I Don't Like the Drugs (But the Drugs Like Me)
Marilyn Manson
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Norm life baby "We're white and oh so hetero And our sex is missionary." Norm life baby "We're quitters and we're sober Our confessions will be televised." You and I are under dosed and we're ready to fall Raised to be stupid, taught to be nothing at all I don't like the drugs but the drugs like me I don't like the drugs, the drugs the drugs Norm life baby "Our god is white and unforgiving We're piss tested and we're praying." Norm life baby "I'm just a sample of a soul Made to look just like a human being." Norm life baby "We're rehabbed and we're ready For our fifteen minutes of shame." Norm life baby "We're talk shown and we're pointing Just like Christians at a suicide." You and I are under dosed and we're ready to fall Raised to be stupid, taught to be nothing at all I don't like the drugs but the drugs like me I don't like the drugs, the drugs the drugs "There's a hole in our soul that we fill with dope And we're feeling fine." I don't like the drugs but the drugs like me I don't like the drugs, the drugs the drugs
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Written by: BRIAN HUGH WARNER, JEORDIE WHITE, STEPHEN GREGORY BIER JR., TIMOTHY MICHAEL LINTON
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11 facts about this song
Album Release"I Don't Like the Drugs (But the Drugs Like Me)" is a song from Marilyn Manson's third studio album, "Mechanical Animals", which was released in 1998.
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ConceptThe song is a satirical take on drug use and dependency, reflecting Manson's experiences and observations of the world. Despite its title, it is not an anti-drug song.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its controversial content, the song had impressive chart performances. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs chart and reached number 15 on the Mainstream Rock chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "I Don't Like the Drugs (But the Drugs Like Me)" is a mix of live-action and animation. The video is filled with symbolic and controversial imagery, a common trait in Manson's videos.
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ProducerThe song was produced by Michael Beinhorn, a renowned producer who has worked with artists such as Soundgarden and Red Hot Chili Peppers.
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Featuring ArtistThe song features a distinctive guitar solo from Dave Navarro of Jane’s Addiction and Red Hot Chili Peppers fame.
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Critic's ReceptionCritics have praised the song for its tight instrumentation, catchy hook, and insightful lyrical content.
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Backing VocalsGospel-style backing vocals were used in the song. They were provided by the children of the band's lead guitarist at the time, Twiggy Ramirez.
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MeaningManson has explained that the song reflects on how society often uses drugs, both literal and metaphorical, to feel numb or 'happy' in a way that is often more destructive than beneficial.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been frequently performed live by the band and remains a fan favorite during Marilyn Manson concerts.
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RemixesThe song has been remixed many times, with versions by Danny Saber and Infected Mushroom among others.
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