Asking For It – positive, rhythmical, wild

The new Shinedown record starts with a song that shows a similarly fast rhythm like Adrenaline of the predecessor record. But that is already the only similarity.

Asking For It has three constant rhythm changes which do not appear broken. The transitions are cleverly written so that the song never gets monotonous.

The topic of the song is typical for Shinedown and especially for Threat To Survival: Leave behind what holds you back and what is bad for you, do not let anyone treat you badly, do not let anyone make you weak, be stronger than the others. It is a critique of society, wrapped in an individual case example everyone has experienced once in their life. It is about leaving a former friend behind because they are not good for you and they treat their fellow men badly. Asking For It shows that it is always the people themselves that are responsible for what happens to them.

The fast rhythm and the positive melody also show some electric elements that are carried by the classical rock instruments. The song is rousing and it is fun at the same time.

Favorite line: “When all is said and done you need to tie your tongue ‘cause when you spit on everyone you are, you are, you know you’re asking for it.”

Listen to Shinedown's Asking For It here:

Buy Threat To Survival here.