Discover the story of the song > Melissa – Mercyful Fate

The protagonist is kneeling in front of an altar with Satan's cross on the wall, feeling empty. His partner Melissa has died or been taken away, and he swears revenge on the priest. He sings to Melissa, calling her the queen of the night and his light, and asks if she can hear him. He's left with nothing but memories of her, and he believes she may still be with him in spirit.