Shout at the Devil

Mötley Crüe

About Shout at the Devil

"Shout at the Devil" is a song by the American heavy metal band Mötley Crüe. Written by bassist Nikki Sixx, the song is the title track of their album of the same name. The song charted at No. 30 on the U. S. Mainstream Rock chart. It was also controversial, as were many other heavy metal songs, due to allegations that it encouraged devil worship. The song was re-recorded by the band for their 1997 album, Generation Swine, titled "Shout at the Devil '97".


Year:
1991
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Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout
It shout at the devil

He's the wolf screaming lonely in the night
He's the blood stain the stage
He's the tear in your eye
Been tempted by his lie
He's the knife in your back, he's rage
He's the razor to the knife
Oh lonely is our lives
My heads spinnin' round and round
But in seasons of wither
We'll stand and deliver
Be strong and laugh and

Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil
Shout shout shout

He'll be the love in your eyes
He'll be the blood between your thighs
And then have you cry for more
He'll put your strength to the test
He'll put the thrill back in death
Sure you've heard it all before
He'll be the risk in the kiss
Might be anger on your lips
Might run scared for the door
But in seasons of wither
We'll stand and deliver
Be strong and laugh and

Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil
Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil

He's the wolf screaming lonely in the night
He's the blood stain the stage
He's the tear in your eye
Been tempted by his lie
He's the knife in your back, he's rage
He's the razor to the knife
Oh lonely is our lives
My heads spinnin' round and round
But in seasons of wither
We'll stand and deliver
Be strong and laugh and

Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil
Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil

Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil
Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil

Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil
Shout shout shout
Shout at the devil

Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout
Shout shout shout

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Mötley Crüe

Mötley Crüe is an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles, California in 1981. The group was founded by bass guitarist Nikki Sixx and drummer Tommy Lee, who were later joined by lead guitarist Mick Mars and lead singer Vince Neil. Mötley Crüe has been described through the years as the World's Most Notorious Rock Band and has sold more than 80 million album copies worldwide, including 25 million in the U.S. more »

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Written by: Nikki Sixx

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12 facts about this song

Album Fact
"Shout at the Devil" is the title track from Mötley Crüe’s second studio album, released in September 1983.
Band Member Contributions
All four members of the band - Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars, Vince Neil, and Tommy Lee - contributed to the composition of "Shout at the Devil".
Popularity Fact
"Shout at the Devil" is often regarded as Mötley Crüe's breakthrough hit, helping them gain mainstream attention.
Lyrics Interpretation
The song has often been misinterpreted as satanic, but according to band members, it's about standing up against authority or a system of control, not shouting out to the devil himself.
Billboard Chart Fact
"Shout at the Devil" was a major commercial success, pushing the album of the same name to the top ten of the Billboard 200.
Sofi Stadium Performance
In September 2021, Mötley Crüe performed "Shout at the Devil" at Sofi Stadium, their first performance since their "farewell tour" ended in December 2015.
Music Video
"Shout at the Devil" music video is set in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, showing the band members as survivors.
Award Fact
The album "Shout at the Devil" has been certified 4x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Album Art Controversy
The album featuring the song ignited controversy due its cover which featured a pentagram, further fueling accusations of the band being "satanic."
Track Composition
The track has a distinctive heavy metal sound, with powerful guitar riffs and vigorous percussion, reflecting the band's reputation for hard rock music.
Influence on Music Industry
"Shout at the Devil" has been noted as one of the songs that defined 80's glam metal and had a significant influence on the genre as a whole.
Inclusion in Other Media
The song has been included in several soundtracks, notably the videogame "Guitar Hero II", and the movies "The Dirt" and "Rock of Ages".

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