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Scum of the Earth (song)

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Released
  
2000

Recorded
  
2000

Label
  
Geffen

Format
  
CD single

Length
  
2:55

Genre
  
Industrial metal nu metal

"Scum of the Earth" is a song by heavy metal musician Rob Zombie. It was originally featured on the Mission: Impossible II Soundtrack and later included on Zombie's album, The Sinister Urge as the lead single. It found considerable radio play upon release.

The song features an intense chorus featuring heavy guitars and a repetitive "hey!" chant. The final chorus culminates with female background vocals.

Rob Zombie guitarist Riggs formed a band in 2003, sharing the name with this song.

Personnel

  • Tom Baker - Mastering
  • Scott Humphrey - Producer, Programming, Mixing
  • Blasko - Bass
  • Riggs - Guitar
  • Tempesta - Drums
  • Rob Zombie - Vocals, Lyricist, Producer, Art Direction

    • References

    Scum of the Earth (song) Wikipedia
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