Animal

Disturbed

About Animal

"The Animal" is a song by American heavy metal band Disturbed, and the third single from their fifth studio album, Asylum. It was released as a single on October 4, 2010. According to vocalist David Draiman, "The Animal" was heavily inspired by the movie The Wolfman.


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Disturbed

Disturbed is an American rock band from Chicago, Illinois. The band formed in 1996 when musicians Dan Donegan, Steve "Fuzz" Kmak, and Mike Wengren hired David Draiman as their singer. Since the band's formation, they have sold over 13 million albums worldwide, making them one of the largest grossing metal/rock bands in recent years. The band has released five studio albums, four of which have consecutively debuted at number-one on the Billboard 200. The band went into an indefinite hiatus in October 2011. more »

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Genre Classification
"Animal" is a track from the band Disturbed, known for its distinct heavy metal and hard rock style.
Album Information
This song is featured on the band's fifth studio album called "Asylum," which was released in August 2010.
Chart Performance
Although not released as a single, the "Asylum" album peaked at number 1 on the Billboard 200, making "Animal" part of a chart-topping collection.
Musical Themes
"Animal" continues Disturbed's tradition of incorporating heavy guitar riffs and powerful vocals, reflecting themes of strength and resilience.
Band Lineup
The members of Disturbed during the time of "Asylum's" release were David Draiman as lead vocalist, Dan Donegan on guitar, John Moyer on bass, and Mike Wengren on drums.
Lyrics and Interpretation
Like many Disturbed songs, "Animal" features cryptic lyrics that fans interpret in various ways. Some believe it deals with personal demons and fighting one's inner animalistic tendencies.
Music Video
There is no official music video for "Animal," a unique fact as it was common during the era for even non-single album tracks to be given a promotional video.
Live Performances
Despite being a non-single track, "Animal" has been performed live by the band on multiple occasions, showcasing its popularity among fans.
Influence and Impact
Disturbed's album "Asylum," including the track "Animal," is often cited as influential in the heavy metal genre, contributing to the 'nu metal' sound of the time.
Album Art
The album cover for "Asylum," which features the track "Animal," portrays a straitjacket - an apt symbol for its overarching theme of mental turmoil and battles against darker instincts.

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