Silverchair - Pure Massacre Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who inspired the lyrics of 'Pure Massacre'?

   The lyrics of 'Pure Massacre' were inspired by the Bosnian War. Lead singer and guitarist Daniel Johns stated that writing about war seemed more relevant than the usual themes like relationships, capturing the senseless violence and tragedy of the conflict.

2. When was the Australian music video for 'Pure Massacre' filmed?

   The Australian music video for 'Pure Massacre' was filmed in December 1994. It was directed by Robert Hambling and features concert footage of Silverchair performing in Sydney, Australia.

3. Who directed the American music video for 'Pure Massacre'?

   The American music video for 'Pure Massacre' was directed by Peter Christopherson. It was part of Silverchair's promotion of the song in the international market.

4. What album features 'Pure Massacre'?

   'Pure Massacre' is featured on Silverchair's debut album 'Frogstomp', which was released in 1995. The album was recorded quickly over nine days and played a significant role in Silverchair's early success.

5. Did 'Pure Massacre' win any awards?

   While the song 'Pure Massacre' itself did not win specific awards, the album 'Frogstomp', which includes 'Pure Massacre', contributed to Silverchair's success at the ARIA Music Awards. The band won multiple awards in 1995, including 'Best New Talent.'

6. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Pure Massacre'?

   The lyrics for 'Pure Massacre' were written by Daniel Johns and Ben Gillies. They were members of Silverchair and collaborated on several songs, bringing their grunge and rock influences to the forefront of their music.