Concrete Jungle
Black Label Society
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The freaks in the streets The nuns with the shotguns The graves rolling by your side Survival of the fittest And there ain't no pity No one gets out alive In the Concrete Jungle It's the well of the damned Step inside and you'll understand Misfits, psychos and twisted slaves The house of the sane No one can be saved Rolling six feet under, rolling Rolling six feet under, rolling Rolling six feet under, rolling and keep on rolling No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die Another day to bleed Another day to die Another day to blackout and then go blind Maniacal blitzkrieged Where the maggots play God Where the souls of the lost come to die The Concrete Jungle It's the well of the damned Step inside and you'll understand Misfits, psychos and the twisted slaves The house of the sane No one can be saved Rolling six feet under, rolling Rolling six feet under, rolling Rolling six feet under, rolling and keep on rolling No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die once again No one gets out They're ready to die
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13 facts about this song
Song Release"Concrete Jungle" was released by the Black Label Society in September 2006 as the lead single from their seventh studio album, "Shot to Hell."
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Music GenreThe song is classified under the heavy metal genre, characterized by its thunderous guitars and powerful vocals.
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Album Information"Shot to Hell," the album featuring "Concrete Jungle," was released under Roadrunner Records in Europe and was issued by Black Label Society's label, Artemis Records, in the U.S.
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Band LeaderBlack Label Society is led by Zakk Wylde, who was also the guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne. He wrote and produced most of the songs, including "Concrete Jungle."
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Lyrics ContentThe lyrics of "Concrete Jungle" depict the harsh realities of city life, with its numerous challenges and struggles.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Concrete Jungle" features Zakk Wylde and the band performing in a dimly-lit, industrial setting, echoing the song's themes of urban grit and desperation.
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Song ReceptionDespite its heavy metal genre, "Concrete Jungle" gained significant commercial success and received positive reviews from critics, especially for its guitar riffs and solos.
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Chart PerformanceThe song enjoyed decent chart performance, reaching No.1 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 in the U.S upon its release.
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Live Performances"Concrete Jungle" became a staple at Black Label Society's live shows because of its popularity.
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Covers by Other ArtistsSince its release, "Concrete Jungle" has been covered by many artists/bands, adding to the song's legacy and influence within the rock/metal community.
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InspirationZakk Wylde has often expressed in interviews that his life experiences inspire his music, making songs like "Concrete Jungle" personal and relatable reflections of his journey.
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Style and Technicalities"Concrete Jungle" showcases Zakk Wylde's unique blend of Southern rock, heavy metal, and doom metal influences. His technically complex solo sections in the song are admired by guitar enthusiasts.
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Music Critics' ReviewMusic critics lauded the song's raw and potent energy, the lyrical storytelling, and Zakk's guitar-playing abilities.
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