Sweet Leaf (Black Sabbath Cover)
Six Feet Under · Graveyard Classics [2000]
Won't you listen?
When I first met you didn't realize
I can't forget you or your surprise
You introduced me to my mind
And left me wanting you and your kind
I love you. Oh you know it
My life was empty forever on a down
Until you took me showed me around
My life is free now, my life is clear
I love you sweet leaf - though you can't hear
Come on now - try it out
Straight people don't know what you're about
They put you down and shut you out
You gave to me a new belief
And soon the world will love you sweet leaf
Sweet Leaf (Black Sabbath Cover)
Six Feet Under's rendition of Black Sabbath's 'Sweet Leaf' appears on the 2000 compilation Graveyard Classics, highlighting the death metal band's engagement with classic heavy metal anthems. This cover showcases the group's ability to reinterpret foundational rock tracks through their signature aggressive lens, bridging the gap between old-school Sabbath riffs and modern death metal intensity. The track stands alongside other notable covers on the album, such as renditions of AC/DC and Deep Purple, demonstrating the band's broad appreciation for rock history. By tackling such an iconic song, Six Feet Under pays homage to the genre's roots while asserting their own place within the metal canon. The recording serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Black Sabbath on subsequent generations of heavy music artists.