Sulfur (song)

Sulfur is a song by the American heavy metal band Slipknot, released on their fourth studio album, All Hope Is Gone (2008). It was released as the third single from the album.

The song is characterized by its distinct, percussive opening featuring the band's three percussionists, Chris Fehn, Shawn "Clown" Crahan, and Joey Jordison. This introduction builds into a heavy, mid-tempo groove driven by Jordison's drumming and the dual guitar attack of Mick Thomson and Jim Root. Corey Taylor's vocals range from clean singing to aggressive screams, reflecting the song's themes of frustration, anger, and internal conflict.

Lyrically, "Sulfur" explores themes of self-loathing and destructive tendencies. The lyrics delve into the feeling of being trapped by one's own flaws and the struggle to overcome them. The song's title, "Sulfur," is likely a metaphorical representation of a volatile and potentially destructive element within the individual.

"Sulfur" was generally well-received by critics and fans. It charted on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, reaching the top 20. The song is a staple in Slipknot's live performances and is considered one of the band's more recognizable and popular tracks from the All Hope Is Gone album.