Death Rattle
Pantera · Original Album Series [2011]
Depleted from years of abuse
Death rattle shaking
And there's no faking, undertaking
Pressure point, rigor mortis
Induce, grasp of poison hands
Death rattle shaking
From years of compulsive mistaking
Death rattle shakes
Disease of eyes, the addict blindfold, reduced to
The realms of death
Death rattle shaking
Accumulating life it's taking
Death rattle shakes
I've seen the end, and there is no light.
Like deadly snakes, death rattle shakes
Death Rattle - Pantera
"Death Rattle" is a track from Pantera's 2011 compilation, Original Album Series, which reissues classic material from the band's influential career. The song exemplifies the heavy, groove-oriented thrash metal style that defined Pantera's early work, featuring the band's signature tight rhythm section and Phil Anselmo's aggressive vocals. Released alongside other iconic tracks like "Cemetery Gates" and "Domination," this recording highlights the band's transition from glam metal to the heavier sound that would eventually define the groove metal genre. As part of the band's extensive discography, the song serves as a testament to their impact on 1980s and 1990s metal music, capturing the raw energy and technical proficiency that made them a cornerstone of the scene.