Back to the Primitive

Soulfly

About Back to the Primitive

"Back to the Primitive" is a nu metal song by Soulfly, released in 2000. The song, composed by Max Cavalera, is played as the first track of the second Soulfly album, Primitive.


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2000
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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

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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
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Soulfly

Soulfly is a metal band formed in 1997 based in Phoenix, Arizona. The original lyrical content revolved around spirituality and religious themes, with later albums encompassing other themes including war, violence, aggression, hatred and anger. Soulfly is led by former Sepultura frontman Max Cavalera, who formed the band after he left the Brazilian group in 1996. The band has released eight studio albums, one tour EP, several singles, and one DVD video. Their eighth album Enslaved was released on March 13, 2012. more »

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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.
Band Lineup
The 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.
Musical Style
The 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.
Visitor Artists
Slipknot 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".
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.
Musical Message
The 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.
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.
Award Recognition
The music video for "Back to the Primitive" was nominated for the Best Metal Video at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards.
Producer Team
The 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.
Cover Art
The 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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