American Witch
Rob Zombie
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Written by: JOHN LOWERY, ROB ZOMBIE, ROB WOLFGANG ZOMBIE, SCOTT HUMPHREY
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15 facts about this song
Release Information"American Witch" is a song released in 2006 from Rob Zombie’s third solo studio album, "Educated Horses".
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Song WriterRob Zombie, also known as Robert Bartleh Cummings, wrote the song in collaboration with Scott Humphrey and John 5.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the Salem Witch Trials. Zombie was fascinated by the trials' history and the theme of paranoia and fear that it represents.
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Album SuccessThe album "Educated Horses" from which "American Witch" comes, reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Music VideoA music video was made for "American Witch", featuring atmospheric shots of Zombie performing, along with stylized images related to witchcraft and classic horror.
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Acclaimed GuitaristThe song features the skills of guitarist John 5, a former member of Marilyn Manson's band and a well-respected player in the heavy metal community.
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Live Performances"American Witch" continues to be performed at many of Zombie’s live events, further solidifying its popularity amongst the artist’s fan base.
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Song LengthThe song is approximately 3 minutes and 56 seconds long.
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Genre"American Witch" falls under the "Heavy Metal" and "Hard Rock" genres, in the style Rob Zombie is well known for.
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Album ArtworkThe album cover for "Educated Horses", which features "American Witch", was designed by Rob Zombie himself. He's known for his experience and skills in both music and visual art, being a filmmaker too.
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Other MediaThe track has been included in various compilations and has been used in the soundtracks of several popular TV shows and movies, expanding its reach beyond Zombie’s fans.
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AwardsOn February 11, 2009, Rob Zombie’s "American Witch" earned him a nomination for Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance.
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Musical StyleThe song maintains a consistent heavy metal sound, with prominent guitar riffs and powerful drum beats.
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Notable LyricsThe lyrics are notable for conveying a theme of witchcraft with lines like, "Close your eyes and sleep, Waltzing the American Witch".
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Differs from Past WorkThe song represents a shift in Zombie's style, featuring a more experimental sound compared to his previous work, yet it still retains his vintage touch of horror themed lyrics and imagery.
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