Metal
Nine Inch Nails · Other Songs - Nine Inch Nails
And I'm frightened by the liquid engineer
Like you
My mallory heart
Is sure to fail
I could crawl around the floor
Just like I'm real
Like you
The sound of metal
I want to be
You
I should learn to be man
Like you
Plug me in
And turn me on
Oh everything is moving here
I need my treatment
It's tomorrow they send me
Singing "I am an American"
Do you?
Picture this
If I should make the change
I'd love to pull the wires from the wall!
Did you?
And who are you?
And how can I try?
Here inside I like the metal
Don't you?
All I know, is no one dies
I'm still confusing love with need
Metal
Metal stands as a defining track from Nine Inch Nails, capturing the raw intensity that propelled Trent Reznor to the forefront of industrial rock. Released in 1989, the song showcases the band's signature blend of distorted guitars, mechanical percussion, and Reznor's emotive vocal delivery. It remains a staple of their live performances, often serving as an explosive opener that sets the tone for their heavier, more aggressive sound. The recording exemplifies the minimalist yet powerful production style that characterized their early work, bridging the gap between alternative rock and electronic experimentation. As a key song in their discography, Metal highlights the group's ability to craft anthemic, high-energy compositions that resonate with fans of the genre.