Top tracks — play these first
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Born in America — This track serves as the album's rallying anthem, combining powerful lyrics with an infectious melody that encapsulates the spirit of American heavy metal.
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Wings of Fire — With its soaring vocals and fiery guitar riffs, this song exemplifies Riot V's ability to blend melodic hooks with speed metal intensity.
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Running From the Law — This track showcases a darker lyrical theme paired with a driving rhythm, highlighting the band's versatility within the power metal genre.
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Heavy Metal Machine — A quintessential heavy metal track, it features gritty riffs and a catchy chorus that resonates with the band’s core audience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo anthemic energy
- for road trip sing-alongs
- relentless guitar riffs for motivation
- cathartic release of frustration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek quiet, introspective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Born in America marked Riot V's fourth studio album, following the 1981 release of Fire Down Under. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more mature sound while still embracing their roots in traditional metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· DragonForce
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Born in America
The chorus boldly asserts pride and resilience in American identity through its rousing repetition of key themes.
The use of a repeated mantra creates a sense of unity and empowerment, making it anthemic and memorable.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Born in America 4:06
- 2 You Burn in Me 3:40
- 3 Wings of Fire 4:39
- 4 Running From the Law 4:26
- 5 Devil Woman 4:01
- 6 Vigilante Killer 3:02
- 7 Heavy Metal Machine 3:37
- 8 Where Soldiers Rule 3:45
- 9 Gunfighter 4:27
- 10 Promised Land 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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