March of the Pigs

Nine Inch Nails

About March of the Pigs

"March of the Pigs" is a song by American industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails from their second studio album, The Downward Spiral (1994). It was released on February 25, 1994 as the album's lead single.


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Step right up, march, push
Crawl right up on your knees
Please greed feed (no time to hesitate)

I want a little bit 
I want a piece of it 
I think he's losing it
I want to watch it come down

Don't like the look of it 
Don't like the taste of it 
Don't like the smell of it
I want to watch it come down

All the pigs are all lined up
I give you all that you want
Take the skin and peel it back
Now doesn't that make you feel better?

Shove it up inside, surprise, lies
Stains like the blood on your teeth
Bite, chew, suck (away the tender parts)

I want to break it up 
I want to smash it up 
I want to f*ck it up
I want to watch it come down

Maybe afraid of it 
Let's discredit it 
Let's pick away at it
I want to watch it come down

All the pigs are all lined up
I give you all that you want
Take the skin and peel it back
Now doesn't that make you feel better?

The pigs have won tonight
Now they can all sleep soundly
And everything is all right

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Nine Inch Nails

Nine Inch Nails (abbreviated as NIN, sometimes stylized as NIИ) is an American industrial rock project, founded in 1988 by Trent Reznor in Cleveland, Ohio. As its main producer, singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist, Reznor is the only official member of Nine Inch Nails and remains solely responsible for its direction. Nine Inch Nails' music straddles a wide range of genres. After recording a new album, Reznor (until the 2009 Wave Goodbye Tour) usually assembles a live band to perform with him. The touring band features a revolving lineup that often rearranges songs to fit a live setting. On stage, Nine Inch Nails often employs visual elements to accompany performances, which frequently include light shows. more »

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Written by: Trent Reznor

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"March of the Pigs" was released on February 25, 1994 as the first single from Nine Inch Nails' second studio album, "The Downward Spiral".
Music Video
The music video for "March of the Pigs" was directed by Peter Christopherson, who has worked with other big bands like Pink Floyd and Van Halen. Famous for its single-take shooting style, the music video showcased the band's raw energy on stage.
Unique Song Structure
The song is notable for an unconventional song structure. It lacks a traditional verse-chorus structure, and instead alternates heavy, aggressive segments with a delicate piano interlude.
Chart Performance
Despite its non-traditional structure, the song reached number 59 on the Billboard Hot 100, showing Nine Inch Nails' increasing popularity in the mainstream.
Concert Staple
"March of the Pigs" has been consistently played at Nine Inch Nails concerts ever since its release. It is often used as an opening song to set the tone for the rest of the concert.
Song Interpretation
Many fans and critics have speculated about the meaning of "March of the Pigs". Some suggest the song criticizes the music industry's treatment of artists, while others believe it comments on societal and political issues.
Record Production
The song was recorded in the infamous Tate House where some of the Manson murders occurred. Lead vocalist, Trent Reznor, has acknowledged that the location's dark history contributed to the vibe and sound of the band's second studio album.
Rhythmic Oddities
In a break from standard time signatures, the song features a peculiar 29/8 time signature during its verses, making it stand out in the rock genre.
Pop Culture Reference
"March of the Pigs" has been used in popular culture, including being featured in the TV show "Beavis and Butt-Head." The characters watch the song's video, and Butt-Head declares, "These guys are weird and they rock."
Commercial Success
Despite its dark tone and aggressive sound, "March of the Pigs" was a commercial success. The single reached number one on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks, which contributed significantly to the overall success of "The Downward Spiral" album.

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