Show Me How to Live
Audioslave
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And with the early dawn Moving right along I couldn't buy and eyeful of sleep And in the aching night under satellites I was not received Built with stolen parts A telephone in my heart Someone get me a priest To put my mind to bed This ringing in my head Is this a cure or is this a disease Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live And in the after birth On the quiet earth Let the stains remind you You thought you made a man You better think again Before my role defines you Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live And in your waiting hands I will land And roll out of my skin And in your final hours I will stand Ready to begin Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live Nail in my hand From my creator You gave me life Now show me how to live Show me how to live
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Written by: Brad Wilk, Chris Cornell, Timothy Commerford, Tom Morello
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Show Me How to Live" was initially performed by the American rock band, Audioslave. Audioslave was formed in 2001, with members including Chris Cornell of Soundgarden and three musicians from Rage Against the Machine – Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, and Brad Wilk.
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Show Me How to LiveThe song "Show Me How to Live" was included in Audioslave's eponymous debut album - "Audioslave" released in November 2002.
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Release and ReceptionThe song was released as the third single from their debut album in 2003. It was well-received by fans and critics alike, and holds a notable place in the discography for its hard rock and grunge influences.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did well in charts. In Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart, it peaked at No. 4, and it also reached No. 67 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoThe song's music video, directed by Alex and Martin, was nominated for Best Rock Video at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards. The video was inspired by the 1971 film, Vanishing Point.
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Chris Cornell’s ImpactThe late Chris Cornell, the lead singer of Audioslave, was acclaimed for his powerful, nearly four-octave vocal range, which was dramatically at play in "Show Me How to Live."
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Lyrics and ThemeThe lyrics of the song express a sense of disenchantment and search for direction, which resonated with many of their fans. The refrain, "Show me how to live" is a call for guidance and clarity.
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Live Performances"Show Me How to Live" has been performed numerous times in live concerts by Audioslave, with many of their performance earning considerable praise.
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Covers and TributesAfter Chris Cornell's death in 2017, some bands and solo artists have covered "Show Me How to Live" in tribute to him and his work with Audioslave.
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LegacyThe track continues to be highly regarded as one of Audioslave's best songs. Its impact can still be felt among rock fans and is regularly played on rock radio stations despite being released almost two decades ago.
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