Pandemonium
Killing Joke
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She talks of supernatural aeons that we'll make She says "look behind the wave of changes" feel the future taking shape I can see tomorrow I can see the world to come I can see tomorrow Hear the pandemonium I ask her of her next of kin and loved ones in her care She gestures all around her then she whispers "everywhere "There is no nuclear family required any more "My parents are the village and the village is the law" I can see tomorrow I can see the world to come I can see tomorrow Hear the pandemonium Hear the pandemonium She said "unlearn you must forget the values that you hold "Life is not longevity and beauty is the only goal" I can see tomorrow I can see the world to come I can see tomorrow Hear the pandemonium Hear the pandemonium Cymbals that crash and pipes of pan awaken from your trance There is no retribution here see how the heathen dance I can see tomorrow I can see the world to come I can see tomorrow Hear the pandemonium Hear the pandemonium The prisoner sat motionless, his cell was six by four. He walked to the horizon without walking through the door. We found ourselves converging as we walked towards the sun. Apart from all discussion, we were functioning as one. I can see tomorrow I can see the world to come I can see tomorrow Hear the pandemonium
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Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS III, JESSE WOODS JOHNSON, TERRY LEWIS, PRINCE NELSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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13 facts about this song
Song Origin"Pandemonium" is a song by the English rock band Killing Joke, which originated in 1978 and known for their influence on industrial rock and metal genres.
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Album InformationThe song is the title track from their 1994 album, also named "Pandemonium." This album represented a return to the band's earlier, more aggressive sound, and it received positive critical reviews.
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Work InspirationThe song was influenced by the years the band's vocalists, Jaz Coleman, spent in Egypt and incorporates eastern musical influences.
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Recorded in EgyptThe album including the song was partly recorded in Egypt in the Great Pyramid of Giza which is a unique aspect to this work.
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Chart Performance"Pandemonium" was officially released as a single in 1994 and reached number 28 in the UK Singles Chart, making it one of the band's highest-charting hits.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Pandemonium" features pyrotechnic images with symbols of eastern mysticism and apocalyptic visions, reflecting the band's penchant for challenging iconography.
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Collaborative WorkThe album saw Killing Joke collaborate with producer Youth, who had been one of the band's founding members. The energy between Youth and the rest of the band brought a fresh sound to their music.
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Musical StyleThe song "Pandemonium" represents Killing Joke's unique blend of post-punk, industrial, and heavy metal with a hint of electronic music.
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Song MeaningWhile the song's lyrics have not been directly explained by the band, fans speculate that it speaks of chaos, disorder, and apocalypse, themes common in Killing Joke's music.
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Legacy"Pandemonium" is known to be one of Killing Joke's most popular songs and it significantly contributed to the revitalization of their career in the mid-90s.
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Live PerformancesThe track has become a staple in Killing Joke's live performances since it was released, and fans often cite it as a highlight of their concerts.
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RelevancyThough initially released in the 90s, the song continues to remain popular in the era of streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music, signifying the timeless reach of Killing Joke's music.
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Vinyl ReleaseIn February 2022, it was announced that the 'Pandemonium' album would be reissued on vinyl for the first time since its original release, making it a prized possession for the fans of the band.
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