Out of the Black

Royal Blood

About Out of the Black

"Out of the Black" is a song written by Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher of British rock duo Royal Blood. The song was originally recorded by the duo for release as a single, appearing on the band's debut single of the same name, released by Black Mammoth Records on 11 November 2013. The track later appeared as the opening track on the band's debut extended play Out of the Black, and as the opening track on the band's eponymous debut studio album, Royal Blood. The track was also part of the soundtrack to the film Who Am I – No System Is Safe, as well as the video games Forza Horizon 2 and EA Sports UFC. It was also used in a featurette for the Netflix series Daredevil at the 2015 New York Comic Con. The song was also the official theme song for the 2016 professional wrestling event WWE Roadblock. This song has also been covered by Billie Marten. 


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How did it feel when it came alive and took you
Out of the black
It broke your skin and shift through
Every part of me, every part of you

You made a fool out of me
And took the skin off my back running
So don't breathe when I talk
'Cause your hand, it's broke in two

I got a gun for my mouth and a bullet with your name on it
But a trigger full of heartbeat pulling from an empty pocket

I never knew why
And you didn't care when
You closed every day
I washed away your sin

And I promised you like
You promised me
That those vows we made
We boxed them in for free

You made a fool out of me
And took the skin off my back running
So don't breathe when I talk
'Cause your hand, it's broke in two

I got a gun for my mouth and a bullet with your name on it
But a trigger full of heartbeat pulling from an empty pocket

You made a fool out of me
And took the skin off my back running
So don't breathe when I talk
'Cause your hand, it's broke in two

I got a gun for my mouth and a bullet with your name on it
But a trigger full of heartbeat pulling from an empty pocket

And it's hard, this world
Never lets you go, deals a

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Royal Blood

Royal Blood is a British rock duo consisting of vocalist and bassist Mike Kerr and drummer Ben Thatcher. Formed in 2013, they are known for their heavy sound that merges elements of garage rock, hard rock, and blues rock. The band gained popularity with their self-titled debut album in 2014, featuring hits like "Figure It Out" and "Out of the Black." Their music is characterized by powerful riffs, catchy melodies, and dynamic performances. more »

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Written by: Ben Thatcher, Michael Kerr

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Out of the Black" is the debut single by British rock band, Royal Blood. The band consists of two members, Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher.
Album Debut
The track also serves as the opening song of their self-titled debut album, "Royal Blood," which was released in August 2014.
Chart Performance
"Out of The Black" reached No. 2 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Out of the Black," which was released in 2014, presents a bizarre story involving anthropomorphized rabbits and a violent altercation.
Genre
The song is often described as a blend of garage rock and blues, demonstrating the band's heavy rock influence.
Inspiration
"Out of the Black" is influenced by various rock bands and artists, particularly Queens of the Stone Age and Jack White.
Awards
Royal Blood received the Best New Band award at the 2014 NME awards, with "Out of the Black" being a significant contributor to this recognition.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song are widely interpreted as expressing themes of struggle and desperation, though the band has never publicly clarified their meaning.
Sound
The song's unique sound, characterized by heavy bass and drums, comes from the band's use of a bass guitar and a drum set as their only instruments.
Live Performances
During live performances, "Out of The Black" is often played as the closing song, showcasing the band's energetic playing style.
Song Length
The track lasts for four minutes and sixteen seconds, making it one of the longer tracks on the album.

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