Indians

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About Indians

"Indians" is a single by thrash metal band Anthrax, from the album, Among the Living. It is one of Anthrax's most famous songs, appearing on their best-of albums: Return of the Killer A's, Madhouse: The Very Best of Anthrax and Anthrology: No Hit Wonders (1985–1991). It appears in Guitar Hero game Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock and as downloadable content for the Rock Band series and Rocksmith 2014.


Year:
2018
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We all see black and white
When it comes to someone else's fight
No one ever gets involved
Apathy can never solve

Forced out-brave and mighty
Stolen land-they can't fight it
Hold on-to pride and tradition
Even though they know how much their lives are really missin'
We're dissin' them

On reservations
A hopeless situation
Respect is something that you earn
Our Indian brothers' getting burned
Original American
Turned into second class citizen

Cry for the Indians
Die for the Indians
Cry for the Indians
Cry, cry, cry for the Indians

Love the land and fellow man
Peace is what we strive to have
Some folks have none of this
Hatred and prejudice

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Anthrax

Anthrax is an American thrash metal band from New York, formed in 1981 by guitarist Scott Ian and bassist Dan Lilker. The group was considered one of the leaders of the thrash metal scene during the 1980s. more »

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Written by: CHARLIE L. BENANTE, DANIEL ALAN SPITZ, FRANK JOSEPH BELLO, JOSEPH A. BELLARDINI, SCOTT IAN ROSENFELD

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25 facts about this song

Track Identity
"Indians" is a song by the American thrash metal band Anthrax.
Album Association
It was included in the band's third studio album, "Among the Living", released in 1987.
Song Theme
"Indians" is notable for its subject matter, dealing with the mistreatment and marginalization of Native Americans.
Popular Response
It's one of Anthrax's most popular songs, often played at live performances.
Song Structure
The song features a mix of rapid-fire lyrics and thrash riffs, combined with more melodic elements, showcasing the band's versatility.
Instrumental Highlight
The song includes a dual-guitar breakdown, often referred to as the "war dance" section, which is a clear crowd favorite at concerts.
Band Lineup
When recording "Indians", the band lineup consisted of Joey Belladonna (Vocals), Dan Spitz (Lead Guitar), Scott Ian (Rhythm Guitar), Frank Bello (Bass), and Charlie Benante (Drums).
Live Performances
During live performances of "Indians", band members and audience alike but notably Scott Ian, often wear traditional Native American headgear, known as a war bonnet, as a symbolic gesture.
Music Video
Although the song did not chart, its music video achieved heavy rotation on MTV.
Legacy
Decades later, "Indians" remains a staple of Anthrax's live set and is regarded as one of their most enduring and respected songs.
Songwriters
All four of the band members (Belladonna, Spitz, Ian, Bello, and Benante) at the time are credited with writing the song.
Release Information
"Indians" was released as a single but didn’t chart in the US or UK. Despite, it gained significant popularity and is considered a fan-favorite.
Notable Performances
One of the most notable performances of the song was during the "Big Four" concerts, which featured the biggest four thrash metal bands: Anthrax, Slayer, Megadeth, and Metallica.
Genre Classification
"Indians" is categorized as Thrash Metal, one of the more popular subgenres in Metal.
Album Release
The song is featured on Anthrax's fourth album "Among the Living", which was released in 1987.
Band's Composition
At the time of recording "Indians", the band consisted of Joey Belladonna (vocals), Dan Spitz (lead guitar), Scott Ian (rhythm guitar), Frank Bello (bass), and Charlie Benante (drums).
Song Theme
"Indians" is written about the mistreatment and misrepresentation of Native Americans in the USA. The lyrics highlight the injustices faced by indigenous populations.
Impact
The song became one of Anthrax's most famous tracks and is often seen as a classic in thrash metal.
Performance Tradition
It has been a mainstay in most of their live performances, with crowds usually enjoying the "war dance" moshing section in the middle of the song.
Commercial Success
"Among the Living", the album featuring "Indians", reached no.62 on the Billboard 200 chart, making it one of Anthrax's most commercially successful releases.
Cover Versions
Over the years, several bands have covered "Indians", indicating its continued relevance and impact in the metal scene.
Re-recording
Anthrax re-recorded the song in 2007 as a part of the expanded "Among the Living" reissue.
Music Video
The band's official music video for "Indians" on YouTube has over 11 million views, reflecting the song's enduring popularity.
Guitar Tuning
The song is played in E-flat tuning, which is a common tuning used in the harder genres of rock and metal to achieve a darker, heavier sound.
Critical Acclaim
Critics appreciated "Indians" for its strong anti-racist message, and it has often been cited as a song that highlights the politically engaged side of thrash metal.

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