Back to the Primitive
Soulfly
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Un, dois, trêis, quatro, Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics We got our life to live The way we want to be Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics "Who feels it, knows it" (Bob Marley) And God will guide me Back to the primitive F*ck all your bullshit We're back to set it free Confronting the negative Back to the primitive F*ck all you wannabes You don't mean shit to me Let it bleed (tribal) Primitive Primitive Primitive Primitive Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics We got our life to live The way we want to be Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics How it used to be Check your reality Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics F*ck all you wannabes Argh! Back to the primitive F*ck all your politics Forever we will be What we want to be (tribal) Primitive Primitive Primitive Primitive (tribal) Primitive Primitive Primitive Primitive (tribal) Primitive Primitive Primitive Primitive
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Written by: MASSIMILIANO A. CAVALERA
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Back to the Primitive" is the lead single from Soulfly's third studio album, "Primitive," released on September 26, 2000.
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Band LineupThe core Soulfly lineup during the recording of "Primitive" included Max Cavalera (former frontman of Sepultura) on vocals and rhythm guitar, Mikey Doling on lead guitar, Marcelo Dias on bass, and Joe Nunez on drums.
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Musical StyleThe song, like the rest of the album, blends elements of nu metal and Brazilian tribal music. This mix of heavy guitar riffs, aggressive vocals, and indigenous instruments creates a unique soundscape.
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Visitor ArtistsSlipknot drummer Joey Jordison and Deftones singer Chino Moreno both appeared as guest performers on the album "Primitive", though not specifically on "Back to the Primitive".
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Single Reception"Back to the Primitive" peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart in the United States, marking one of Soulfly's most successful singles.
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Musical MessageThe lyrics of "Back to the Primitive" express a desire to return to a more simplistic and naturalistic way of life, a common theme throughout Soulfly's discography. In the music video, this is depicted through imagery of a post-apocalyptic world.
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Live Performances"Back to the Primitive" has remained a staple of Soulfly's live performances since its release. Frequently, Max Cavalera invites fans on stage to contribute percussion, enhancing the tribal nature of the song.
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Award RecognitionThe music video for "Back to the Primitive" was nominated for the Best Metal Video at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Producer TeamThe song was produced by Max Cavalera himself and was co-produced by Toby Wright, who has worked with bands like Alice In Chains, Korn, and Metallica.
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Cover ArtThe artwork for the single, like the rest of the album, features tribal imageries that mirror the band's unique blend of metal and indigenous musical elements. The tribal mask present in the cover art of "Primitive" has become one of the most recognized symbols associated with Soulfly.
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