Uriah Heep - Lady — In Black (videoclip)

While the song was released in 1971, it became a massive hit in Europe—particularly Germany—several years later. This late success led to the creation of promotional video content in 1977, such as their performance on the German TV show Disco .

The song tells a symbolic story of a man wandering through war-torn darkness who encounters a goddess-like figure. Uriah Heep - Lady in Black (Videoclip)

"Lady in Black" is one of Uriah Heep's most enduring and recognizable songs, often praised for its poetic narrative and haunting acoustic melody. Originally released on their 1971 album Salisbury , the song was written and sung by keyboardist Ken Hensley. Background and Meaning While the song was released in 1971, it