Toxicity
System of a Down
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Conversion, software version 7.0 Looking at life through the eyes of a tired hub Eating seeds as a pastime activity The toxicity of our city, our city You, what do you own the world? How do you own disorder, disorder Now somewhere between the sacred silence Sacred silence and sleep Somewhere, between the sacred silence and sleep Disorder, disorder, disorder More wood for the fires, loud neighbors Flashlight reveries caught in the headlights of a truck Eating seeds as a pastime activity The toxicity of our city, of our city Now, what do you own the world? How do you own disorder, disorder Now somewhere between the sacred silence Sacred silence and sleep Somewhere between the sacred silence and sleep Disorder, disorder, disorder Now, what do you own the world? How do you own disorder, disorder Now somewhere between the sacred silence Sacred silence and sleep Somewhere, between the sacred silence and sleep Disorder, disorder, disorder When I became the sun I shone life into the man's hearts When I became the sun I shone life into the man's hearts
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Written by: Serj Tankian, Daron V. Malakian, Shavo Odajian, John Dolmayan
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14 facts about this song
Song Meaning"Toxicity" is often interpreted as a commentary about the harsh and hazardous environment created by modern society.
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AchievementsThe song hit number 1 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart in 2002, solidifying "System of a Down’s" success in the music industry.
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AccoladesAt the 44th Grammy Awards, "Toxicity" was nominated for Best Hard Rock Performance.
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Album ImpactThe song is the title track and a single from the band's highly acclaimed second album, which has been certified multi-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America and sold over 12 million copies worldwide.
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Music VideoThe video for "Toxicity" won the Best Video of the Year award at the 2002 MTV Europe Music Awards.
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Noteworthy MomentsThe song is memorable for its dramatic changes in tempo and its heavy use of various percussive instruments.
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Creative ProcessIn an interview, band member Serj Tankian revealed that the lyrics of "Toxicity" were taken from a collection of poems he had written.
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Pop Culture Involvement"Toxicity" is frequently used in films and video games, including the popular 2002 skating video game, "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4."
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists, including Avril Lavigne and Scala & Kolacny Brothers, have performed their own versions of "Toxicity."
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Critical AcclaimRolling Stone Magazine placed "Toxicity" in its list of the "100 Greatest Metal Songs of All Time."
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InfluenceThe album "Toxicity," along with its title track, is often credited with establishing "System of a Down" as one of the leading bands in new-metal genre.
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Live PerformancesDespite being released in 2001, "Toxicity" remains a staple in "System of a Down’s" live performances and is often played as the closing number.
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Song Structure"Toxicity" is known for its unconventional structure, combining elements of alternative, heavy metal, and progressive rock music.
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Social CommentaryThe song includes subtle references to various social and political issues, including drug addiction and war, reflecting the band's own political views.
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