Stryper - Free

From: To Hell With the Devil

[@melodymorrell4846]

I am still listening in 2024. Styper had and still has a great ministry.

[@nelsonpatino5394]

Many years ago, God used this band . To show me the truth about Jesus Christ. And that i now had a choice. To accept Jesus as my Lord and allow Him to change my life for the better. Thanks to styper, through Jesus. I am forgiven and accepted by Him. Everyone's life has its ups and downs. But since accepting Jesus. My life has never been the same. God Bless Stryper

[@FollowerofJesusChrist858]

Hallelujah brother! Mine as well! My first girlfriend was a Christian and gave me In God We Trust and it was over for me. Even though i lived in sin for many years after that the seed was planted! PRAISE GOD FOR USING STRYPER FOR HIS GLORY! ❤

[@vinceruland9236]

They actually very much disliked the term that they were a "Christian rock band" Michael Sweet once said, "we're not a Christian rock band, we're a rock band that is christian". And I've always respected them for what they stood for!!!

[@Namjoons_wife85]

I don't know why, but I have tears falling as I listen to this band. I just discovered them and I'm trying to stay on the path of Christ, and this band now my new favorite. It amazes me that every comment here is so positive and uplifting. That says a lot about a band and the quality of it's music.

[@tmaize3401]

I took struggle. Keep the Faith. He is with you. Call out to our Lord always. Remember the parodical son.

[@SmileyFace7596]

grew up on stryper welcome to the fold. lol

[@Jguydrummer]

Very cool! They were my first concert at 12 yrs old circa 1988! Just saw them last night!

[@dianapatriciabeltrangomez5212]

​@@Jguydrummer❤😊

[@gulanhem9495]

@@Jguydrummer I saw them before you, in Sweden in June 1987. 🕶🎸🎶

[@kygillbilly]

I think Stryper belongs in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame!!!

[@toddfegley6053]

Yes Indeed Agreed 👍

[@visitargentinanow1874]

Let's make a campaign for that. Let's move the social nets!!!

[@donnierandell6077]

Absolutely they do !

[@thomaswintczak1853]

You know it excellent 👍

[@josebenavides4905]

Yes indeed! 🎶🎸🥁🎤🎵🎹

[@briancampbell1230]

Man I miss the 80's.... The concerts... The long hair... The glam.... Best memories! Stryper rocks!

[@davidhutchison8625]

Michael Sweet is one of the most underrated vocalist in that time. Michael has the clearest voice, just as Geoff Tate for Queensryche.

[@rikyrodgers]

Indeed!!! One of the greatest ones !

[@roybeck5929]

Amen

[@missykelderhouse1576]

💯🔥🙌🏻

[@commonsense5875]

I THINK STRYPER BELONGS ON THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME LIST!!

[@Samfan4Films777]

heck yeah!

[@haydenrockz2471]

Hell yeah! Stryper Always Rocked 4 Ever And Ever! Michael Sweet Has One Of Best Vocals In Christian Rock History Of The 1980s!... 🌟

[@newprobaseballneeded]

Definitely & The J. Geils Band!!!! 😍

[@haydenrockz2471]

@@newprobaseballneeded You Are So Right!!! 🌟🌟🌟

[@yolondambrowm9803]

Common Sense Exactly! They should’ve been inducted years ago. Look at the number of bands that have been inducted and shouldn’t have been.

[@xiniahernandezsolano6353]

Soy una abuelita y me gozo con mi esposo escuchandolos a todo volumen y me encanta la musica de ellos bendiciones donde esten.

[@carmenlinnea8751]

My all time favorite band since the 80’s, aired #1 videos on MTV ..life happened and now I’m 46, seeing them 6/23 in Franklin Tennessee, taking my grown son! 💛🖤 🫶❤️‍🔥🐝🤘

[@stevennadile9809]

I also believe Stryper should be in Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, they carved out their own space in our hearts. Against the odds, they still rocked it out.

[@hubertcooper1391]

One of the favorite songs of my late elder brother,it truely reminds me of him and me listening to Rock songs in our early teens years.Ahh ,so much memories.

[@seymourmscott]

I’m an atheist but I still love the music but not to many Christian bands made it like Stryper did stryper will always be my favorite

[@jessefriend4068]

Me too man, and this song slaps!

[@chadj.harwood509]

You’re free to choose what you want to Scott.

[@juanshaftpatel7488]

they made a deal withthe devil

[@Rubyyred12]

@@juanshaftpatel7488 not everyone makes a deal with the devil! They have lots of fans and know how to rock the shit out of a concert hall!!

[@patrickthisandthat]

dude they are progressive metal...other sing about dragons and other mythological beast....I have been a fan since 88 and Robert Sweet snare is freaking killer...nothing wrong with loving talent

[@raydeen1]

I'm 45 and can remember when these guys were all over MTV. Hard to believe, but MTV used to actually play videos by bands like this. Sad the state of music in 2016...

[@the-gn2zn]

I remember too. Calling On You was #1 for a month straight. Use to rush home after school to watch MTV.

[@WakeUpDead2012]

Very sad state Raydeen1. You dont even need to be able to play a musical instrument, sing or write songs to be considered a talented musician these days. Makes no sense?! I know... Pop and Hip-Hop have DESTROYED the music industry . 80's were the best

[@82394forrest]

45 here too. That was weird time with all the reborn again/ tv evangelist shit. Loved them, then hated them because of organized religion. But media fucks everything up. Great metal band period

[@bluehavencd]

It's all garbage....like today's music.

[@jamesjordan139]

Yep , I remember seeing this on MTV as well . It was heavy rotation with dancing in the dark and a few others like were not gonna take it etc

[@scottyoung6289]

One of the most underrated bands ever

[@matthewwarner2554]

I liked stryper when I was 15 and now I'm 51 and I still like stryper. They alway rocked.

[@matthewwarner2554]

What's with the comment?

[@matthewwarner2554]

@Plasma Rifle Yes they have. I was there.

[@matthewwarner2554]

@Plasma Rifle No problem brother.

[@mimimimi_2005]

Stryper has been around for like 35 years ❤

[@Racerxviper1]

Stryper was my first concert... Awesome laser show... The 80s are cherished

[@skyangel7698]

Stryper is a Great group. And I Love Stryper forever. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SuperAdrianamarie]

I met this band in 1984 they are true christian and Im happy to say that they really love the Lord they are so gifted thank you guys for the amazing music you have made for us we all really love it:)

[@scottallen653]

Adriana Ponce- Grenot Yup.Strict Christians.Uh-huh.I know a couple of women who would disagree. 😏

[@astronomy7911]

@@scottallen653 Tell us more. I want to hear

[@RussMeister70]

@@scottallen653 yup. Well EVERYONR strays lol. A friend of mine "strayed" with the drummer AND bass player. Lmal.

[@bobbert152]

When I saw them the first time in 09, we did the meet and greet package. They were so humble and seemed to care about each person in the room. Some real top notch men of the Lord

[@BillyGiles-g2j]

I'm an old drummer who remembers the best rock and roll from the 80s. Stryper rocked it. To this very day, they're still one of my favorites!!!!

[@rickgreen6358]

Bought this album on vinyl in 86, still have it, love it.Glory to God.

[@mapacheraccoon4476]

Hahaha, bought this album in cassette in 86...Still have it...

[@suede-._]

@@mapacheraccoon4476 on vinyl

[@JUW5YK]

YEAHHH !!! I am free ... Thanks Jesus .

[@erikmuniz7832]

i cant believe that this guy still sings like that after so many years, i bet when angels hear his voice they rock in heaven, god bless his voice.

[@stevemeyang2047]

Amen Hallelujah !

[@raymondbarreras8153]

Imagine , the angelic choirs of heaven singing his praises along with this beautiful voice

[@purepony]

Sing and play lead like that !!!

[@emedina73]

@@purepony A truly gifted Musician!

[@jorgerenegironsandoval4069]

Y es musica que no es de moda..sino que es permanente....aunque pase el tiempo

[@j.huffhumble4281]

The 80’s was the best !!! The stoners and partiers loved this song !!! It’s not about what color you are or where your from - if your a skilled musician you can break through and touch ANY genre 🙏🏼😃 And Stryper did just that !!!! There is no better music than 80’s music God I wish I had a time machine

[@leonfranzsantosandrade4373]

Q show sensacional Jesus amo Striper😃👏👏👏👏🇧🇷 Glória a Deus!!!👍

[@lichocamel]

Free to turn away - say goodbye Free to walk away - and deny The gift waiting for you Whispers a still small voice It's your choice - you're.. Free - Free to do what you want to Choose your own destiny Free to do what you want to Free to open up - and believe Free to only ask - and receive There's no better time than now You've got the right to choose You can't lose - you're... Free - Free to do what you want to Choose your own destiny Free to do what you want to ///

[@kobe4life1]

Unbelievably good vibes from this song. Choose life and Human kindness in these trying times.

[@davidvitullo8581]

A great song Michael Sweet has a powerful beautiful voice that touches everyone's heart around the world great song writer great guitar player. Stryper is one of the greatest underrated band of the 80s n rocking hard today.😎🤘🤘🎸🎸🎸🎸🌹🌹❤️❤️🙏🏋️🎸🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🎸🎸🌹🌲

[@jenniferbassfirstchannel]

The world needs more of this type of music no swearing no butt wiggles or disgustingly things like in today’s music and society. These songs have good lyrics and music and a good message and praise ! This is what all music artists should be doing with their music being positive things in! Sounds great 👍 👍❤❤

[@odalisgonzalez6875]

I agree

[@fernandoperez9661]

GRACIAS A DIOS POR BANDAS COMO ESTA YO SIGO BUSCANDO DE DIOS, Y LUCHANDO CON EL PECADO,,,,SIN DIOS Y SIN ELLOS, YO NO PODRIA LLEVAR UNA VIDA CRISTIANA COMO DIOS QUIERE

[@marieprovencio288]

They should be there!!!! Rock n roll hall of Fame!!!! Absolutely!!!

[@krisward7720]

I am convinced that styper is the best 80 s metal band flat out awesome harmonies.

[@jonataafonso5242]

Melhor banda de rock cristão do mundo ❤

[@trishastargirl]

I've listened to this song about 7 times now. I forgot this band could rock.

[@Dingoplexor]

Tricia Star not to sound like a simp but u r 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@alexatrianta272]

Stryper are an Amazing and Legendary Rock Band !!! ❤

[@erikmuniz199]

This is how gospel music needs to sound.

[@Horroractress]

Amen.

[@tonyab1972]

Stryper was my first concert in 1987. These guys still rock!!

[@beaulong4583]

Tonya Book 777

[@dickwankeviks4437]

I saw them with White Lion. I can remember the crowd swaying and as it swayed, we were lifted a foot off of the ground. It was the wildest thing ever.

[@CountryBoysOutdoorsLive]

I was at this one when I was 12, about 15 rows back. Charlotte, NC My first concert as well 😊

[@MH-zg5yw]

Saw them live in Buena Park California back in 85. After that they hit big. Still a fan after all these years

[@tony49055]

Thank You Michael, Robert, Oz, and Tim! You guys came out just after I received Christ and made a huge impact on my life! Your message was the simple love of Christ... again THANKS!

[@erinandcompany]

Guys, thank you SO much!My mom was trying to raise me right and I rebelled.I could trust Stryper, tho, they were metal, lol Tho my rebellion continued for quite a while, I didn't lose touch with Jesus, but I came close.You were a positive influence on me that had helped me crawl out of the pigsty and go home.I couldn't, and still can't, relate to your Ned Flanders type Christianity, but Christian metal, I could.Thanks a million!16 yrs clean&sober,& looking 4ward to a pool game w/you in Heaven!

[@mboots957]

These Guys would throw Bibles out in the crowd all the time.

[@newprobaseballneeded]

Still do bro

[@pedrocardoso5106]

No Christians...!! Of The World...!! No there is God in the Hard rock..! Lie..!

[@newprobaseballneeded]

@@pedrocardoso5106 JESUS CHRIST IS THE ROCK AND YES THERE IS!!!!!! BEWARE. EVERY KNEE SHALL BOW IN THE 2ND COMING OF CHRIST!!!!!

[@luizsampaio617]

The best song 💪👊

[@jeffnorman6489]

I got 1 given directly to me by Michael Sweet as we spoke Before a Concert in Minnesota a few yrs back..

[@chrismoody9855]

I cannot say enough about Stryper. I’ve loved this band since the beginning. They still play @ such a high level & sound better than ever. 🤘🤘

[@MrErolivei]

Melhor banda cristã de todos os tempos

[@carlosbarros9616]

Com certeza !!

[@purebostonian100proud9]

Michael Sweet's voice is bad ass nobody this day & age can sing like him!!!

[@kiss771996]

James LaBrie from Dream Theater is his disciple voice-wise range and all.

[@purebostonian100proud9]

@@kiss771996 ABSOLUTELY brother and the guy from Steal Panther now his voice is friggan amazing!!!!!

[@instintocriativo6658]

O trabalho que o stryper fez e faz pela cultura cristã é fenomenal!

[@OgramRavot21]

I love Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ & Our Heavenly Father ♡♡♡

[@johnparkhurst6641]

Recall playing this loud on my cassette recorder over and over as a kid...Nothing odd about that until once overheard my Granda quietly singing along to the chorus! Cool Grandma!

[@CaptainNicBlake]

Just saw Stryper on 7/26/22 and I loved it! These guys rock! God bless!! It’s so cool that Robert Sweet sets his drums to one side so the audience can see him play!! That was great!!

[@msouza-fu1zc]

mais anos 80 glam metal que isso impossível, AMO!!!

[@whisperingthunder2107]

One of the greatest solos ever

[@wolfnorthernspirit4714]

Unbelievable solo Michael!!!!!!!!!

[@angusorvid8840]

Michael and Oz are superb shredders.

[@JohnSmith-xd4zd]

You need to broaden your listening then. There are millions of better solos. I can play a better solo.

[@purepony]

It’s all Michael

[@jofarmo94]

I grew up my teenage years being Christian and this was the group that made me love God. Almost 20 years has past by, I’m no longer Christian but I still feel chills when I listen to this group. They are they best of the 80s

[@Uwill49]

Come back to Jesus !

[@imsupposedtobeasleeprightn9107]

​@@Uwill49I second that!

[@sergiofree777]

I NOT get tired hearing this song FOREVER !!! Let Stryper !!! 777 HUGS FROM ARGENTINA BUENOS AIRES

[@ryanflanigan6362]

Saw them live in '88. One of the best shows I've ever seen. Sounded just like the records.

[@Igna.libre27]

Tremendo haciendo historia! Aquí en el 2024 escuchando esta buena música Dios bendiga A esta Genial! Banda. 🎸🎸🎸, 🎸

[@ИринаБу-щ1и]

Обожаю Майкла, его чистый голос как вода из ручейка льётся! Прекрасные тексты песен и музыка! Нравится! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kellbell8198]

Agreed 🙏💞🙏😇🙏💞🙏 Got to witness them in Cincinnati Was blessed to witness this awesomeness 🙏😇🙏

[@playniceeatrice7334]

When i were little (19 now ) i used to listen to stryper when we drove down to germany from where i live, and still to this day i love them, love all their songs.

[@UKBornin1971]

Reminiscing about 1986 all over again🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@JUNIORKILLERROSES]

Uma das melhores músicas já feitas do universo

[@OneofMyTurns]

Robert always did have a sick ass drum setup!!!!🤘🏻

[@davidtaylor9219]

YES - I'M FREE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOD BLESS STRYPER !!! 👍

[@cognitivepawn]

One of the best guitar solos ever!

[@TimberMoto]

I remember rocking out to Stryper on my walkman back in the day. Yes kids, there were no cd's or ipods and somehow we survived. ;) Such unbelievable energy! That is the power of god!

[@StormLaker]

Heard this on SirriusXM on the "hair metal" station on my way to work this morning,, it really energized me in the spirit for the day- 1 Corinthians 10:31-33

[@roysummers503]

FREE TO JESUS CHRIST YOUR LIFE NOW JESUS IS THE LOVER OF YOUR SOUL 777 JESUS LIVES LET JESUS LIVE IN YOUR HEART FOR EVERMORE CHOOSE JESUS NOW LOVE YOU GUYS EVERYWHERE 777

[@beaulong4583]

roy summers 777

[@deadlines9331]

what the fuck

[@asneeze123]

When I was around 15 or 16 I went to Night of Joy in Orlando. Stryper was the reason to go, all three years I went. Great band that can play with vocals for days!!!! When i started listening to Stryper it was the Yellow and Black attack. That's hoiw far back I go. Love you guys....Spread the word

[@silvinagallo3978]

Argentina, yo vivo por su musica, sino no seria nada ,yo los escuchos dia a dia y m motivan ,yo los amo¡¡¡

[@raulaguilar1505]

I remember them from early 80's. They rock & have a great message.....👊

[@andyappleton3353]

Christ is Lord. Get over it...No amount of violence can deny reality. You will meet God and he is Christ. Love is God's message.

[@Christianmetalhead-zn3sw]

amen

[@bryanc1090]

Amen

[@christopherboivin1755]

+Andy Appleton ya, and throughout history the christians have never been violent sect...dont start with rhetorical, i'm a believer, just my own, like the song states...i'm free

[@andyappleton3353]

CHRISTOPHER BOIVIN And of these violent acts committed by people who say they believe in Christ, can you find the advocacy of violence anywhere in the gospels? Did Christ teach people to be violent? Perhaps you need to start reading again and judge the words...not those who've claimed to have read them too.

[@johnurey6713]

Amen I believe that as we'll..

[@jakefoxx7978]

No one shreds quite like Michael Sweet and this particular song showed it all off. However, nothing beats both Oz fox and Mike shredding in unison or when their solos are back to back guitar duels. The Rock That Makes Me Roll is a perfect example.

[@coohandlukena5033]

This is my absolute favorite number from this band, I LOVE it!

[@W103WWRW]

Stryper are Christians but alas only God is perfect. Roman:3:23 Stryper will always point you in the right direction. Jesus said "I am the Way...the Truth & The Life"

[@ИринаБу-щ1и]

Уникальный голос, классные тексты, вот что отличает эту группу от других! Любовь к создателю! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jorgerenegironsandoval4069]

Y ese mensaje claro..que a cambiado..a muchos,, exelente esta banda

[@davidachmoody9033]

Deuteronomy 30:19 says "I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life so that you and your children shall live." God wants the best for all of us, but loves enough to allow us to make our own choises.

[@donaldbathgate527]

thank you lord jesus and all glory to you and stryper!!!!!!!

[@TheEncounterGODWorshipChannel]

"By His stripes, we are healed..." Even their name was bold. So glad they were there in the 80s-90s and beyond to represent God on the world stage.

[@haydenrockz2471]

I wish mtv played music like this still,, because this rockz!!!,, 🤘🤘🤘

[@donnybarber5521]

Give Jesus and God all of the glory because they deserve it all

[@Rambo-Gaming]

I'd love it if Stryper came to Spokane. You guys are the first Christian rock band I ever listened to and now I'm into other Christian rock artists, as well.

[@jgamez5023]

These guys can jam....remember them back in the 80s

[@claytoncole7760]

One of the first concerts me and my band mates played in highschool love these guys

[@coohandluke]

My absolute favorite video and song by this band.

[@traceyfitzpatrick2163]

FAVE STRYPER TUNE !!!!! AWESOME IN CONCERT TOO . SAW EM HERE IN SHERIDAN , WYOMING A FEW YEARS AGO WITH MY 13 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER 😀 THEY STOLE THE SHOW THAT DAY !!!!! SUCH GREAT MUSIC AND MEMORIES . THANX SO MUCH FROM WYOMING 😘🌹💋

[@DrWeet-zr2cl]

I won't lie - nearly every time time the word "free" comes up in media, etc., in my head it's, "You're FREE! Free to do do what you want to. Choose your own destiny..." (in Michael's magical voice, of course)

[@kimknute6777]

I still have this on cassette To Hell with the Devil. You and Petra got me saved back in the 80s when I was in my late 20s cranking that thing up on my radio shack stereo drunk as a skunk 😊 sing-along with you guys shouting to hell with the devil. I'm 63 now and still rocking with you guys! I'm even signed up on the emails. You and Petra especially with Greg Voltz, have always been the true Christian bands and I know Petra opened the door for bands like you to come. Used to have their 8-track when they first started. You blew me away when you came out. I love the song Free. I loved your Harmony vocals with those I guess they're like minor notes which make it blend so cool. Thanks guys for everything ❤... PS I'm still cranking that cassette on my Walkman with my Beats headphones. It has a 4 band equalizer on it 😊

[@williamjamesayers7719]

Christian or not, if you're a good person then that's the important thing in life. Stryper's music will always be a part of my life. And no matter who you are and where you come from, if you enjoy Stryper's music that's the important thing.

[@MrAlienautopsy]

That Stryper TONE!!!!!! Holy Guacamole!!!!!

[@zakktheripper4life]

Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifiers, brother!! Not to forget Jackson USA Customs. The very definition of HEAVY METAL.

[@Dingoplexor]

Always reminds me of Boston

Congratulations Stryper, for your creation, for your music, for your life... God is with you...Always... Maybe #covidcia ends some day... because it born with #asteriscoinmortal...

[@purebostonian100proud9]

Saw them 3 times twice in Massachusetts once in New Hampshire they killed it!!!

[@jackteppo9633]

Induct these guys into the Rock n Roll of fame!

[@Republicansareidiots]

I've loved these guys since the first album. I'm Atheist and still think their metal is amazing!

[@jorgeldejesus8465]

Yellow and black 4 ever ...talented musicians who beat any other rock band in the 80s positive lyrics and powerful music ...Michael God bless

[@jeffnorman6489]

I LOVE these Memories!!!

[@JaredHudson7]

THIS IS AWESOME! The BEST 80's Big Hair band of all time! Twisted Sister aint got nothing on you guys! Love the Black and Yellow stripes & love how the instruments & your clothes have the black & yellow stripes. Gods gift to music is what I call you guys! Thank the good lord for you guys & your awesome music! I'm a huge fan from Alabama & I never get tired of listening to you guys, I bet you guys are a inspiration 2 all modern Christian rock bands. GOD BLESS YOU! Isaiah 53/5 is a awesome verse

[@chrisangiolillo9144]

Dial MTV #1.AND Thank you Stryper for this wonderful music.

[@pablog.m7871]

Yo esta canción la cantaba cuando tenía 2 años apenas y aún la sigo cantando esta super buena quisiera revivir esos tiempos del rock cristiano. saludos desde Colombia

[@ninasmithers1016]

This band has done more than a lot of ministers have in regards to extending God's message to people.

[@ChristCenteredMinist]

LOL... :) I remember, the "Compact Disc", was Invented in 1982 or 83 But wasn't widespread until '85 or 86. But, right or wrong, Stryper and Petra helped me cope with my Teenage years.

[@GrampaDenny74]

I first started playing drums to this song back in 1986, wow, Robert Sweet was my drum idol!!!

[@bobbert152]

I saw them back in 09 on the murder by pride tour, then saw them again the next year. Now I'll be seeing them again next month. I'm looking forward to it so much. Possibly the most underrated band of their era. Too much undeserved hate because of their incredible faith in our Lord Christ Jesus

[@ИринаБу-щ1и]

Ах, какие они молодые! Роберт ещё выглядит прилично! Как давно это было! 😢😊

[@jinukang0205]

i love Stryper....이거야...너무 좋아요.. 사랑합니다..Stryper~~~Forever~~