The band is recognized as pioneers of the grindcore genre, blending elements of crust punk and death metal. They are known for their noise-filled sound, characterized by distorted, down-tuned guitars, grinding overdrive bass, high-speed tempo, blast beats, and vocals consisting of incomprehensible growls or high-pitched shrieks. Their songs are exceptionally short, often featuring sociopolitical lyrics. Napalm Death gained substantial influence in the global metal community with the release of their debut album "Scum" in 1987, which was issued by Earache Records. Notably, their track "You Suffer" holds the Guinness World Record for the shortest recorded song, lasting a mere 1.316 seconds.
Over the years, Napalm Death has released sixteen studio albums and is recognized by Nielsen SoundScan as the seventh-best-selling death metal band in the United States.
Studio albums
Scum (1987)
From Enslavement to Obliteration (1988)
Harmony Corruption (1990)
Utopia Banished (1992)
Fear, Emptiness, Despair (1994)
Diatribes (1996)
Inside the Torn Apart (1997)
Words from the Exit Wound (1998)
Enemy of the Music Business (2000)
Order of the Leech (2002)
The Code Is Red...Long Live the Code (2005)
Smear Campaign (2006)
Time Waits for No Slave (2009)
Utilitarian (2012)
Apex Predator - Easy Meat (2015)
Throes of Joy in the Jaws of Defeatism (2020)
Got Time to Kill
Napalm Death Lyrics
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Somewhere between a state of good intention and pathos - no worries!
I've got time to kill!
Wear my bleeding heart on a discerning sleeve,
The mind is there but the spirit's weak - time to worry!
When the time is killing concern.
Redemption - unsolved.
Riding on the perseverance of others with armchair ideology.
I'm a link in a chain of strength.
Destructive inner fatigue corroding our effectiveness.
Got to kick myself into gear,
Instead of shrinking from activity.
I've got time to kill my concern!
The song "Got Time to Kill" by Napalm Death is an introspective and thought-provoking exploration of the struggle between good intentions and a sense of apathy or helplessness. The opening lines describe a state of limbo or inaction, where the singer is somewhere between a desire to do good and a feeling of sadness or hopelessness. However, the singer is quick to point out that despite this feeling, there is no need for worry - there is plenty of time to kill.
The second stanza expands upon this idea, with the singer suggesting that he wears his heart on his sleeve, but is struggling with a sense of weakness or inadequacy. The lyrics hint at a feeling of guilt or pressure to do more, but again reassure the listener that there is no need to worry, as time is still available to address these concerns.
The final lines of the song offer a call to action, urging the singer to kick himself into gear and stop shrinking from activity. The overall message of the song seems to be one of self-reflection and personal accountability, with the singer acknowledging the destructive inner fatigue that can undermine a person's effectiveness, but ultimately choosing to take responsibility for his own actions and thoughts.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I wallow, in an air,
At times, I find myself in a state of deep contemplation, somewhere between well-intentioned ideas and sadness. No need to worry though!
I've got time to kill!
I have plenty of time to spare and nothing to do with it.
Wear my bleeding heart on a discerning sleeve,
I openly express my emotions and intentions, but only to those who are worthy and understanding of them.
The mind is there but the spirit's weak - time to worry!
I have a sound mind, but my willpower and determination are lacking, which is a cause for concern.
When the time is killing concern.
Sometimes having too much time on one's hands can lead to overthinking and anxiety.
Presumption, an assumption.
Jumping to conclusions without sufficient evidence or reasoning.
Redemption - unsolved.
I have yet to find a solution to the problem of redemption or making up for past mistakes.
Riding on the perseverance of others with armchair ideology.
I rely on the determination and efforts of others to make a difference, while my own contributions are limited or theoretical.
I'm a link in a chain of strength.
My efforts, no matter how small, are part of a larger force for good.
Destructive inner fatigue corroding our effectiveness.
Feeling tired or burnt out can have a negative impact on our ability to make progress and achieve our goals.
Got to kick myself into gear,
I need to motivate myself and push myself harder to make a difference.
Instead of shrinking from activity.
I should stop avoiding tasks and situations and face them head-on.
I've got time to kill my concern!
I have the luxury of spending time overcoming my doubts and worries, and I should take advantage of that opportunity.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARK PETER GREENWAY, SHANE THOMAS EMBURY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Incruento
Sometimes I wallow, in an air,
Somewhere between a state of good intention and pathos - no worries!
I've got time to kill!
Wear my bleeding heart on a discerning sleeve,
The mind is there but the spirit's weak - time to worry!
When the time is killing concern.
Presumption, an assumption.
Redemption - unsolved.
Riding on the perseverance of others with armchair ideology.
I'm a link in a chain of strength.
Destructive inner fatigue corroding our effectiveness.
Got to kick myself into gear,
Instead of shrinking from activity.
I've got time to kill my concern!
GENA BREZHNEV
VERY BEST ALBUM VERY BEST BAND AWESOME STUFF AMAZING RIFFS
Callum Graham
This album is so awesome
Cristiano Pregnolato
The best napalm death album
Incruento
Sometimes I wallow, in an air,
Somewhere between a state of good intention and pathos - no worries!
I've got time to kill!
Wear my bleeding heart on a discerning sleeve,
The mind is there but the spirit's weak - time to worry!
When the time is killing concern.
Presumption, an assumption.
Redemption - unsolved.
Riding on the perseverance of others with armchair ideology.
I'm a link in a chain of strength.
Destructive inner fatigue corroding our effectiveness.
Got to kick myself into gear,
Instead of shrinking from activity.
I've got time to kill my concern!
alleygh0st
I know in the booklet it's "wallow", but he actually says "sometimes I linger, somewhere between a state..."
And at the end instead of "shrinking" it's "shirking".
(Got to kick myself into gear, instead of shirking from activity)
Thx for putting up the lyrics anyway!
Yodeling Burrito
Got time to kill!
Sometimes… sometimes… sometimes… sometimes…
the cast of rocko’s modern life surrounds me slowly while sentimental music starts Sometiiiiiiiiiiimes….
zakur0hako
I think this is my favorite ND song
Israel Penaloza
GOT TIME TO KILL!!!!!
Skinshrink
YESSSSSSSS!
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