Black
Sevendust
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Voices call, they call out my name, (my name, my name) They say I'm different well I'm not the same (the same) You say you want To be like me (like me, like me) Well boy let me tell you, You didn't know what I've seen They say the devil Lives in my soul (my soul, my soul) I promise not to let him Take control I'm minding My own business I ain't doing Nothing wrong I ain't doing Nothing wrong Shadows follow So close behind me I look in the mirror I don't like what I see Oh God, Can't you help me Get out of here? (here, here) I feel like I'm living Deep in hell I'm minding My own business I ain't doing Nothing wrong (Black) I'm minding My own business I ain't doing Nothing wrong I'm minding, I'm minding my own I ain't doing Nothing wrong I ain't doing Nothing wrong Nothing wrong
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Written by: Vincent E. Hornsby, John M. Connolly, Clint Edward Lowery, La Jon Jermaine Witherspoon, Morgan J. Rose
Lyrics © GEEDUBS MUSIC
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11 facts about this song
Band Background"Black" is a song by the American rock band Sevendust, formed in 1994 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Debut SingleThe song "Black" was released as the lead single from their self-titled debut album in 1997.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached #29 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Music StyleThe song is known for its heavy metal sound with influences from alternative metal and nu metal genres.
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Controversial ThemeLyrically, "Black" deals with subjects of depression and despair, matching its aggressive, brooding musical tone.
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Music VideoThe intense music video for "Black" was directed by renowned videographer Bill Yukich.
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Connection with FansOver the years, "Black" has become a fan favorite and a staple of Sevendust's live shows.
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Band CompositionThe band Sevendust is made up of members Lajon Witherspoon, Clint Lowery, Morgan Rose, Vince Hornsby, and John Connolly.
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Performance Techniques"Black" showcases Sevendust's signature style of downtuned guitars, harmonized vocals, and powerful drumming.
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RecognitionDespite being the debut single of the band, "Black" remains one of the most recognized Sevendust songs till date.
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Album SuccessThe Sevendust debut album featuring "Black" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
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