Scum of the Earth

Rob Zombie

About Scum of the Earth

"Scum of the Earth" is a song by heavy metal musician Rob Zombie. It was originally featured on the Mission: Impossible 2 soundtrack and later included on Zombie's album, The Sinister Urge as the lead single. It found considerable radio play upon release. The song features an intense chorus featuring heavy guitars and a repetitive "hey!" chant. The final chorus culminates with female background vocals. Rob Zombie guitarist Riggs formed a band in 2003, sharing the name with this song.  


Year:
2001
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Scum of the earth
Come on
Yeah
Run and kill
Destroy the will
A hero that doesn't exist
Yeah
Smoking gun
Well I am the one
A bullet hole
In your fist
Yeah
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Yeah
Wake up dead
Bleeding bed
A world that doesn't exist
Yeah
Heaven waits
With the gates
Rusting in the mist
Yeah
Yeah
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Go
Yeah
Run and kill
Destroy the will
A hero that doesn't exist
Yeah
Smoking gun
Well I am the one
A bullet hole
In your fist
Yeah
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Hey, I'm breathing
Hey, I'm bleeding
Hey, I'm screaming
Scum of the earth
Come on
Hey Scum of the earth
Hey Scum of the earth
Hey Scum of the earth
Hey Scum of the earth

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Rob Zombie

Rob Zombie (born Robert Bartleh Cummings; January 12, 1965) is an American musician, film director, screenwriter and film producer. He rose to prominence as a founding member of the band White Zombie which formed in the mid-1980s and rose to fame in the early 1990s. As a solo artist, he has released four studio albums, five compilation albums, and a live album. He has expanded his career and become a director, and has directed a total of six films, the majority of which he also wrote or co-wrote. He has also released numerous brands of comic books, and appeared as an actor on numerous occasions. more »

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Written by: ROB ZOMBIE, ROB WOLFGANG ZOMBIE, SCOTT HUMPHREY

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Scum of the Earth" was released on October 25, 2001, and it is the second song from Rob Zombie's solo album "The Sinister Urge".
Album Information
"The Sinister Urge" was the second solo studio album by Rob Zombie and it was named after an Ed Wood film. The album was a follow up to his debut solo effort "Hellbilly Deluxe".
Song Theme
The song, as reflected in its title, "Scum of the Earth", offers a rebellious and anarchic sentiment, which is a typical theme for Rob Zombie.
Music Video
Its music video was directed by Rob Zombie himself. It contains a violent and carnage theme, showcasing the life in a post-apocalyptic world.
Track Recognition
"Scum of the Earth" was also featured in video games such as "Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2", and in films like "The Scorpion King", thus making it quite popular and recognizable among the broader audience.
Song Style
The musical style of "Scum of the Earth" can be defined as a mix of heavy metal, industrial rock and alternative metal. It is known for its heavy riffs and aggressive vocals, something that Rob Zombie is famous for.
Producer
The song was produced by Scott Humphrey. He was the main collaborator for Rob Zombie’s solo career during the early 2000s.
Billboard Charts Performance
The album on which "Scum of the Earth" is featured, "The Sinister Urge", peaked at #8 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.
Lyrics Writer
Rob Zombie wrote the lyrics of "Scum of the Earth". His lyrics are quite popular for their horror-themed narratives.
Tour
The song was quite frequently played during Rob Zombie's tour for "The Sinister Urge" album, and it became a staple for his live performances.

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