Kreator, World Beyond (1990)

The lyrics in Kreator’s song “World Beyond” describe a trip through the gates of Hell similar to Dante and Virgil’s, according to Loudwire’s Katy Irizary.

“This cut from the German thrash legends’ 1990 album, Coma of Souls, details an excursion through the gates of hell, much like Dante and Virgil’s adventure. ‘Reach for The Reaper’s scythe / Sailing the river Styx / Watching the other side / Casting an ancient hex / Journey to the gates of Hell / Dying to break the bond / Nothing but a soul to sell / No room in satan’s pond.’”    —Katy Irizarry, “11 Metal Songs Inspired by Dante’s Inferno,” Loudwire (August 8, 2018)