Bloodshed
Soulfly
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Fire, the burning path Downstroy the weak minds Rising nature’s demise Enslave system creation Everywhere is bloodshed Wasteland bloodshed Everywhere is bloodshed Wasteland bloodshed Bloodshed wasteland Bloodshed wasteland Bloodshed Life, ravage skullduggery Rage, dethrone the enemy Die treacherous leprosy Scorn the self inflict Everywhere is bloodshed Wasteland bloodshed Everywhere is bloodshed Wasteland bloodshed Bloodshed wasteland Bloodshed wasteland Bloodshed This is my redemption Strangling superstitions This is my conception Condemned for eternity Blood of the lamb touching the empty void Slowly eats my soul Drag down the black hole Join the cult of dark hope Swarm of deadly locusts Beware of the prophecy Rulers of reality
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Written by: MASSIMILIANO ANTONIO CAVALERA
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16 facts about this song
Album"Bloodshed" is a track from Soulfly's ninth studio album, "Savages," released in 2013.
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Guest ArtistThe song features Max Cavalera's son, Igor Cavalera, marking this as a family collaboration.
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ThemesLyrically, "Bloodshed" is about the endless cycle of human violence, reflecting on the perennial issues of war and conflict.
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GenreSoulfly is renowned for their fusion of various musical styles. "Bloodshed" is classified under the heavy metal and thrash metal genres, blended with elements of groove metal.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Bloodshed" supports the song's theme, featuring war scenes and chaos collected from various historical footages.
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Song Length"Bloodshed" runs for a duration of approximately 6 minutes and 55 seconds, making it one of the longer tracks on the Savages album.
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Band LineupDuring the recording of "Bloodshed," the band comprised Max Cavalera (vocals, four-string guitar), Marc Rizzo (lead guitar), Tony Campos (bass), and Zyon Cavalera (drums).
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Songwriting CreditsMax Cavalera, the lead vocalist, is credited with the songwriting for "Bloodshed."
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Producer"Bloodshed" was produced by Terry Date, who has worked with other notable heavy metal bands such as Pantera and Deftones.
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ReceptionThe song, like the album, received mixed reviews from critics due to its lyrical content but was generally appreciated by fans for its heavy and aggressive sound.
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Live Performances"Bloodshed" is frequently included in Soulfly's live sets, becoming a fan favorite over time.
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Album ArtworkThe cover artwork for "Savages," which includes "Bloodshed," was created by British artist Paul Stottler, known for his iconic album covers for thrash metal bands in the 80s.
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Chart PerformanceWhile "Bloodshed" didn't appear in major music charts, the album "Savages" peaked at number 84 on the Billboard 200, highlighting its relative success.
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LyricsThe chorus of "Bloodshed" says "Bloodshed – see the world go red, Bloodshed – the blood of the dead," underlining its message about the futility and horror of war.
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Soulfly TrademarkThe track showcases Soulfly's trademark use of exotic instruments and sounds, which differentiates them from other metal bands.
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Album Theme"Bloodshed" sets the tone for the rest of the "Savages" album, which largely explores human savagery and violence.
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