Slipknot is well known for its attention-grabbing image, aggressive style of music, and energetic and chaotic live shows. The band rapidly rose to fame following the release of their eponymous debut album in 1999. The 2001 follow-up album, Iowa, although darker in tone, made the band more popular. After a brief hiatus, Slipknot returned in 2004 with Vol. 3: The Subliminal Verses, before going on another hiatus and returning in 2008 with its fourth album, All Hope Is Gone, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. After another long hiatus, Slipknot released its fifth studio album, .5: The Gray Chapter, in 2014. Their sixth studio album, We Are Not Your Kind, was released on August 9, 2019. Their seventh studio album, The End, So Far, was released on September 30, 2022. The band has released two live albums titled 9.0: Live and Day of the Gusano: Live in Mexico, a compilation album titled Antennas to Hell, and five live DVDs. The band has sold 30 million records worldwide.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slipknot_(band)
Studio albums
Slipknot (1999)
Iowa (2001)
Vol. 3: The Subliminal Verses (2004)
All Hope Is Gone (2008)
.5: The Gray Chapter (2014)
We Are Not Your Kind (2019)
The End, So Far (2022)
08. Pulse Of The Maggots
Slipknot Lyrics
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The test subjects run the experiment
And the bastard you know is the hero you hate
But cohesing, it's possible if we try
There's no reason, there's no lesson, no time like the present
Tell me right now, what have you got to lose?
What have you got to lose? Except your soul?
Who's with us?
My right, and it's unconditional
I can only be as real as I can
The disadvantage is, i never knew the plan
This isn't just a way to be a martyr
I can't walk alone any longer
I fight for the ones who can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried!
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots!
I won't be the inconsequential
I won't be the wasted potential
I can make it as severe as I can
Until you realize, you'll never take a stand
It isn't just a one sided version
We've dealt with a manic subversion
I won't let the truth be perverted
And I wont leave another victim deserted
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots!
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
We fight 'till no one can fight us
We live and no one can stop us
We pull when we're pushed too far
And the advantage is, the bottom line is
We never had to fight in the first place
We only had spit back in their face
We won't walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us only makes us stronger
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots!
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
The opening lines of Slipknot's "Pulse of the Maggots" indicate the bleakness and lack of hope in contemporary society. Here, the "hope" referred to is not simply wishful thinking, but the genuine belief that things can improve in the future, that society is evolving in a positive direction. Instead, the "test subjects run the experiment," and it appears that the "bastard" we once considered an enemy is now our hero. The lyrics here suggest that our societal situation has become so desperate that the only solution is to embrace chaos and destruction.
However, the song offers an alternative solution to this bleak state of affairs. The singer suggests that by coming together and working towards a common goal, we can "cohere" the chaos into something positive. The lyrics urge listeners to take action in the present moment, as there is no "reason" or "lesson" for waiting any longer. If we don't act now, there may not be any "soul" left to save. The singer declares their commitment to fighting for the unconventional, supporting the underdog, and never giving up the fight.
The chorus repeats the phrase "We are the pulse of the maggots!" which highlights Slipknot's appropriation of maggots as a symbol of underdogs, outsiders, and the marginalized. By identifying with this image, the band suggests that they are giving voice to those who are ignored or silenced by mainstream society. The repeated call-and-response towards the end of the song, where the band demands listeners to affirm their willingness to fight together, furthers this sense of solidarity and shared purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the year where hope fails you
The current time period is causing people to lose optimism
The test subjects run the experiment
The people who are usually experimented on are now in charge
And the bastard you know is the hero you hate
The person you despise is now seemingly likable
But cohesing, it's possible if we try
To function together as a group is possible with some effort
There's no reason, there's no lesson, no time like the present
There is no explanation or purpose for the current situation, but it is important to act now
Tell me right now, what have you got to lose?
What is there to lose in taking action?
What have you got to lose? Except your soul?
The only thing you can risk losing is your integrity
Who's with us?
Who is willing to join us in our cause?
I fight for the unconventional
I advocate for those who deviate from the norm
My right, and it's unconditional
I have the right to do so and am not obligated to conform
I can only be as real as I can
I can only express my true beliefs and personality
The disadvantage is, i never knew the plan
The drawback is that I do not have a set strategy
This isn't just a way to be a martyr
My actions are not just to become a martyr or a hero
I can't walk alone any longer
I cannot continue to act alone
I fight for the ones who can't fight
I fight for those who are unable to defend themselves
And if I lose, at least I tried!
Even if I am unsuccessful, I will have attempted to make a difference
(We) we are the new diabolic
We are unorthodox and often viewed as evil
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
We are resentful and envious of those in power
If I have to give my life, you can have it
I am willing to sacrifice myself for our cause
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots!
We are the vital force that drives progress
I won't be the inconsequential
I will no longer be insignificant or helpless
I won't be the wasted potential
I will not squander my talents or potential
I can make it as severe as I can
I will do everything in my power to make an impact
Until you realize, you'll never take a stand
Until you recognize the problem, you will never take action
It isn't just a one sided version
There is more than one perspective to consider
We've dealt with a manic subversion
We have experienced and overcome extreme opposition
I won't let the truth be perverted
I will not allow the facts to be twisted or distorted
And I wont leave another victim deserted
I will not abandon another person who has been wronged
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you comprehend and agree with our message?
Say it again say it again (we wont die)
Reiterate that we will not be defeated
We fight 'till no one can fight us
We will continue to resist until no one opposes us
We live and no one can stop us
We are determined to keep living and thriving
We pull when we're pushed too far
We will fight back when we are pushed too hard
And the advantage is, the bottom line is
The ultimate benefit is that we never had to fight in the first place
We never had to fight in the first place
If we had been accepted from the beginning, we never would have needed to rebel
We only had spit back in their face
Our only option was to resist with whatever small gestures we had available
We won't walk alone any longer
We will gain support and fight together from now on
What doesn't kill us only makes us stronger
The hardships we face will only make us more durable and resilient
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISTOPHER FEHN, COREY TAYLOR, CRAIG JONES, JAMES ROOT, JAMES DONALD ROOT, MICHAEL CRAHAN, MICHAEL SHAWN CRAHAN, MICKAEL THOMSON, NATHAN JORDISON, NATHAN J JORDISON, PAUL GRAY, PAUL D GRAY, SID WILSON, SIDNEY WILSON
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LYRICS:
This is the year where hope fails you
The test subjects run the experiments
And the bastards you know, is the hero you hate
But cohesing is possible if we strive
There's no reason, there's no lesson
No time like the present, telling you right now
What have you got to lose, what have you got to lose
Except your soul? Just listen
I fight for the unconventional
My right, and it's unconditional
I can only, be as real as I can
Because advantages, I never knew the plan
This isn't the way just to be a martyr
I can't, walk alone any longer
I fight, for the ones that can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
I won't, be the inconsequential
I won't, be the wasted potential
I can make it, as severe as I can
Until' you realize, I'll never take a chance
It isn't, just one side aversion
We've dealt, with a meanies diversion
And I won't, let the truth be perverted
I won't let another victim deserted
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
We fight, for the ones who can't fight us
We live, and no one can't stop us
We pulse, with a push too far
And the advantages are but a malice
We never, had to fight in the first place
We only, had to spit back at their face
We won't, walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us, only makes us stronger
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
@lisalabar7262
@Nate 5 As a matter of fact, I just looked up the line-up, for the lack of memory lol! Hartford X-Finity Center-Here it is:Line-up
Main stage
Black Sabbath
Rob Zombie
Deftones
Slayer
Primus featuring Buckethead
System of a Down
Godsmack
2nd stage
Drain STH
Fear Factory
Static-X
Hed PE
Pushmonkey
Slipknot
Puya
Flashpoint
Apartment 26
@gokhanceken
Lyrics:
This is the year where hope fails you
The test subjects run the experiments
And the bastards you know, is the hero you hate
But cohesing is posssible if we strive
Theres no reason, theres no lesson
No time like the present, telling you right now
What have you got to lose, what have you got to lose
Except your soul...who's with us!
I fight for the unconventional
My right, and its unconditional
I can only, be as real as i can
The disadvantage is
I never knew the plan
This isn't the way just to be a martyr
I cant, walk alone any longer
I fight, for the ones who can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
I won't, be the inconsequential
I won't, be the wasted potential
I can make it, as severe as I can
Until you realize
You'll never take a stand
It isn't, just a one-sided version
We've dealt, with a manic subversion
And I won't, let the truth be perverted
And I won't leave another victim deserted
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Do you understand? (yes)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
We fight til no one can fight us
We live, and no one can stop us
We pull when we're pushed too far
And the advantages is
The bottom line is
We never, had to fight in the first place
We only, had to spit back at their face
We won't, walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us, only makes us stronger
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Do you understand (yes)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
Say it again say it again (we won't die)
@jamesjordan5769
Slipknot - Pulse Of The Maggots (Lyric)
This is the year where hope fails you
The test subjects run the experiments
And the bastards you know, is the hero you hate
But cohesing is possible if we strive
There's no reason, there's no lesson
No time like the present, telling you right now
What have you got to lose, what have you got to lose
Except your soul? Just listen
I fight for the unconventional
My right, and it's unconditional
I can only, be as real as I can
Because advantages, I never knew the plan
This isn't the way just to be a martyr
I can't, walk alone any longer
I fight, for the ones that can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
I won't, be the inconsequential
I won't, be the wasted potential
I can make it, as severe as I can
Until' you realize, I'll never take a chance
It isn't, just one side aversion
We've dealt, with a meanies diversion
And I won't, let the truth be perverted
I won't let another victim deserted
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
We fight, for the ones who can't fight us
We live, and no one can't stop us
We pulse, with a push too far
And the advantages are but a malice
We never, had to fight in the first place
We only, had to spit back at their face
We won't, walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us, only makes us stronger
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
@alaslipknot
We fight til no one can fight us
We live, and no one can stop us
We pull when we're pushed too far
And the advantages is
The bottom line is
We never, had to fight in the first place
We only, had to spit back at their face
We won't, walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us, only makes us stronger
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
@rageineden9816
Pulse of the Maggots
Slipknot
LYRICS
This is the year where hope fails you
The test subjects run the experiments
And the bastards you know, is the hero you hate
But cohesing is possible if we strive
There's no reason, there's no lesson
No time like the present, telling you right now
What have you got to lose, what have you got to lose
Except your soul? Just listen
I fight for the unconventional
My right, and it's unconditional
I can only, be as real as I can
Because advantages, I never knew the plan
This isn't the way just to be a martyr
I can't, walk alone any longer
I fight, for the ones that can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
I won't, be the inconsequential
I won't, be the wasted potential
I can make it, as severe as I can
Until' you realize, I'll never take a chance
It isn't, just one side aversion
We've dealt, with a meanies diversion
And I won't, let the truth be perverted
I won't let another victim deserted
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
We fight, for the ones who can't fight us
We live, and no one can't stop us
We pulse, with a push too far
And the advantages are but a malice
We never, had to fight in the first place
We only, had to spit back at their face
We won't, walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us, only makes us stronger
We, we are the new diabolic
We, we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life you can have it
We, we are the pulse of the maggots
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Do you understand?
(Yes)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
@iEmmo
[Intro]
This is the year where hope fails you
The test subjects run the experiments
And the bastards you know is the hero you hate
But cohesion is possible if we try
There's no reason, there's no lesson
No time like the present, tell me right now
What have you got to lose?
What have you got to lose except your soul?
Who's with us?
[Verse 1]
I fight for the unconventional
My right and it's unconditional
I can only be as real as I can
The disadvantage is I never knew the plan
This isn't just a way to be a martyr
I can't walk alone any longer
I fight for the ones who can't fight
And if I lose, at least I tried!
[Chorus]
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots
[Verse 2]
I won't be the inconsequential
I won't be the wasted potential
I can make it as severe as I can
Until you realize you'll never take a stand
It isn't just a one-sided version
We've dealt with a manic subversion
I won't let the truth be perverted
And I won't leave another victim deserted
[Chorus]
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots
[Post-Chorus]
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
[Guitar Solo]
....
[Bridge]
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
[Verse 3]
We fight 'til no one can fight us
We live and no one can stop us
We pull when we're pushed too far
And the advantage is, the bottom line is
We never had to fight in the first place
We only had to spit back at their face
We won't walk alone any longer
What doesn't kill us only makes us stronger
[Chorus]
(We) we are the new diabolic
(We) we are the bitter bucolic
If I have to give my life, you can have it
(We) we are the pulse of the maggots
[Post-Chorus]
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
(Do you understand?) Yes
[Outro]
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
Say it again, say it again
(We won't die)
@Barca4ever-nw8gx
The energy is so liberating. People who don't listen this type of music will never understand.
@jcountry05
That's why we usually have the best mental health usually unlike non metal listeners
@TVINC.
LIBERATE. BANANAS.
@cminchey0909
It’s the only reason why we tolerate them as much as we do it turns the volume down in all maggots
This is are anthem to life
@Kovafox89
RIP Joey Jordison.He will always be in our hearts and headphones.
@Kkarlton
Do you think Joey and the Rev are having a drum battle where ever they are? I sure hope so
@Kovafox89
@my house I really hope so man.
We might not know each other, but i can honestly tell you Rev’s death hit me harder. I was drinking Guiness beers a couple of days ago, reminiscing Rev and saying to my girlfriend that it was Rev’s favorite beer, and that i’m hoping they’re both good now, chilling and having drum sessions. What a coincidence. Thanks for your awesome comment. Take care.
@offxcialtoddo
@Axel Fox much love bro🙌
@Kovafox89
@Ashley Tødd Best regards bro 🤜🏻 🤛🏻
@nathanmaybee596
Yo, wtf when did he die