Dig
Mudvayne
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(No) Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I am rearranging Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I was slowly changing I would love to beat the face Of any motherfucker that's thinkin' they can change me White knuckles grip pushing through for the gold If you're wantin' a piece of me, I broke the motherfuckin' mold I'm drowning in your wake, shit rubbed in my face Teething on concrete, gums bleeding Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I am rearranging Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I was slowly changing I struggle in violated space Sell out motherfuckers in the biz that try to f*ck me Hang from their Ts rated PG insight I ain't sellin' my soul when there's nothing to buy I'm livid in my space, pissing in my face F*ck you while you try to f*ck me Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I am rearranging Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I was You ain't fuckin' changing me Dig, dig, dig, dig C'mon, motherfucker, dig C'mon, motherfucker, dig C'mon, motherfucker, dig Let me help you tie the rope around your neck Let me help to talk you the wrong way off the ledge Let me help you hold the Glock against your head Let me help you tie the rope around your neck Let me help to talk you the wrong way off the ledge Let me help you hold the Glock against your head Let me help to chain the weights onto your legs Get on the plank, f*ck Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I am rearranging Dig, bury me underneath Everything that I was slowly changing Wish you were committing suicide Suckin' on a motherfuckin' tailpipe Dead man walking on a tight rope Limbless in the middle of a channel Bomb's away
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Written by: Chad L. Gray, Greg Tribbett, Matthew Mcdonough, Ryan Martinie
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release Year & Album"Dig" is the first single from American heavy metal band Mudvayne's debut album, "L.D. 50", which was released in 2000.
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Recognition & AwardsThe music video of "Dig" won the first ever MTV2 Award at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2001. This award was launched to recognize the best videos that were not featured in 'heavy rotation'.
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GenreThe song showcases the band's early musical style, which is rooted in heavy metal with elements of prog-rock, jazz fusion, and math metal.
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Deep ConceptLyrically, "Dig" lambasts shallow and backstabbing behavior, borrowing from the saying "digging one's own grave". Lead vocalist Chad Gray presents an intense vocal performance of frustration and anger in the song.
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Impact on Band’s Career"Dig" was considered a breakthrough track for Mudvayne and played a pivotal role in accelerating their career. It occasionally features as an encore during their live shows.
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Music videoThe music video for "Dig" illustrates the band's distinct image during their early years, with each member adopting a unique persona and wearing vibrant face paint. It was directed by Thomas Mignone.
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Popularity ChartsThe song did well on rock radio, reaching No. 33 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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InstrumentationOne of the notable facts about "Dig" is its complex instrumentation. The song consists of convoluted guitar riffs and rapid-fire percussion, which highlights the technical proficiency of the band's members.
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Album Theme"Dig" follows the overall theme of the album "L.D. 50", which is considered a concept album revolving around drug abuse, isolation, life's struggles, and the human mind.
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Critic ReviewThe song was often praised for its powerful and raw energy, receiving positive reviews from critics for its complexity and technicality.
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