stand in the sun
Hail to the king, hail to the one
Kneel to the crown, stand in the sun
Hail To The King
Hail To The King serves as the title track for Avenged Sevenfold's 2013 album, marking a deliberate return to the band's heavier, traditional metal roots. Following the experimental textures of their previous record, this song reestablishes the group's signature blend of hard rock and metal with a darker, more aggressive tone. The recording features the band's characteristic dual-guitar harmonies and dynamic shifts between melodic verses and powerful choruses. As a centerpiece of the album, the track highlights the group's ability to craft anthemic rock music that balances modern production with classic heavy metal influences. The song remains a staple in their live performances, showcasing the enduring energy and musical depth that define their discography during this era.