Bodies

About this song

"Bodies" is the debut single by Drowning Pool and the lead single from their debut album Sinner. The song has been featured in many films, TV shows and advertisements since its release, and it has become a staple of the nu metal genre.

What it's about

Vocalist Dave Williams has said the song is about mosh pits at concerts. He describes it as a view of the pit from the stage, and about shedding the week's troubles and letting it all out.

Fun facts

• Sampled in 162 other songs, like “Place your order by Crash (project)”.
• Covered 5 times, including “Bodies by Filth (Ft. Nathan James)”.
• Written by Dave Williams, C.J. Pierce, Mike Luce and Stevie Benton.
• Produced by Jay Baumgardner.
• Recorded at Ocean Studios.