Songs That Pay Tribute to Heavy Metal Music

Here are some songs that pay tribute to heavy metal music. If you are a fan of this genre, then check out these tracks!

Metallica- “Enter Sandman”

“Enter Sandman” is a song by American heavy metal band Metallica, released as the lead single from their self-titled fifth album, Metallica in 1991. The music was written by Kirk Hammett, James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich. Vocalist Hetfield wrote the lyrics, which are based on a nightmare he had as a child.

The single entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 16, and spent 72 weeks on the chart. In 2009 it was ranked number 29 of VH1’s 100 Greatest Songs of the ’90s. In October 2011, it was ranked number 30 in BBC’s Radio 1’s “Rock Week”. The song is also used regularly by sports teams around the world including Rugby Union side Leicester Tigers who play it before home games at Welford Road Stadium.

Slayer- “Raining Blood”

Slayer’s song “Raining Blood” is often considered one of the best metal songs of all time, and it has been covered by many other artists. The song is about a world that has been destroyed by nuclear war, and the only survivors are those who have been turned into zombies. “Raining Blood” is a tribute to the victims of nuclear war, and it is also a tribute to the genre of heavy metal itself.

Megadeth- “Symphony of Destruction”

One of the most popular and enduring metal bands of all time, Megadeth rose to international fame in the 1980s with their blend of thrash metal and speed metal. “Symphony of Destruction” is one of the band’s most popular and well-known songs, and it pays tribute to the heavy metal genre as a whole. The song’s lyrics are critical of the music industry and the way it chews up and spits out bands, but they also celebrate the power and energy of metal music. “Symphony of Destruction” is a classic metal song that perfectly captures the spirit of the genre.

Anthrax- “Indians”

Anthrax is an American heavy metal band from New York City, formed in 1981. The band has released eleven studio albums, several EPs and compilations, and a live album. They were considered one of the leaders of the thrash metal scene during the 1980s and early 1990s and are ranked as one of the greatest metal bands of all time by MTV. Among other accolades, Anthrax was nominated for five Grammy Awards.

“Indians” is a song by Anthrax, released as the first single from their 1986 album Among the Living. The song was written in response to the stereotype of Native Americans as warriors. It peaked at number 28 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

Pantera- ” Cowboys from Hell”

“Cowboys from Hell” is a song by American heavy metal band Pantera. It was released in 1990 as the lead single from the band’s album of the same name. The song was written by guitarist Dimebag Darrell and vocalist Phil Anselmo.

The song’s title is a reference to the band’s 1982 debut album Metal Magic. It is one of Pantera’s most popular songs, and has been featured in multiple movies and television shows.

In 2009, “Cowboys from Hell” was ranked No. 51 on VH1’s 100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs list.

Sepultura- “Refuse/Resist”

Sepultura is a Brazilian heavy metal band that was formed in 1984. “Refuse/Resist” is a song that was released in 1993 and is a tribute to the metal genre. The song is about standing up to oppression and fighting for what you believe in.

Machine Head- “Davidian”

“Davidian” is a song by American heavy metal band Machine Head. It was released in 1994 as the second single from their debut album Burn My Eyes. The song peaked at number 29 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.

The song was written as a response to the Waco siege that ended with the deaths of 76 people, including 24 children, at the hands of the US government. frontman Robb Flynn has said that he was “appalled” by the events and wanted to write a song that would “pay tribute to those who died needlessly”.

Lamb of God- “Redneck”

“Redneck” is a song by American heavy metal band Lamb of God. The song was released as the second single from their fifth studio album, Sacrament (2006).

The song is a tribute to heavy metal music and its fans. The lyrics celebrate the genre’s ability to bring people together, regardless of background or social status. The song also pays tribute to some of the genre’s most iconic figures, including Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest.

Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe has said that “Redneck” is his favorite song on Sacrament, and that it was written as a thank you to the band’s fans. He has also said that the song is an anthem for every misunderstood kid who grew up listening to metal music.

Chimaira- “The Infection”

Chimaira’s fourth album, The Infection was released in 2009 to critical acclaim. The album debuted at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers chart and No. 9 on the Top Hard Rock Albums chart. The lead single, “Down with the Sickness,” is a nod to Disturbed’s 2000 hit of the same name, and the video features cameos from members of Korn, Trivium, Mudvayne, and All That Remains.

Trivium- “The Crusade”

“The Crusade” is a song by American heavy metal band Trivium. It was released as the lead single from their album The Crusade. The song is a tribute to the heavy metal genre, and includes references to many other metal bands such as Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Pantera.