Thieves
Ministry
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Thieves, thieves and liars, murderers Hypocrites and bastards Hey thanks for nothing! Morals in the dust Two-faced bastards and syncophants No trust Thieves! liar! Inside, outside, which side, you don't know My side, your side, their side, we don't know Which side are they? which side are they? Which side of their mouth do you suppose that it came? Which side are they? which side are they? Which side of the grass is greener? Inside, outside, which side, you don't know My side, your side, their side, we don't know You're like a great big fucking gun, Just waiting to get squeezed! Breathe, forfeit erection! Toxical injection Geriatric f*ck-fest We still believe in lies Thieves! liar! Inside, outside, which side, you don't know My side, your side, their side, we don't know Who started it? who started it? Which side are they? which side are they? Which side of their mouth do you suppose that it came? Which side are they? which side are they? Which side of the grass is greener? Inside, outside, which side, you don't know My side, your side, their side, no one knows You're like a great big hit of acid, Waiting to be taken!
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER JOHN CONNELLY, PAUL BARKER, AL JOURGENSEN, KEVIN GRAHAM OGILVIE
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Thieves" is classified under Industrial Metal, a fusion genre that combines elements of heavy metal and industrial music.
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Album FactThe song is a part of Ministry's studio album called "The Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Taste." The album was released in 1989 under Sire Records.
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Song RecognitionThe song "Thieves" is one of Ministry's most recognized tracks, often played at live concerts.
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Music Video FactThe music video for "Thieves" features a chaotic montage of war clips, reflecting the song's high-intensity and anarchic feel.
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Composition InformationThe song is acclaimed for its aggressive sound and incorporates elements like heavy guitars, drum machines, distorted vocals, and electronic effects.
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Song Meaning"Thieves" provokes thought on political corruption and individual rights, reflecting Ministry's typically challenging and provocative lyrics.
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Song Popularity"Thieves" is widely considered one of the seminal songs in the industrial metal genre, helping to popularize the style in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
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Cover VersionsMany bands have covered "Thieves," including the likes of bands such as KMFDM and Sepultura, reflecting its influence in heavy music.
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Al Jourgensen's RoleAl Jourgensen, Ministry's frontman, was the primary writer and producer of the song "Thieves."
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics, owing to its innovative style and powerful, socio-political commentary.
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