Halestorm vocalist/guitarist Lzzy Hale has posted a new entry in her Lady Evil online diary revealing the inspiration for the band's song "I Am The Fire", taken from their new album Into The Wild Life:

"Self-realization, is scary. Taking ownership of one’s self is hard. We can always find any and every excuse in the book to put off what we know needs to be done, or place the blame on someone else. I wrote the song 'I Am The Fire' as a reminder to myself that with every obstacle I face, the only person standing in my way is ME.

I was born with a raw, natural talent, and some obsession to fuel the fire. But I’ve had to work very hard turn that little piece of coal into a diamond. And when my diamond begins to fade every now and then, I have to make promises to myself. I promise to respect my life, and work hard to make it shine, even when doubt or procrastination creeps in.

If you read my first Tumblr Diary entry, you know that I’m facing a vocal change, which has tested my sanity, and continues to challenge me every day. Another thing you should know about me, I’m not specifically a 'naturally born' guitarist. My natural talents are rooted in melody and music yes…but I’m no Eddie, or Jimmy. I’ve had to work very hard, and continue to work everyday until my fingers are so sore…to be decent at what I do. But you know what, I do it. I get it done. I try to never let my mind get in the way of my heart, but when it does, I have to remind myself, that I am more than this. I am so much more than anyone perceives me to be, or what my asshole brain thinks I am.

No one else can make you the best version of yourself…only YOU can do that. You are the one you’ve been waiting for. Your hero has been staring at you in the mirror all along."

Halestorm's world tour in support of their new album, Into The Wild Life, kicked off on August 12th in Budapest, Hungary and ends (for the moment) on February 6th in Manchester, UK. Check out all the dates and get your tickets from HalestormRocks.com.

Thee Rock N Roll Residency were joined on stage September 1st in Nashville by Hale, who along with bandmate/Halestorm guitarist Joe Hottinger, covered classics from Black Sabbath, AC/DC, and Jefferson Starship. Video can be seen below: