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TopicSnake Ranks Anything Horror Related Vol. 3 *RANKINGS*
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10/16/18 11:23:12 AM
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66. Slipknot - The Virus of Life (17 points)
Nominated by: Johnbobb (4/6 remaining)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDGUvMBQg1c" data-time="


Importance: 3
Fear: 5
Snake: 9

Slipknot's catalog is full of songs meant to shock and scare the listener, and The Virus of Life is one of their best in that regard. Corey Taylor's whispered, sinister vocals in the verses contrasted with the screaming vocals of the chorus shows a considerable release of anger and frustration, and depending on how you interpret the song, could be seen as the song's protagonist unleashing said anger on some unsuspecting victim or unobtainable love interest. The opening verse definitely sounds to me like some creepy stalker following a woman he can't have, with bad intentions crowding his thoughts. However, The Virus of Life could also be referring to drug addiction, its invisible dangers to give us false security and happiness. Whatever you interpret it as, there's no denying its rather dark meaning either way. The fantastic drumming and industrial riffs give the track a great atmosphere with the latter creating an interesting duality to tie into the lyrics. Little touches like the disturbing moans at the end really put the cherry on top of a great song that's sure to catch any listener's attention.
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