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)
Be All End All
Anthrax Lyrics
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Not, another word
you'll know what to do
Right
In your face they see it
In their face you...
Take it
Make up their minds
Fight
Take your piece and hold it
Make your piece and
Stand up, you know what it means
Wake up, time to live your dreams
Down by,
Law and they can't hold you
Dictate and control you
Hold onto your ideas
Down by,
Law and no one owns you
And all the shit they've thrown you
Pay back is a real bitch
Nothing's ever easy when you do it yourself
All you can do is try
Life's not unfair, life's just life
Death not suicide
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
Think,
On your feet, and stay one step ahead
Break
Take your brain and use it
Take their mind and...
Change,
An attitude, like you'd change your shorts
Right !
In your face they see it
In their face you...
Stand up, you know what it means
Wake up, time to live your dreams
Down by,
Law and they can't hold you
Dictate and control you
Hold onto your ideas
Down by,
Law and no one owns you
And all the shit they've thrown you
Pay back is a real bitch
Nothing's ever easy when you do it yourself
All you can do is try
Life's not unfair, life's just life
Death not suicide
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
Always taking, always faking
Ignorance is so frustrating
Always taking, always faking
Ignorance is,
No way, no way, no way, no way out !
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
The lyrics of Anthrax's "Be All End All" encourage listeners to take control of their lives and their ideas by standing up against those who try to dictate or control them. The song emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and fighting for what one believes in. The repeated phrases "In your face they see it, In their face you... Take it" emphasize the idea of confronting those who oppose you, and "Down by, Law and they can't hold you, Dictate and control you" shows the band's rejection of authority that attempts to stifle individual expression.
The repeated refrain "Be all, and you'll be the end all" references the idea of being one's best self and reaching one's full potential. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their state of mind and find euphoria through living their dreams. The song ultimately suggests that life may not be easy, but being true to oneself and fighting for personal beliefs is essential to finding satisfaction and success.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes, no, yes, no
Ambivalence confusion, oscillating between choices
Not, another word
Shut up and take action
you'll know what to do
Trust in yourself
Right
Affirmation and reassurance
In your face, they see it
Showing your confidence and strength
In their face you... Take it
Responding to confrontation with resilience
Make up their minds
Motivating others to make a decision
Aggression turns the screws
Assertiveness leads to success
Fight
Persist and endure through obstacles
Take your piece and hold it
Believing in and valuing what you have
Make your piece and...
Create something of your own value
Stand up, you know what it means
Standing up for your values and beliefs
Wake up, time to live your dreams
Realizing that it's time to pursue your aspirations
Down by, Law and they can't hold you
Not allowing authority to hinder your potential
Dictate and control you
Not allowing others to manipulate you
Hold onto your ideas
Preserving your own perspectives and opinions
And all the shit they've thrown you
Enduring through the hardships caused by others
Payback is a real bitch
Retaliation can be harsh and unforgiving
Nothing's ever easy when you do it yourself
Independence can be challenging and complex
All you can do is try
Making an effort is better than nothing
Life's not unfair, life's just life
Life is neither good or bad, it just is
Death not suicide
Death is a natural, inevitable part of life
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Be the best version of yourself to achieve success
Life can be a real ball
Life can be enjoyable and exciting
State of mind
One's perspective and mentality
Euphoria
Feeling of intense happiness and excitement
Think, on your feet, and stay one step ahead
Being quick and adaptable in a changing environment
Break
Breaking through barriers and obstacles
Take your brain and use it
Utilize your intelligence to solve problems
Take their mind and...
Influence the mindset of others
Change, an attitude, like you'd change your shorts
Altering one's perspective can be as easy as changing clothes
Right!
Affirmation and reassurance
Always taking, always faking
Deceptive and greedy behavior is frustrating
Ignorance is so frustrating
Not knowing and remaining ignorant can hinder progress
No way, no way, no way, no way out !
Feeling trapped and overwhelmed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLIE L. BENANTE, DANIEL ALAN SPITZ, FRANK JOSEPH BELLO, JOSEPH A. BELLARDINI, SCOTT IAN ROSENFELD
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@1111starseed
Yes, no, yes, no
Not, another word
you'll know what to do
Right
In your face they see it
In their face you...
Take it
Make up their minds
Aggression turns the screws
Fight
Take your piece and hold it
Make your piece and
Stand up, you know what it means
Wake up, time to live your dreams
Down by,
Law and they can't hold you
Dictate and control you
Hold onto your ideas
Down by,
Law and no one owns you
And all the shit they've thrown you
Pay back is a real bitch
Nothing's ever easy when you do it yourself
All you can do is try
Life's not unfair, life's just life
Death not suicide
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
Think,
On your feet, and stay one step ahead
Break
Take your brain and use it
Take their mind and...
Change,
An attitude, like you'd change your shorts
Right !
In your face they see it
In their face you...
Stand up, you know what it means
Wake up, time to live your dreams
Down by,
Law and they can't hold you
Dictate and control you
Hold onto your ideas
Down by,
Law and no one owns you
And all the shit they've thrown you
Pay back is a real bitch
Nothing's ever easy when you do it yourself
All you can do is try
Life's not unfair, life's just life
Death not suicide
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
Always taking, always faking
Ignorance is so frustrating
Always taking, always faking
Ignorance is,
No way, no way, no way, no way out !
Be all, and you'll be the end all
Life can be a real ball
State of mind
Euphoria
@rd410pb
I never got why this song never got that much love. To me, this is one of their best.
@alishavotipka2268
Agreed
@NavarroSkyrim
I feel you man, this song is so underrated
@tomobrien1444
One of their best for me
I feel it all the way through and the strings at the start really sets it up
It's original and thoughtful
A lovely composition that shreds
@KvantVolshebnik
I agree with you too. I missed this song when I saw them live in 2013. From the album "State of Euphoria" - awesome but underrated Anthrax album! - they played only "Antisocial".
@marmaiden666
I think the same my favourite anthrax song
@NavarroSkyrim
This is by far the most underrated Anthrax song... one of the best thrash songs of all time
@WilderAutumnBlaze
I think I agree!
@joewhitaker3373
If you're a true thrash metal fan you have to respect anthrax and there legacy.đ€đ€
@stanwatty4263
So listen up cos you might get dissed.....NOT