No Surrender – English Lyrics

• By: Judas Priest
• Album: Firepower

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the electrifying world of Judas Priest with "No Surrender," a powerful heavy metal anthem that's more than just music—it's a declaration of unwavering spirit. Learning English through this song offers a unique opportunity to grasp powerful vocabulary related to perseverance, courage, and self-belief. Its direct and emphatic lyrics, delivered with Rob Halford's iconic vocals and classic heavy metal instrumentation, make the message clear and memorable, teaching you how to express defiance and inner strength. This track is special because it encapsulates the true essence of metal's empowering ethos, making it an inspiring and engaging way to connect with English expressions of resilience.

[English]

♪♪

♪ You know that life isn't set ♪

♪ I lead the pack I ain't no pretender ♪

♪ You give as good as you get ♪

♪ We live and die 'cause there's no surrender ♪

♪ Chasing a dream as I go higher ♪

♪ Playing it mean, my heart's on fire ♪

♪ Living my life, ain't no pretender ♪

♪ Ready to fight with no surrender ♪

♪ You know the way that I feel ♪

♪ If you're with me you better hold on tighter ♪

♪ I'm only keeping it real ♪

♪ That's who I am, I'm just a non-stop fighter ♪

♪ Chasing a dream as I go higher ♪

♪ Playing it mean, my heart's on fire ♪

♪ Living my life, ain't no pretender ♪

♪ Ready to fight with no surrender ♪

♪ Run out of road ♪

♪ The end of the days ♪

♪ Not for the weak ♪

♪ Only the brave ♪

♪♪

♪♪

♪ Chasing a dream as I go higher ♪

♪ Playing it mean, my heart's on fire ♪

♪ Living my life, ain't no pretender ♪

♪ Ready to fight with no surrender ♪

♪ I'm chasing a dream as I go higher ♪

♪ I'm playing it mean, my heart's on fire ♪

♪ I'm living my life, ain't no pretender ♪

♪ Ready to fight with no surrender ♪

♪♪

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
surrender /səˈrɛndər/ B1	verb - to stop fighting and admit defeat; to give up control of something or someone to another. noun - the act of giving up or yielding.
pretender /prɪˈtɛndər/ B2	noun - a person who claims to be something they are not; one who makes a false show of something.
chase /tʃeɪs/ A2	verb - to pursue in order to catch or catch up with; to run after someone or something.
dream /driːm/ A1	noun - a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep; an ambition or ideal.
higher /ˈhaɪər/ A2	adjective - at or to a more advanced level or greater degree; further up. adverb - to a greater height or degree.
mean /miːn/ A2	adjective - unkind, unpleasant, or bad-tempered; of poor quality or low value. (In the context of the lyrics, it implies tough, aggressive, or fierce).
fire /ˈfaɪər/ A1	noun - combustion or burning; passion, enthusiasm, or intensity.
ready /ˈrɛdi/ A1	adjective - in a suitable state for an activity or purpose; prepared.
fight /faɪt/ A2	verb - to take part in a violent struggle; to contend or struggle against. noun - a violent confrontation or struggle; a struggle to achieve or prevent something.
real /riːl/ A1	adjective - actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; authentic, genuine.
fighter /ˈfaɪtər/ B1	noun - a person who fights, especially as a sport or in the armed forces; a person who is determined to achieve something despite difficulties.
weak /wiːk/ A2	adjective - lacking strength or power; easily broken or defeated.
brave /breɪv/ A2	adjective - ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage.
pack /pæk/ B1	noun - a group of wild animals, especially wolves, hunting together; a group of people.
heart /hɑːrt/ A1	noun - a hollow muscular organ that pumps the blood through the circulatory system; the emotional or spiritual core of a person.
road /roʊd/ A1	noun - a wide way leading from one place to another, especially one with a specially prepared surface which vehicles can use; a path or course of action.
end /ɛnd/ A1	noun - the final part of something, especially a period of time, an activity, or a story; a limit or boundary.
tight /taɪt/ A2	adjective - fixed, fastened, or closed firmly; held or drawn together closely.
lead /liːd/ A2	verb - to be in charge or command of; to guide or direct.

Key Grammar Structures

• You know that life isn't set

  ➔ Present simple with 'isn't' for negation

  ➔ The phrase 'isn't set' uses the present simple tense with 'isn't' to indicate a general truth or permanent state.

• I lead the pack I ain't no pretender

  ➔ Present simple with contraction 'ain't'

  ➔ The phrase 'ain't no pretender' uses the contraction 'ain't' in the present simple tense to emphasize a strong negation.

• We live and die 'cause there's no surrender

  ➔ Present simple with contraction 'there's'

  ➔ The phrase 'there's no surrender' uses the contraction 'there's' in the present simple tense to indicate existence or availability.

• If you're with me you better hold on tighter

  ➔ Present simple with contraction 'you're'

  ➔ The phrase 'you're with me' uses the contraction 'you're' in the present simple tense to indicate a current state or condition.

• That's who I am, I'm just a non-stop fighter

  ➔ Present simple with contraction 'That's' and 'I'm'

  ➔ The phrases 'That's who I am' and 'I'm just a non-stop fighter' use contractions in the present simple tense to emphasize identity and continuous action.