Zzyzx Rd.
Stone Sour
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I don't know how else to put this. It's taken me so long to do this. I'm falling asleep and I can't see straight. My muscles feel like a melee, My body's curled in a U-shape. I put on my best, but I'm still afraid. Propped up by lies and promises. Saving my place as life forgets. Maybe it's time I saw the world. I'm only here for a while. And patience is not my style, And I'm so tired that I got to go. What am I supposed to hide now? What am I supposed to do? Did you really think I wouldn't see this through? Tell me I should stick around for you. Tell me I can have it all. I'm still too tired to care and I got to go. I get to go home in one week. But I'm leaving home in three weeks. They throw me a bone just to pick me dry. I'm following suit and directions. I crawl up inside for protection. I'm told what to do and I don't know why. I'm over existing in limbo I'm over the myths and placebos I don't really mind if I just fade away I'm ready to live with my family. I'm ready to die in obscurity Cause I'm so tired that I got to go. Where am I supposed to hide now? What am I supposed to do? You still don't think I'm gonna see this through? Tell me I'm a part of history. Tell me I can have it all. I'm still too tired to care and I got to go. I'm still too tired to care and I got to go. (6x)
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Written by: Corey Taylor, James Donald Root, Josh Rand, Shawn Economaki
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Title Origins"Zzyzx Rd." is named after Zzyzx, California, a settlement originally known as Soda Springs. Zzyzx Road is a 4.5-mile-long, part paved and part dirt, rural collector road in the Mojave Desert. It runs from Interstate 15 generally south to the Zzyzx settlement.
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Band BackgroundStone Sour, the band that performs "Zzyzx Rd.", was founded in 1992 in Des Moines, Iowa. The band was formed by lead vocalist Corey Taylor, who is also known for being the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Slipknot.
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Album Information"Zzyzx Rd." is a track from Stone Sour's second studio album "Come What(ever) May" which was released in 2006. The album was certified Platinum in the United States.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Zzyzx Rd." reached number 29 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, showing its popularity among fans and listeners.
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Musical StyleStone Sour is known for their blend of heavy metal and alternative rock, and "Zzyzx Rd." is no exception. However, it is one of their softer songs, with a more piano-driven melody rather than the heavy guitar riffs that characterize much of their other work.
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Creative ProcessThe song was written by the band's front man, Corey Taylor. He has described the writing process of this song as very emotional and introspective, reflecting his struggles with alcoholism.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been covered by various artists and has appeared in multiple playlists, making it one of Stone Sour's most popular and enduring songs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Zzyzx Rd." features the band performing the song in a field and is interspersed with a storyline showing a man reflecting on his life.
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ReceptionMany music critics and fans praised "Zzyzx Rd." for its emotional depth and lyrical content. The emotive vocals by Corey Taylor have been particularly highlighted.
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Song Interpretation"Zzyzx Rd." is generally interpreted as a song about reflection and regret, with lyrics suggesting introspection and a desire to change. Given Corey Taylor's struggles with alcoholism, many fans have speculated that the song is autobiographical.
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