Enemies
Shinedown
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Listen up! There's not a moment to spare It's quite a drop From the top So how are you feeling down there? It's a cold, cruel, harsh reality Caught, stuck, here with your enemies! Who do you think you are? Tearing us all apart Where did you think you could go? 'Cause everyone already knows It's twenty to one Yeah, so you better run! You got the world on it's knees You're taking all that you please You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me You're like the burden we bear You love the hate that we share You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me But enemies! Enemies! You started something that you just couldn't stop, You turned the ones that you love into the angriest mob. And their one last wish is that you pay for it And there's no way you're getting out of this! Who do you think you are? Tearing us all apart Where did you think you could go? 'Cause everyone already knows It's twenty to one Yeah, so you better run! You got the world on it's knees You're taking all that you please You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me You're like the burden we bear You love the hate that we share You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me But enemies! Enemies!! Enemies!!! Where did you think you could go? 'Cause everyone already knows It's twenty to one Yeah, so you better run! You got the world on it's knees You're taking all that you please You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me You're like the burden we bear You love the hate that we share You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me But enemies! Enemies! You got the world on it's knees You're taking all that you please You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me You're like the burden we bear You love the hate that we share You want more! (You want more!) But you'll get nothing from me But enemies! Enemies! Enemies!
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Written by: ERIC BASS, DAVE BASSETT, BRENT SMITH
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Song Creation- "Enemies" is a song by the American rock band, Shinedown, which was written by three members of the band - Brent Smith, Eric Bass, and Dave Bassett.
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Album- The song is included in Shinedown's fourth studio album "Amaryllis", released in March 2012.
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Genre- "Enemies" falls under alternative metal, a subgenre of rock music that emerged in the 1990s.
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Song Meaning- The song speaks about the internal conflicts and problems within a group, making a statement on how the real enemies are within us, rather than external factors.
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Chart Performance- "Enemies" had a commendable performance on various music charts. It reached the number 1 spot on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
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Music Video- The official music video of the song portrays the band members engaging in a fight that gets resolved when they start performing the song. It is a metaphorical representation of the song's message - conflicts within a group.
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TV Appearances- "Enemies" was performed live by the band on a couple of TV programs, including Conan O'Brien's late-night talk show in 2012.
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Reception- "Enemies" was highly well received by rock music fans, and it has garnered over 36 million views on YouTube (as of 2021).
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Live Performances- During live performances, "Enemies" is recognized for its energetic, crowd-engaging nature that showcases the raw and aggressive style of Shinedown.
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Accolades- "Enemies" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2013 Revolver Golden God Awards.
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Cover Versions- The song has been widely covered by various bands and artists due to its popular reception and deep, relatable lyrics.
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