Concrete Jungle

Black Label Society

About Concrete Jungle

"Concrete Jungle" is the first single from Black Label Society's 2006 album, Shot To Hell and also opens the album. It reached number 29 on Mainstream Rock radio as compiled by Billboard magazine. The song is based upon guitarist Zakk Wylde's opinion of New York City as he has explained in a video guitar lesson with Guitar World Magazine. In the same interview Wylde also explained that one of the other influences on the structure of the song was guitarist Jimmy Page because of the mixed guitar styles.  


Year:
2006
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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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Black Label Society

Black Label Society is a heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California formed by Zakk Wylde. The band has, thus far, released nine studio albums, one live album, two compilation albums, one EP, and three video albums. more »

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Written by: ZAKK WYLDE

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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."
Music Genre
The song is classified under the heavy metal genre, characterized by its thunderous guitars and powerful vocals.
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.
Band Leader
Black 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."
Lyrics Content
The lyrics of "Concrete Jungle" depict the harsh realities of city life, with its numerous challenges and struggles.
Music Video
The 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.
Song Reception
Despite its heavy metal genre, "Concrete Jungle" gained significant commercial success and received positive reviews from critics, especially for its guitar riffs and solos.
Chart Performance
The song enjoyed decent chart performance, reaching No.1 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 in the U.S upon its release.
Live Performances
"Concrete Jungle" became a staple at Black Label Society's live shows because of its popularity.
Covers by Other Artists
Since its release, "Concrete Jungle" has been covered by many artists/bands, adding to the song's legacy and influence within the rock/metal community.
Inspiration
Zakk 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.
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.
Music Critics' Review
Music critics lauded the song's raw and potent energy, the lyrical storytelling, and Zakk's guitar-playing abilities.

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