Am I Evil?
Metallica · Garage Inc. (explicit) CD2
Thankless little bitch, for the tears i cried
Take her down now, don't want to see her face
All blistered and burnt, can't hide my disgrace
Twenty-seven, everyone was nice
Gotta see 'em make 'em pay the price
See their bodies out on the ice
Take my time
Am i evil? yes, i am
Am i evil? i am man, yes, i am
As i watched my mother die, i lost my head
Revenge now i sought, to break with my bread
Taking no chances, you come with me
I'll split you to the bone, help set you free
Twenty-seven, everyone was nice
Gotta see 'em, make 'em pay the price
See their bodies out on the ice
Take my time
Am i evil? yes, i am
Am i evil? i am man, yes, i am, ooh
On with the action now, i'll strip your pride
I'll spread your blood around, i'll see you ride
Your face is scarred with steel, wounds deep and neat
Like a double dozen before ya, smells so sweet
Am i evil? yes, i am
Am i evil? i am man
I'll make my residence, i'll watch your fire
You can come with me, sweet desire
My face is long forgot, my face not my own
Sweet and timely whore, take me home
Am i evil? yes, i am
Am i evil? i am man
Solo!
My soul is longing for, await my heir
Sent to avenge my mother, sweep myself
My face is long forgot, my face not my own
Sweet and timely whore, take me home
Am i evil? yes, i am
Am i evil? i am man
Am i evil? yes, i fucking am
Am i evil? i am man, yeah
Am I Evil?
Metallica's cover of Rainbow's 'Am I Evil?' stands as a definitive example of the band's mastery over classic heavy metal. Originally recorded for the 1998 compilation Garage Inc., this track showcases the group's ability to reinterpret established anthems with their signature intensity. The recording features a powerful vocal performance that captures the dramatic weight of the original while infusing it with the aggressive energy characteristic of Metallica's live shows. As part of their extensive catalogue of covers, the song highlights the band's deep respect for the genre's foundations. It remains a staple in their discography, demonstrating how the quartet could honor the legacy of 1970s hard rock while maintaining their own distinct sonic identity within the broader metal landscape.