Metal on Metal
Six Feet Under Lyrics


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Metal on metal, it's what I crave
The louder the better I'll turn in my grave
Metal on metal, ears start to bleed
Cranking it up, fulfilling my need

Metal on metal, shakin' the place
Blows back your hair, caves in your face
Metal on metal, feeling the grind
Up go the hammers, a victim to find
Metal on metal, heads start to bang
Denim and leathers, chains that clang

Keep on rockin', keep on rockin'
To this metal tonight
Keep on pounding, keep on pounding
Join the heavy metal fight

Metal on metal gets you so high
Excitement and action won't pass you by
Metal on metal, the hardened breed
True to the end, a fire to feed

Metal on metal, heat starts to rise
Kickin' it out with screams and cries
Metal on metal never will die
Parties and concerts keep it alive

Metal on metal, it's the only way
To hell with tomorrow, let's live for today

Keep on rockin', keep on rockin'
To this metal tonight
Keep on pounding, keep on pounding
Join the heavy metal fight, heavy metal fight

Metal on metal, metal on metal
Metal on metal, metal on metal
Metal on metal, metal on metal




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Metal on metal

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Six Feet Under's song "Metal on Metal" are a celebration of heavy metal music and its powerful impact on its listeners. The song opens with the assertion that "Metal on metal, it's what I crave," declaring the singer's passion for the genre. As the song progresses, the lyrics describe the physical and emotional effects of heavy metal, with lines like "Metal on metal, ears start to bleed" and "Metal on metal, feeling the grind." The song also captures the camaraderie and community of heavy metal fans, as seen in the lines "Denim and leathers, chains that clang" and "Parties and concerts keep it alive." Throughout the song, the refrain of "Keep on rockin', keep on pounding" encourages listeners to embrace the power of heavy metal and join the "heavy metal fight."


Overall, "Metal on Metal" is an anthem for heavy metal fans around the world, celebrating the genre's raw power and the connection it fosters between performers and listeners. The lyrics describe the physical, emotional, and social impact of heavy metal, painting a vivid picture of the passion and energy that characterizes the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Metal on metal, it's what I crave
I have an insatiable desire for the sound of metal clashing against metal.


The louder the better I'll turn in my grave
The louder and more intense the metal music is, the more I will enjoy it even after I die.


Metal on metal, ears start to bleed
The extreme volume of the metal music causes my ears to bleed, but I don't mind.


Cranking it up, fulfilling my need
Turning up the volume of the metal music fulfills my need for the intense sound.


Metal on metal, shakin' the place
The intense vibrations from the metal music shakes the entire venue, making it a truly immersive experience.


Blows back your hair, caves in your face
The sheer force of the metal music blows back your hair and makes your face cave in slightly, but it's worth it to experience the intensity of the music.


Metal on metal, feeling the grind
As I listen to metal music, I experience the intense and gritty sound of metal grinding against metal.


Up go the hammers, a victim to find
The sound of metal on metal is created by the hammers striking an object, and it feels intense and almost violent. It's like the sound is finding a victim to take down with it.


Metal on metal, heads start to bang
The driving beat of metal music makes my head start to rhythmically bang along with the music.


Denim and leathers, chains that clang
The dress code of heavy metal fans typically involves denim and leather clothing, with chains clanging as they move. It's a part of the entire culture of metal music and its fans.


Keep on rockin', keep on rockin' To this metal tonight Keep on pounding, keep on pounding Join the heavy metal fight
This is a call to keep the music playing and continue to rock out to metal music tonight. It's an invitation to join the counterculture of heavy metal and to keep it alive.


Metal on metal gets you so high
The experience of listening to metal music is comparable to getting high, with a euphoric rush of adrenaline and excitement.


Excitement and action won't pass you by
If you're listening to metal music, you won't miss out on any of the excitement or action, as the music is full of intense energy and emotion.


Metal on metal, the hardened breed
Metal music is often associated with a certain type of person - someone who is tough, hardened, and rebellious. It appeals to those who don't conform to society's norms.


True to the end, a fire to feed
Metal fans are committed to the music and the culture, and have a passion that never dies. It's like a fire that constantly needs to be fed with more music and experience.


Metal on metal, heat starts to rise
As the music intensifies, so does the heat and energy of the crowd. It's something you can feel in the air as you listen to the music.


Kickin' it out with screams and cries
The intensity of the music and the crowd creates an experience that is like a release of emotion. It can be like screaming and crying, as people let go of their inhibitions and fully embrace the moment.


Metal on metal never will die
Despite the ups and downs of the music industry, metal music will never die. It has a dedicated fan base and a culture that will always emerge.


Parties and concerts keep it alive
Metal music depends on the live experience to truly come alive. The parties and concerts that surround metal culture are what keep it thriving and evolving.


Metal on metal, it's the only way To hell with tomorrow, let's live for today
The only way to truly experience life is through the intensity of metal music. It's a call to forget about the future and embrace the present moment, living life to the fullest.




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