Anaesthetist
Enter Shikari
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(Anaesthetist) (Anaesthetist) Doctor, fetch the Anaesthetist (Anaesthetist) Fetch the Anaesthetist, so when I go under the knife I believe in this Fetch the Anaesthetist (Anaesthetist) Fetch the Anaesthetist, so when I go under the knife I believe You fucking spanner Just a cog in the industry, you're part blind You shared your blood from the convicted You parasite! You play god and you don't care who it affects You suck the blood of the afflicted You suck the blood of the afflicted Illness is not an indulgence which you should pay for Nor is it a crime for which you should be punished For this conviction I would endanger my health Shut it! Oi! Just 'cause you break bridges and lust for fame No you won't see us participating in that game Keep it twisted, take the success 'Cause all I really want is what's beating in your chest Doctor, fetch the Anaesthetist (Anaesthetist) Fetch the Anaesthetist, so when I go under the knife I believe in this Fetch the Anaesthetist (Anaesthetist) Fetch the Anaesthetist, so when I go under the knife I believe We drink to your health But just one thought This round's on you And every day you roll the dice We drink to your health We capitalise on your condition Bad luck, you pay the price Bad luck You pay the price Fetch the Anaesthetist (Anaesthetist) Fetch the Anaesthetist I wanna go under the knife I believe in this You sold us short You will not profit off our health Step the f*ck back
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Written by: CHRIS BATTEN, LIAM RORY CLEWLOW, ROBERT ROLFE, ROUGHTON REYNOLDS
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8 facts about this song
Musical Style and Inspiration"Anaesthetist" is often described as a hybrid of hardcore punk and electronic music, showing Enter Shikari's unique blend of styles. The song is laced with heavy guitars, explosive drumming, and synth melodies.
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Political UndertonesThis song addresses the issue of the privatization of healthcare, particularly focusing on the United Kingdom's National Health Service (NHS). The lyrics criticize politicians who aim to dismantle public healthcare. This demonstrates Enter Shikari's propensity to inject socio-political commentary into their music.
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Vocal PerformanceThe song showcases frontman Rou Reynolds’ extreme vocal range, shifting between high-energy screams and clean, melodic passages. This wide range is characteristic of the band's overall sound.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Anaesthetist" is highly stylized. Featuring a continuous shot that moves between settings and scenarios, it makes a lot of visceral and visual references to medical surgeries and procedures to complement the song’s lyrics.
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Reception and Awards"Anaesthetist" is considered one of Enter Shikari's most popular songs. It won Best Single at the 2015 Kerrang! Awards and was received well for its politically charged lyrics and strong musical composition.
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Release and Album"Anaesthetist" was released in January 2015 as the second single from Enter Shikari's fourth studio album, "The Mindsweep."
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Tour PerformanceThe song has become a staple in the band's live performances, with fans responding positively to its high-octane energy and infectious choruses.
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Remixes and AlternativesEnter Shikari also released a remix version of "Anaesthetist" as part of the "The Mindsweep: Hospitalised" album where the entire original album was remixed by different artists from London-based drum and bass record label Hospital Records.
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