Scum of the Earth (song)

"Scum of the Earth"is a song by heavy metal musician Rob Zombie.^[1] It was originally featured on the Mission: Impossible 2 soundtrack and later included on Zombie's album, The Sinister Urge as the lead single. It found considerable radio play upon release.

"Scum of the Earth"
Single by Rob Zombie
from the album Music from and Inspired by Mission Impossible 2 and The Sinister Urge
Released	2000
Recorded	2000
Genre	Industrial metal nu metal
Length	2:55
Label	Geffen
Songwriter(s)	Rob Zombie Scott Humphrey
Producer(s)	Rob Zombie Scott Humphrey
Rob Zombie singles chronology
"Superbeast" (1999) "Scum of the Earth" (2000) "Dead Girl Superstar" (2001)

The song features an intense chorus featuring heavy guitars and a repetitive "hey!" chant. The final chorus culminates with female background vocals.

Rob Zombie guitarist Riggs formed a band in 2003, sharing the name with this song.

Personnel

• Tom Baker – Mastering
• Scott Humphrey – Producer, Programming, Mixing
• Blasko – Bass
• Riggs – Guitar
• Tempesta – Drums
• Rob Zombie – Vocals, Lyricist, Producer, Art Direction