Bleed the Freak
Alice in Chains
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Release and Ranking"Bleed the Freak" is the third single from Alice in Chains' debut album "Facelift," released in 1990. Even though the song was never released as a single, it managed to reach No. 19 on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks Billboard chart in 1991.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Bleed the Freak" allegedly express frontman Layne Staley's frustration with people who tried to control or exploit him. "I could either just hide inside or step out and show them that they can't bleed the freak," Staley once said about the song.
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Role in SuccessCritically, "Bleed the Freak" frequently gets pointed out as one of the reasons the album "Facelift" became such a landmark release in establishing grunge as a commercial force.
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The Band's FavouriteThe band members of Alice in Chains have often mentioned that "Bleed the Freak" is one of their favorite songs to perform live.
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Song CompositionLike most Alice in Chains songs, "Bleed the Freak" features a unique blend of grunge, heavy metal, and hard rock, characterized by dark harmonies and haunting lyrics.
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Layne Staley's VocalsThe song is particularly notable for Layne Staley's powerful and emotional vocal performance. Critics often highlight Staley's ability to convey deep personal pain and struggle through his vocals.
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Live Performances"Bleed the Freak" continues to be part of the band's live setlist even after Staley's death in 2002, with new vocalist William DuVall performing the song.
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AccoladesUltimate Classic Rock rated "Bleed the Freak" number six on its list of the "Top 10 Alice in Chains Songs".
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Music VideoDespite not being released as a single, "Bleed the Freak" received a music video. The video, which features footage from the Alice in Chains home video, primarily consists of concert performances interspersed with random shots of things like dolls and skeletons.
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Influence"Bleed the Freak," along with other Alice in Chains songs from the era, is credited for helping shape the grunge genre through its fusion of heavy metal instrumentals and introspective lyrics.
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