Raining Blood [Live, Canada 11/86]
Slayer · Soundtrack To The Apocalypse [2003]
A lifeless object, alive
Awaiting reprisal
Death will be their acquittance
The sky is turning red
Return to power draws near
Fall into me, the sky's crimson tears
Abolish the rules made of stone
Pierced from below, souls of my treacherous past
Betrayed by many, now ornaments dripping above
Awaiting the hour of reprisal
Your time slips away
Raining blood!
From a lacerated sky
Bleeding its horror
Creating my structure
Now I shall reign in blood!
Raining Blood [Live, Canada 11/86]
Slayer's "Raining Blood" stands as a defining anthem of thrash metal, originally recorded live in Canada in November 1986. The track exemplifies the band's signature style, characterized by relentless speed, technical precision, and a raw, aggressive energy that helped propel them to global prominence. Featured on the 2003 compilation "Soundtrack To The Apocalypse," this recording captures the intensity of their live performances during a pivotal era in the genre's history. The song remains a staple of the band's discography, frequently performed at concerts and cementing their legacy as pioneers of the metal scene. Its enduring popularity reflects the power of its composition and the band's ability to deliver high-octane music that resonates with fans across generations.