My Plague
Slipknot
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I'm in conniptions for the final act you came here for The one derivative you manage is the one I abhor I need a minute to elaborate for everyone the Everyday bullshit things that you have done Your impossible ego f*ck is like a Megalomaniacal tab on my tongue You fuckin' touch me I will rip you apart I'll reach in and take a bite out of that Shit you call a heart Ya ya ya I don't mind being ogled, ridiculed Made to feel minuscule If you consider the source, it's kinda pitiful The only thing you really know about me is That's all you'll ever know I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I'm turning it around like a knife in the shell I want to understand why, but I'm hurting myself I haven't seen a lotta reasons to stop it I can't just drop it I'm just a bastard, but at least I admit it At least I admit it I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself Kill you, f*ck you, I will never be you Kill you, f*ck you, I will never be you I can't fuckin' take it anymore A snap of the synapse And now it's fuckin' war Kill you, f*ck you, I will never be you I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself I know why you plague me I know why you blame yourself
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Written by: CHRIS FEHN, CHRISTOPHER FEHN, COREY TAYLOR, CRAIG JONES, JAMES ROOT, MICHAEL CRAHAN, MICHAEL SHAWN CRAHAN, MICKAEL THOMSON, NATHAN JORDISON, NATHAN J JORDISON, PAUL GRAY, PAUL D GRAY, SID WILSON, SIDNEY WILSON
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13 facts about this song
Album Release"My Plague" is a song by metal band Slipknot, from their second studio album named "Iowa," which was released in August 2001.
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Grammy NominationThe song stood out the most as it got a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance in 2003.
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Music VideoThe music video for "My Plague" was directed by Shawn Crahan and Greg Kaplan. It features the band performing the song live with a chaotic crowd.
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Song Composition"My Plague" features aggressive percussion, churning guitars, and harsh vocals from Corey Taylor, reflecting Slipknot's characteristic nu metal style.
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Single LaunchIt was released as the album's second single on July 8, 2002.
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Special VersionThe radio and video version of the song, referred to as "New Abuse Mix", has an altered mix and additional elements not found in the album version, and is also notably shorter.
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Song ThemeThe song flirts with themes of self-loathing and frustration, similar to many songs on the album "Iowa."
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Chart PerformanceDespite its aggressive style, "My Plague" did well on charts, peaking at number 43 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Band MembersThe song features performances from all nine band members, highlighting Slipknot's unique configuration that includes a percussionist, a DJ, and a sampler alongside more traditional band roles.
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Live Performance"My Plague" is a fan favorite and is often played live at concerts. Despite its aggressive and demanding nature, members of Slipknot regularly cite it as one of their preferred songs to perform live.
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Song MeaningsCorey Taylor, the lead vocalist, says the song talks about people who work very hard just to stifle you or hold you back.
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Cover ArtThe cover art for "My Plague" features the goat head, a common motif through the band's "Iowa" cycle.
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Track Position"My Plague" is the fourth track on the "Iowa" album.
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