Grind

Alice in Chains

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"Grind" is a song by American rock band Alice in Chains. It is the opening track and the lead single from their third studio album, Alice in Chains (1995). The song was written by Jerry Cantrell, who also sings lead vocals with Layne Staley harmonizing with him. "Grind" spent 16 weeks on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and peaked at No. 7. The song was included on the compilation albums Nothing Safe: Best of the Box (1999), Music Bank (1999), Greatest Hits (2001), and The Essential Alice in Chains (2006). "Grind" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1996. 


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1995
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In the darkest hole, you'd be well advised
Not to plan my funeral 'fore the body dies, yeah
Come the morning light, it's a see through show
What you may have heard and what you think you know, yeah

Let the sun never blind your eyes
Let me sleep so my teeth won't grind
Hear a sound from a voice inside

Sure to play a part, so you love the game
And in truth your lies become one and same, yeah
I could set you free, rather hear the sound
Of your body breaking as I take you down, yeah

Let the sun never blind your eyes
Let me sleep so my teeth won't grind
Hear a sound from a voice inside

In the darkest hole, you'd be well advised
Not to plan my funeral 'fore the body dies, yeah

Let the sun never blind your eyes
Let me sleep so my teeth won't grind
Hear a sound from a voice inside

Let the sun never blind your eyes
Let me sleep so my teeth won't grind
Hear a sound from a voice inside

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Alice in Chains

Alice in Chains is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1987 by guitarist and songwriter Jerry Cantrell and original lead vocalist Layne Staley. The initial lineup was rounded out by drummer Sean Kinney, and bassist Mike Starr (who was replaced in 1993 by Mike Inez). more »

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Written by: Jerry Cantrell

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Grind" is a song by American rock band Alice in Chains.
Album Information
It is the opening track and the lead single from their third studio album, "Alice in Chains" (1995).
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and No. 18 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Award Nomination
"Grind" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 1996.
Composition
The song is known for its distinctive dual-vocal style of both Layne Staley and Jerry Cantrell, as well as its hard, grinding riff characteristic of the band's signature sound.
Music Video Director
The music video was directed by Rocky Schenck, who had previously directed the music video for "We Die Young".
Demo Version
Before being included in the self-titled album, "Grind" was originally released as part of a promotional CD known as "The Nona Tapes".
Song Theme
According to guitarist Jerry Cantrell, the song is about the various rumors that were circulating about the band at the time.
Song Length
The running time of "Grind" is 4 minutes and 45 seconds.
Popular Culture Reference
The song has been featured and played in episodes of the animated television show "Beavis and Butt-Head".
Live Performances
"Grind" has been frequently featured in Alice in Chains' live performances, including their performance on the David Letterman show in 1995.
Legacy
Despite the band's turbulent history, "Grind" remains one of Alice in Chains' most well-known and musically influential songs.

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