In 1995, JUNGLE ROT released their first full-length demo/album, "Skin The Living", to rave reviews. This, coupled with the bands explosive live performances, led to a recording deal in 1998 with Pulverizer Records. They immediately released their second full-length album, "Slaughter The Weak", which helped them garner a rabid underground following. After enjoying promising and successful sales from the record, JUNGLE ROT was let down when Pulverizer Records closed it's doors. At this time, independent label Pavement Records stepped up and re-released "Slaughter The Weak" for the band.
Proving that they were one of the hardest working bands in the underground scene, JUNGLE ROT survived numerous lineup changes, kept playing shows and wrote new material. Some of this material, along with some classic choice cover songs, was recorded for the EP entitled "Darkness Foretold", released by cult magazine/label SOD. JUNGLE ROT's relentless touring and aggressive self-promotion caught the attention of Olympic Recordings, who quickly offered them a deal. Their third album, "Dead And Buried", further showed what this dynamic unit have to offer and exposed them to a larger, broader audience.
In 2004 came the release of JUNGLE ROT's 4th album, "Fueled by Hate", on Century Media/Olympic Recordings. Probably their strongest effort yet, this album should be no disappointment to any real metal fan. The year 2005 sees the band celebrating their 10 year anniversary with even more member changes and consistent touring including their first trek overseas to slaughter European audiences.
JUNGLE ROT released "War Zone", in June 2006 on Crash Music and embarked on a tour shortly following the release. Staying with the formula of memorable songs and catchy grooves, while still having the heaviness to live up to and exceed the current requirements for extreme music, JUNGLE ROT continued its legacy of uncompromising and straightforward aggression for years to come, which finally earned them a new recording deal with the Austrian label Napalm Records in late 2008.
Like a thundering battle tank the Americans JUNGLE ROT move into position at the front lines to bring their latest weapon into action. "What Horrors Await" consists of a commando troop of intense grooves, killer double bass, and brutally deep growls, which sound-off incomparably over the roaring of the combat action. Threatening and with a never-before heard intensity, the guitar riffs, not unlike deadly fusillades, provide the listener with barely enough time to take cover from the impending inferno. One thing is for sure, metal veterans and new recruits will fall in without batting an eye, as "What Horror Awaits" delivers crushing old school death metal, leaving nothing but a blood-soaked battlefield in its wake.
They are also now signed to the label Victory Records.
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Low Life
Jungle Rot Lyrics
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Reality you cannot see
In the gutter with vermin and diseased
You're such a mess don't look at me
Turn your head, I cannot look into your face
Shut your mouth before I put you in your place
Choices you have made
Put you in this state
Are withering away
In the eyes of the world you are a low life
In the eyes of the world you are a low life
Ignore the truth
You cannot take the pain
You only have yourself to blame
When it comes to life you always lose the game
Trying to change but staying the same
In the eyes of the world you are a low life
Dark side of your soul is your only source of light
Ignorance is in your mind you cannot break
Your life has been a social mistake
Counting on no one except for myself
Everything in life I got with no help
You're hands are reached out
Want me to take hold
Because of you, my heart has grown cold
You're time has passed
Now accept your own fate
Want to start over, but it's too late
Bullet in the chamber
Please squeeze on the trigger
There is nothing left for you to configure
Ignorance in your mind you cannot break
Your life has been a social mistake
In the eyes of the world you are a low life
The song "Low Life" by Jungle Rot is a scathing critique of someone who is seen as unworthy, unsavory, and untrustworthy, both in their own eyes and in the eyes of the world. The lyrics suggest that the person being addressed is living in squalor, surrounded by filth, and unable to see the truth of their situation. The singer refuses to even look at this person, considering them such a mess that they cannot stand to be in their presence. The person being addressed is said to have made certain choices that have resulted in their current state of despair, and their hopes and dreams have withered away.
The song also suggests that this individual is trying to change but is ultimately ineffective, as they remain the same despite their efforts. They are seen as a "social mistake" and are counting on no one but themselves. The song suggests that this person's time has passed and that it is too late for them to start over. The lyrics are harsh and unyielding, and the chorus repeats the phrase "In the eyes of the world you are a low life," as an indictment of this person's character and place in society.
Overall, the song is a powerful statement about the frustration and anger that can arise when faced with someone who seems to be beyond help, and it is a reminder of how damaging our own choices can be.
Line by Line Meaning
You are a low life and always will be
You are a person of low character and this will always be your identity.
Reality you cannot see
You are blind to the truth of the world around you.
In the gutter with vermin and diseased
You are living amongst the filth with other repulsive and sick individuals.
You're such a mess don't look at me
You are in such a state of disarray that I cannot even bring myself to look at you.
Turn your head, I cannot look into your face
I cannot bear to see the expression on your face, so please turn away.
Shut your mouth before I put you in your place
You should keep quiet or I will have to teach you some manners.
Choices you have made
The choices that you have made in your life have brought you here.
Put you in this state
The choices that you made have led to your current condition.
Hopes and dreams
What you once aspired to achieve.
Are withering away
Your dreams and hopes are gradually fading and dying.
In the eyes of the world you are a low life
You are viewed by society as a person of low standing.
Ignore the truth
You choose to disregard the reality of your situation.
You cannot take the pain
You are not strong enough to endure the hardships of life.
You only have yourself to blame
You are accountable for the choices that you have made and the resulting consequences.
When it comes to life you always lose the game
In the grand scheme of things, you always come up short in life.
Trying to change but staying the same
You attempt to change but remain in the same state of being.
Dark side of your soul is your only source of light
The only thing you find solace in is the negative aspects of your character.
Ignorance is in your mind you cannot break
You are ignorant by choice and cannot seem to overcome this.
Your life has been a social mistake
Your existence is considered a blunder in social terms.
Counting on no one except for myself
You rely on no one but yourself.
Everything in life I got with no help
You achieved everything without assistance from others.
You're hands are reached out
You are seeking help from others.
Want me to take hold
You desire that I offer a helping hand.
Because of you, my heart has grown cold
Your actions have caused me to become emotionally hardened.
You're time has passed
Your opportunity to turn things around has elapsed.
Now accept your own fate
It is time for you to come to terms with what has become of your life.
Want to start over, but it's too late
You wish to begin anew, but it is now impossible.
Bullet in the chamber
There is a loaded bullet in the gun's chamber.
Please squeeze on the trigger
Please shoot me.
There is nothing left for you to configure
There is no hope left for you to make any sort of improvement to your situation.
Contributed by Chloe B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stefan Kulfon
LOVE IT
76JensStaschel
5/5!!! classic!!!!
Tiger Mane
accidental suicide, afterlife and acrophet 3 amazing bands from wis.
Tim Crouch
started in 1994. good old school stuff.
Thomas Hamann
:-) nice
Josh Walker
I'm gonna have to disagree with warwick. Missouri is the metal haven.
ivi129075
were that band albums can dowenload?!
djmm1397
@rayjobob thrash is fast this seems pretty slow compared to thrash...
Legion635
@MrSlitwrist88 hell yeah missouri native!