CLAWFINGER Target Donald Trump in Fierce New Video for “Scum”

Veteran Swedish rap metal pioneers Clawfinger have dropped a powerful new music video for their latest single, “Scum,” directed by Rune Foss. While the band stops short of naming names, the track clearly targets the U.S. President, incorporating audio clips and biting lyrical attacks aimed squarely at the Commander-in-Chief.

Vocalist Zak Tell described the track as a “raw, loud, and brutally honest punk rap anthem that goes straight for the throat.” He added:

“‘Scum’ is aimed at the kind of guy who’s selfish, sexist, full of himself and somehow still talking. With sharp lyrics and a beat that hits like a punch, ‘Scum’ says what we’re all thinking about that one guy we all wish would just vanish from the face of the earth. It’s angry and it’s dark. If you’ve ever wanted to spit in someone’s face but lacked the upper-body strength or social permission, this song’s for you.”

The song delivers a relentless critique of arrogance and abuse of power, with lyrics that cut deep:

‘A bad taste in my mouth, a sore sight for my eyes
a foul stench in the air, a nasty vibe in the house
a bad excuse for a man, a dark time for the earth
a big disgrace for the race, a life lost at birth
Ruthless & scheming, pretentious and vain
narcissistic and greedy, simple and plain
selfish & sexist, shallow and lame
…you’re scum!’

‘You’re just a pawn in the game, a brainless marionette
a soul lost out at sea, another useless bet
an easy target to hit, you’ve got nobody to blame
You’re just a piece of shit, you put the shame in your name
Ruthless & scheming, pretentious and vain
narcissistic and greedy, simple and plain
selfish & sexist, shallow and lame
…you’re scum’

‘Another pussy to grab, yes that’s what you said
a small cock in your pants, no brain in your head
you’re so full of yourself, you’re a fucking disgrace
you don’t deserve to be here, I want to spit in your face
Ruthless & scheming, pretentious and vain
narcissistic and greedy, simple and plain
selfish & sexist, shallow and lame
…you’re scum’

With “Scum,” Clawfinger deliver a merciless sonic punch to the hypocrisy and toxicity embodied by those in power — channeling punk attitude with rap metal ferocity.

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