Dissident Aggressor
Judas Priest
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Grand canyons of space and time universal My mind is subjected to all Stab! Bawl! Punch! Crawl! Hooks to my brain are well in Stab! Bawl! Punch! Crawl! I know what I am, I'm Berlin Through cracked, blackened memories of unit dispersal I face the impregnable wall Stab! Bawl! Punch! Crawl! Hooks to my brain are well in Stab! Bawl! Punch! Crawl! I know what I am, I'm Berlin Exploding, reloading, this quest never ending Until I give out my last breath I'm stabbing and bawling, I'm punching and crawling Hooks to my brain are well in I'm stabbing and bawling, I'm punching and crawling I know what I am, I'm Berlin
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Written by: GLENN RAYMOND TIPTON, KENNETH DOWNING, ROB HALFORD
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Dissident Aggressor" is known for its speed metal style and was one of the earliest songs of this genre. The song is packed with a high-speed riff chorus and a mid-tempo verse part.
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Album AppearanceThe song originally appeared on the album "Sin After Sin" in 1977. It was the third album by the British heavy metal band Judas Priest.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics are about someone who is trying to escape from a totalitarian regime. The song's lyrics carry a strong theme of rebellion and defiance, echoing the band's own rebellious nature.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by American thrash metal band Slayer for their album "South of Heaven" in 1988. This cover version is also quite popular.
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Differentiation PointCompared to other Judas Priest songs, "Dissident Aggressor" stands out because of its heavy guitar work and extensive use of double bass drumming, which was quite innovative in the late '70s.
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Band MembersThe song was performed by Rob Halford (lead vocals), K. K. Downing (guitar), Ian Hill (bass), and Simon Phillips (drums). It was also co-written by Halford, Downing, and Glenn Tipton, who is another member of Judas Priest.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is considered a classic and monument in heavy metal history. It showcases the band's skill to combine melody, raw power, and speed in a single track. The song is revered for its influence on future speed and thrash metal bands.
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Live PerformancesAs a testament to its popularity among their fans, Judas Priest often performs "Dissident Aggressor" during live concerts.
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Song DurationThe song is 3 minutes and 6 seconds long, making it one of the shorter songs on the "Sin After Sin" album.
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Innovation in MusicWith "Dissident Aggressor," Judas Priest was ahead of their time in terms of the heavy metal music genre, and this song is a testament to their innovation and influence.
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