Speak
Godsmack
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Free, you better love me And hide or run away From all your yesterdays Speak the truth or make your peace some other way Oh yeah, yeah I never knew but I believed that you'll trust in me Oh, well speak to me! And way beyond your controlling mind And no more believing in all your precious lies, yeah Speak the truth or make your peace some other way Oh yeah, yeah Well I never knew but I believed that you'll trust in me Oh, well speak to me! Speak the truth or make your peace some other way Oh yeah, yeah yeah yeah I never knew but I believed that you'll trust in me Oh, well speak to me! Speak the truth or make your peace some other way Oh yeah, yeah Well I never knew but I believed that you'll trust in me Oh, well speak to me! Speak the truth or make your peace some other way Oh yeah, yeah I never knew but I believed that you'll trust in me Oh, well speak to me! Speak! Speak! Speak! Speak! Speak!
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Written by: JAMES SHANNON LARKIN, ROB MERRILL, SALVATORE P. ERNA, TONY ROMBOLA
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16 facts about this song
Song Release"Speak" was released by the American rock band Godsmack on March 1, 2006.
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Album AppearanceThe song is a part of Godsmack's fourth studio album, "IV", which was released on April 25, 2006.
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Chart Success"Speak" topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and remained there for a remarkable nine weeks.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Speak" was directed by Wayne Isham, who has also worked with bands like Metallica and Bon Jovi.
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Song Genre"Speak" is recognized for its hard rock and heavy metal sound, which is very characteristic of Godsmack's style.
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Grammy NominationThe album "IV", which features "Speak", was nominated for a Grammy in the Rock Album category.
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Signature SoundThe track boasts of a powerful blend of aggressive rhythm, commanding guitar riffs, and Sully Erna's signature growl.
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Inspirational LyricsThe song encourages expression and communication, promoting the idea that everyone deserves to be heard.
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Live Performances"Speak" quickly became a staple of Godsmack's live concerts due to its energetic and powerful nature.
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Band LineupGodsmack's lineup at the time of this song's release included Sully Erna (vocals, rhythm guitar), Tony Rombola (lead guitar), Robbie Merrill (bass), and Shannon Larkin (drums).
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Collaborative Writing"Speak", like most of Godsmack's songs, was a collaborative effort within the band, with all members contributing to the writing process.
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Music InfluenceThe band's music, including "Speak", often draws on influences from Alice in Chains, Led Zeppelin, and Black Sabbath.
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Song PopularityDespite being released over a decade ago, "Speak" remains one of Godsmack's most popular and recognized tracks.
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Single Release"Speak" was the lead single released from the album "IV".
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Fondness for SongThe band has expressed their love for "Speak" in numerous interviews, stating that it represents Godsmack's musical evolution.
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Unique Music VideoThe music video for "Speak" features the band performing atop an array of towering speakers in the middle of a desert.
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