A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation

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About A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation

"A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation", often referred to as "Gunshot", is a song by American heavy metal band Trivium. Written by Matt Heafy and Corey Beaulieu, both of whom perform vocals and guitars on the track, it was featured on the band's second studio album Ascendancy in 2005. The song was also released as a promotional single in May 2005, with an accompanying music video following in September. "Gunshot" is often cited as one of the band's most popular songs, and has been performed at live shows consistently since its release.  


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You starve your children on neglect
Then feed their bellies with fear
Concussion bat to the brain
Witness to a battered mother

Your abuse will end right here
No longer will your family fear
A gunshot to head of trepidation
My promise if you ever lay a finger

Just look at the scars you make
Your terror makes your kids break
A broken home just as you were raised
With fist raised up to your children

Your abuse will end right here
No longer will your family fear
A gunshot to head of trepidation
My promise if you ever lay a finger

This battle is on all
You've made beautiful
Now hateful
You wretched life wrecker
Abuser
Now suffer

Open fire
On the desire of the man
Open fire
With strife we'll strike down the hand
(Open fire, build the pyre)
If I can't make you see the damage you've made
(Open fire, build the pyre)
I'll make you wish you'd never been alive x2

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Trivium

Trivium is an American heavy metal band from Orlando, Florida, formed in 2000. Signed to Roadrunner Records, the band has released five studio albums, eleven singles, and twelve music videos. Their latest album, In Waves was released on August 9, 2011. more »

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Written by: COREY BEAULIEU, JASON SUECOF, MATTHEW HEAFY, PAOLO GREGOLETTO, TRAVIS SMITH

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation" by Trivium comes from their second album, "Ascendancy," released in 2005.
Composition
This song, like many of Trivium's, is often recognized for its metallic sound, potent vocals, and complex guitar work.
Chart Performance
"A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation" secured the top spot on SiriusXM's Liquid Metal Countdown when it was released.
Music Video
The music video of the song features the band performing in a cage while spectators watch and cheer, and there's a subplot about two girls trapped in a deranged childhood world.
Band Members
The band members responsible for this song are frontman Matt Heafy, lead guitarist Corey Beaulieu, bassist Paolo Gregoletto, and drummer Travis Smith.
Lyrics Themes
Like several other tracks on the "Ascendancy" album, "A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation" addresses topics like fear, anxiety, and overcoming adversity.
Tour Presence
This particular song has been a consistent part of Trivium's set list during their global tours, and it is often well received by fans during live performances.
Evolution of Trivium's Sound
"A Gunshot to the Head of Trepidation" marks an early example of the band's evolving sound, incorporating elements of thrash, metalcore, and melodic death metal, all of which have become their signature.
Song Recognition
The song is recognized as one of the heavier tracks by Trivium and is a fan-favorite due to its beautiful combination of melodic choruses, heavy riffs, and powerful scream vocals.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised the song for showcasing Trivium's technical proficiency, songwriting abilities, and potential for great things in the heavy metal genre.

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