Refuse/Resist
Sepultura
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Chaos A.D. Tanks on the streets Confronting police Bleeding the Plebs Raging crowd Burning cars Bloodshed starts Who'll be alive?! Chaos A.D. Army in siege Total alarm I'm sick of this Inside the state War is created No man's land What is this shit?! Refuse, Resist Refuse Chaos A.D. Disorder unleashed Starting to burn Starting to lynch Silence means death Stand on your feet Inner fear Your worst enemy Refuse, Resist Refuse, Resist
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Written by: Andreas Rudolf Kisser, Igor Cavalera, Massimiliano A. Cavalera, Paulo Xisto Jr. Pinto
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Genre"Refuse/Resist" is a song categorized under the thrash metal genre which includes elements of punk, hardcore, and industrial music.
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Release DateIt was released on October 19, 1993, as part of the album "Chaos A.D."
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Band LocationSepultura is a Brazilian band, which was formed in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, in 1984.
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ThemeThe song "Refuse/Resist" is known for its political theme. It talks about a resistance against the established system and oppression.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video of "Refuse/Resist" was directed by Richard Kern, a notable music video and film director.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Refuse/Resist" made it to #26 on the U.K. Singles Chart.
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Song's InfluenceThe song's title has been adopted as a slogan by several resistance movements around the world, which indicates its global influence.
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Cover Versions"Refuse/Resist" has been covered by several bands and artists, including Apocalyptica, Hatebreed, and Krisiun which shows its popularity among the music industry.
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Instrumental FeatureThe drumming at the start of the song was actually a sample from the real demonstrations that were happening in the streets of Brazil.
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LyricsThe lyrics were written by lead vocalist, Max Cavalera, and they denounce corruption and police violence, inspired by the experiences in their home country Brazil.
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Album SuccessThe song was part of the "Chaos A.D." album which was a breakthrough for Sepultura, with sales of over two million copies worldwide.
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Live Performances"Refuse/Resist" has remained a staple in Sepultura's live performances and is considered as one of their biggest hits.
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AwardThe music video of "Refuse/Resist" won the International Viewer's Choice award at the MTV Video Music Awards in 1994.
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Signature Song"Refuse/Resist" is perhaps one of Sepultura's most well-known and iconic songs.
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