Ego Brain
System of a Down · Steal This Album! [2002]
Drifting on a stream, a stream
Consciously it seems
All of what remains
Ego brain,
Man-made shame,
Shame,
Love after it rains.
You see my pain is real
Watch my world dissolve,
And pretend that none of us see the fall
As i turn to sand
You took me by the hand
And declared that love prevails over all
I am just a man
Fighting other men
For land, for land
While i turn to sand
In spite of the pain
Ego brain
Man-made shame
Shame, love after it rains
You see my pain is real
Watch my world dissolve
And pretend that none of us see the fall
As I turn to sand
You took me by the hand
And declared that love prevails over all
All of what remains,
Ego brain,
Man-made shame
Shame, love after it rains
You see my pain is real
Watch my world dissolve
And pretend that none of us see the fall
As i turn to sand
You took me by the hand
And declared that love prevails over all.
Love after it rains...
Ego Brain
System of a Down's "Ego Brain" stands as a defining track from their 2002 album *Steal This Album!*, showcasing the band's signature blend of post-grunge and alternative metal. The song features the group's characteristic high-energy delivery, blending heavy riffs with melodic hooks that became central to their public image during the early 2000s. Written by Serj Tankian, the track explores themes of self-doubt and internal conflict, delivered through Tankian's distinctive vocal range which oscillates between soaring leads and gritty growls. As a staple of their discography, the recording exemplifies the chaotic yet structured production style that helped System of a Down achieve widespread recognition and influence within the modern rock landscape.