Eye for an Eye

Soulfly

About Eye for an Eye

"Eye for an Eye" is the first single by metal band Soulfly, released in 1998. The song is the first track of the debut album Soulfly. However, "Eye for an Eye" is the tenth single written by Max Cavalera overall. His last single was Sepultura's "Ratamahatta" before he left the band and formed Soulfly. It has become Soulfly's trademark song, and is used at the closing of every Soulfly show since 1998. The first Soulfly song features Fear Factory members Dino Cazares and Burton C. Bell as guests and plays fast, groovy riff lasting over 3½ minutes. 


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2013
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I am what I create 
Believing in my fate 
Integrity is my name 

All that I am doing 
Can never be ruined 
My song remains insane 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye for an eye for an eye 
F*ck 

Can't you watch my back 
Can't you let my heart 
Believe what they have fired ?

To reunite the tribe 
To find a better way 
Fucking envy changes everything 

Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye for an eye for an eye 

That's right!

(right)

I hate to borrow 
You don't understand 
Pain, hate, pain 

To born again 
Arise again 
I believe it's the only way

Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye 
Eye for an eye for an eye for an eye

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Soulfly

Soulfly is a metal band formed in 1997 based in Phoenix, Arizona. The original lyrical content revolved around spirituality and religious themes, with later albums encompassing other themes including war, violence, aggression, hatred and anger. Soulfly is led by former Sepultura frontman Max Cavalera, who formed the band after he left the Brazilian group in 1996. The band has released eight studio albums, one tour EP, several singles, and one DVD video. Their eighth album Enslaved was released on March 13, 2012. more »

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Written by: MASSIMILIANO A. CAVALERA

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Eye for an Eye" is a song by the band Soulfly that is often categorized as Nu Metal, Groove Metal, or Alternative Metal.
Album Information
This song is the first track from Soulfly's self-titled debut album, released in 1998.
Band Formation
Soulfly was formed by former Sepultura frontman Max Cavalera after he left the band in 1996. "Eye for an Eye" was one of the first songs released by this new band.
Chart Performance
"Eye for an Eye" charted at number 36 in the UK Singles Chart. In the United States, the song did not chart but was generally well received by fans and critics alike.
Guest Artists
This song is noted for featuring guest performances from Limp Bizkit's DJ Lethal and Fear Factory's Dino Cazares.
Music Video
A music video for "Eye for an Eye" was made and it aired on music networks like MTV and MuchMusic. It utilizes raw, high-energy footage from Soulfly's live shows.
Biblical Connection
The song title, "Eye for an Eye", alludes to the Old Testament law of equal retaliation, often interpreted as retributive justice.
Song Theme
The lyrics portray a theme of resistance, revolutionary fight and standing up for oneself. It is also about pursuing what one believes is fair and just.
On-stage Popularity
"Eye for an Eye" is often the closing track for Soulfly's live performances due to its energetic and powerful nature.
Legacy
The song has since become one of Soulfly's most popular songs and continues to be a fan favorite at their concerts.

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