Poison

The Prodigy

About Poison

"Poison" is a song by English electronic music group the Prodigy, released on 6 March 1995 as the fourth and final single from their second studio album, Music for the Jilted Generation (1994). Maxim Reality sings on this track.


Year:
2005
4:01
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Hello, yea, hold a sec. Liam there's someone on the phone for you. 
Oh, f*ck's sake, trying to write this fucking tune, man. 

Yeah! 
Yeah! 
Yeah!

Yeah! Yeah! Boom! Yeah! Yeah! Bah! 
Yeah! Yeah! Boom! Yeah! Yeah! Bah!

I got the poison. I got the poison. 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah!

Yeah!

I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pressure the pressure. 
Yeah! Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah!

The pressure, I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, 
rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
Yeah! 
I got the poison, I got the poison 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah! 
Boom! Bah!

I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 
I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the pulsating, rhythmical remedy. 

I got the poison I got the remedy, I got the poison, I got the poison, I got 
the poison. 
Boom! Bah!

Yeah! 
Boom! Bah!

Yeah! 
Yeah! 
Yeah!

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The Prodigy

The Prodigy are an English electronic dance music group formed by Liam Howlett in 1990 in Braintree, Essex, England. Along with Fatboy Slim, the Chemical Brothers, and other acts, The Prodigy have been credited as pioneers of the big beat genre, which achieved mainstream popularity in the 1990s and 2000s. They have sold over 25 million records worldwide. The group has won numerous music awards throughout their career, including two Brit Awards—winning Best British Dance Act twice, three MTV Video Music Awards, two Kerrang! Awards, five MTV Europe Music Awards, and have twice been nominated for Grammy Awards. more »

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Written by: H. PALMER, L. HOWLETT

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10 facts about this song

Song Production
"Poison" is a song by the British music group, The Prodigy. It was produced by group member Liam Howlett.
Release Information
The song was released as a single on 6th March 1995. It is also a part of their second studio album, "Music for the Jilted Generation."
Genre and Style
The song is generally classified under the genre of electronica, breakbeat hardcore, and big beat. It's well-known for its aggressive sound and fusion of techno, rave and industrial styles.
Chart Performance
"Poison" peaked at number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. Despite not achieving a top ten spot, it still maintained a significant impact.
Video Direction
The music video for "Poison" was directed by Walter Stern, who worked with the band on several of their other videos. This collaboration led to some of the most distinctive music videos of the 1990s.
Live Performance
The track is a fan-favourite and often included in their live performances. In most cases, MC Maxim Reality assumes the vocal duties.
Critical Acclaim
The song, along with the album it is a part of, has received critical acclaim for its innovative use of electronics and beats, changing the landscape of electronic music.
Influence and Legacy
"Poison" has been noted as a classic Prodigy track and is recognised for fueling the rise of the rave scene in the UK during the mid-90s.
Notable Remixes
A popular remix of "Poison" was made by the German band "Scooter," further emphasizing the song's influence in the electronic music scene.
Technical Aspects
The song stands out for its complex rhythmic structure. Its notable use of breakbeats and synthesizers highlights The Prodigy's unique sound.

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