Take My Scars

Machine Head

About Take My Scars

"Take My Scars" is a single by American heavy metal band Machine Head. There are two different versions of the single. The title track is taken from the 1997 album The More Things Change.... The song was featured on the soundtrack of the film Faust: Love Of The Damned playing a background in opening main titles credits. It is the sixth track featured on the band's live album Hellalive. The song is sung from the viewpoint of the Devil.


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2018
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It's been around for a thousand years
And it'll be here for plenty more
It is the face hidden in disgrace
That has become now an open sore

It is a false messiah 
It is the face of pain
The bringer of the bittersweet
The heretic insane

Take my scars
Through hands of God
I found a better way
To break the walls

Fed all the lies and desensitized
Taught to believe that it is the way
Taught to divide and exactly why
You'll never understand my rage

You've never had to borrow
You've never had to steal
You eat it with your silver spoon
For me it's real

Take my scars
Through hands of God
I found a better way
To break the walls

Blood and concrete
Piss and wine
Whores that f*ck
To feel divine

They'll clean their needles
In their shrine
In ignorance
It's bliss you find

Why can't you
Fuckin' open
Open up your eyes

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Machine Head

Machine Head is an American heavy metal band from Oakland, California. Formed on October 12, 1991, the group was founded by Robb Flynn and Adam Duce. There have been 4 member changes since their inception. The current lineup of the band comprises Flynn (vocals, guitar), Duce (bass), ex-Vio-Lence guitarist Phil Demmel (guitar), and Dave McClain (drums). Machine Head is one of the pioneering bands in the New Wave of American Heavy Metal. more »

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Written by: ADAM DUCE, DAVE MCCLAIN, LOGAN CONRAD MADER, ROBERT CONRAD FLYNN

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10 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Take My Scars" is a song by American heavy metal band Machine Head. They're known for their contributions to the New Wave of American Heavy Metal.
Track Details
The song is a part of the band's second studio album, "The More Things Change...," released in March 1997.
Genre
"Take My Scars" follows the band's signature groove metal style, mixing elements of heavy metal and thrash metal.
Chart Performance
Upon the album’s release, it charted at #138 on the Billboard 200.
Song Theme
The theme of the song, like much of Machine Head's music, explores darkness, pain, and personal struggle. The lyrics imply a story of bearing the burden of one's past and confronting inner demons.
Live Performances
"Take My Scars" has been a regular feature in performances at Machine Head shows around the world. It has become a fan-favorite and is cherished for its intense energy delivered during live performances.
Lineup
The lineup for the creation of the "Take My Scars" track was Robb Flynn, Logan Mader, Adam Duce, and Dave McClain.
Music Video
"Take My Scars" has an official music video directed by Thomas Mignone, released in 1997. It features energetic live performances and backstage scenes that capture the band's dynamic stage presence.
Impact
"Take My Scars" today remains one of the band's most recognized and celebrated tracks, solidifying Machine Head's reputation as one of the frontrunners in the American heavy metal scene.
Fan Interaction
Machine Head also released the official guitar tab for "Take My Scars" for fans to play along, encouraging increased fan interaction with their music.

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