Buried Alive
Avenged Sevenfold
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Take the time just to listen When the voices screaming are much too loud Take a look in the distance Try and see it all Chances are that ya might find That we share a common discomfort now I feel I'm walking a fine line Tell me only if it's real Still I'm on my way On and on it goes Vacant hope to take Hey I can't live in here for another day Darkness has kept the light concealed Grim as ever Hold on to faith as I dig another grave Meanwhile the mice endure the wheel Real as ever And it seems I've been buried alive I walked the fields through the fire Taking steps until I found solid ground Followed dreams reaching higher Couldn't survive the fall Much has changed since the last time And I feel a little less certain now You know I jumped at the first sign Tell me only if it's real Memories seem to fade On and on it goes Wash my view away Hey I can't live in here for another day Darkness has kept the light concealed Grim as ever Hold on to faith as I dig another grave Meanwhile the mice endure the wheel Real as ever And I'm chained like a slave Trapped in the dark Slammed all the locks Death calls my name And it seems I've been buried alive Take you down now Burn it all out Throw you all around Get you're fuckin' hands off me What's it feel like? Took the wrong route Watch it fall apart Now you're knockin' at the wrong gate For you to pay the toll A price for you alone The only deal you'll find I'll gladly take your soul While it seems sick Sober up quick Psycho lunatic Crushing you with hands of fate Shame to find out when it's too late But you're all the same Trapped inside inferno awaits Evil thoughts can hide I'll help release the mind I'll peel away the skin Release the dark within This is now your life Strike you from the light This is now your life Die buried alive This is now your life Strike you from the light This is now your life Die buried alive This is now your life Die buried alive
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Written by: Zachary Baker, Brian Haner, Matthew Sanders, Jonathan Seward, James Sullivan
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Buried Alive" falls under the Heavy Metal genre, specifically known as Hard Rock or Metalcore. It showcases Avenged Sevenfold's signature sound that combines melodic elements with strong, heavy guitar riffs.
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Album InclusionThe song is a part of Avenged Sevenfold's fifth studio album titled "Nightmare," released in July 2010. The album was a commercial success and reached the number one spot on the Billboard 200 chart.
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LengthOut of the 11 songs in the "Nightmare" album, "Buried Alive" is the second longest song, clocking in at 6 minutes and 44 seconds.
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SongwritingThe band's lead vocalist M. Shadows is the primary songwriter for "Buried Alive." The lyrics represent themes of feeling constrained and trapped, reflective of a darker, more introspective mood.
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Influence and InspirationThe song is heavily influenced by Metallica and it's even considered by many fans and critiques as a tribute to this iconic band. The song structure and progression are reminiscent of Metallica’s song "One."
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Musical Structure"Buried Alive" is interesting for its complex structure. It starts as a slow and melodic piece and gradually builds into a heavier section, showcasing the band's skilled guitar work and range of vocals.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics with many praising the band's musical skill and the emotional depth of their lyrics in "Buried Alive."
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Fan FavoriteDespite not being released as a single, "Buried Alive" quickly became a fan favorite due to its powerful lyrics and intricate guitar riffs.
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Live Performances"Buried Alive" was often performed during the band's live concerts and was usually met with great enthusiasm from the audience. These live renditions are often extended with additional guitar solos.
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LegacyWhile Avenged Sevenfold has released more music since "Nightmare," "Buried Alive" continues to be one of the standout tracks from their discography and is often recognized as one of the band's defining songs.
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