Guns
Green Day
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10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Guns" is a song by Green Day, taken from their eleventh studio album titled "¡Uno!", which was released in 2012.
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Theme & SignificanceThe song is believed to be a call for societal change, as it talks about the chilling reality ever-present in American society – the high number of guns and the potential implications of this gun culture.
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Lyrics InspirationBillie Joe Armstrong, lead vocalist of Green Day, acknowledged in interviews that "Guns" was a response to the controversial shooting of Trayvon Martin, a 17-year-old African American high school student who was fatally shot in Sanford, Florida.
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Musical StyleThe song deviates from the band's punk rock style, delivering a more folk and country sound. It fits into the wider theme of the album ¡Uno!, which focuses more on power pop.
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Distinguished InstrumentationIt features an acoustic guitar as the main instrument, different from the heavier emphasis on electric guitar in other Green Day songs. This contributes to its unique sound and stands out from the typical punk rock palette.
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ReceptionCriticized by some for its direct and controversial lyrics, "Guns" is often recognized for its bold confrontation of sensitive topics and its unique approach, compared to the rest of Green Day's discography.
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Song Duration"Guns" is one of the shorter songs on ¡Uno!, with a running time of just 2 minutes and 45 seconds.
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Secondary ThemesWhile primarily dealing with gun violence, the lyrics also touch on issues like racial inequality and political corruption, indicating the band's social awareness and their use of music as a platform for protest.
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Album PerformanceDespite the mixed reviews of "Guns" specifically, the album ¡Uno! became a commercial success, reaching top 10 positions in multiple countries and getting certified Platinum in Canada.
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Charity ParticipationIn a concert in 2012, Green Day dedicated the song to the victims of the Aurora, Colorado shooting, solidifying the band's stance against gun violence.
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