Albatross
Corrosion of Conformity
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Well I'm feelin' left behind, Lord what a waste of time They're coming to get you, run on How can I respect your crime When all you criminals whine They bought and sold you, run on, run on You can call me crazy You can call me wrong Cause I was born a liar Albatross fly on, fly on My home is kind, man it pays to be blind I promise to forget you run on No swallowed pride, no conspiracy lined Broken promise of the virtue, run on, Lord run on You can call me lazy But I know where I belong Cause I was born a liar Albatross, fly on, fly on With your trust in love from your God above I believe the Albatross is me You can call me lazy You can call me wrong Cause I was born a liar Albatross, fly on, fly on I should have seen the signs Now the memories far behind It was no big loss, Fly on, Albatross yeah
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Written by: PEPPER KEENAN, REED MULLIN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Album"Albatross" is a song by American heavy metal band Corrosion of Conformity. It was included on their fourth studio album, "Deliverance", released in 1994.
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Chart SuccessThe song managed to land a spot on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in 1994, peaking at number 19. This marked the band's highest charting single.
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GenreUnlike their previous albums which featured crossover thrash music, "Albatross" showcased a shift to mainstream and southern rock.
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InfluenceThe sound of "Albatross" has been compared to bands such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and Black Sabbath. It successfully illustrates the band's unique blend of heavy metal and southern rock.
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Members' ContributionThe song featured Pepper Keenan on lead vocals. Prior to the "Deliverance" album, Keenan had only provided backup vocals and guitar.
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Popularity and Critical Acclaim"Albatross" is often regarded as one of Corrosion of Conformity's best-known songs. It received significant radio airplay, and has been praised for its bluesy riff and memorable chorus.
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Live PerformancesThe song has become a staple of the band's live performances since its release in 1994.
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Music VideoA music video for the song was released, adding to its overall visibility during the mid-1990s.
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Title MeaningThe title "Albatross" refers to a type of sea bird, but in literature and culture it is often used metaphorically to refer to a burden or hindrance, likely relating to the song's lyrical theme.
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Band EvolutionThe success of "Albatross" established Corrosion of Conformity as a unique voice in the heavy metal genre and marked a turning point in their evolution as a band. It enabled them to reach a wider audience with their music.
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