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I sneak in my own house

"Wake Up Dead" is a single from the Megadeth album "Peace Sells… but Who's Buying?", and additionally the first single ever launched by the band. Along with the title track, "Peace Sells", this song is a live staple at almost every Megadeth show. It starts with a descending bass intro and then sustained chords, followed by Dave Mustaine's singing. The song is mostly instrumental, and is about Mustaine fearing revenge from his girlfriend after he cheats on her. It describes him sneaking into his bedroom, so he does not wake her up. This w… read more
"Wake Up Dead" is a single from the Megadeth album "Peace Sells… but Who's Buying?", and additionally the first single… read more
"Wake Up Dead" is a single from the Megadeth album "Peace Sells… but Who's Buying?", and additionally the first single ever launched by the band. Along wit… read more

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Megadeth is an American band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship, Megadeth is one of the "big four" of American thrash metal along with Metallica, Anthrax, and Slayer, responsible for the genre's development and popularization. Their music features complex arrangements and fast rhythm sections, dual lead guitars, and lyrical themes of war, politics, religion, death, and personal relationships. Dave Mustaine was an early member of the band Metallica, and helped … read more
Megadeth is an American band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship, Megadeth is on… read more
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