Abuse Me
Silverchair
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Need to ask a question Calling out my name Nothing seems to bother Wish I had a clue Come on abuse me more I like it Well I don't think you like me Well I hate you as well No one seems to like you Wish I couldn't tell Come on abuse me more I like it Come on keep talking 'cause it's true Come on abuse me more I like it Come on keep talking 'cause it's true Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard, overboard Come on abuse me more I like it Come on keep talking 'cause it's true Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard Throw the sailors overboard, overboard
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Written by: DANIEL JOHNS
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12 facts about this song
Release and Ranking"Abuse Me" was released in 1997 and reached number 4 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks in the USA and number 9 in the Australian ARIA Charts.
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Song OriginDaniel Johns, the lead vocalist of Silverchair, wrote the song. It's a follow-up to the band's previous album, "Frogstomp".
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Grammy NominationThe album from which "Abuse Me" comes, "Freak Show", received a nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance at the 1997 Grammy Awards.
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Album ThemeMost songs on the "Freak Show" album, including "Abuse Me", share the central theme of youth dealing with issues such as abuse or isolation.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Abuse Me" is in a semi-animated form featuring the band, representative of Silverchair's young and unique style.
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Unique Sound"Abuse Me" is known for its distinct style, combining strong grunge influences with a more traditional alternative rock sound.
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Popular in Live Performance"Abuse Me" was well-received by fans and is typically played in concerts as a fan-favorite, despite not being one of Silverchair's biggest commercial hits.
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Record SalesThe "Freak Show" album, which includes "Abuse Me," sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide.
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InfluencesWhile the song reflects the band's alternative rock/grunge style, some critics pointed out elements that showcase the influence of 70's rock, most especially Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath.
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International Performance"Abuse Me" also made appearances in music charts worldwide, reaching the top 30 in New Zealand and Sweden and the top 40 in the UK.
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Alternate VersionAn acoustic version of "Abuse Me" was also released that highlights Daniel John's raw and passionate vocals.
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Memory LaneThe song is part of many '90s playlists and throwback lists, reminding listeners of the grunge era.
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