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.
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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)
The One That Kills the Least
Slipknot Lyrics
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I mirror what I love
With what I hate
Empty ways can cloud your eyes
I only know because I tried
So come with me
Come with me
There's no better time to play the game
I don't want to give it away
Underneath the citadels
Buried deep with your guilt and regrets
Leading in the dark, everything is wonderful
I don't care, I don't want to forget
When is it a crime, It's none of your business
I prefer to be in hell by myself
Turn the other cheek, and tell it to somebody who
Refuses to forgive,
When nothing was taken
No one else survives
I've seen you live, now watch me die
But we don't see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Alone in here, I realize
The one that kills the least still kills us all
Hidden in the rubble
Everybody's got a story to tell
What do I need? Eliminate the possible
All that's left is a man in a cell
Maybe I'm wrong, maybe a decision is
The better way to go, the better way to be
I've got my demon, go get your own
Save another number, don't forget to hate me
No one else survives
I've seen you live, now watch me die
But we don't see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Alone in here, I realize
The one that kills the least still kills us all
No one else survives
I've seen you live, now watch me die
But we don't see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Lost in here, I realize
That the one that kills the least still killed us all
The one that kills the least still kills us all
The one that kills the least still kills us all, all, all, all
The lyrics to Slipknot's "The One That Kills the Least" describe a sense of detachment and nihilism in the face of a world filled with pain and suffering. The singer seems to have given up caring about anything or anyone, mirroring both the love and hate found in their surroundings. They recognize the destructive potential of human nature, where even those who may not intend to harm can still contribute to the destruction.
The song then turns to a call to action, gathering contestants to play the game of life. However, the game is rigged, and the only certainty is death. The singer contemplates the futility of trying to escape from guilt and regret, recognizing that they are buried deep within our own citadels. They question what is considered a crime, and whether it is any of anyone else's business, preferring to be alone in their own hell. The song ends with the realization that even those who kill the least still contribute to the destruction of the world.
Overall, "The One That Kills the Least" presents a bleak outlook on humanity, condemning both our violent nature and the apathy that allows it to continue.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't seem to care today
I am indifferent today
I mirror what I love
I reflect my affections
With what I hate
And also my dislikes
Empty ways can cloud your eyes
Superficial things can deceive you
I only know because I tried
I've experienced it myself
So come with me
Join me
Let's meet our contestants
Let's see who's competing
There's no better time to play the game
Now is the best time to participate
I don't want to give it away
I don't want to reveal too much information
Underneath the citadels
Beneath the fortresses
Buried deep with your guilt and regrets
Your remorse and shame kept hidden
Leading in the dark, everything is wonderful
Feeling confident despite the lack of knowledge
I don't care, I don't want to forget
I don't mind, I don't want to lose the memory
When is it a crime, It's none of your business
When it is a wrongdoing, it's not your concern
I prefer to be in hell by myself
I'd rather be alone in misery
Turn the other cheek, and tell it to somebody who
Don't waste my time, tell someone else who
Refuses to forgive,
Won't let go of their resentment
When nothing was taken
When there was no harm done
No one else survives
No one else makes it through
I've seen you live, now watch me die
I've witnessed your existence, so see me perish
But we don't see the writing on the wall
But we don't notice the impending doom
And as I close my eyes
As I am dying
Alone in here, I realize
I am by myself and now understand
The one that kills the least still kills us all
Even the smallest harm can lead to destruction for everyone
Hidden in the rubble
Concealed among the debris
Everybody's got a story to tell
Everyone has their own experiences to share
What do I need? Eliminate the possible
What do I require? Remove the alternatives
All that's left is a man in a cell
Only a person locked up remains
Maybe I'm wrong, maybe a decision is
Possibly I'm mistaken, perhaps a choice is
The better way to go, the better way to be
The preferred path, the ideal lifestyle
I've got my demon, go get your own
I have my own problems, deal with your own
Save another number, don't forget to hate me
Save a spot for someone else, don't forget to despise me
Lost in here, I realize
Confused and trapped, I comprehend
That the one that kills the least still killed us all
Even a seemingly insignificant act can cause destruction for all
The one that kills the least still kills us all
A minor offense has the potential to lead to devastation for everyone
The one that kills the least still kills us all, all, all, all
A small harm can still have significant consequences for every individual
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: COREY TAYLOR, JAMES ROOT
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@endofmediocrity6277
Slipknot - “The One That Kills The Least” lyrics
I don’t seem to care today
I mirror what I love
With what I hate
Empty ways can cloud your eyes
I only know because I’ve tried
So come with me, come with me
Let’s meet our contestants
There’s no better time to play the game
I don’t want to give it away
Underneath the citadels
Buried deep with your guilt and regrets
Leading in the dark, everything is wonderful
I don’t care, I don’t want to forget
Why is it a crime?
It’s none of your business
I prefer to be in hell by myself
Turn the other cheek
And tell it to somebody
Who refuses to forgive
When nothing was taken
No one else survives
I’ve seen you live, now watch me die
But we don’t see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Alone in here, I realize
The one that kills the least still kills us all
Hidden in the rubble
Everybody’s got a story to tell
What do I need? Eliminate the possible
All that’s left is a man in a cell
Maybe I’m wrong
Maybe a decision is
The better way to go
The better way to be
I’ve got my demons
Go get your own
Save another number
Don’t forget hate me
No one else survives
I’ve seen you live, now watch me die
But we don’t see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Alone in here, I realize
The one that kills the least still kills us all
No one else survives
I’ve seen you live, now watch me die
But we don’t see the writing on the wall
And as I close my eyes
Alone in here, I realize
The one that kills the least still kills us all
The one that kills the least still kills us all
The one that kills the least still kills us all
@MR_MIRTH
LYRICS
I don’t seem to care today. I mirror what I love with what I hate.
Empty ways can cloud your eyes. I only know because I tried.
So come with me… come with me…
Let’s meet our contestants! There’s no better time to play the game!
I don’t want to give it away! Underneath the citadels…
Buried deep with your guilt and regrets
Leading in the dark, everything is wonderful
I don’t care- I don’t want to forget
Why is it a crime? It’s none of your business
I prefer to be in hell by myself
Turn the other cheek and tell it to somebody who
Refuses to forgive, when nothing was taken
No One Else Survives- I’ve Seen You Live, Now Watch Me Die
But We Don’t See The Writing On The Wall
And As I Close My Eyes- Alone In Here, I Realize
The One That Kills The Least Still Kills Us All
…Hidden in the rubble, everybody’s got a story to tell
What do I need? Eliminate the possible
All that’s left is a man in a cell
Maybe I’m wrong, maybe a decision is
The better way to go, the better way to be
I’ve got my demons- Go Get Your Own
Save another number- don’t forget to hate me
No One Else Survives- I’ve Seen You Live, Now Watch Me Die
But We Don’t See The Writing On The Wall
And As I Close My Eyes- Alone In Here, I Realize
The One That Kills The Least Still Kills Us All
No One Else Survives- I’ve Seen You Live, Now Watch Me Die
But We Don’t See The Writing On The Wall
And As I Close My Eyes- Lost In Here, I Realize
The One That Kills The Least Still Kills Us All
The One That Kills The Least Still Kills Us All
The One That Kills The Least Still Kills Us
ALL ALL ALL ALL
@AnthroGuitarist
Easily the most underrated song from The Gray Chapter.
@imadeyoureadthis.9743
***** It's a great song. all the songs from .5: are a masterpiece and should be hits.
@napdog23
The burden or override has to be the most under rated Maggot
@roberthernandez8514
+Nathan Edwards I agree... But what I can't decide is which one I like more... I think I'd go with The Burden
@drakehallgren7121
The burden, Override, If Rain Is What You Want, Goodbye, Nomadic?
@lenooliveira5891
Overide, for sure, it's the one of the must underated song from .5TGC. (If rain is what you want and KillPop comes next)
@angrymcplatipus123
Who else liked the songs on this album a lot more after listening a few times?
@angrymcplatipus123
I'm not saying I disliked them the first time, but I definitely didn't like them nearly as much as I do now.
@nikothehandsomejackass5776
me
@thedewboyzz
Same. It took me almost a year to really appreciate this album.