Oblivion
Mastodon
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Flew beyond the sun before it was time Burning all the gold that held me inside my shell Waiting for you to pull me back in I almost sat the world in my sights Close, low bright eyes fading Faster than stars falling How can I tell you I failed? Tell you I failed Fallen from grace cause I been away too long Leaving you behind with my lonesome song Now I'm lost in oblivion I tried to bore a hole into the ground Breaking all the fingers and the nails from my hand The eyes of the child see no wrong Ignorant bliss in Close, low bright eyes fading Faster than stars falling How can I tell you I failed? Tell you I failed Fallen from grace cause I been away too long Leaving you behind with my lonesome song Now I'm lost Fallen from grace cause I been away too long Leaving you behind with my lonesome song Now I'm lost in oblivion Fallen from grace cause I been away too long Leaving you behind with my lonesome song Now I'm lost Fallen from grace cause I been away too long Leaving you behind with my lonesome song Now I'm lost in oblivion In oblivion
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Written by: BRANN TIMOTHY DAILOR, TROY JAYSON SANDERS, WILLIAM BREEN KELLIHER, WILLIAM BRENT HINDS
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Oblivion" is mainly categorized under the genres of heavy metal, progressive metal, and stoner rock.
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Album DetailThis song is the opening track on Mastodon's fourth studio album, "Crack the Skye," which was released in 2009.
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Chart Performance"Oblivion" peaked at number 15 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and number 34 on the UK Rock Chart.
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Music Video SpecificsThe music video for "Oblivion" was directed by Roboshobo (Robert Schober) and features the band members involved in a space voyage inspired by 2001: A Space Odyssey and Avatar.
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Band Members' RolesThe song's vocals are split between three members of Mastodon - drummer Brann Dailor, bassist Troy Sanders, and guitarist Brent Hinds.
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Personal Connection"Oblivion" was influenced by drummer Brann Dailor's experiences dealing with the suicide of his sister when he was a teenager.
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Recognition"Oblivion" was nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards but lost to Judas Priest's "Dissident Aggressor".
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Critical ReceptionThe song has been praised for its powerful riffs, complex rhythms, and the shared vocal duties among the band members.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Oblivion" are abstract and surreal, potentially reflecting the inner turmoil and anguish Brann Dailor experienced after his sister's death.
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Songwriting Credits"Oblivion" was written by all four members of Mastodon - Brann Dailor, Brent Hinds, Bill Kelliher, and Troy Sanders.
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Live Performances"Oblivion" has been a staple in Mastodon's live shows since its release, often opening their sets.
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Musical Style"Oblivion" features progressive metal elements, including unusual time signatures and intricate guitar work.
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InfluencesMusic critics have noted influences from various bands in "Oblivion", including Metallica, Neurosis, and King Crimson.
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