Supernaut
Black Sabbath
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Release and Album Information"Supernaut" is a song by the British rock band Black Sabbath. It was included in the band's fourth studio album "Black Sabbath Vol. 4," released in 1971.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song credits all four band members - Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward - as its writers. It reflects their shared creative process during the album's creation.
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Genre"Supernaut" embodies the band's signature heavy metal style. Its powerful riffs and percussive elements make it a clear example of Black Sabbath's contribution to the early development of heavy metal.
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InfluenceThe song is known for having influenced many other musicians. For instance, Frank Zappa declared "Supernaut" one of his favorite songs, and Beck has also expressed his admiration for the track.
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Remix VersionAn industrial metal band, 1000 Homo DJs, released a cover version of "Supernaut" in 1990. This was later remixed by Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails, enhancing the song's reputation in the alternative rock and heavy metal scenes.
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Drum SoloThe song is memorable for Bill Ward's drum solo, which demonstrates his skilful use of toms and cymbals. It's a demonstration of Ward's unique ability to mesh rhythmic complexity with Black Sabbath's heavy sound.
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Guitar WorkTony Iommi's guitar work in "Supernaut" has also been singled out for its powerful riffs and innovative use of the guitar in creating the heavy sound that Black Sabbath is renowned for.
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Lyric ThemesLike many Black Sabbath songs, the lyrics of "Supernaut" deal with heavy themes. In this case, the song is about overcoming barriers and reaching for the highest goals, a humanistic and hopeful message that somewhat contradicts the band's darker image.
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, "Supernaut" was not frequently performed in the band's live concerts, making the few live renditions of the song rare gems for fans.
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Critical Acclaim"Supernaut" has received a favorable response from critics. It is considered as one of the best songs from the album "Black Sabbath Vol. 4," and consistently makes its way into lists of Black Sabbath's best songs.
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