Raining Blood
Slayer
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Trapped in purgatory A lifeless object, alive Awaiting reprisal Death will be their acquiescence The sky is turning red Return to power draws near Fall into me, the sky's crimson tears Abolish the rules made of stone Pierced from below, souls of my treacherous past Betrayed by many, now ornaments dripping above Awaiting the hour of reprisal Your time slips away Raining blood From a lacerated sky Bleeding its horror Creating my structure now I shall reign in blood
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Written by: Jeffery John Hanneman, Kerry King
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Raining Blood" is classified as thrash metal, a sub-genre of heavy metal music characterized by its aggressive, driving rhythm and complex song structures.
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Album NameThe song is from Slayer's 1986 album "Reign in Blood."
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Record LabelThe record label behind the song and album is Def Jam Recordings, then largely known for rap music.
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ProducerRenowned music producer Rick Rubin known for his work across multiple music genres was involved in the production.
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Song Legacy"Raining Blood" is one of Slayer's most famous songs and has been featured in several video games, films, and TV shows. It's a staple of their live shows as well.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Jeff Hanneman and Kerry King, members of the band.
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Relative Controversial Lyrics"Raining Blood," like many Slayer songs, faced controversy due to its explicit lyrics and violent themes.
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Cover VersionsSeveral bands have covered "Raining Blood," showcasing its influence and popularity in the heavy metal music world.
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Performance IssuesThe song's complex structure and tempo changes can often lead to it being considered challenging to perform live.
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Inspiring ArtistryThe song, along with the whole "Reign in Blood" album, has been a great source of influence for many metal bands of the 1990s and 2000s.
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