Alright, let's talk about some of the biggest, most famous heavy metal songs ever. These aren't just any old tunes - we're talking about the ones that pretty much everyone knows, even if they're not huge metal fans. These songs are like the big dogs of metal, you know? They've been around forever and they're still awesome.
Let's kick it off with "Master of Puppets" by Metallica. This song is a beast - it's like 8 minutes long and it's just epic from start to finish.
It came out in '86 and people went nuts for it. It's got this creepy intro, then it gets all complicated with the timing, and don't even get me started on the guitar solos. The lyrics are pretty heavy too, talking about addiction and stuff. It's not just a song, it's like a whole journey.
Next up, we've got to talk about "Iron Man" by Black Sabbath. This one's from way back in 1970, and it's like the granddaddy of all metal songs. That guitar riff is so famous, you could probably hum it right now. And Ozzy's voice? Man, it's spooky. The whole song is about this metal dude who goes crazy, which is pretty metal if you ask me.
Then there's "Ace of Spades" by Motörhead. This song is like getting hit by a truck, but in a good way. It came out in 1980 and it's just non-stop energy from start to finish. Lemmy's voice sounds like he's been gargling with gravel, and that's what makes it so cool. It's just pure rock 'n' roll attitude.
We've got to mention "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath too. This one's also from 1970, and it's like the song that started it all. That guitar riff is so catchy, and the lyrics are all doom and gloom. It really clicked with kids who were feeling fed up with everything.
For something a bit more extreme, there's "Raining Blood" by Slayer. This one came out in '86 and it's just insane. The guitar solos are crazy fast, the drums are like a machine gun, and the whole thing is just intense. It's not for everyone, but if you're into really heavy stuff, this is like the holy grail.
Back to Metallica for "One". This song came out in '88 and it's a real rollercoaster. It starts off all quiet and moody, then it builds up to this massive explosion of sound. The lyrics are pretty dark, all about a soldier who's been hurt really bad in war. It's the kind of song that really makes you think.
We can't forget Iron Maiden's "Hallowed Be Thy Name". This one's from '82 and it's like a mini-movie in a song. It tells this whole story about a guy about to be executed, and the music just perfectly matches the drama of it all. Iron Maiden are known for this kind of epic storytelling in their songs.
Last but not least, we've got "Crazy Train" by Ozzy Osbourne. This one hit in 1980 and it's just a classic. That guitar riff at the start is so famous, and Ozzy's voice is just perfect for it. It's the kind of song that just makes you want to jump around and go nuts.
So yeah, these songs are like the big hitters of metal. They're the ones that have stuck around for years and years, the ones that pretty much every metal fan knows. They're not just songs, they're like a piece of history. When you listen to them, you're not just hearing music, you're hearing something that's shaped the whole metal scene. It's pretty cool when you think about it.
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