Sweating Bullets
Megadeth
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Hello me, meet the real me And my misfit's way of life A dark black past is my Most valued possession Hindsight is always 20-20 But looking back it's still a bit fuzzy Speak of mutually assured destruction? Nice story, tell it to Reader's Digest! Feeling paranoid True enemy or false friend? Anxiety's attacking me and My air is getting thin I'm in trouble for the things I haven't got to yet I'm chomping at the bit and my Palms are getting wet, sweating bullets Hello me, it's me again You can subdue but never tame me It gives me a migraine headache Sinking down to your level Yea, just keep on thinking it's my fault And stay an inch or two outta kicking distance Mankind has got to know His limitations Feeling claustrophobic Like the walls are closing in Blood stains on my hands and I don't know where I've been I'm in trouble for the things I haven't got to yet I'm sharpening the axe and my Palms are getting wet, sweating bullets Well, me, it's nice talking to myself A credit to dementia Some day you too will know my pain And smile its blacktooth grin If the war inside my head Won't take a day off I'll be dead My icy fingers claw your back Here I come again Feeling paranoid True enemy or false friend? Anxiety's attacking me And my air is getting thin Feeling claustrophobic Like the walls are closing in Blood stains on my hands And I don't know where I've been Once you committed me Now you've acquitted me Claiming validity For your stupidity I'm chomping at the bit I'm sharpening the axe Here I come again, whoa Sweating bullets
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Written by: Dave Mustaine
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14 facts about this song
Song Creation"Sweating Bullets" is a song by American heavy metal band Megadeth. It was created and first released in 1993.
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Album ContributionThe song is part of Megadeth's fifth studio album, "Countdown to Extinction," which became the band's highest selling album.
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Song Content"Sweating Bullets" is notably characterized by its introspective lyrics that deal with themes of insanity.
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Band LineupThe lineup of Megadeth during the making of the "Countdown to Extinction" album included members Dave Mustaine (lead vocals and guitar), Marty Friedman (guitar), David Ellefson (bass), and Nick Menza (drums).
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Music VideoThe music video for the song portrays a man confined within a small cell, further echoing the song's themes of insanity and paranoia.
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Riff Style"Sweating Bullets" exhibits a characteristic Megadeth-style of intricate and complex guitar riffs, credited to guitarist Marty Friedman.
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Dave's LeadDave Mustaine, the band's frontman, wrote "Sweating Bullets." His unique vocal style is highlighted in the song, particularly in his use of spoken-word verses.
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Grammys RecognitionThe song was nominated for the Best Metal Performance category at the 36th Annual Grammy Awards in 1994. This was the second Grammy nomination for Megadeth.
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Famous QuotesOne of the well-known quotes from the song is, "Hello me, meet the real me."
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Song AnalysisSome fans and critics interpret the song as Mustaine's introspection of his own split personality and his struggles with drug addiction. However, Mustaine himself has mentioned that the song was mainly for fun and shouldn't be delved deeply into.
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Commercial Success"Sweating Bullets" peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, making it one of the band's most successful singles of the time.
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Live PerformancesThe song remains a staple in Megadeth's live performances, further cementing its status as one of the band's fan favorites.
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InfluencesMegadeth's unique style of thrash metal, showcased in "Sweating Bullets," influenced many upcoming metal bands during the 90s. Its complex song structures and aggressive speed have been widely appreciated.
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Cover VersionsThe complexities of the song have made it a favorite for metal bands to cover, showcasing their own interpretations of Megadeth's style.
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