Vampires

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About Vampires

"Vampires" is a song by American rock band Godsmack. It appeared as the ninth track on the band's second studio album, Awake, in 2000. "Vampires" is a spoken word song with some dialogue from a television show named Mysterious Forces Beyond. The song received a Grammy nomination for "Best Rock Instrumental" in 2001. In 2002, Sully Erna reflected on the song's Grammy nomination: "I don't even know why we were nominated, because we were in a category with Joe Satriani and these other guys for best instrumental performance. And the instrumental that we had on our record was an accident, so that was pretty bizarre to be nominated for that."The song is written by Sully Erna and Robbie Merrill. 


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2000
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"Few creatures of the night have captured our imagination like vampires.
What explains our enduring fascination with vampires?
What is it about the vampire myth that explains our interest?
Is it the overtone of sexual lust, power and control?
Or is it a fascination with the immortality of the undead?
And what dark and hidden parts of our psyche are aroused and captivated
By the legends of the undead, by the legends of the undead,
By the legends of the undead.
The mystery of the undead will continue to fascinate the living.

Few creatures of the night have captured our imagination like vampires.
What explains our enduring fascination with vampires?

And what dark and hidden parts of our psyche are aroused and captivated
By the legends of the undead, by the legends of the undead?"

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Godsmack

Godsmack is an American heavy metal band from Lawrence, Massachusetts, formed in 1995. The band is composed of founder, frontman and songwriter Sully Erna, guitarist Tony Rombola, bassist Robbie Merrill, and drummer Shannon Larkin. Since its formation, Godsmack has released five studio albums, one EP (The Other Side), four DVDs, one compilation album (Good Times, Bad Times... Ten Years of Godsmack), and one live album (Live and Inspired). more »

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Written by: MAYA GALLUS, ROB MERRILL, SALVATORE P. ERNA, TONY ROMBOLA

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Vampires" is a track by the American rock band Godsmack from their second studio album, "Awake", which was released in 2000.
Genre Classification
This song presents elements of heavy metal, hard rock, and nu metal, with additional touches that blend acoustic and electronic elements, showing the broad and multifaceted sound of Godsmack.
Lyrics Inspiration
"Vampires" lyrics are inspired by vampirism, a popular theme in Gothic literature. The lyrics portray a dark and spooky theme echoing the haunting traits associated with vampires.
Album Success
The album "Awake", featuring the song "Vampires", was certified 2x Platinum and peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200, showing commercial success and wide reception.
Grammy Nomination
In 2001, the band received a Grammy nomination for "Best Rock Instrumental Performance" for "Vampires", acknowledging their skills and artistry.
Music Composition
Unlike many radio-friendly tracks, "Vampires" stands out for its sophisticated structure, characterized by dramatic tempo shifts and intricate instrumental sections.
Unique Sound
"Vampires" showcases a unique blend of roiling, aggressive guitars, driven drumming, and Sully Erna's fierce vocals, offering listeners a different flavor of Godsmack's music.
Live Performances
Although not released as a single, "Vampires" has been performed live several times by Godsmack, confirming its popularity among the band's fanbase.
Instrumental Version
An instrumental version of "Vampires" is also featured on the band's second EP, titled "The Other Side", which was released in 2004.
Pop Culture Reference
The song title "Vampires" and its lyrics coincide with a surge in vampire-themed media during the early 2000s, reflect its influence on pop culture.

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