Sugar
System of a Down
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The Kombucha mushroom people Sitting around all day Who can believe you Who can believe you Let your mother pray (sugar) I'm not there all the time you know Some people, some people, some people Call it insane, yeah they call it insane (sugar) I play Russian roulette everyday, a man's sport With a bullet called life, yeah, mama, called life(sugar) You know that every time I try to go Where I really want to be It's already where I am 'Cause I'm already there The Kombucha mushroom people Sitting around all day Who can believe you Who can believe you Let your mother pray (sugar) I got a gun the other day from Sako It's cute, small, fits right in my pocket Yeah, right in my pocket, (sugar) My girl, you know, she lashes out at me sometimes And I just fucking kick her, and then, ooh baby, she's ok (sugar) People are always chasing me down Trying to push my face to the ground Where all they really want to do Is suck out my mother fucking brains, my brains (sugar) The Kombucha mushroom people Sitting around all day Who can believe you Who can believe you Let your mother pray I sit, in my desolate room, no lights, no music Just havoc I've killed everyone I'm away forever, but I'm feeling better How do I feel What do I say F*ck you, it all goes away How do I feel What do I say F*ck you, it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away How do I feel What do I say In the end it all goes away In the end it all goes away In the end it all goes away In the end it all goes away In the end it all goes away
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Written by: Daron Malakian, Shavo Odadjian, John Dolmayan, Serj Tankian
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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13 facts about this song
Song Context"Sugar" is a popular song by the band System of a Down. It was released in 1999 and was one of their most successful hits.
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Album AppearanceThe song is track number 10 on the band's debut studio album titled "System of a Down."
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Genre Definition"Sugar" is classified under the alternative metal genre, which is a fusion of heavy metal with other genres, usually alternative rock and hardcore punk.
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Lyrical ThemeSugar's lyrics explore topics like depression, drug use, and inner turmoil.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Sugar" was directed by Nigel Dick, who has also worked with bands like Britney Spears, Oasis, and Nickelback.
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Song DurationThe original song's duration is nearly 3 minutes long, while the single's version is more than 16 minutes.
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Unique SoundIt's known for its dynamic shifts and varying intensities within the same song.
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Counterpart SongThe song "Suite-Pee" is often played live along with "Sugar" by the band.
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Band MembersThe song was performed by the four original members of the band: Serj Tankian, Daron Malakian, Shavo Odadjian, and John Dolmayan.
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Inspirational ImpactDespite its controversial lyrics, “Sugar” has received significant praise among the band's fans for its raw emotional depth and expressive style.
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Live PerformancesSince its release, System of a Down has been playing "Sugar" in almost all the live performances and it has become a staple track for them.
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Track PopularityOne of the fan-favorite songs, "Sugar" helped System of a Down gain mainstream popularity.
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Relevance TodayMore than 20 years after its release, "Sugar" continues to remain relevant and is often used as an example of the band's nu-metal sound.
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