Oildale (Leave Me Alone)
Korn
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Look at you, feeling all good You can't resist, have to be all Up in it, don't it feel great Talkin' shit I let it go Why don't you just leave me alone? My hearts gonna break from the fall! Holding on to petty things! Feeling all the hate it brings! Why don't you just leave me alone! What a puss, think you're so tough. I take this shit All I had was, lovin' me It was so good, but that wasn't enough You ripped that away! Why don't you just leave me alone? My hearts gonna break from the fall! Holding on to petty things! Feeling all the hate it brings! Why don't you just leave me alone! Oh this is it! Oh f*ck! hypocrite All the bullshit You took from me! Your such a piece of shit Nothin' but heretic Suckin' the life out of me! Fucker your gone without me!! Why don't you just leave me alone? My hearts gonna break from the fall! Holding on to petty things! Feeling all the hate it brings! Why don't you just leave me alone! Leave me alone Leave me alone Leave me alone Leave me the f*ck alone
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Written by: James Shaffer, Jonathan Davis, Raymond Luzier, Reginald Arvizu, Ross Robinson
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10 facts about this song
Production and Release"Oildale (Leave Me Alone)" is a song by American metal band Korn. It was released as the lead single from their ninth studio album, "Korn III: Remember Who You Are," in 2010.
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Music StyleThe song features Korn's typical nu-metal sound which epitomizes their heavy, offbeat musical style evident in their early days. This feature was a specific aim of their album "Korn III: Remember Who You Are" - to return to their roots.
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Song InspirationOildale is a community in Bakersfield, California, where the band Korn originated. The lyrics of the title suggest a desire for the band members to distance themselves from where they came from.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)" is set in a poverty-ridden neighborhood, reflecting on the struggles of the underprivileged residents, thus creating a social commentary about the realities of life in such areas.
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Critical ResponseCritics gave mixed to positive reviews for "Oildale (Leave Me Alone)." While some praised Korn's return to their original sound, others felt the song lacked originality.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 10 on the US Billboard Rock Songs chart and number 24 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. It showcases the band's continued success and relevance in the world of hard rock and heavy metal.
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Live Performances"Oildale (Leave Me Alone)" has been included in many of Korn's live performances. Some notable occasions include prominent music festivals like Rock am Ring and Download Festival in 2010.
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Album ThemeThe song is representative of the overall theme of the album "Korn III: Remember Who You Are." Throughout the album, there's an ongoing narrative of introspection and self-reflection, blending personal history with a critique of the outside world.
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Band Member CommentsIn interviews, the band's frontman, Jonathan Davis, has stated the song is about feeling the weight of the world and wanting to escape from those burdens.
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Radio Debut"Oildale (Leave Me Alone)" first debuted on radio on May 10, 2010, and it was later released digitally on May 25, giving fans worldwide digital access to the new song.
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