What makes Fighting the World by Manowar notable?

'Fighting the World' is significant for its commercial success, reaching number 66 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the growing popularity of power metal in mainstream music. The album's themes of strength and defiance resonated with fans, further influencing the heavy metal genre and propelling Manowar into larger arenas and festivals. By the time 'Fighting the World' was released in 1987, Manowar had established themselves as prominent figures in the heavy metal scene, following their breakthrough album 'Hail to England'. This release marked their fifth studio effort and continued to solidify their reputation for theatricality and anthemic songwriting, while also embracing a more polished production style.

Who is Fighting the World for?

Fighting the World works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, epic, anthemic listening experience and motivational workout background.

How many songs are on Fighting the World?

Fighting the World has 9 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Fighting the World

Manowar · 1987

34 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · true metal

Epic power metal anthems charge through thunderous riffs and grandiose vocal performances.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
epic, anthemic listening experience
motivational workout background
short, punchy song durations

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Fighting the World' was released in 1987, Manowar had established themselves as prominent figures in the heavy metal scene, following their breakthrough album 'Hail to England'. This release marked their fifth studio effort and continued to solidify their reputation for theatricality and anthemic songwriting, while also embracing a more polished production style.
Stylistic neighbors: HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Iced Earth