Anthrax is an American heavy metal band from New York City, formed in 1981 … Read Full Bio ↴Anthrax is an American heavy metal band from New York City, formed in 1981 by rhythm guitarist Scott Ian and bassist Dan Lilker. The group is considered one of the leaders of the thrash metal scene from the 1980s and is part of the "Big Four" of the genre, along with Metallica, Megadeth and Slayer. They were also one of the first thrash metal bands (along with Overkill and Nuclear Assault) to emerge from the East Coast. The band has released 11 studio albums, several other albums, and 26 singles, including collaborating on a single with American hip hop group Public Enemy. According to Nielsen SoundScan, Anthrax sold 2.5 million records in the United States from 1991 to 2004, with worldwide sales of 10 million. Four of the band's studio albums have also achieved gold certifications by the RIAA, including their third full-length record Among the Living (1987), which cemented Anthrax's reputation as one of the most successful thrash metal bands.

Anthrax's lineup has changed numerous times over their career, leaving Ian as the only constant member of the band. The band has had a revolving cast of singers and lead guitarists, including Neil Turbin, John Bush, Dan Spitz and Rob Caggiano. Since 2013, the band has consisted of Ian, drummer Charlie Benante, bassist Frank Bello, vocalist Joey Belladonna and lead guitarist Jonathan Donais. Ian and Benante (who replaced one-time drummer Greg D'Angelo in 1983) are the only two members to appear on every album, while Bello has been a member of Anthrax since 1984, replacing original bassist Dan Lilker. After two stints in Anthrax, from 1984 to 1992 and again from 2005 to 2007, Belladonna returned to the band in 2010.

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Studio albums
Fistful of Metal (1984)
Spreading the Disease (1985)
Among the Living (1987)
State of Euphoria (1988)
Persistence of Time (1990)
Sound of White Noise (1993)
Stomp 442 (1995)
Volume 8: The Threat Is Real (1998)
We've Come for You All (2003)
Worship Music (2011)
For All Kings (2016)

604
Anthrax Lyrics

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Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
She's so fat
Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
She's so fat

Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating
She's so fat

6...0...4... Katrina!

Can't stop eating
Can't stop eating

Can't stop eating
She's so fat

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Anthrax's song 604 are controversial and can be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's perception. Some people view it as offensive due to the use of the word "fat," which is often associated with body shaming. However, others speculate that the song is about addiction and compulsive behavior. The repeated phrase "Can't stop eating" suggests a lack of control over a particular behavior. The line "6...0...4... Katrina!" could be a reference to a person or a specific incident related to addiction.

The song's lyrics might also be seen as a commentary on society's obsession with body image and the unrealistic expectations placed on individuals when it comes to physical appearance. The line "She's so fat" can be seen as a direct criticism of such unfair expectations. The song could be interpreted as a message of self-acceptance and moving away from societal pressure to conform to a certain body type.

Line by Line Meaning

Can't stop eating
The subject is unable to control their excessive eating habits.

Can't stop eating
The subject continues to consume food compulsively.

Can't stop eating
The subject has an insatiable appetite.

She's so fat
The subject is significantly overweight.

Can't stop eating
The subject's behavior is compulsive and uncontrolled.

Can't stop eating
The subject is still consuming food excessively despite negative consequences.

Can't stop eating
The subject is continuing this behavior despite harmful effects on their health.

She's so fat
The subject's excessive eating has led to significant weight gain.

Can't stop eating
The subject's problematic eating habits persist.

Can't stop eating
The subject is unable to stop consuming food compulsively.

Can't stop eating
The subject's eating behavior is uncontrollable and excessive.

She's so fat
The subject's weight gain is emphasized again.

6...0...4... Katrina!
The number 604 is repeated, possibly referencing an area code while 'Katrina' may be a person's name or event.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLIE L. BENANTE, FRANK JOSEPH BELLO, JOHN ROBERT BUSH, SCOTT IAN ROSENFELD

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