Boiler
Limp Bizkit
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Looks like I'm 'a do everything myself Maybe I could use some help But hell, you want something done right You gotta do it yourself Maybe life is up and down But, my life's been what to now? I crawled up your butt from hell And that's when things got turned around It used to be a lie And now it feels pathetic And now I get it What's done is done You just leave it alone And don't regret it Sometimes some things turn into dumb things And that's when you put your foot down Why did I have to go and meet somebody like you? (like you) Why do you have to go and hurt somebody like me? (like me) How could you do somebody like that You know that I'm never coming back Looks like I'm 'a do everything myself Maybe I could use some help But hell, if you want something done right You just do it yourself Got it? Maybe life is up and down But, but my life's been what to now? Got it? I crawled up your butt somehow Got it? And that's when shit got turned around It used to be a lie So pathetic But now I get it What's done is done I know, you just leave it alone And don't regret it But sometimes some things turn into dumb things And that's when you put your foot Why did I have to go and meet somebody like you? (like you) Why do you have to go and hurt somebody like me? (like me) How could you do somebody like that You know that I'm never coming back Depending on you is done (is done) Giving to you is done No more eating, no sleeping, no living It's all just what giving to you and I'm done (and I'm done) But hiding from you is done (is done) But lying from you is done No more eating, no sleeping, no living It's all just what giving to you and I'm done (and I'm done) Why did I have to go and meet somebody like you? (like you) Why do you have to go and hurt somebody like me? (like me) How could you do somebody like that You know that I'm never coming back But why? Why? Ladies, gentlemen What you are experiencing Is in fact an inner lie man I would like you to kick back And think about everything you've just heard
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Written by: John Everett Otto, Leor Dimant, Samuel Robert Rivers, Wesley Louden Borland, William Frederick Durst
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6 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Boiler" is a song by the American rock band Limp Bizkit. It was released in November 2001 as the fifth and final single from their third studio album "Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water".
- Despite not receiving as much commercial success as the band's earlier singles, the song has been recognized for its unique sound and introspective lyrics.
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Music and LyricsThe song is a departure from the band's typical nu-metal sound, focusing more on softer rhythms and introspective lyrics.
- Fred Durst, the band's lead vocalist, has described "Boiler" as one of the most personal songs he has ever written, and it is said to demonstrate his evolution as a songwriter.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for "Boiler" was directed by Dave Meyers and Fred Durst himself.
- Its storyline has been described as surreal and disturbing, featuring Durst trapped in an abstract prison where he battles a doppelganger version of himself.
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Live Performances"Boiler" is known for its memorable live performances. During Limp Bizkit's tour in 2001 and 2002, the song was often played in its entirety.
- The band has continued to include "Boiler" in their set lists during subsequent tours, signaling its enduring popularity among fans.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song did not achieve the commercial success as some of their previous hits, it still managed to rank high on several music charts.
- Specifically, "Boiler" peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and also reached the top 20 in several other regions including Ireland, Italy, and Australia.
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Song MeaningThe lyrical content of "Boiler" has been interpreted differently by fans and critics. Some believe that it is a reflection on Durst's own inner struggles and frustrations.
- A common theme throughout the song is the idea of being trapped, both physically and emotionally, which is replicated in the song's music video.
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