Machinehead

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"Machinehead" is a song by English rock band Bush, released on 9 April 1996 as the fifth and final single from their 1994 debut album, Sixteen Stone.


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Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out
Breathe in
Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out
Breathe in

Tied to a wheel fingers got to feel
Bleeding through a tar-decay smile
I spin on a whim, I slide to the right
I felt you like electric light

For our love, for our fear
For our rise against the years and years and years

Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red machinehead
Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red

And I walk from my machine
I walk from my machine

Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out
Breathe in

Deaf dumb and thirty
Starting to deserve this
Leaning on my conscience wall
Blood is like wine
Unconscious all the time
If I had it all again
I'd change it all

Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red machinehead
Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red

And I walk from my machine
I walk from my machine

Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out
Breathe in, breathe in, breathe in

Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red machinehead
Got a machinehead, it's better than the rest
Green to red

Better than the rest, better than the rest
Machinehead

And I walk from my machine
I walk from my machine

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Bush

Bush is a rock band formed in London in 1992 shortly after vocalist/guitarist Gavin Rossdale and guitarist Nigel Pulsford met. It was not long before they recruited bassist Dave Parsons, and later drummer Robin Goodridge, and started writing. Dave Parsons joined Bush shortly after leaving the band Transvision Vamp. Drummers such as Sacha Gervasi, Amir, and Spencer Cobrin had all filled in as Bush drummers before Robin Goodridge was made the permanent fit and thus completing the Bush lineup. more »

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Written by: GAVIN ROSSDALE

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13 facts about this song

Band History
"Machinehead" is a song by British rock band, Bush, which was formed in London in 1992.
Appearance
The song was featured in their debut studio album "Sixteen Stone" which was released in 1994.
Chart Performance
"Machinehead" was a significant success, reaching No. 43 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 4 on Mainstream Rock Tracks, and No. 4 on Modern Rock Tracks.
Song Composition
The song starts with an energetic guitar riff showcasing the alternative rock sound that was popular during the '90s.
Popular Culture
"Machinehead" made its way to pop culture, being included in popular films and video games like "Fear" (1996), "Rumble in the Bronx" (1995), "The Crow: City of Angels" (1996), and in the video game "Saints Row: The Third".
Accolades
In 1996, it was nominated for the Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group at the 38th Grammy Awards.
Song Length
The song has a total run time of 4 minutes and 16 seconds.
Commercial Use
It has been used by various television networks during sports events. The song is often heard during NFL games.
Video
The music video for "Machinehead" took the band to a new level of visibility. It was in heavy rotation on MTV and contributed significantly to the band's popularity.
Live Performances
"Machinehead" remains a staple at Bush concerts and is often performed as the opening or closing song.
Inspiration
Though the song's exact inspiration isn't clear, some have speculated that it's about the struggle of finding identity and purpose in life. The lyrics' open-ended nature leaves it open to interpretation.
Songwriting Credits
Gavin Rossdale, the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of Bush, wrote the lyrics to "Machinehead".
Record Label
The song was released by the bands' record label, Trauma Records, and Interscope Records.

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