ATWA

System of a Down · Toxicity [2001]

Hey you, see me, pictures crazy,

All the world I've seen before me passing by,

I've got, nothing, to gain, to lose,

All the world I've seen before me passing by,



You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore.



Hey you, are me, not so pretty,

All the world I've seen before me passing by,

Silent my voice, I've got no choice

All the world I've seen before me passing by,



You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore

I don't see, anymore,

I don't hear, anymore,

I don't speak anymore,

I don't feel.



Hey you, see me, pictures crazy,

All the world I've seen before me passing by,

I've got, nothing, to gain, to lose,

All the world I've seen before me passing by,



You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore,

You don't care about how I feel,

I don't feel it anymore

I don't sleep, anymore,

I don't eat, anymore,

I don't live anymore,

I don't feel.

ATWA

ATWA stands as a defining track on System of a Down's 2001 masterpiece, Toxicity. The song showcases the band's signature ability to blend heavy metal aggression with unconventional rhythmic structures and political undertones. Serj Tankian's vocal delivery shifts seamlessly between melodic singing and intense shouting, creating a dynamic contrast that drives the recording forward. The title itself serves as a phonetic representation of the Armenian word for 'no,' reflecting the band's frequent exploration of their heritage and identity within their broader discography. As part of an album that revitalized alternative rock, this track exemplifies the group's experimental approach to songwriting and production. It remains a staple of their live performances, highlighting the enduring power of their unique sonic landscape and the critical acclaim that cemented their status in modern rock history.