Black (Sevendust song)
| "Black" | ||||
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| Single by Sevendust | ||||
| from the album Sevendust | ||||
| Released | April 25, 1997 | |||
| Format | CD | |||
| Recorded | July–August 1996 | |||
| Genre | Nu metal | |||
| Length | 4:08 | |||
| Label | TVT | |||
| Writer(s) | ||||
| Producer(s) | Mark Mendoza, Jay Jay French | |||
| Sevendust singles chronology | ||||
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"Black" is the debut single by Sevendust and lead single from their self-titled debut album. "Black" is a fan favorite song and was included on their Best of (Chapter One 1997-2004). Live, acoustic versions were also included on the Seasons limited edition DVD and the band's first live album, Southside Double-Wide: Acoustic Live, in 2004. "Black" is on the Swimfan soundtrack and video game Test Drive Off-Road 2. It was the opening song for almost every Sevendust concert until 2004. "Black" is ranked No.47 in Hit Parader's 100 heavy metal top songs all-time.
Recording
Sevendust tried to pull "Black" off of the band's self-titled debut album before recording the song. Sevendust guitarist John Connolly said
"It was one of the first songs that we had done together as a band. By the time we got a record deal, we had probably played it 500-600 times and we were just kinda tired of it. It was the last song we played for our label and the producers and they all just laughed and [said], “You guys are funny, man. That’s the best song of the bunch.” And we were like, “No, it’s not.” And they’re like, “Yes, it is – watch! This song will stick around for a long time.” And you know what? They were right! (laughs)"[2]
Meaning
Sevendust's drummer Morgan Rose said that "Black" is "one of those things where it’s not strictly about racism, but it takes a little tap on it". Rose continued, saying:
"[Lajon] states it pretty clearly: if people would mind their own business, the world would be a better place. Everyone’s trying to stick their nose in everybody’s business, instead of worrying about themselves."[3]
Chart performance
"Black" peaked at #29 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.[4]
Release history
| Year | Album | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Got TVT | TVT Records | [5] |
| 1997 | Sevendust | TVT Records | [5] |
| 1997 | Sevendust (China) | Import | [5] |
| 1999 | Home (Japan) | Import | [5] |
| 1999 | Live and Loud | TVT Records | [5] |
| 1999 | The Hard + the Heavy, Vol. 1 | Rhino | [5] |
| 2001 | Animosity (Clean, Bonus Track) | Universal Distribution | [5] |
| 2002 | Swimf@n | TVT Records | [5] |
| 2004 | Southside Double-Wide: Acoustic Live | TVT Records | [5] |
| 2005 | Best Of (Chapter One 1997–2004) | TVT Records | [5] |
| 2005 | Best Of (Chapter One 1997-2004) (Clean) | TVT Records | [5] |
Covers
- Disturbed covered this song live before releasing their debut album The Sickness.[6]
Acoustic version
| "Black (acoustic)" | ||||
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| Single by Sevendust | ||||
| from the album Time Travelers & Bonfires | ||||
| Released | March 25, 2014 | |||
| Format | Digital single | |||
| Recorded | January 2014 Recorded and Mixed at Architekt Music in Butler, New Jersey | |||
| Genre | Acoustic rock | |||
| Length | 4:32 | |||
| Label | 7Bros. Records | |||
| Writer(s) | John Connolly, Vinnie Hornsby, Clint Lowery, Morgan Rose, Lajon Witherspoon | |||
| Producer(s) |
Clint Lowery Morgan Rose | |||
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The acoustic version of Black was recorded by Sevendust and was scheduled to be released on rock radio stations on March 25, 2014.[7] Also the song will be included in Sevendust first official acoustic album Time Travelers & Bonfires which is set to be released by the band’s 7Bros. Records in conjunction with ADA Label Services on April 15.[8][9]
Charts
| Chart (2014) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Mainstream Rock Songs (Billboard) | 23 |
| US Rock Songs (Billboard) | - |
References
- ↑ "Black, Sevendust". Broadcast Music, Inc. Retrieved May 9, 2016.
- ↑ Pittman, Sarah Marie (April 17, 2014). "The Softer Side of Sevendust". Pollstar.
- ↑ Rivers, Cindy (July 9, 1998). "Sevendust". Ink 19.
- ↑ "Sevendust > Charts & Awards > Billboard Singles". Allmusic. Retrieved April 30, 2010.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 "Black Sevendust". Allmusic. Retrieved April 30, 2010.
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyqFYC8Valk
- ↑ http://loudwire.com/sevendust-black-acoustic-exclusive-song-premiere/
- ↑ http://audioinkradio.com/2014/03/sevendust-new-song-the-wait-time-travelers-bonfires/
- ↑ http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/sevendust-to-release-time-travelers-bonfires-acoustic-album-in-april/