Seeing Eye Dog
Helmet
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Nobody was paying attention Man, you had the world on the run Everybody jump, everybody swoon Everyone was whistling your tune Now you're dying to make it last But karma's burning fast Blinded by the fireworks Hangin' on your every word Could not resist, did you feel like Jesus? Gone too far, now you're so religious Are you tired? are you sick? Karma's burning quick Now you're dying to make it last Karma's burning fast Shit Are you tired? are you sick? Karma's burning quick Now you're dying, turn it around But karma's taking you down, you down Yeah, karma's taking you down
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Band History"Seeing Eye Dog" is a song by the American alternative metal band, Helmet. The band, known for their fusion of jazz and metal, was formed in New York City in 1989 by vocalist and lead guitarist Page Hamilton.
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Album Information"Seeing Eye Dog" is the title track of Helmet's seventh studio album, released on September 7, 2010. Despite having a consistently changing line-up through its lifetime, the band produced this album with Hamilton as the only original member.
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Creative ProcessThe song, like others on the album, showcases Hamilton's distinctive approach to melody and power chords. Hamilton is known for his impressive style that draws on jazz training and a high-level of technical proficiency.
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Record Label"Seeing Eye Dog" album was released under the indie label, Work Song, which was a change from their previous releases with major labels like Interscope.
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Unique PackagingA distinctive aspect of the album release was the package deal. It included the album, a bonus live recording, a T-shirt, and a 'commemorative' ticket.
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Genre"Seeing Eye Dog" follows in the Helmet tradition of alternative metal, but with elements of alternative rock and noise rock. Its complex and heavy guitar work paired with the intricate and off-kilter rhythms are a hallmark of their style.
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ReceptionFans generally had a positive reaction to "Seeing Eye Dog," praising the song’s dynamic structure and intensity. However, it was also met with some criticism for not living up to the band's earlier work.
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MeaningThough Hamilton typically avoids explaining the specific meaning behind his lyrics, he has suggested that the "Seeing Eye Dog" reflects aspects of personal and societal misconceptions and confusions.
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Performances"Seeing Eye Dog" was included in Helmet's live setlists during their extensive tours following the album's release.
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Musical ImpactDespite mixed reviews, many agree that "Seeing Eye Dog" has influenced several alternative and nu-metal bands with its powerful riffs and challenging rhythms.
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