War Pigs
Black Sabbath · Paranoid [2009]
Just like witches at black masses
Evil minds that plot destruction,
Sorcerer of death's construction
In the fields the bodies burning,
As the war machine keeps turning
Death and hatred to mankind,
Poisoning their brainwashed minds
Oh Lord Yeah!
Politicians hide themselves away
They only started the war
Why should they go out to fight?
They leave thier role to the poor, yeah
Time will tell on their empower minds,
Making war just for fun
Treating people just like pawns in chess,
Wait 'til their judgement day comes, yeah
Now in darkness world stops turning,
Ashes were the bodies burning
No more War Pigs have the power,
Hand of God has struck the hour
Day of judgement, God is calling
On their knees the War Pigs crawling,
Begging mercies for their sins
Satan, laughing, spreads his wings
Oh Lord Yeah!
War Pigs
War Pigs stands as a defining track in Black Sabbath's discography, serving as the title song for their 1970 album Paranoid. Released during the band's transition from blues-based rock to heavy metal, the recording features Ozzy Osbourne's distinctive vocals and the iconic 'Wooo' intro that became a staple of the genre. The song explores themes of war and political corruption, reflecting the social anxieties of the era. Its aggressive sound and extended structure influenced countless heavy metal bands that followed, cementing Black Sabbath's legacy as pioneers of the subgenre. The track remains a cornerstone of their catalog, frequently performed live and recognized for its atmospheric heaviness and melodic riffs.