HIM, an abbreviation for His Infernal Majesty, is a Finnish gothic rock band formed in 1991. The band's music blends elements of heavy metal, gothic rock, and alternative rock, creating a style they refer to as 'love metal,' characterized by heavy guitar riffs and melancholic lyrics - a term coined by their frontman, Ville Valo. Their most notable work is the song "Join Me in Death," which became a major hit, propelling them into international fame in the late 1990s. Their symbol, the Heartagram, combining a heart and a pentagram, has become an iconic representation of the band.