Nu metal masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.
Nu metal is a musical genre within heavy metal that emerged in the 1990s.
It is characterized by a blend of influences from grunge, alternative, hip-hop, electronic music, and thrash metal.
Compared to traditional heavy metal, it’s more accessible, and thanks to the rise of bands like Korn and Limp Bizkit, it saw a major surge in popularity.
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Nu metal masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (31–40)
GiveColdplay
A song by the alternative metal band Cold, formed in Florida, USA, in 1996.
It is included on their self-titled debut album released in 1998.
It was written by lead vocalist Scooter Ward.
MudshovelStaind
A song released as a single in 1999 by the American rock band Staind.
It sings about a relationship marked by being hurt by another person.
The track reached No.
10 on the U.S.
Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Joker And The ThiefWolfmother
A song by the Australian rock band Wolfmother, released as a single in 2005.
It was inspired by Bob Dylan’s song “All Along the Watchtower.” The track was used in the 2009 comedy film The Hangover.
I Stand AloneGodsmack
A song released as a single in 2002 by the American rock band Godsmack.
It was featured in the film The Scorpion King and in many video games.
The track reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Self Ownership Ft. Fronz of AttilaBackWordz
BackWordz are a Dallas, Texas–based band whose appeal lies in their delicate expressiveness and unique philosophy within an intense sound.
Since their formation in 2014, they’ve delivered strong political messages, skillfully fusing rap with metalcore.
Their debut album, Veracity, reached No.
2 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart.
Featuring Attila’s frontman, Fronz, this release layers powerful rap and aggressive shouts to create a surge of raw energy.
The shimmering moments crafted by melodious clean vocals are equally striking, making it an ambitious work that embodies the new era of the metal scene.
With its driving beats and heavy guitars, it’s a perfect companion for workouts or long drives.
Nu metal masterpieces. Recommended popular songs (41–50)
UndeadHollywood Undead
A song by the American rap rock band Hollywood Undead, released as a single in 2008.
It was originally titled “Out The Way.” The track was used in TV commercials for the film G.I.
Joe: The Rise of Cobra.
Fine AgainSeether
A song written by lead vocalist Shaun Morgan, inspired by the great pain he experienced from his parents’ divorce.
It was released in 2002 by Seether, a South African rock band.
At their concerts, the song is dedicated to Dave Williams, the late lead vocalist of Drowning Pool.