Slave to the Grind

Halestorm

About Slave to the Grind

"Slave to the Grind" is a song by Skid Row. It was the second single and the title track from their second album, Slave to the Grind. The song was released in 1991 and written by bandmates Sebastian Bach, Rachel Bolan and Dave "The Snake" Sabo. It reached #43 on the UK Singles Chart. The video also got heavy rotation on MTV but was not as successful as previous singles and did not chart in the US. On March 22, 2011, Halestorm released an EP called ReAnimate containing a cover of "Slave to the Grind". On June 10, 2016, Rage covered this song as a bonus track for their 22nd studio album The Devil Strikes Again. It was #18 on VH1's 40 Greatest Metal Songs. 


Year:
2011
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You got me forced to crack my lids in two
I'm still stuck inside this rubber room
I gotta punch the clock that leads the blind
I'm just another gear in the assembly line oh no

The noose gets tighter around my throat
But I ain't at the end of my rope 'cause I won´t be the one left behind
Can't be king of the world
If you're slave to the grind
Tear down the rat racial slime
Can't be king of the world
If you're slave to the grind

A routine injection, a lethal dose
But my day in the sun ain't even close
There´s no need to waste your prayers on me
You better mark my words cause I'm history
Yes indeed

You might beg for mercy to get by
But I'd rather tear this thorn from my side
'Cause I won't be the one left behind
You can't be king of the world
If you're slave to the grind
Tear down the rat racial slime
Can't be king of the world
If you´re slave to the grind

They swallowed their daggers by turning their trick
They tore my intentions apart brick by brick
I'm sick of the jive
You talk verbal insecticide

They swallowed their daggers by turning their trick
They tore my intentions apart brick by brick
I'm sick of the jive
You talk verbal insecticide
I won't be the one left behind
You can't be king of the world
If you're slave to the grind

Tear down the rat racial slime
You can't be king of the world
If you're slave to the grind
Slave to the grind
Slave to the grind
Slave to the grind
Slave to the grind

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Halestorm

Halestorm is an American rock band from Red Lion, Pennsylvania. The group's self-titled debut album was released on April 28, 2009 through Atlantic Records. Their second album The Strange Case Of... was released on April 10, 2012. more »

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Written by: DAVID MICHAEL SABO, RACHEL SOUTHWORTH, ROBERT AFFUSO, SCOTT MULVEHILL, SEBASTIAN PHILIP BIERK

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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2 facts about this song

Halestorm Version
1. "Cover Song": "Slave to the grind" by Halestorm is a cover version originally performed by Skid Row. Halestorm is known for performing cover songs which they categorize as "ReAnimate" projects. 2. "Rock & Roll": Halestorm's version of "Slave to the Grind" takes on a hard-rock approach, with Lzzy Hale's powerful vocals paying tribute to the original but adding her unique touch. 3. "ReAnimate 2.0 album": The song "Slave to Grind" by Halestorm was featured in their studio cover EP, "ReAniMate 2.0: The CoVeRs eP," released in 2013. 4. "Studio Quality": The cover of "Slave to the Grind" was recorded with high studio quality by Halestorm, demonstrating the band's professional approach to making music. 5. "Commercial Success": Although it's a cover song, "Slave to the Grinds" by Halestorm has been widely received by fans, earning a place in various music platforms due to its hard-hitting rock sound.
Skid Row's Version
1. "Original Song": "Slave to the Grind" is originally a song by the American rock band Skid Row. It was included in their second studio album with the same name. 2. "Heavy Metal": The song is classified as a combination of heavy metal and glam metal, demonstrating Skid Row's transition towards a harder musical style. 3. "Chart Success": The song "Slave to the Grind" was a commercial success for Skid Row. It topped the US Billboard 200 chart in 1991, making it one of the most successful Skid Row songs. 4. "Transition for the Band": With "Slave to the Grind", Skid Row began to move away from the glam metal aesthetic and sound, instead embracing a more traditional heavy metal sound. 5. "Impact on Fans": Skid Row's "Slave to the Grind" is widely recognized by fans as well as critics as one of the band's best songs due to its catchy riffs, powerful vocals, and complex melody.

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