Slaves & Bulldozers
Soundgarden
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Every word I said is what I mean Every word I said is what I mean Everything I gave is what I need Virgin eyes and dirty looks On what I have and why I took Counting all the hands I shook Now I know why you've been shaking Now I know why you've been shaking Now I know why you've been shaking Now I know why you've been shaking So bleed your heart out There's no more rides for free Bleed your heart out I said what's in it for me, what's in it for me Everything I've held is what I've freed Everything I've held is what I've freed Everything I've shown is what I feel Buying lies and stealing jokes And laughing every time I choke Biding all the time you took Now I know why you've been taken Now I know why you've been taken Now I know why you've been taken Now I know why you've been taken So bleed your heart out There's no more rides for free, yeah Bleed your heart out I said what's in it for me, what's in it for me What's in it for, what's in it for Every word I said is what I mean Everything I gave is what I need Everything I've held is what I've freed Everything I've shown is what I feel Virgin eyes and dirty looks On what I have and why I took Counting all the hands I shook Now I know why you've been shaking Buying lies and stealing jokes And laughing every time I choke Biding all the time you took Now I know why you've been taken (Now I know why you've been taken)
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Written by: CHRIS CORNELL, HUNTER SHEPHERD
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12 facts about this song
Album Feature"Slaves & Bulldozer" is a song from Soundgarden's third studio album, "Badmotorfinger", released in 1991.
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Song ElementsThe song has been pointed out for its slow, heavy beat and screaming vocals, displaying Soundgarden's grunge style while showing influences of heavy metal.
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Vocal StyleChris Cornell, the frontman of Soundgarden, is largely admired for his intense singing style presented in the song. His haunting, powerful voice is considered one of the main highlight of "Slaves & Bulldozers."
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances of "Slaves & Bulldozers," Chris Cornell was known to incorporate elements of the song "In My Time of Dying," an old gospel song covered by various artists including Bob Dylan and Led Zeppelin.
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Song Theme"Slaves & Bulldogs" explores the theme of emotional and existential turmoil. This theme resonates with fans and contributes to the song's overall dark and intense tone.
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Critical ReceptionThe song didn't chart or become a mainstream hit, but it has always received praise from critics and fans alike for its unique, dark sound and Cornell's stunning vocals.
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Final PerformanceInterestingly, "Slaves & Bulldozers" was the last song Chris Cornell performed live before he died, adding an eerie significance to its legacy.
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Song DurationIt is one of the longest tracks on the "Badmotorfinger" album, running for almost seven minutes.
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Band MembersThe band members who performed in this track are Chris Cornell on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Kim Thayil on lead guitar, Matt Cameron on drums and percussion, and Ben Shepherd on bass.
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Influential SongAs part of Soundgarden's repertoire, "Slaves & Bulldozers" contributed to the band's immense influence on the development of grunge music.
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Grammy AwardsAlthough "Slaves & Bulldozers" was not nominated for any Grammys, its parent album "Badmotorfinger" was nominated for Best Metal Performance in 1992.
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Chris Cornell's LyricsThe lyrics were penned by Chris Cornell. They were often seen as cryptic, adding to the depth and intrigue surrounding "Slaves & Bulldozers."
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