Indians
Anthrax
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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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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.
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Album AssociationIt was included in the band's third studio album, "Among the Living", released in 1987.
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Song Theme"Indians" is notable for its subject matter, dealing with the mistreatment and marginalization of Native Americans.
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Popular ResponseIt's one of Anthrax's most popular songs, often played at live performances.
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Song StructureThe song features a mix of rapid-fire lyrics and thrash riffs, combined with more melodic elements, showcasing the band's versatility.
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Instrumental HighlightThe song includes a dual-guitar breakdown, often referred to as the "war dance" section, which is a clear crowd favorite at concerts.
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Band LineupWhen 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).
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Live PerformancesDuring 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.
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Music VideoAlthough the song did not chart, its music video achieved heavy rotation on MTV.
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LegacyDecades later, "Indians" remains a staple of Anthrax's live set and is regarded as one of their most enduring and respected songs.
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SongwritersAll four of the band members (Belladonna, Spitz, Ian, Bello, and Benante) at the time are credited with writing the song.
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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.
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Notable PerformancesOne 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.
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Genre Classification"Indians" is categorized as Thrash Metal, one of the more popular subgenres in Metal.
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Album ReleaseThe song is featured on Anthrax's fourth album "Among the Living", which was released in 1987.
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Band's CompositionAt 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).
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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.
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ImpactThe song became one of Anthrax's most famous tracks and is often seen as a classic in thrash metal.
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Performance TraditionIt 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.
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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.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, several bands have covered "Indians", indicating its continued relevance and impact in the metal scene.
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Re-recordingAnthrax re-recorded the song in 2007 as a part of the expanded "Among the Living" reissue.
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Music VideoThe band's official music video for "Indians" on YouTube has over 11 million views, reflecting the song's enduring popularity.
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Guitar TuningThe 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.
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Critical AcclaimCritics 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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