Sweating Bullets

Megadeth

About Sweating Bullets

"Sweating Bullets" is a song by the American heavy metal band Megadeth. It was released in 1993 as the third single from their fifth album, Countdown to Extinction. The song charted at #27 on the US Mainstream Rock chart and at #26 in the UK. It is featured in the 2009 video game Guitar Hero 5.


Year:
2008
5:27
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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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Megadeth

Megadeth is an American heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California which was formed in 1983 by Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson, after Mustaine's expulsion from Metallica. The band has since released 13 studio albums. A pioneer of the American thrash metal movement, Megadeth rose to international fame in the 1980s and was ranked as one of the "Big Four of Thrash" along with Metallica, Slayer and Anthrax, who were responsible for creating, developing and popularizing the thrash metal sub-genre. more »

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Written by: Dave Mustaine

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Song Creation
"Sweating Bullets" is a song by American heavy metal band Megadeth. It was created and first released in 1993.
Album Contribution
The song is part of Megadeth's fifth studio album, "Countdown to Extinction," which became the band's highest selling album.
Song Content
"Sweating Bullets" is notably characterized by its introspective lyrics that deal with themes of insanity.
Band Lineup
The 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).
Music Video
The music video for the song portrays a man confined within a small cell, further echoing the song's themes of insanity and paranoia.
Riff Style
"Sweating Bullets" exhibits a characteristic Megadeth-style of intricate and complex guitar riffs, credited to guitarist Marty Friedman.
Dave's Lead
Dave 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.
Grammys Recognition
The 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.
Famous Quotes
One of the well-known quotes from the song is, "Hello me, meet the real me."
Song Analysis
Some 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.
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.
Live Performances
The song remains a staple in Megadeth's live performances, further cementing its status as one of the band's fan favorites.
Influences
Megadeth'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.
Cover Versions
The 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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