100%
Sonic Youth
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I can never forget you the way you rock the girls They move a world and love you, a blast in the underworld I stick a knife in my head, thinking 'bout your eyes But now that you been shot dead, I've got a new surprise I been waitin' for you just to say He's off to check his mind But all I know is you got no money But that's got nothing to do with a good time Can you forgive the boy who, shot you in the head Or should you get a gun and go and get revenge? A 100% of my love, up to you true star It's hard to believe you took off, I always thought you'd go far But I've been around the world a million times And all you men are slime It's goin' to my head, goodbye I am dead Wastewood rockers is time for cryin', hey!
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Written by: KIM GORDON, LEE M. RANALDO, STEVEN JAY SHELLEY, THURSTON JOSEPH MOORE
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"100%" is a song by Sonic Youth, an American rock band that was formed in New York City in 1981. The band consisted of singer/guitarist Thurston Moore, bassist/singer Kim Gordon, guitarist Lee Ranaldo, and drummer Steve Shelley.
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Album InformationIt was included on Sonic Youth's seventh album, "Dirty," which released in 1992. The album was produced by Butch Vig and mixed by Andy Wallace.
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Chart Performance"100%" was the first single released from "Dirty" and it reached number four on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, making it the band's highest-charting single in their career.
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Music VideoThe music video for "100%" was directed by Tamra Davis and Spike Jonze. The video featured Jason Lee, a professional skateboarder, and future actor, prior to his mainstream popularity.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the life and tragic death of Joe Cole, a roadie for Black Flag and a good friend to the band. He was killed in an armed robbery incident.
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GenreSonic Youth has been associated with the no wave, noise rock, and alternative rock genres, all of which can be heard in "100%". The song is known for its dissonant guitar noise and its punk-inspired elements.
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Unique TuningSonic Youth is known for their use of alternate guitar tunings, and "100%" is no exception. This adds unique elements to their sonic output, helping to define their distinctive sound.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been featured in various media, including the video game 'Rock Band', as a playable track and 'Guitar Hero Live' as a part of the GHTV's Premium Shows.
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Live PerformancesDespite the album "Dirty" being somewhat polarizing among fans and critics, "100%" became a staple at Sonic Youth's live shows and is often cited as a fan favorite.
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Vinyl IssueIn a nod to the era's love for the vinyl format, "100%" was issued as a 12" and 7" single featuring exclusive live tracks.
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