Capital G

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"Capital G" is a song by American industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails from their fifth studio album, Year Zero (2007). It was released on June 11, 2007 as a limited-edition nine-inch vinyl in the United Kingdom, serving as the album's second and final single.


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I pushed the button and elected him to office, and
He pushed the button, and he dropped the bomb
You pushed the button, and could watch it on the television
Those motherfuckers didn't last too long

I'm sick of hearing 'bout the have and have-not's
Have some personal accountability
The biggest problem with the way that we are doing things is
The more we let you have, the less that I'll be keeping for me

Well, I used to stand for something
Now I'm on my hands and knees
Turning in my god for this one
And he signs his name with a capital G

Don't give a shit about the temperature in Guatemala
Don't really see what all the fuss is about
Ain't gonna worry about no future generations
And I'm sure somebody's gonna figure it out

Don't try to tell me that some power can corrupt a person
You haven't had enough to know what it's like
You're only angry 'cause you wish you were in my position
Now nod your head because you know that I'm right, all right!

Well, I used to stand for something
But forgot what that could be
There's a lot of me inside you
Maybe you're afraid to see

Well, I used to stand for something
Now I'm on my hands and knees
Turning in my god for this one
And he signs his name with a capital G

Well, I used to stand for something
But forgot what that could be
There's a lot of me inside you
Maybe you're afraid to see

Well, I used to stand for something
Now I'm on my hands and knees
Turning in my god for this one
And he signs his name with a capital G

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Nine Inch Nails

Nine Inch Nails (abbreviated as NIN, sometimes stylized as NIИ) is an American industrial rock project, founded in 1988 by Trent Reznor in Cleveland, Ohio. As its main producer, singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist, Reznor is the only official member of Nine Inch Nails and remains solely responsible for its direction. Nine Inch Nails' music straddles a wide range of genres. After recording a new album, Reznor (until the 2009 Wave Goodbye Tour) usually assembles a live band to perform with him. The touring band features a revolving lineup that often rearranges songs to fit a live setting. On stage, Nine Inch Nails often employs visual elements to accompany performances, which frequently include light shows. more »

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Written by: Trent Reznor

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13 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Capital G" was created by the band Nine Inch Nails, an American industrial rock band founded in 1988 by lead singer, songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist Trent Reznor.
Album Feature
The song is from the band's fifth studio album, "Year Zero," which was released in 2007.
Conceptual Theme
The "Year Zero" album is a concept album that critiques the U.S. government's politics. "Capital G" is one of the most politically explicit songs in it.
Music Video
A music video was created for "Capital G", directed by Robert Hales, featuring a sampling of the imagery found on the Year Zero websites and the USB drives that were part of the album's alternate reality game marketing campaign.
Lyric Interpretations
The "G" in "Capital G" is widely interpreted by fans as standing for "Greed", although Trent Reznor has never explicitly confirmed this.
Record Label
Nine Inch Nails was with record labels TVT, Interscope, and Nothing at different times before Reznor formed his own label, Null Corporation, in 2007. "Capital G" was released under Interscope Records.
Musical Style
"Capital G" incorporates elements of electronic rock, industrial rock, and digital hardcore.
Political Criticism
The song is viewed as a commentary against the George W. Bush administration, with lyrics that suggest the government's manipulation and control over individuals.
Remixes
"Capital G" has been remixed by several artists, including Paul Epworth and Switch.
Cover Art
The cover art for the "Capital G" single, like all of the artwork related to the "Year Zero" album, was done by Rob Sheridan.
Chart Performance
The song made its way to number six on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in July 2007.
Live Performances
"Capital G" has been consistently featured in Nine Inch Nails' live sets since its creation.
Public Engagement
As a part of the album's alternate reality game, fans could find the lyrics to "Capital G" (along with all the other songs on Year Zero) on a USB drive hidden at a NIN concert venue.

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