Jekyll and Hyde
Five Finger Death Punch
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There's just so much goddamned weight on my shoulders All I'm trying to do is live my motherfucking life Supposed to be happy, but I'm only getting colder Wear a smile on my face, but there's a demon inside There's just so much goddamned weight on my shoulders All I'm trying to do is live my motherfucking life Supposed to be happy, but I'm only getting colder Wear a smile on my face, but there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, just like Jekyll and Hyde Oh, yo, yo, all this anger inside Oh, yo, yo, I feel like Jekyll and Hyde There's just so much goddamned weight on your shoulders That you can't just live your motherfucking life The story's getting old and my heart is getting colder I just wanna be Jekyll, but I'm always fighting Hyde You've got rocks in your head, I can hear them rolling 'round You can say that you're above it, but you're always falling down Is there a method to your madness, is it all about pride? Everyone I know, they've got a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, just like Jekyll and Hyde Oh, yo, yo, all this anger inside Oh, yo, yo, I feel like Jekyll and Hyde If I wasn't so deranged, could I ever face the pain? If I ever want to change, would this all remain the same? Oh, yo, yo All I'm trying to do is live my motherfucking life Oh, yo, yo Wear a smile on my face, but there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo All I'm trying to do is live my motherfucking life Oh, yo, yo Wear a smile on my face, but there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, there's a demon inside Oh, yo, yo, just like Jekyll and Hyde Oh, yo, yo, all this anger inside Oh, yo, yo, I feel like Jekyll and Hyde
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Written by: IVAN MOODY, JEREMY SPENCER, KEVIN CHURKO, THOMAS JASON GRINSTEAD, ZOLTAN BATHORY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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24 facts about this song
Song Creation"Jekyll and Hyde" is a song by American heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch. This song was released as the first single from their sixth studio album, "Got Your Six".
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics explore the internal struggle between the good and evil sides of one's personality, quite similar to the famous novella "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson.
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Band Members ContributionThe song was co-written by all the band members: Ivan Moody, Zoltan Bathory, Jeremy Spencer, Jason Hook and Chris Kael.
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Chart PerformanceIt hit #1 on the Mainstream Rock Songs chart in 2015, making it the band's fifth track to do so.
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Music VideoThe music video, released on July 2015, was assembled from real voicemail messages the band's manager left for guitarist Zoltan Bathory.
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Accidental CreationThe inception of the song was accidentally kick-started during the band's tour when their guitarist, Jason Hook, was messing around with his guitar and came up with the riff for the song.
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Awards and Recognition"Jekyll and Hyde" was nominated for the "Best Rock Song" in the 2015 Loudwire Music Awards.
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Album SuccessThe album "Got Your Six" featuring "Jekyll and Hyde" was certified Gold by RIAA in 2016, marking a successful period for the band.
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Commercial UsageThe song was also used in professional wrestling, specifically, as the entrance theme for WWE wrestler Baron Corbin in 2016.
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Song SignatureBesides its introspective and battling lyrics, the song is also known for its crushing guitar riffs which have become a signature for the band's sound.
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Live PerformancesThe song is popular in the band's live sets and it is often performed towards the end of the shows, showcasing their energetic stage presence.
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Fan AppreciationDespite its dark themes, "Jekyll and Hyde" is one of the band's most popular songs and is appreciated by fans for its relatability to personal struggles.
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Song Title"Jekyll and Hyde" is a song by the American heavy metal band, Five Finger Death Punch.
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AlbumThe song is from the band's sixth studio album titled "Got Your Six," released in 2015.
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GenreIt's an amalgamation of various sub-genres of Rock, primarily focusing on Groove Metal, Alternative Metal, and Hard Rock.
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Song ThemeThe song explores the duality of human nature, an idea originally portrayed in Robert Louis Stevenson's novel "Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde."
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Band MembersFive Finger Death Punch members, including Ivan Moody (Lead Vocals), Zoltan Bathory (Rhythm Guitar), Jeremy Spencer (Drums), Jason Hook (Lead Guitar), and Chris Kael (Bass), contributed to this song.
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Chart Performance"Jekyll and Hyde" topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart, marking it as one of the band's biggest hits.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Jekyll and Hyde" combines humorous elements with the band's intense performance.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics were reportedly made up of actual voicemail messages that the band's lead singer, Ivan Moody, left for the band's guitarist, Zoltan Bathory.
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InspirationThe song's chorus, "There’s just so much God damned weight on my shoulders / All I'm trying to do is live my motherfucking life," reportedly documents Moody's struggles with his inner demons and striving to lead a normal life amidst the pressure and fame.
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Song LengthThe song duration is approximately 3 minutes and 26 seconds.
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Live PerformancesDespite its mixed critical reception, "Jekyll and Hyde" has commonly featured in the band's live setlists due to its popularity among fans.
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Public ReceptionWhile the song received mixed reviews from critics, it was largely admired by fans for its hard-hitting lyrics and powerful instrumentals.
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