Night Crawler – English Lyrics

• By: Judas Priest

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the world of metal mythology with Judas Priest's 'Night Crawler'! This high-octane track is perfect for learning the vocabulary of heavy metal, from terms like 'speed metal' and 'dual-guitar attack' to understanding the dramatic, theatrical storytelling that defines the genre's best work. Its vivid, horror-inspired lyrics and Rob Halford's versatile vocal performance make it a truly special song for both language and music fans.

[English]

Howling winds keep screaming round

And the rain comes pouring down

Doors are locked and bolted now

As the thing crawls into town

Straight out of hell

One of a kind

Stalking his victim

Don't look behind you

Night crawler

Beware the beast in black

Night crawler

You know he's coming back

Night crawler

Sanctuary is being sought

Whispered prayers a last resort

Homing in its' cry distorts

Terror struck they know they're caught

Straight out of hell

One of a kind

Stalking his victim

Don't look behind you

Night crawler

Beware the beast in black

Night crawler

You know he's coming back

Night crawler

As night is falling

The end is drawing near

They'll hear

Their last rites echo on the wind

Huddled in the cellar

Fear caught in their eyes

Daring not to move or breathe

As the creature cries

Fingernails start scratching

On the outside wall

Clawing at the windows

"Come to me" it calls

Atmosphere's electric

As it now descend the stairs

Hiding in the darkness

Is so futile from its glare

Death comes in an instant

As they hoped it would

Souls ascend to heaven

While it feasts on flesh and blood

Straight out of hell

One of a kind

Stalking his victim

Don't look behind you

Night crawler

Beware the beast in black

Night crawler

You know he's coming back

Night crawler

Beware the beast in black

Night crawler

You know he's coming back

Night crawler

He's gonna get you (he's gonna get you, he's gonna get you)

Beware the beast (beware the beast, beware the beast)

Night crawler (night crawler, night crawler)

Beware the beast (beware the beast, beware the beast)

He's gonna get you (he's gonna get you, he's gonna get you)

Night crawler (night crawler, night crawler)

Beware, beware (beware the beast, beware the beast)

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
crawler /ˈkrɔːlər/ A2	noun - a person or thing that crawls
stalking /ˈstɔːkɪŋ/ B1	verb - to follow or observe someone stealthily
beware /bɪˈwɛər/ A2	verb - to be cautious of something
sanctuary /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛri/ B1	noun - a place of refuge or safety
distorts /dɪˈstɔːrts/ B2	verb - to twist or change the shape or meaning of something
terror /ˈtɛrər/ A2	noun - extreme fear
creature /ˈkriːtʃər/ A1	noun - a living being
scratching /ˈskrætʃɪŋ/ A2	verb - to rub a surface with something rough
clawing /ˈklɔːɪŋ/ A2	verb - to scratch or tear with claws
electric /ɪˈlɛktrɪk/ A2	adjective - relating to electricity
descend /dɪˈsɛnd/ B1	verb - to move downward
futile /ˈfjuːtɪl/ B2	adjective - ineffective or pointless
instant /ˈɪnstənt/ A2	noun - a very short time
ascend /əˈsɛnd/ B1	verb - to move upward
feasts /fiːsts/ A2	verb - to eat a large or special meal

Key Grammar Structures

• Howling winds keep screaming round

  ➔ Present continuous tense

  ➔ The phrase 'keep screaming' uses the present continuous tense to describe an ongoing action happening around the time of speaking.

• As the thing crawls into town

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'as'

  ➔ The phrase 'crawls into town' uses the present simple tense with 'as' to describe an action happening at the same time as another action.

• Straight out of hell

  ➔ Prepositional phrase

  ➔ The phrase 'straight out of hell' is a prepositional phrase that describes the origin or source of the subject.

• Don't look behind you

  ➔ Negative imperative

  ➔ The phrase 'Don't look behind you' is a negative imperative used to give a strong warning or advice.

• Beware the beast in black

  ➔ Imperative mood

  ➔ The phrase 'Beware the beast in black' uses the imperative mood to give a direct command or warning.

• As night is falling

  ➔ Present continuous tense with 'as'

  ➔ The phrase 'As night is falling' uses the present continuous tense with 'as' to describe an action happening at the same time as another.

• Clawing at the windows

  ➔ Present participle

  ➔ The phrase 'Clawing at the windows' uses the present participle to describe an ongoing action.

• While it feasts on flesh and blood

  ➔ Subordinate clause with 'while'

  ➔ The phrase 'While it feasts on flesh and blood' is a subordinate clause using 'while' to indicate a simultaneous action.