We're Nothing But Pawns

Nasum · Human 2.0 [2000]

In the world where we live

We're nothing but pawns

A tool of their trade

A brick in the wall

- Nothing but pawns



We are nothing - only tools

Disposable and easy to get

We got fucked, we are such fools,

We saw the hook and swallowed the bait



They fool us, seduce us, buy us, use us

Defuse us, smash us, kill us, trash us



In the world where we live

We're nothing but pawns

A tool of their trade

A brick in the wall

- Nothing but pawns

We're Nothing But Pawns

From the 2000 album Human 2.0, Nasum delivers 'We're Nothing But Pawns,' a relentless track that epitomizes their signature blend of brutal death metal and industrial aggression. The song features the band's characteristic distorted riffs and guttural vocals, creating an atmosphere of mechanical dread that defines their early discography. Released during a pivotal era for the group, the recording showcases their ability to fuse heavy metal with electronic elements, establishing a sound that would influence the grindcore and industrial metal scenes. The track stands as a powerful example of Nasum's commitment to high-energy, uncompromising musicality, capturing the raw intensity of their live performances and studio output from the late 1990s and early 2000s.