Unsung

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About Unsung

"Unsung" is a single by the American alternative metal band Helmet from their 1992 album, Meantime. A music video was produced for "Unsung" and found significant airplay on MTV in the early 1990s. "Unsung" is recorded in Drop D tuning on both guitars and bass, and begins with a bass intro. Its stop-and-go dynamics and catchy rhythm made it somewhat of a flagship of the growing 1990s alternative metal scene. In 1991, a full year before the release of Meantime, Amphetamine Reptile records issued the "Unsung" 7" record (scale 41), featuring an earlier recording of the song.  


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Your contribution left unnoticed some
Association with an image
Just credit time for showing up again
Attention wandered I'm left with it

Gone by sin too slowly
Can't pass it up
Then I thought nothing is right
I turned it off

To die unsung would really bring you down
Although wet eyes would never suit you
Walk through no archetypal suicide to
Die young is far too boring these days

Your will to speak clearly
Exposed too much
Unsung once too often
Could not rub off

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Written by: Page Hamilton

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Unsung" is a song by the American alternative metal band Helmet from their second studio album, "Meantime," which was released in 1992.
Chart Performance
The song is considered a one-hit wonder as it was the band's only song to land on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it reached number 68. It also hit number 29 on the UK Singles Chart.
Influence
"Unsung" is touted as a pioneering track in the genre of alternative metal and has influenced numerous bands that followed.
Popular Soundtrack
The song is featured in several video games, including "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas," "Saints Row: The Third," and "Guitar Hero."
Resonating Lyrics
The lyrics of the song delve into themes of defying mainstream norms and societal expectations, resonating with numerous listeners.
Accolades
"Unsung" is Helmet's most popular song to date, garnering over 26 million plays on Spotify alone. It was also nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 1992 Grammy Awards.
Music Video
The music video for the song was shot in a grungy, industrial location and garnered airplay on MTV, further contributing to the song's success.
Live Performances
The song is a staple of Helmet's live performances and is often extended with a thrashing instrumental section.
Longevity
Despite being released in the early '90s, "Unsung" continues to receive radio play and maintains relevance three decades later, cementing its status as a classic track.
Vinyl Record Sales
The 7" vinyl single of "Unsung," released in 1991, has become a collectible item among fans and vinyl record collectors.

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