What You Are

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About What You Are

"What You Are" is a song by American rock band Audioslave. It was released in March 2004 as the fifth and final single from their self-titled debut. It peaked at number 17 on the U. S. Modern Rock Tracks chart. The song's meaning is described as being a way to ditch an "evil woman". The song was also used in a TV spot for the movie Spider-Man 2.


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2002
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And when you wanted me I came to you
And when you wanted someone else
I withdrew
And when you asked for a light I set myself on fire
And if I go far away I know
You'll find another slave

'Cause now I'm free from what you want
Now I'm free from what you need
Now I'm free from what you are

And when you wanted blood I cut my veins
And when you wanted love I bled myself again
Now that I've had my fill of you
I'll give you up forever
And here I go far away
I know you'll find another slave

'Cause now I'm free from what you want
Now I'm free from what you need
Now I'm free from what you are, yeah

Then a vision came to me
When you came along
I gave you everything
But then you wanted more

'Cause now I'm free from what you want
Now I'm free from what you need
Now I'm free from what you are, yeah

Now I'm free from what you are
Now I'm free from what you need
Now I'm free from what you are

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Audioslave

Audioslave was an American rock supergroup formed in Los Angeles, California, in 2001 and disbanded in 2007. The four-piece band consisted of then-former Soundgarden lead singer/rhythm guitarist, Chris Cornell, and then-former Rage Against the Machine members, Tom Morello (lead guitar), Tim Commerford (bass/backing vocals), and Brad Wilk (drums). Critics initially described Audioslave as an amalgamation of Soundgarden and Rage Against the Machine, but by the band's second album, Out of Exile, it was noted that they had established a separate identity. more »

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Written by: TIMOTHY COMMERFORD, CHRISTOPHER J. CORNELL, TOM MORELLO, BRAD J. WILK

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"What You Are" by Audioslave falls into the genres of Hard Rock and Alternative Rock.
Album
The song is part of Audioslave's self-titled debut album, released in 2002.
Band Members Contribution
Audioslave was a supergroup consisting of members from two popular bands - Soundgarden and Rage Against The Machine. The vocals for "What You Are" were provided by the Soundgarden's lead vocalist Chris Cornell, while Rage Against The Machine members Tom Morello, Tim Commerford, and Brad Wilk handled guitar, bass, and drums respectively.
Songwriting
All members of the band took part in the writing of "What You Are", demonstrating their collaborative approach to music.
Chart Performance
Despite not being released as a single, the song gained considerable popularity and managed to reach No. 17 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Fan Reaction
The song quickly became a fan favorite, particularly for its visceral, raw lyrics, and hard-hitting guitar riff.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "What You Are" are often interpreted as dealing with themes of self-realization and confronting personal demons.
Live Performances
Audioslave regularly performed "What You Are" as part of their live sets, indicating its importance within their overall discography.
Unique Sound
The song is known for its unique blend of hard rock and aggressive punk influences, combined with the soulful, wide-ranging vocals of Chris Cornell.
Legacy
Though the band Audioslave disbanded in 2007 and Chris Cornell passed away in 2017, "What You Are" continues to be celebrated and remembered by fans of the band.

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