Hated (audio) | Slipknot - I Am

remains a fan favorite because it captures Slipknot at their most defensive and dangerous—a snapshot of a band that was conquering the world while simultaneously wishing it would burn.

While much of Iowa is defined by slow-burning sludge or chaotic blast beats, "I Am Hated" leans into a faster, hip-hop-influenced rhythmic structure. Sid Wilson’s scratching and Craig Jones’ samples are front and center, creating a mechanical, urban anxiety that feels like a chase scene through a dystopian city. 2. Corey Taylor’s Rap-Syllabic Delivery Slipknot - I Am Hated (Audio)

The song is a paradox: it’s an anthem for the outcasts, fueled by the band's own feelings of isolation despite their massive success. It explores the idea that Slipknot didn't want to be "liked"—they wanted to be respected for their brutality. By embracing the role of the villain ( "I am the fat, free, plastic, obsessive, psychotic" ), they turned the public's negative perception of them into a weapon. 4. Technical Precision remains a fan favorite because it captures Slipknot