Arise
Sepultura
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Obscured by the sun Apocalyptic clash Cities fall in ruin Why must we die? Obliteration of mankind Under a pale gray sky We shall arise I did nothing, saw nothing Terrorist confrontation Waiting for the end Wartime conspiracy I see the world, old I see the world, dead Victims of war, seeking some salvation Last wish, fatality I've no land, I'm from nowhere Ashes to ashes, dust to dust Face the enemy Manic thoughts Religious intervention Problems remain
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Written by: Andreas Rudolf Kisser, Igor Cavalera, Massimiliano A. Cavalera, Paulo Xisto Jr. Pinto
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Album Class"Arise" is not just a song by Sepultura, it is also the title track of the album "Arise," which was released in 1991.
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Genre ClassificationSepultura, a Brazilian band, is known for its contribution to thrash metal and death metal genres. "Arise" is considered an iconic thrash metal song.
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Song DurationThe original album version of "Arise" has a duration of 3 minutes and 20 seconds.
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Album Success“Arise” is considered Sepultura’s breakout album, making them internationally known in the metal scene. It is their first album to enter the Billboard 200 charts.
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Popular SingleThe song "Arise" was released as a single, and its music video was regularly played on MTV's 'Headbanger's Ball.'
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Anti-War SongLyrically, "Arise" is an anti-war song that criticizes the futility and damage caused by wars.
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Album ArtworkThe album's cover art features an indigenous boy from the Kayapo tribe of Brazil, reflecting the band's interest in tribal culture, a theme often present in its music.
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Concert Favorite"Arise" is a staple at Sepultura concerts, solidifying its position as one of the band's most loved tracks by fans.
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ProducersThe album, including the song "Arise," was produced by Scott Burns and Sepultura.
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Platinum StatusIn 1992, around a year after its release, "Arise" was certified Gold by the RIAA, and in 1997, it achieved Platinum status in the U.S.
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Modern RenditionIn 2018, Sepultura performed a new version of "Arise" with Les Tambours du Bronx, a French industrial percussion group, showcasing a unique fusion of their thrash metal with heavy percussive rhythms.
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Critical AcclaimThe album "Arise," and the song itself, have continued to receive critical acclaim decades after their debut. It is considered one of the greatest thrash metal records of all time.
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Remix AlbumIn 2020, a remixed and re-mastered version of the "Arise" album was released, providing a fresh take on this iconic Sepultura track and others.
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Different VersionsApart from the original version, there are several "Arise" remixes, like the 'Industrial Remix' and the 'Under Siege Live Version.'
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Banned VideoInterestingly, the music video for "Arise" was banned (then later un-banned) by MTV due to its graphic nature, which reportedly showed bodies decomposing amidst war.
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