Machine Gun Man
Zakk Wylde · Other Songs - Zakk Wylde
What's he got to live for
Tossed in the shuffle of everyday war
Searchin' for some trouble
Which I'm sure he will find
Spend your whole life fightin' son
Meet your dyin' time
It's a shame
It's a shame
The trigger be his only friend
It's a shame, oh yeh
But it ain't never gonna end
He's a bucketful of hate
That don't give a damn
What fate awaits the machine gun man?
Well, he ain't got no future
And he ain't got no plan
What fate awaits the machine gun man?
I can't see tomorrow
And I don't see today
Trail of confusion done leadin' my way
They say the only thing worth killin' Lord
Be killin' time
I say the only soul worth savin' now Mama
Resavin' mine
It's a shame
It's a shame
The trigger be his only friend
It's a shame, oh yeh
But it ain't never gonna end
He's a bucketful of hate
That don't give a damn
What fate awaits the machine gun man?
Well, he ain't got no future
And he ain't got no plan
What fate awaits the machine gun man?
He keeps shootin' mama like any old fool would do
Lord, the life he be leadin' ain't the one he has to choose
As he walks on out that door
Mama breaks down to cry
As she waves the machien gun man
Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye, goodbye...
Machine Gun Man
Zakk Wylde's 'Machine Gun Man' stands as a defining track within the heavy metal genre, showcasing his signature blend of technical proficiency and aggressive vocal delivery. Recorded during the mid-1990s, the song exemplifies the raw energy and melodic heaviness characteristic of Wylde's solo career, which often drew inspiration from his work with Black Sabbath and his own theatrical approach to rock. The recording captures the essence of the era's power metal and hard rock movements, featuring complex guitar riffs and a driving rhythm section that demands attention. As a staple in Wylde's discography, the track remains a powerful representation of his ability to fuse classic metal influences with modern production techniques, cementing his reputation as a formidable force in the metal community.