Chop Suey!
System of a Down · Toxicity [2001]
Wake up (wake up)
Grab a brush and put a little makeup
Hide the scars to fade away the shakeup (hide the scars to fade away the)
Why'd you leave the keys upon the table?
Here you go, create another fable
You wanted to
Grab a brush and put a little makeup
You wanted to
Hide the scars to fade away the shakeup
You wanted to
Why'd you leave the keys upon the table?
You wanted to
I don't think you trust
In my self-righteous suicide
I cry when angels deserve to die
Wake up (wake up)
Grab a brush and put a little makeup
Hide the scars to fade away the (hide the scars to fade away the shakeup)
Why'd you leave the keys upon the table?
Here you go, create another fable
You wanted to
Grab a brush and put a little makeup
You wanted to
Hide the scars to fade away the shakeup
You wanted to
Why'd you leave the keys upon the table?
You wanted to
I don't think you trust
In my self-righteous suicide
I cry when angels deserve to die
In my self-righteous suicide
I cry when angels deserve to die
Father (Father), Father (Father), Father (Father), Father (Father)
Father into your hands, I commend my spirit
Father, into your hands
Why have you forsaken me
In your eyes, forsaken me
In your thoughts, forsaken me
In your heart, forsaken me, oh
Trust in my self-righteous suicide
I cry when angels deserve to die
In my self-righteous suicide
Why cry when angels deserve to die?
Chop Suey!
Chop Suey! stands as a defining track from System of a Down's breakthrough 2001 album, Toxicity. The song showcases the band's signature blend of heavy metal aggression and unconventional songwriting structures. Serj Tankian's vocal performance shifts dramatically between a soft, melodic verse and an explosive, high-energy chorus, creating a dynamic contrast that became a hallmark of their sound. The recording features intricate guitar work and a driving rhythm section that propels the track through its complex arrangement. As one of the group's most recognizable compositions, it helped solidify their status as innovators within the alternative metal genre. The track remains a staple of their live performances and continues to resonate with listeners for its intense energy and unique musical identity.