I dedicate this post to my brother, who is one of the biggest Tool fans I know. I myself am not overly crazy about them, but I do love these two tracks. I get chills every single time I hear either one or the combination of both.
Tool — “Parabol” and “Parabola,” from the album Lateralus (2001).
Everything about this song is perfect, and I could listen to it on repeat all day, but what really sells it for me are these lyrics:
“The ruler of the kingdom that ends up the pawn,
So tired of thinking of where it all went wrong,
Friendships they come and go and sometimes they end,
Wouldn’t dream in a million years that this would be one of them.
Faith in the life, belief to the end,
Failure’s not an option, but the options exist,
I gave up my everything, I give till I bleed,
Take it all, take everything just take it from me.”
❤
HellYeah — “Moth,” from the album Blood for Blood (2014).
Legitimately, I should just do an “Album of the Week” instead, because I would highly recommend that everyone listen to All I Was from beginning to end. I borrowed it from my brother and it hasn’t left my CD player in a week. He’s not getting it back until I have my own copy (currently on its way to my house, thanks to Amazon.com).
However, I will stick to the “Song of the Week” thing and give y’all my favorite track
Mark Tremonti — “Leave It Alone,” from the album All I Was (2012).
Despite being off their first record, this is my “new” favorite song by Alter Bridge. I listen to it every day at work ❤
Alter Bridge – “Watch Your Words,” from the album One Day Remains (2004).
I adore this song so much! It’s fun, a little funky, and has a nice guitar solo thrown into the mix. Definitely one of my favorites to sing along with.
Ludo – “Love Me Dead,” from the album You’re Awful, I Love You (2008).
I chose this song in honor of Almost Kings’ seventh birthday! ❤
Almost Kings – “Porn Star,” from the album Filthy Nice (2009).
I couldn’t resist! A little holiday cheer for my followers 🙂
The DiCamillo Sisters ft. Jimmy Pop – “But Why Is It So Cold?” (2008).
In early 2013, I saw Almost Kings open for Sevendust. They ended their set with this track and front man Bryan Bozeman dedicated it to the Alabama Crimson Tide, who had defeated Notre Dame in January for the national title. I think it is fitting that this song again be applied to the Tide after their performance on Saturday against Missouri. Congratulations to the 2014 SEC Champions!!!!!
Almost Kings – “Unstoppable,” from the album Filthy Nice (2009).
There are two main reasons this is my choice for song of the week, besides the fact that I just love it and despite the fact that it’s four years old.
First, the Velcro Pygmies were mentioned on “College Gameday” two weeks ago, right before the Alabama/Mississippi State game.
Second, the Iron Bowl was this weekend. The Alabama Crimson Tide brought home the victory, and they are now on their way to the SEC Championship game and potentially, another national title shot. So I thought this track, which is dedicated to the Tide, would be perfect. ❤
Velcro Pygmies – “Alabama Love” (2010).
I love this song and the video! ❤
The Rasmus – “In the Shadows,” from the album Dead Letters (2003).
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