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)
Big Fat
Anthrax Lyrics
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One more time comes my obsession
Like a mountain stream that ends in mud
I'm wading in waiting for the flood, sinking
You did
Left me hating, contemplating
Left me waning, slowly draining
Feet of clay that are stuck to the floor
I'm drinking strength for comic relief
While I'm growing super weak in the knees
You asked me can I deliver
Like a monster crossing the Hudson river, stomping
Big fat kill
Carrying the weight of the world
In my arms
I'm biting my tongue so much it hurts
But at the same time I'm at a loss for words
The things I've seen should've left me blind
So it makes me happy that I'm losing my mind, laughing
You asked me can I deliver
Like a monster crossing the Hudson river
The things I've seen should've left me blind
So it makes me happy that I'm losing my mind
The lyrics of Anthrax's song "Big Fat" speak to the singer's feelings of frustration and powerlessness in the face of an overbearing individual who has left him feeling drained and isolated. The imagery of a "mountain stream that ends in mud" and feet of clay stuck to the floor evoke a sense of being stuck in a stagnant and suffocating situation. The repeated refrain of "you asked me can I deliver like a monster crossing the Hudson river" highlights the intense pressure and expectation placed on the singer by this person or situation.
The second half of the song takes a more introspective turn, with the singer reflecting on the toll that this struggle has taken on his mental state. He describes himself as "losing his mind" but also finds a sense of humor in the absurdity of it all, laughing at the situation as a form of comic relief. Throughout the song, there is a sense of resentment and exhaustion towards this dominant force in the singer's life, but also a hint of admiration for their strength and power. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of grappling with the complicated and often contradictory emotions that come with a challenging and draining dynamic between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Looming large like a favorite son
I am dominating and influential, like a beloved child of the community.
One more time comes my obsession
Once again, my fixation takes over my thoughts and actions.
Like a mountain stream that ends in mud
I start out with a strong flow of energy and enthusiasm, but end up feeling sluggish and unsuccessful.
I'm wading in waiting for the flood, sinking
I am waiting and trying to stay afloat, but am slowly losing hope and feeling overwhelmed.
You did
You caused me pain and difficulty.
Left me hating, contemplating
Your actions have left me angry and deep in thought about my situation.
Left me waning, slowly draining
I am losing my energy and motivation over time, because of what you did to me.
Feet of clay that are stuck to the floor
I feel weighed down and trapped, unable to move forward.
And with vanity you want more
You are selfish and always seeking more, without consideration for others.
I'm drinking strength for comic relief
I am using humor to cope with my struggles and replenish my inner strength.
While I'm growing super weak in the knees
Despite my efforts to stay strong, I am becoming increasingly vulnerable and fearful.
You asked me can I deliver
You questioned my ability to succeed or meet your expectations.
Like a monster crossing the Hudson river, stomping
I am overcoming great obstacles and challenges, with force and determination.
Big fat kill
A destructive and deadly outcome or situation.
Carrying the weight of the world
I am shouldering immense responsibility and pressure.
In my arms
I am physically carrying or holding onto something heavy or valuable.
I'm biting my tongue so much it hurts
I am suppressing my true feelings or thoughts, causing physical discomfort and pain.
But at the same time I'm at a loss for words
Despite my inner turmoil, I am struggling to express myself or communicate effectively.
The things I've seen should've left me blind
The traumas or experiences I have encountered should have destroyed me or left me unable to function.
So it makes me happy that I'm losing my mind, laughing
Ironically, I find humor or joy in the fact that my mental state is deteriorating.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLIE L. BENANTE, FRANK JOSEPH BELLO, JOHN ROBERT BUSH, SCOTT IAN ROSENFELD
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on Now its dark
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