Clincher

Chevelle

About Clincher

"The Clincher" is the second single from Chevelle's third album This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In). The song is about claustrophobia, as confirmed by Sam Loeffler. Despite this, many people still mistakenly infer that the song is the band's take on The Passion of Christ, due to lyrics like "helped to nail down" which refers to the crucifixion. The song appears on the soundtrack to the video games Madden NFL 2005 and Guitar Hero Live.


Year:
2004
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Touch
I'll stand for nothing less
Or never stand again
These are the limits when one's buried

This body's left the soul
Could we have known
Never would I, helped to nail down
Careful of drifting off

Now losing taste and touch
Turning a pale blue leaning in to say
This body's left the soul
The brain needs oxygen

Can't sneak around this bait
His catacomb has got me by the chin
This body's left the soul

Could we have known
Never would I, helped to nail down
With nothing to gain
Here's the clincher, this should be you

Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
And touch

Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
The earth

Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
The earth

Could we have known
Never would I, helped to nail down
With nothing to gain
Here's the clincher, this should be you

This happened to be never changing
Holding inside,
The phobia made cold and crippled, ending it all

Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate
The earth

Now saturate
Now saturate
Now saturate

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Chevelle

Chevelle is an American alternative metal band that formed in 1995 in Grayslake, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. The band was originally composed of two brothers: Pete Loeffler (lead vocals/guitar), Sam Loeffler (drums/percussion) and Matt Scott (bass/backing vocals). Scott was later replaced by brother Joe Loeffler. When Joe left the band in 2005, Geno Lenardo subbed-in as the bassist until he was replaced by Pete and Sam's brother-in-law, Dean Bernardini. more »

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Written by: JOSEPH LOEFFLER, PETER LOEFFLER, SAMUEL LOEFFLER

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15 facts about this song

Album Information
The song "Clincher" is from Chevelle's third studio album "This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In)" released in 2004.
Chart Performance
"The Clincher" achieved substantial commercial success in the United States, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Track chart.
Music Genre
This song falls under the genre of alternative metal and post-grunge.
Theme
The song explores feelings of frustration and the struggle of enduring painful experiences, which is a common theme in Chevelle's music.
Lyrics Composition
Pete Loeffler, the lead vocalist and the main songwriter of the band, wrote the lyrics for "The Clincher".
High Stream Count
"The Clincher" is among Chevelle's popular hits and has millions of streams on various online music platforms.
Music Video
The music video for "The Clincher" was directed by Nathan Cox, who has worked with other notable bands such as Linkin Park and Queens of the Stone Age.
Live Performance
The song is a staple of Chevelle's live performances, and the band is known to play it at most of their concerts.
Band Members
The song was performed by the three members of the band - Pete Loeffler, Sam Loeffler, and Dean Bernardini.
Reception
"The Clincher" garnered positive responses from critics and fans alike, further establishing Chevelle's reputation as a hard-hitting alternative metal band.
Backstory
Reportedly, the song's title "The Clincher" refers to the feeling of being in a stressful, pressured situation and needing an escape.
Cover Art
The album cover for "This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In)" where "The Clincher" appears, features a stylized human heart, hinting at the emotionally charged content of the song.
Personal Connection
As with many of Chevelle's songs, the lyrics of "The Clincher" probably reflect personal experiences of the band members, making it a raw and honest piece.
Usage in Media
"The Clincher" has been used in several media platforms, including as background music in video games and sports events.
Musicianship
The song is known for its heavy guitar riffs, hard-hitting drums, and powerful vocals, showcasing the band member's musicianship.

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