Everything Dies
Type O Negative
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13 facts about this song
Album Background"Everything Dies" is a song by American gothic metal band Type O Negative, from their sixth studio album "World Coming Down" which was released in September 1999.
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Writing and CompositionThe song was written by Peter Steele, the lead vocalist and bassist of Type O Negative. It is known for its dark, melancholic tone and heavy instrumentation indicative of the band's gothic metal style.
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Personal ExperiencesPeter Steele wrote "Everything Dies" during a difficult period in his life. The song reflects his feelings on mortality and the passing of loved ones.
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Numbered Track"Everything Dies" is the third track on the album. It is succeeded by "Who Will Save The Sane?" and preceded by "Everyone I Love Is Dead".
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Fan ReactionThe song is often listed by fans as one of Type O Negative's best tracks due to its introspective lyrics and haunting music.
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Live Performances"Everything Dies" was frequently played in the band's live shows. Peter Steele was known to put intense emotion into his performances of the song.
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InfluencesMusically, "Everything Dies" features influences from punk rock, doom metal, and psychedelic rock, blending them into the band's unique gothic metal sound.
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TributeAfter the death of Peter Steele in 2010, "Everything Dies" has often been seen as a fitting tribute to the late musician's life and career.
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Length of SongThe song runs for 7 minutes and 43 seconds making it one of the longer tracks on the album.
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Album Reception"World Coming Down", the album that features "Everything Dies", received generally favorable reviews from music critics. The dark, brooding atmosphere of the album was particularly praised.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Everything Dies" are considered quite bleak and nihilistic, with references to death, loss, and the inevitability of endings.
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TV AppearanceThe song made an appearance on the soundtrack for an episode of the iconic vampire series "Buffy The Vampire Slayer".
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MessageDespite the grim title and subject matter, many listeners interpret "Everything Dies" as a song about accepting the inevitability of death and appreciating life while it lasts.
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