The band has released six studio albums, five of which have consecutively debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Disturbed went into hiatus in October 2011, during which the band's members focused on various side projects, and returned in June 2015, releasing their first album in four years, Immortalized, on August 21, 2015. They also recorded and released one live album, Disturbed: Live at Red Rocks on November 18, 2016, which was recorded on August 18, 2016 at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado, located about 10 miles west of Denver, Colorado. Their seventh studio album, Evolution, was released on October 19, 2018.
Before David Draiman joined Disturbed, guitarist Dan Donegan, drummer Mike Wengren, and bassist Steve "Fuzz" Kmak were in a band called Brawl with vocalist Erich Awalt. Before changing their name to "Brawl", however, Donegan mentioned in the band's DVD, Decade of Disturbed, that the name was originally going to be "Crawl"; they switched it to "Brawl", due to the name already being used by another band. Awalt left the band shortly after the recording of a demo tape; the other three members advertised for a singer. They posted an advertisement in the local music publication in Chicago, Illinois, called the "Illinois Entertainer". Draiman answered the advertisement after going to twenty other auditions that month. Guitarist Dan Donegan commented on Draiman: "You know, out of all the singers that we had talked to or auditioned, he [Draiman] was the only singer who was ready to go with originals. And that impressed me, just to attempt that".
With regard to Draiman being the singer for the band, Donegan said, "After a minute or two, he just starts banging out these melodies that were huge...I'm playing my guitar and I'm grinning from ear to ear, trying not to give it away that I like this guy, you know, because I don't want to, you know...[say] 'Yeah, we'll give you a call back. We'll, you know, discuss it.' But I was so psyched. Chill up my spine. I'm like, 'There is something here.'" As drummer Mike Wengren commented, "We clicked right off the bat." Draiman then joined the band in 1996 and the band was renamed Disturbed. When asked in an interview why he suggested to name the band "Disturbed," Draiman said, "It had been a name I have been contemplating for a band for years. It just seems to symbolize everything we were feeling at the time. The level of conformity that people are forced into was disturbing to us and we were just trying to push the envelope and the name just sorta made sense.
Disturbed headlined the 2018 Rock Fest, along with Godsmack and Incubus. The band announced via social media in early January of 2018 that they had entered the studio to begin recording their next studio album. In June 2018 lead guitarist Dan Donegan and bassist John Moyer confirmed with sources that the new album is complete, with 100% of the songs finished it is on to just mixing and mastering. Band members also posted a picture via Instagram together at a dinner party in celebration of completion of the recording process. The band's first album in over 3 years and the band’s first album in over 8 years to have bassist John Moyer being involved in.
The album, Evolution was released on October 19, 2018. On August 16, 2018, the lead single, titled "Are You Ready" was released. On September 21, 2018, the album's second single, titled "A Reason to Fight" was released.
Disturbed's mascot, named "The Guy", was originally just a drawing of a face with a large grin, as seen on the back of the album The Sickness. The original drawing of The Guy was then edited using a digital distorting program. After the original image had been distorted three times The Guy became the official mascot for the band. Later, he would be drawn as a full figure by artist David Finch.
Classified as a heavy metal or hard rock band, Disturbed is also regarded by some critics as nu metal and alternative metal. When asked about die-hard heavy metal fans not finding Disturbed heavy enough, Draiman at one time stated:
"We probably have too much melody going on or we're not quite as turbulent or caustic. While I really love that type of music, it's not what we try to do. If we have to place things in context, we're more hard rock than heavy metal these days. The secret is that we were never really part of any particular trend, although we definitely benefited from the popularity of what was called nu metal at the time ... We never had the stereotypical attributes that those bands had. We don’t rap; there’s no turntable involved; no fusion in that respect. We play, in my opinion, classic metal. Sabbath, Maiden, Priest, Metallica, Pantera: these are the bands that made us want to play."
They have often cited their influences as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Metallica, Pantera, Iron Maiden, Led Zeppelin, Queensryche, Nirvana, Alice in Chains and Soundgarden.
Guitarist Dan Donegan uses guitar tunings Drop C, Drop C# and Drop B (also occasionally Eb), which are lower tunings than regular E standard. These lower tunings allow for a heavier sound and quicker chord changes in Donegan's riffs. Donegan also uses subtle electronic effects, which the rest of the band refers to as "The Danny Donegan Orchestra".
Haunted
Disturbed Lyrics
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I'm better off alone
No one to turn to and nothing to call my own
Outspoken, so am I
Explosive words that your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're beaten, so am I
No medication can cure what has taken hold
You're hurting, so am I
When I awaken, remember why I've been running from your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
My blood is cold as ice
Or so I have been told
Show no emotion, and it can destroy your soul
Another sacrifice
To a tormentor your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're angered, so am I
A thousand fires burn
A land of darkness from which I cannot return
You're aching, so will I
When I awaken, discover that I have been damaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
You'll never be welcomed
Amongst the heartless monsters you surround yourself with
Feeding off the pain and misfortune of others
A maniacal universe of sub-human parasites
Thrown into a feeding frenzy at the smell of fresh blood
Open your eyes and see the creatures for what they are
A swirling mess of hatred and envy
Don't be naive enough to think you're unaffected
The conversion has already begun
You're frightened, so am I
A world of demons wait
Watching the movements and filling my heart with hate
You're burning, so will I
When I awaken, discover how I have been ravaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
Disturbed's haunting lyrics in "Haunted" describe the internal struggles of a person who is broken, beaten, and haunted by the world around them. The song captures the feelings of isolation and alienation caused by a world that is cruel and unforgiving. The lyrics suggest a sense of desperation as the singer tries to make sense of the chaos around them.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, highlighting the singer's sense of loneliness and abandonment. The repeated phrase "you're broken, so am I" creates a sense of solidarity between the singer and the listener, suggesting that many people feel the same way. The following lines, "I'm better off alone, no one to turn to and nothing to call my own," emphasize this sense of isolation.
The lyrics also describe the emotional impact of the external world on the singer, with lines like "dishonored by your world" and "haunted by your world." These phrases suggest that the singer feels victimized by a world that is harsh and unforgiving. The use of repetition underscores the sense of hopelessness felt by the singer, who seems trapped in a cycle of pain and despair.
Overall, "Haunted" is a powerful song that speaks to the human condition and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that can be oppressive and unforgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
You're broken, so am I
Both of us are damaged and struggling in our own ways.
I'm better off alone
I find it easier to deal with my problems on my own, without anyone else's interference.
No one to turn to and nothing to call my own
I have no one in my life that I can rely on, and I feel like I have no possessions or accomplishments to be proud of.
Outspoken, so am I
I speak my mind and express my feelings, even if they are explosive or difficult to understand.
Explosive words that your world wouldn't understand
The things I say are too raw and honest for your sheltered existence to comprehend.
Turn away again
You will most likely ignore or reject me, as you have done in the past.
You're beaten, so am I
We are both knocked down and defeated by the challenges we face.
I've got a heart of stone
I am emotionally numb and hardened to the pain and struggles of life.
No medication can cure what has taken hold
There is no easy fix for the deep-rooted problems that I am facing.
You're hurting, so am I
We are both experiencing emotional or physical pain in different ways.
When I awaken, remember why I've been running from your world
I know that I must escape from the pain and hardship that your world represents.
Dishonored by your world
Your world lacks the honor and morality that I value, and it has left me feeling disrespected and ignored.
My blood is cold as ice
I am emotionless and detached, as if my heart is frozen solid.
Or so I have been told
This is what others have said about me, rather than an actual representation of my current emotional state.
Show no emotion, and it can destroy your soul
Suppressing emotions can be incredibly damaging to a person's psyche and sense of self.
Another sacrifice
I must make another painful sacrifice to survive in your cruel world.
To a tormentor your world wouldn't understand
You and your world are the source of the torment that I must endure, but you would never fully comprehend the extent of your damage.
You're angered, so am I
We are both filled with an intense anger that threatens to consume us.
A thousand fires burn
My anger is so intense that it feels like a thousand flames are consuming me from within.
A land of darkness from which I cannot return
Your world is a bleak and cruel place that I fear I may never escape from.
You're aching, so am I
We are both feeling a deep sense of pain or longing within us.
When I awaken, discover that I have been damaged by your world
I must confront the reality that I have been scarred and damaged by my experiences in your world.
You'll never be welcomed
You are not capable of fitting in among respectable and honorable people due to your cruel nature.
Amongst the heartless monsters you surround yourself with
You have chosen to associate yourself with cruel and uncaring individuals, which has influenced your own heartless behavior.
Feeding off the pain and misfortune of others
You gain pleasure and satisfaction from watching others struggle and suffer.
A maniacal breed of sub-human parasites
Those who are cruel and heartless are like parasites, feeding off others and slowly destroying them.
Thrown into a feeding frenzy at the smell of fresh blood
The cruel and heartless are like sharks, eagerly attacking and destroying anyone who is vulnerable.
Open your eyes and see the creatures for what they are
You must recognize the cruel and heartless individuals around you for what they truly are.
A swirling mess of hatred and envy
The cruelty and heartlessness that infects your world is rooted in a deep-seated hatred and envy of others.
Don't be naive enough to think you're unaffected
Even if you are not actively participating in the heartlessness around you, it is still damaging you in ways that you may not be aware of.
The conversion has already begun
You are already being influenced by the heartlessness and cruelty around you, and it will only get worse unless you take action to remove yourself from that environment.
You're frightened, so am I
Our experiences in the heartless and cruel world have left us both deeply afraid.
A world of demons wait
Your world is filled with demons, both real and metaphorical, that seek to harm and destroy you.
Watching the movements and filling my heart with hate
The demons in your world are watching and waiting for you to make a mistake, so they can use it as an opportunity to hurt you.
You're burning, so am I
We are both filled with a fiery anger and hatred that threatens to consume us.
When I awaken, discover how I have been ravaged by your world
I must confront the painful truth of how your world has destroyed me, and decide how I am going to move forward from that damage.
Dishonored by your world
Your world has stripped me of my honor and self-respect, leaving me feeling dishonored and worthless.
Your world
Throughout the song, the singer is referring to the dark and cruel world that the listener exists within, which has damaged and haunted them in a variety of ways.
I'm haunted by your world
The damage and trauma inflicted by your world has left a lasting impact on me, and I am haunted by those experiences.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Draiman, Dan Donegan, Mike Wengren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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You're broken, so am I
I'm better off alone
No one to turn to and nothing to call my own
Outspoken, so am I
Explosive words that your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're beaten, so am I
I've got a heart of stone
No medication can cure what has taken hold
You're hurting, so am I
When I awaken, remember why I've been running from your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
My blood is cold as ice
Or so I have been told
Show no emotion, and it can destroy your soul
Another sacrifice
To a tormentor your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're angered, so am I
A thousand fires burn
A land of darkness from which I cannot return
You're aching, so am I
When I awaken, discover that I have been damaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
You'll never be welcomed
Amongst the heartless monsters you surround yourself with
Feeding off the pain and misfortune of others
A maniacal breed of sub-human parasites
Thrown into a feeding frenzy at the smell of fresh blood
Open your eyes and see the creatures for what they are
A swirling mess of hatred and envy
Don't be naive enough to think you're unaffected
The conversion has already begun
You're frightened, so am I
A world of demons wait
Watching the movements and filling my heart with hate
You're burning, so am I
When I awaken, discover how I have been ravaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
@TrippyRicky
LYRICS:
You're broken, so am I
I'm better off alone
No one to turn to and nothing to call my own
Outspoken, so am I
Explosive words that your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're beaten, so am I
I've got a heart of stone
No medication can cure what has taken hold
You're hurting, so am I
When I awaken, remember why I've been running from your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
My blood is cold as ice
Or so I have been told
Show no emotion, and it can destroy your soul
Another sacrifice
To a tormentor your world wouldn't understand
Turn away again
You're angered, so am I
A thousand fires burn
A land of darkness from which I cannot return
You're aching, so will I
When I awaken, discover that I have been damaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
You'll never be welcomed
Amongst the heartless monsters you surround yourself with
Feeding off the pain and misfortune of others
A maniacal universe of sub-human parasites
Thrown into a feeding frenzy at the smell of fresh blood
Open your eyes and see the creatures for what they are
A swirling mess of hatred and envy
Don't be naive enough to think you're unaffected
The conversion has already begun
You're frightened, so am I
A world of demons wait
Watching the movements and filling my heart with hate
You're burning, so will I
When I awaken, discover how I have been ravaged by your
World
Dishonored by your world
Your world
I'm haunted by your world
Source: LyricFind
Songwriters: Dan Donegan / David Draiman / Mike Wengren
Haunted lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc
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Indestructible is genuinely one of the best heavy metal albums ever recorded.
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@mynameistooolongtofi
As someone with mental health issues, this song is inspiring.
Keep being awesome, Disturbed - been a fan since I was 13, and that won't change for the future.
@GabrielRodriguez-yr3md
😞 and thanks and you're welcome
@inari4402
🖤👍
@Brandon-bh7pj
You and me both brother.