Born Dead
Body Count · 1994
71 min · 17 tracks · thrash metal · speed metal
Ruthless thrash metal blends with socially charged lyrics, creating an aggressive soundscape that demands attention.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intense, high-energy listening sessions short, punchy tracks for focus dynamic emotional experiences
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Born Dead' marked Body Count's third album and continued their exploration of controversial themes following their self-titled debut and the breakthrough of 'Cop Killer.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a complex relationship with mainstream acceptance while maintaining their unapologetic stance on social issues.
- If you like
- thrash metal, speed metal
Born Dead is an album by Body Count, released in 1994. Ruthless thrash metal blends with socially charged lyrics, creating an aggressive soundscape that demands attention. 'Born Dead' is notable for its raw depiction of urban violence and systemic oppression, resonating deeply within the metal community. It faced scrutiny and censorship due to its provocative content but solidified Body Count's influence on the intersection of metal and rap, inspiring future generations of artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Born Dead sound like?
Ruthless thrash metal blends with socially charged lyrics, creating an aggressive soundscape that demands attention. Rooted in thrash metal and speed metal.
What makes Born Dead by Body Count notable?
'Born Dead' is notable for its raw depiction of urban violence and systemic oppression, resonating deeply within the metal community. It faced scrutiny and censorship due to its provocative content but solidified Body Count's influence on the intersection of metal and rap, inspiring future generations of artists. Released in 1994, 'Born Dead' marked Body Count's third album and continued their exploration of controversial themes following their self-titled debut and the breakthrough of 'Cop Killer.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a complex relationship with mainstream acceptance while maintaining their unapologetic stance on social issues.
Who is Born Dead for?
Born Dead works well if you're into intense, high-energy listening sessions, short, punchy tracks for focus and dynamic emotional experiences.
How many songs are on Born Dead?
Born Dead has 17 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Body M/F Count 2:14
- 2 Masters of Revenge 5:20
- 3 Killin' Floor Standout 2:21
- 4 Necessary Evil Standout 3:59
- 5 Drive By 1:26
- 6 Last Breath 5:18
- 7 Hey Joe 4:28
- 8 Shallow Graves 4:12
- 9 Surviving the Game Standout 5:41
- 10 Who Are You 3:48
- 11 Street Lobotomy 2:24
- 12 Born Dead 5:59
Disc 2
- 1 Body Count's in the House 3:39
- 2 Born Dead (clean) 6:42
- 3 Body Count Anthem 2:53
- 4 There Goes the Neighborhood 6:41
- 5 Bowels of the Devil 3:57
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
71 min 10 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
