Rock and Roll Is Dead
Lenny Kravitz
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You think you're on top of the world But you know it's really over Runnin' round with diamond rings And coke spoons that are overflowin' Rock an Roll is dead But all the money in the world Can't buy you from the place you're going to Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead You can't even sing or play an instrument So you just scream instead You're living for an image So you got five hundred women in your bed Rock an Roll is dead But it's real hard to be yourself When you're living with those demons In your head Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead Rock an Roll is dead
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Rock and Roll Is Dead" Song ReleaseThe song "Rock and Roll Is Dead" was released on August 27, 1995, as the lead single from Lenny Kravitz's fourth album, "Circus".
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Song ThemeDespite its title, "Rock and Roll is Dead" is not actually against rock and roll, but rather a criticism of the music industry's manipulation and commercialization.
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Lenny Kravitz as the SongwriterLenny Kravitz himself was a songwriter for "Rock and Roll is Dead". This track showcases his unique blend of rock, pop, and soul music.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a top-20 hit on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, peaking at No. 4. In the UK, it reached No. 15 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song GenreThe song belongs to the hard rock genre, characterized by aggressive vocals, distorted electric guitars, bass guitar, and powerful drums.
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Grammy NominationsThe song garnered a nomination for "Best Male Rock Vocal Performance" at the 38th Annual Grammy Awards in 1996.
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Music VideoA music video was produced for "Rock and Roll is Dead", featuring Kravitz and his band performing the song in a cloud-filled environment.
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Song LengthThe song has a duration of 3 minutes and 15 seconds, which is typical of many rock songs.
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Critic ReceptionCritics have commented on the song's sonic blend of 1970s-style rock and more modern elements, signifying Kravitz's genre-crossing approach to music.
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Album SuccessThe album "Circus," which included "Rock and Roll is Dead," achieved gold status in the United States, selling over 500,000 copies.
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